We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Kendal, UK. We have also included accommodation in apartments, holiday homes, historic buildings, guest houses, hamlets, residences, villas and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Apartment.Very cosy. Great location. Popular among women. Featuring mountain views, The Orchards offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 24 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Boasting a DVD player, the apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like hiking. The property is non-smoking and is set 29 km from Trough of Bowland. Guests can enjoy an ambient stay in their soundproof room with parquet floors and a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Askham Hall is 45 km from The Orchards, while Kendal Castle is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 95 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most cosy apartment in Kendal.
Guest House.Elegant. Great value. Popular among couples. With a 4-star rating from Visit Britain, the Glen Guest House near Kendal offers high-quality accommodation with free Wi-Fi, parking and cycle storage. Around 10 minutes’ drive from the Lake District, this Cumbrian guest house offers a range of breakfasts and is a short walk from a country pub and restaurant. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with DVD player and tea and coffee facilities. Each has its own en suite bathroom with shower and complimentary toiletries. A freshly cooked breakfast is served each morning, using local ingredients. The Glen Guest House is a 5-minute walk from the village pub which serves a range of meals. A 7-minute walk from Oxenholme Train Station, this bed and breakfast is less than 3 miles from the centre of Kendal, and around 13 miles from Bowness on the banks of Lake Windermere. It is also around 15 minutes’ drive from the Yorkshire Dales, with Hawes around 25 miles away.Show full description
This guest house is popular among couples travelling to Kendal.
Guest House.Creative. Great value. Popular among couples. This Victorian guest house has a quiet riverside location in Kendal, close to the Lake District. There is free Wi-Fi throughout, and free parking is available nearby. Food is served in the charming dining room, and guests can also relax in the lounge, with deep armchairs and sofas and a TV with a DVD player. Rooms at Lyndhurst Guest House are bright and elegant, and many boast picturesque views. Each features a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Lyndhurst is close to the Nether Bridge and historic Abbot Hall, and is only 5 minutes' walk from the bustling market town centre. There are riverside walks to enjoy, and Kendal Castle can be reached in less than 15 minutes on foot.Show full description
This is one of the most CREATIVE guest houses in Kendal. It also has great affordability.
Holiday Home.Charming. Great location. Boasting mountain views, Hillgarth Holiday House provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 11 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 38 km from Trough of Bowland. Featuring a Blu-ray player, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Askham Hall is 45 km from the holiday home, while Derwentwater is 48 km away.Show full description
I rate this as the most charming, relaxing and romantic holiday home in Kendal. It also has a great location and beautiful surroundings! Soooo nice!
Bed and Breakfast.Historic property. Great value. Popular among women. Hillside Bed & Breakfast is an old Victorian residence located in the historic market town of Kendal, 2 minutes' walk uphill from the centre. This 4-star property offers rooms with free WiFi, and on-street permit parking for non-commercial vehicles, which must be pre-booked. The Brewery Arts Centre is 5 minutes' walk away, while Abbott Hall Art Gallery and Kendal Museum are 10 minutes' walk away. Hillside is an ideal base for exploring the beautiful Lake District and Dales National Parks and has easy access to the A6 and the M6 Motorway. Each of the en-suite rooms at Hillside has an LCD TV, a hairdryer, and a well-stocked refreshment tray. The en-suites come with with free flow showers. Drying facilities and ironing supplies are also available. All rooms are located upstairs on the first or second floors. Breakfast features fresh fruit, juices, cereals and yoghurts followed by a full English breakfast or lighter option made with quality ingredients. Guests can enjoy the town's various country and riverside walks, as well as shopping in the historic ‘yards'. Kendal Train Station is half a mile away. Our car parking is on street residential permit parking. We have a limited number of permits which must be reserved in advance with your booking. The permits do not cover commercial vehicles and trailers and the availability of a permit is not guaranteed.Show full description
This might be one of the most HISTORIC bed and breakfasts in Kendal.
Holiday Home.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Offering inner courtyard views, Stramongate Apartment is an accommodation located in Kendal, 38 km from Askham Hall and 50 km from Derwentwater. The property features mountain and city views, and is 36 km from Trough of Bowland. Kendal Castle is less than 1 km from Stramongate Apartment, while Coniston Water is 37 km away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away. Featuring a DVD player, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The accommodation is non-smoking. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to have groceries delivered. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like skiing, cycling and canoeing. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 102 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most beautiful, cool and well designed holiday homes in Kendal! WOW!
