About this property
Situated in the village of Armathwaite with its views of Cumbria Pennine fells and the River Eden, The Dukes Head is a traditional country Inn where guests can enjoy a drink and overnight stay. The property is pet-friendly and features wood burning stove and free WiFi. All rooms come with a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Guests can also enjoy a continental breakfast in the morning. The area is very popular with walkers, cyclists, canoeists, golfers, and motorcyclists. Armathwaite is an ideal location for guests wishing to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Lake District National Park and Hadrian's Wall as well as the historic city of Carlisle. Guests will also have easy access to the market towns of Brampton, Alston, and Penrith. Armathwaite railway station is close by which allows guests to explore the historic Settle to Carlisle railway line.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Liz
United Kingdom“Location, clean room, comfortable, staff on arrival very helpful, Bar when open good” - Christine United Kingdom“Everything you couldwish for in an overnight stay.”
- Stuart United Kingdom“It is very close to Fox & Pheasant pub, has they do not have a restaurant here. Very dog friendly hotel.”
- Shaun United Kingdom“Great location peaceful setting very quiet and relaxing location rooms were lovely and clean”
- Shaun United Kingdom“Clean, welcoming, well decorated, great sized rooms and staff very friendly.”
- Karen United Kingdom“Staff were really friendly and had good information (e.g. local pub/fish and chips info for dinner). Breakfast was excellent and good to be included in the price.”
- Stephen United Kingdom“Very comfortable, clean and tastefully decorated room. Hosts were very welcoming and friendly. The continental breakfast spread was excellent and very fresh.”
- Tim United Kingdom“Clean and comfortable, the rooms have clearly been renovated to a high standard.”
- Sandra United Kingdom“Very friendly staff, room spotless, and comfortable, lovely area to visit and relax. Communication pre stay about food on site very helpful. We ate in the pub they suggested which was good value for money but pleased we were staying at dukes head”
- Davies United Kingdom“Rooms immaculate. Staff very helpful and friendly. First class!”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform The Dukes Head in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
