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

A Christmas tree decorated with lights and ornaments, positioned in a corner with a window and wall-mounted pictures.

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

1. The Black Bull at Nateby

Kirkby Stephen

john

£124

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A chef preparing food in a professional kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a clock on the wall.

A two-story building with "Black Bull Hotel" signs, a stone facade, and a traditional entrance.

2. The Black Bull Hotel

Kirkby Stephen

Pearl

£72

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A traditional pub with outdoor seating and a signboard.

The exterior of Pennine Inn with a signboard, multiple windows, and outdoor seating area.

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

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

3. The Pennine Inn

Kirkby Stephen

Ruby

£88

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

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

A stone building with a traditional design, a stone wall, and a tree with autumn leaves.

4. The King's Head

Kirkby Stephen

matthew

£183

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

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 hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a stone-walled courtyard with potted plants.

5. Wilding Hotel

Kirkby Stephen

Alan

£128

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

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.

A nighttime view of a hotel entrance with a sign for 'Tan Hill Inn' and a decorative wall with lights.

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

6. The World Famous Tan Hill Inn

Richmond

Trish

£85

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

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

A modern building with large windows and a pond in front.

7. Westmorland Hotel Tebay

Penrith

Gareth

£126

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

A large house with a well-maintained garden, a paved pathway, and a fenced area.

8. Appleby Manor Hotel & Garden Spa

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Kelly

£156

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and benches, potted plants, and a view of the street.

9. Royal Oak Appleby

Appleby-in-Westmorland

john

£100

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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.

A neatly made bed with white linens and towels, a wooden headboard, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

10. Appleby Castle

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Gail

£129

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A bar with multiple beer taps, a variety of bottles, and a chalkboard menu.

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

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

11. Shap Wells Hotel

Penrith

Salim

£103

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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 dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by striped chairs. Bookshelves line the walls, filled with books and decorative items.

12. Augill Castle

Kirkby Stephen

Brian

£157

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

A sign reading "BONGATE HOUSE" with a gravel driveway and a parked car in the background.

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

Mary A

£130

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A bathroom shelf with four bottles of Bright Earth herbal remedy products and a small decorative sheep figurine.

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

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

14. The George Hotel

Penrith

Ruby

£142

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

A room with a view through a window, a chandelier, and a wooden staircase.

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

A brick building with a central tree with red leaves, surrounded by a flower bed.

15. Redstones Hotel

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Jay

£100

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

A stone building with a long, narrow lawn leading to a lake.

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

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Kendal Killington Lake

Kendal

John

£47

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

17. The Green Dragon Inn - Hardraw

Hawes

Chris

£102

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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.

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

A traditional room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a chandelier.

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.

18. Tufton Arms Hotel

Appleby-in-Westmorland

John Trevor

£150

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a glass-enclosed shower area.

A bar area with multiple beer taps, a cash register, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A balcony with wooden furniture, a coffee pot, and potted plants.

A traditional building with a black and white facade, a prominent arched entrance, and flower boxes on the windows.

19. The Black Bull Inn

Sedbergh

David

£179

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

20. OYO Cocketts Hotel

Hawes

Justin

£80

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Top Smardale Hotel Reviews

Shap Wells Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location . Lovely receiption, dining and Bar area. The rooms were clean and a little small, but the bed was good. No water in the bedroom. Bathrooms a little dated in the room we stayed in, but all clean. The food ordering with certainly different but and the chioce limited but all to a good standard. The service was quick for the amount of people eating at the same time. I would certaintly recommend this hotel."

Stonecross Manor Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great pool, very clean rooms"

Riverside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Upon arriving at the hotel the staff were friendly and welcoming. We had an evening meal and breakfast the next morning and the food was well parented and tasted good. A very pleasant stay."

Westmorland Hotel Tebay

8/10 Good

"Enjoyable stay, good food, very comfortable bed. Property decor and fittings all look a bit tired, in need of refurbishment. Staff were helpful."

Appleby Castle

8/10 Good

"Very friendly staff and very nice quiet rooms ."

Haweswater Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing building, great food and staff who genuinely care"

The Charles Bathurst Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Food was excellent and was in a very scenic part of North yorkshire"

Stone House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Picture postcard hotel. We had a garden room which was tastefully decorated and being able to sit in our own conservatory was great but the hotel had a bar and snug which were also lovely spaces. Beautiful garden with stunning views over to Hawes and it was just so peaceful to sit out there. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. Fantastic breakfast and we also had dinner in the hotel and this was beautifully presented and delicious."

The Gateway Hotel

8/10 Good

"The mattress and pillows were amazing. A great night's sleep. The food at the restaurant on the evening was amazing. Very dog friendly. Outside seating with blankets lovely touch. Well recommended. We enjoyed our stay."

More cheap stays in Smardale

Kirkby Stephen Hostel

Market Street Kirkby Stephen England

£71

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)

The Black Bull Hotel

38 Market Street Kirkby Stephen England

£72

31 Aug - 1 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (139 reviews)

OYO The Board Inn

1, Market Place Hawes Hawes England

£83

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

5.8/10 (17 reviews)

The Gateway Hotel

Crook Rd Kendal England

£106

3 Sept - 4 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews)

The Kings Arms

Temple Sowerby Penrith England

£148

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (77 reviews)

The Granary

Carnforth England

£525

11 Sept - 12 Sept

includes taxes & fees

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.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

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 £47 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.

Find hotels in Smardale from £47

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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 King's Head

5. Wilding Hotel

6. The World Famous Tan Hill Inn

7. Westmorland Hotel Tebay

8. Appleby Manor Hotel & Garden Spa

9. Royal Oak Appleby

10. Appleby Castle

11. Shap Wells Hotel

12. Augill Castle

13. Bongate House

14. The George Hotel

15. Redstones Hotel

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Kendal Killington Lake

17. The Green Dragon Inn - Hardraw

18. Tufton Arms Hotel

19. The Black Bull Inn

20. OYO Cocketts Hotel

Learn more about Smardale

Top Smardale Hotel Reviews

Shap Wells Hotel

Stonecross Manor Hotel

Riverside Hotel

Westmorland Hotel Tebay

Appleby Castle

Haweswater Hotel

The Charles Bathurst Inn

Stone House Hotel

The Gateway Hotel

More cheap stays in Smardale

Kirkby Stephen Hostel

The Black Bull Hotel

OYO The Board Inn

The Gateway Hotel

The Kings Arms

The Granary

Hotels in Smardale with star rating

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