Apartment. Located in Kendal in the Cumbria region, with Kendal Castle nearby, The Artists Loft - Luxury Lake District Apartment with Private Parking provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 37 km from Trough of Bowland, 39 km from Askham Hall and 50 km from Derwentwater. The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like cycling, fishing and canoeing. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Coniston Water is 38 km from The Artists Loft - Luxury Lake District Apartment with Private Parking.Show full description
Apartment. River Walk is set in Kendal, 36 km from Trough of Bowland, 38 km from Askham Hall, as well as 49 km from Derwentwater. This apartment is less than 1 km from Kendal Castle and 37 km from Coniston Water. The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away. The accommodation is non-smoking. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 102 km from River Walk.Show full description
Holiday Home.Lovely property. Lovely surroundings. Helm Mount lodge and cottages are situated in the pretty hamlet of Barrows green 3 miles south of the old market town of Kendal, Cumbria. These recently renovated beautiful barns have been tastefully decorated and comprise of 3 cottages which sleep 18 altogether (plus cots), there are 11 beds within 9 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms some are ensuite. In addition there is a very large sporting lodge with a pool table , big log burner and dining area for 18, perfect for small parties and family gatherings! The smaller of the cottages (sleeps 4) has a downstairs bedroom with ensuite wetroom all with wheelchair access. Guests can enjoy beautiful walks from the door onto the Helm or just down to the local pub! Windermere is 10 miles away, the Yorkshire Dales 8 miles and the beautiful Trough of Bowland 19 miles. All the cottages have their own lounges, fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens, dining areas and flat screen TV. Manchester airport is 67 miles away and we are 5 minutes from the main rail line station of Oxenholme. there is Free private parking and WiFi.Show full description
Guest House.Unique. Great bar. Popular among couples. Situated within 19 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 34 km of Trough of Bowland in Kendal, Glenholmekendal offers accommodation with seating area. This guest house features free private parking, full-day security and free WiFi. The accommodation provides luggage storage space, room service and organising tours for guests. All units are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, microwave, a kettle, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. The units have a private bathroom, slippers and bed linen. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to have groceries delivered. Askham Hall is 40 km from the guest house, while Kendal Castle is 1.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 102 km from Glenholmekendal.Show full description
Apartment. Located in Kendal in the Cumbria region, Mint Mill: New riverside apartment in historic mill provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 18th century, this apartment is 36 km from Askham Hall and 38 km from Trough of Bowland. The spacious apartment comes with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with river views. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like cycling. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Kendal Castle is 3.1 km from Mint Mill: New riverside apartment in historic mill, while Grizedale Forest is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 108 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home.Newly opened, March 2024. Set in Kendal in the Cumbria region, with Kendal Castle nearby, Three - Yard 12 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 36 km from Trough of Bowland, 38 km from Askham Hall and 49 km from Derwentwater. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Coniston Water is 37 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 104 km from Three - Yard 12.Show full description
Apartment. A recently renovated apartment located in Kendal, La'al Lodge in Kendal (The Gateway to the Lakes) features a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. This apartment is non-smoking and soundproof. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like hiking. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Trough of Bowland is 35 km from La'al Lodge in Kendal (The Gateway to the Lakes), while Askham Hall is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 103 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home. Cobble Cottage, a property with barbecue facilities, is set in Kendal, 39 km from Askham Hall, 39 km from Trough of Bowland, as well as 48 km from Derwentwater. Located around 1.8 km from Kendal Castle, the holiday home is also 36 km away from Coniston Water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 15 km away. The holiday home has 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like golfing, cycling and fishing. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 107 km from Cobble Cottage.Show full description
Holiday Home. The Hayloft, a property with a garden, is located in Kendal, 38 km from Askham Hall, 42 km from Trough of Bowland, as well as 45 km from Derwentwater. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 11 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Kendal Castle is 8.5 km from The Hayloft, while Grizedale Forest is 24 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 110 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, December 2023. The Snug - Lake District, Kendal is situated in Kendal, 35 km from Trough of Bowland, 39 km from Askham Hall, and 1 km from Kendal Castle. This apartment is 38 km from Coniston Water. With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment offers a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 103 km from the apartment.Show full description
Holiday Home. Located in Kendal in the Cumbria region, with Kendal Castle nearby, Horncop Nook provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 39 km from Askham Hall, 39 km from Trough of Bowland and 49 km from Derwentwater. The property is non-smoking and is situated 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This holiday home comes with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with dishwasher, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden. Coniston Water is 36 km from Horncop Nook. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 107 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Located in Kendal and only 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Balcony House Apartment in Kendal provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 37 km from Askham Hall, 1.6 km from Kendal Castle and 29 km from Grizedale Forest. This apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 37 km from Trough of Bowland. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 104 km from the apartment.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, March 2024. Nestled In Kendal is located in Kendal, 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 36 km from Trough of Bowland, as well as 39 km from Askham Hall. The property is around 50 km from Derwentwater, less than 1 km from Kendal Castle and 34 km from Coniston Water. This pet-friendly apartment also has free WiFi. This apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a bath. The accommodation is non-smoking. Lancaster Castle is 37 km from the apartment. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 103 km from Nestled In Kendal.Show full description
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