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A picnic area with multiple wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a stone wall and grassy fields under a clear sky.

A white building with signs for 'The Black Bull' pub and 'Pub Dining B&B'. There are directional signs for Hawes and Kirkby Stephen.

A neatly made bed with white and purple bedding, a floral-patterned wall, and a window with curtains.

A traditional inn with stone walls, wooden benches, and a patterned carpet.

1. The Black Bull at Nateby

Kirkby Stephen

john

£97

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A building with two signs reading "Black Bull Hotel" and a sign for "National Food Rooms Garden".

A group of people dining at a restaurant with a fireplace in the background.

A bar area with a tap display and a sign reading "BLACK BULL."

A hotel room with two single beds, a television on the wall, and a window with curtains.

2. The Black Bull Hotel

Kirkby Stephen

Pearl

£67

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A traditional pub with outdoor seating and a signboard.

A bar with various beer taps and bottles in the background.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a table with chairs, and framed pictures on the walls.

A restaurant interior with wooden furniture, green walls, and patterned wallpaper.

3. The Pennine Inn

Kirkby Stephen

Ruby

£72

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A cozy dining area with a brick fireplace, a table set for a meal, and a log fire burning.

A stone building with a sign that reads "The Old Inn."

A stone building with multiple windows and a signboard, located in a grassy area with a path leading to it.

A hotel room with a bed, two white robes hanging on a wooden panel, a bathroom with a golden bathtub, and a small table with a lamp.

4. The World Famous Tan Hill Inn

Richmond

Walter

£71

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture of luxury brands on the wall.

A cozy living room with a brown sofa, striped cushions, and a lamp.

A room with a wooden desk, a mirror, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a window with a view of greenery.

A cozy room with a stone wall, a wooden table, and a sofa. There are plants and a window with a view.

5. Royal Oak Appleby

Appleby-in-Westmorland

George

£73

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A round table with wicker chairs in an outdoor setting, surrounded by greenery and a pergola structure.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A stone building with a sign reading "THE WILDING" above the entrance. There are three windows with awnings on either side of the door.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window with a view, and a seating area with patterned chairs.

6. Wilding Hotel

Kirkby Stephen

Katie

£127

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A white building with the sign "King's Head" and a crown emblem.

A hallway with a decorative fruit stand, a potted plant, and a framed picture on a table.

A wooden dining table with a pizza, wine, and a candle. There are two people seated at the table.

A building with outdoor seating, a bench, and hanging plants.

7. The King's Head

Kirkby Stephen

"This is a place that has been designed to make you feel at home. The rooms are tastefully decorated with colorful fabrics and interesting decorations. The pub is dog and human friendly and is a popular spot for locals. Jack, the Bernese Mountain dog is regularly present as he belongs to Kenny, one of the owners. Kenny and staff have put together an eclectic playlist of songs that are ever present in the background but not so loud as to interfere with conversation. The entire staff works hard to...

Roger

£179

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a framed picture on the wall, a lamp, and a remote control on the bed.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Jennings George Hotel."

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, a sink, and a mirror.

A wooden tray with a coffee maker, a glass jar, a ceramic jug, a plant, and a packet of biscuits.

8. The George Hotel

Penrith

Ruby

£91

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant with high arched windows offering a view of green hills. Tables are set with wine glasses and plates.

A building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A large, white building with multiple windows and a stone chimney, situated next to a small water feature.

9. Westmorland Hotel Tebay

Penrith

£117

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A traditional room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a table with tea set, and a mirror above the mantelpiece.

A riverside hotel with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm river.

A room with a fireplace, a large mirror, and a leather sofa.

A grand lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a chandelier.

10. Shap Wells Hotel

Penrith

Clara

£100

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a lake and distant hills.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a brown chair, a patterned carpet, and a glass door leading outside.

A Days Inn hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and potted plants in front.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a sofa, two wall-mounted lamps, and a window with curtains.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Kendal Killington Lake

Kendal

John

£35

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A historic building with a central tower, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating areas with umbrellas.

A castle with a garden of daffodils in front.

A historic stone castle with multiple towers, arched windows, and a large wooden door.

A room with a high arched ceiling, a large stained glass window, and a staircase with a floral carpet.

12. Augill Castle

Kirkby Stephen

Paul

£140

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

A two-story house with a front lawn and a small garden.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

A fenced outdoor area with a paved patio and a round table.

13. Bongate House

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Kevin

£102

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A large, historic building with multiple wings and a central courtyard.

A traditional room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and a chandelier.

A formal dining room with a long table set for a meal, flanked by chairs with patterned upholstery and gold sashes.

A bedroom with a large, ornate bed, a wooden ceiling, and a green carpet.

14. Appleby Castle

Appleby-in-Westmorland

"I have visited over 170 countries. This castle is in my top two or three most wonderful places I have ever visited. The castle is amazing but the main reason i loved this place so much is because the staff were beyond perfect. They made our stay something I will never forget. The food and wine could not have been more amazing. The live piano played at dinner was priceless. I will fondly remember this place for the rest of my life."

Daniel

£129

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A cozy living room with a fireplace, green sofas, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling and skylight, a dining area with wooden chairs and a table set for two, and a cozy green sofa with cushions.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a patterned wall, a nightstand, and a radiator.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a view of the outdoors through a window with plaid curtains.

15. Redstones Hotel

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Jell Irish

£104

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A rustic pub with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and traditional wooden furniture.

A neatly made bed with white linens and folded towels, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a wooden dresser with a mirror.

A traditional stone village with narrow streets and historic buildings, surrounded by lush green fields and hills.

A pub with outdoor seating, ivy-covered walls, and a sign indicating a car park.

16. The Green Dragon Inn - Hardraw

Hawes

Sandra

£84

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern indoor space with a fire pit, glass doors leading to a room with a sofa and a dining area, and a staircase with purple lighting.

A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with a glass roof.

A large estate with multiple buildings, expansive gardens, and a scenic countryside backdrop.

A grand staircase leading to a fireplace with four armchairs and a coffee table in the center.

17. Appleby Manor Hotel & Garden Spa

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Kelly

£156

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a dog lying on the floor, and a stack of firewood.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a radiator, a window with curtains, and a door leading to another room.

A stone building with the sign "Jennings The Red Lion" indicating a pub or restaurant.

18. The Red Lion

Sedbergh

LOUISE

£96

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A wooden reception desk with framed certificates, a black and white striped rug, a floral arrangement, and a vintage-style sofa with a patterned cushion.

A restaurant with round tables, wooden chairs, and floral wallpaper.

A traditional living room with two armchairs, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a television, a dresser with lamps, and a large mirror on the wall.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a white canopy, and string lights.

19. Tufton Arms Hotel

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Rosalind

£155

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a clock on the wall, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

A cozy kitchen with a coffee machine, a fireplace, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a window with a view.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white bathtub, and a sink with a mirror above it.

20. OYO Cocketts Hotel

Hawes

Wade

£81

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Top Smardale Hotel Reviews

The Gateway Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel was easy to find, like it’s says in the name of”the gateway “. It’s the gateway to Windermere “. It only took us approximately 15 mins tops going to Windermere. Our room was on top floor. It’s small but it’s clean, very nice, quiet and cozy. There’s a touch modern, sophisticated chic look. We have a 3 yr old Chug called coco with us and as soon as we take her up in bed, she always go straight and position herself to the bolster pillow behind it , which is bigger than her right in the middle of the bed. The bed was comfortable . The 2 very nice chairs were very comfy to sit on while having a warm drink. The bathroom was nice and clean. I celebrated my birthday in there and I got complimentary bottle of proseco from the management. Thank you so much. The food was very nice and tasty. They allowed dogs with you in the restaurant which we thought was amazing because like our coco, she likes bread with butter. And they have comfortable seats with parasol outside the restaurant where you can just relax and have a drink. They have a huge front lawn where dogs like coco can play and they have their own parking space right infront of the hotel so you know your car is safe. The staffs were all very nice and welcoming to us as well as to coco especially Ionella. We will definitely recommend the hotel to our friends, family & colleagues. xx"

The Charles Bathurst Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, good food, friendly staff, can't fault it"

The World Famous Tan Hill Inn

8/10 Good

"The night we were there there was a gig on and also a 50th birthday celebration so the place was heaving & it was difficult to find somewhere to sit until our dining table became free at 7.45pm"

Stone House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel and fabulous staff who are a credit to the hotel. Thank you gor a lovely stay. X"

Castle Green Hotel In Kendal, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The staffs are helpful! When we asked for a clean towel, they gave us instantaneously. The next evening, a staff member knocked on the door and offered us fresh towels. 5/5 for the staffs."

Westmorland Hotel Tebay

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was lovely from the room , the lovely extras ( shortbread biscuits , lovely bathroom products) the bed was really comfortable. The staff were great and the breakfast was excellent. We also charged the car overnight , which was really convenient."

The King's Head

10/10 Excellent

"We were very impressed with the Hotel. Our room was spotless and dinner and breakfast both excellent. Our daughter was in a separate room and equally impressed. Certainly a first class hostelry"

The Green Dragon Inn - Hardraw

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed for three nights the staff and food was amazing I wanted a little break away from my busy lifestyle and this was the place to be. i will be back with my partner and dog again thank you Keep up the good work guys"

Appleby Castle

10/10 Excellent

"It was an amazing experience to be in a real castle we chose a cheaper room so we didn’t have an en-suite but a beautiful bathroom in the corridor instead. The owners were so helpful and friendly and we had a very good quality evening meal with beautiful romantic piano music played by the manager and a history talk too. The owner was a beautiful lady who chatted to us in the bar area. We’d like to go again. Breakfast was good."

More cheap stays in Smardale

OYO The Board Inn

1, Market Place Hawes Hawes England

£81

20 Oct - 21 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6/10 (19 reviews)

The Gateway Hotel

Crook Rd Kendal England

£100

22 Oct - 23 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)

Kirkby Stephen Hostel

Market Street Kirkby Stephen England

£107

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)

The Kings Arms

Temple Sowerby Penrith England

£120

12 Nov - 13 Nov

includes taxes & fees

The Granary

Carnforth England

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10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Eden Escape - Comfy Apartment Quiet Neighbourhood

Kendal England

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10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Smardale?

The best time to go to Smardale is during the spring and summer months, specifically from May to September.This period typically offers the most pleasant weather for exploring the Smardale Gill Viaduct and the surrounding Smardale Nature Reserve. You'll find longer daylight hours, making it ideal for walking, wildlife spotting, and enjoying the natural beauty of the area without the chill of autumn or winter. The paths are generally drier and more accessible, which is a key consideration for visitors planning to spend time outdoors.Couples looking for a peaceful retreat will find these months particularly appealing. The warmer weather allows for leisurely strolls along the disused railway line, picnics by the Scandal Beck, and opportunities to observe the diverse flora and fauna, including rare butterflies and red squirrels. It's a great time for a relaxed, nature-focused break.For solo travellers seeking quiet reflection and outdoor activity, late spring and early autumn (May-June and September) offer a good balance. The weather is still favourable, but there might be fewer visitors than in the peak summer months of July and August.

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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Smardale.

How much is the nightly rate at a Smardale hotel?

Prices for hotels in Smardale often vary, but you can find a great deal from £35 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Smardale hotels

1. The Black Bull at Nateby

2. The Black Bull Hotel

3. The Pennine Inn

4. The World Famous Tan Hill Inn

5. Royal Oak Appleby

6. Wilding Hotel

7. The King's Head

8. The George Hotel

9. Westmorland Hotel Tebay

10. Shap Wells Hotel

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Kendal Killington Lake

12. Augill Castle

13. Bongate House

14. Appleby Castle

15. Redstones Hotel

16. The Green Dragon Inn - Hardraw

17. Appleby Manor Hotel & Garden Spa

18. The Red Lion

19. Tufton Arms Hotel

20. OYO Cocketts Hotel

Learn more about Smardale

Top Smardale Hotel Reviews

The Gateway Hotel

The Charles Bathurst Inn

The World Famous Tan Hill Inn

Stone House Hotel

Castle Green Hotel In Kendal, BW Premier Collection

Westmorland Hotel Tebay

The King's Head

The Green Dragon Inn - Hardraw

Appleby Castle

More cheap stays in Smardale

OYO The Board Inn

The Gateway Hotel

Kirkby Stephen Hostel

The Kings Arms

The Granary

Eden Escape - Comfy Apartment Quiet Neighbourhood

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