Title: Visit Bassenthwaite: 2026 Travel Guide for Bassenthwaite, Keswick | Expedia.com [Hotels in Bassenthwaite](https://expedia.com/Bassenthwaite-Hotels.d6049514.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Bassenthwaite](https://expedia.com/Bassenthwaite-Vacation-Rentals.d6049514.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Bassenthwaite](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Bassenthwaite.d6049514.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Bassenthwaite](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Bassenthwaite.d6049514.Car-Rental-Guide)[Bassenthwaite Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Bassenthwaite.d6049514.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Bassenthwaite ## Travel Guide ![Did a lovely circular walk taking in the lake and lots of wildflowers. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049514/9e3940be-8332-4e39-914f-7f2ad5c87e94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Did a lovely circular walk taking in the lake and lots of wildflowers. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049514/9e3940be-8332-4e39-914f-7f2ad5c87e94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bassenthwaite, Lake District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/00bd36f0-1828-4afd-9692-fff2019787e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/00bd36f0-1828-4afd-9692-fff2019787e9.jpg) by [Paul Lakin](https://www.panoramio.com/user/1704974?with_photo_id=120544706) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![Chapel in Bassenthwaite Former chapel of ease in Bassenthwaite.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/7e058038-baa5-4ce9-913c-98aef3c4ef73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/7e058038-baa5-4ce9-913c-98aef3c4ef73.jpg) by [Philip Halling](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1837) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Erratic boulder, Scarness Bay Erratic boulder on the shore of Scarness Bay, Bassenthwaite Lake.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/4b703058-ea3c-421b-b990-73dc50a31c34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/4b703058-ea3c-421b-b990-73dc50a31c34.jpg) by [Philip Halling](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1837) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Bassenthwaite Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6049514) - Bassenthwaite Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Bassenthwaite ![Lake District Castle Inn ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527800/527764/66ae1446_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake District Castle Inn Bassenthwaite Keswick England $150 nightly $181 total Mar 3 - Mar 4 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (663 reviews) Great for families and dogs! A sprawling complex with a well used leisure area. Could be better managed and cleaned, but OK. Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F3%2F2026&endDate=3%2F4%2F2026&selected=527764&PinnedHotelID=527764&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049514) ![Armathwaite Hall Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1381800/1381738/9f52452f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Armathwaite Hall Hotel Bassenthwaite Lake Keswick England $252 nightly $302 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake District Wildlife Park and Dubwath ... 9/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews) lovely country hotel with good amenities. Staff were helpful and food was good in the grill restaurant and breakfast room. Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=1381738&PinnedHotelID=1381738&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049514) ![Ravenstone Manor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2810000/2802900/2802809/3bfbe820_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ravenstone Manor Bassenthwaite Keswick England $104 nightly $125 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Keswick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (437 reviews) Small neat room had everything we needed..Nice helpful, friendly staff. Food was beautiful had breakfasts and dinner. I must say that it was the best breakfast menu Ive had. Cosy snug area with fire and lovely bar area. Four of us stayed 2 nights for my friends birthday. Good find, will definitely ... Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026&selected=2802809&PinnedHotelID=2802809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6049514) [See all 3,680 properties in Bassenthwaite](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026®ionId=6049514) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Luxury lodge, Bassenthwaite,Nr Keswick, at the foot of Skiddaw.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36350000/36349100/36349083/58841582_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury lodge, Bassenthwaite,Nr Keswick, at the foot of Skiddaw. Keswick England Stay at this cabin in Keswick. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Bassenthwaite Lake and Church Bay are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (260 reviews) Lovely lodge with great location and views across Bassenthwaite. Highly recommend Ravenstone Manor for a drink! Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Keswick-Hotels-Luxury-Lodge.h36349083.Hotel-Information) ![The Halston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35130000/35127300/35127212/aa19f5b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Halston 20-34 Warwick Rd Carlisle England Stay at this aparthotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... [](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Hotels-The-Halston.h35127212.Hotel-Information) ![Paradise in the Lake District.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18768500/18768489/97d42704_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Paradise in the Lake District. Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside ENG Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Ambleside. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Skelwith Force are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews) The location was perfectly situated central to most places we wanted to visit but it was quite hard finding it at night, the apartment was very lovely and nicely decorated. We were equipped with everything we needed . Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Ambleside-Hotels-Paradise-In-The-Lake-District.h18768489.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Bassenthwaite](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6049514&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Bassenthwaite hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049514&startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26)[Feb 25 - Feb 26](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049514&startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049514&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27)[Feb 26 - Feb 27](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049514&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049514&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049514&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049514&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6049514&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![View from Surprise View near Derwentwater, Shutterstock ID 321811955, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com, Other: Supattra Laoreiam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088013/df19a92e-b8e3-4d4b-927f-b6e9c9c5e598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Derwentwater Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Derwentwater during your travels in Keswick. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Derwentwater-Keswick.d6088013.Vacation-Attraction) ![Just follow the path](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532493354/1922f6ae-1c77-4f80-a9c3-766046315dc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Honister Slate Mine You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Honister Slate Mine during your travels in Borrowdale. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Honister-Slate-Mine-Keswick.d553248621532493354.Vacation-Attraction) ![Great hikes to summit #Helvellyn, the third highest peak of England, at the Lake District #outdoor #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088031/076e5b98-b1d5-4336-b576-8a9f72a0dafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hellvellyn Explore the great outdoors at Hellvellyn, a lovely green space in Patterdale. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Hellvellyn-Keswick.d6088031.Vacation-Attraction) ![Castlerigg Stone Circle, Shutterstock ID 1332986102, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com, Other: Supattra Laoreiam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088011/d7be122c-6ee6-4a50-85aa-17390269b6c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castlerigg Stone Circle Find out about the history of St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn when you spend time at Castlerigg Stone Circle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Castlerigg-Stone-Circle-Keswick.d6088011.Vacation-Attraction) ![DKGK93 Hope Park, Keswick, the Lake District, Cumbria, England.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561943039/d9e3de96-c9b7-4cee-974d-f3b88912bd5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hope Park Explore the great outdoors at Hope Park, a lovely green space in Keswick. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Hope-Park-Keswick.d553248621561943039.Vacation-Attraction) ![There is a lovely short walking track here that gives you great views of the lake. www.cheskiesgapife.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009627/50a2f9a4-005c-4dc0-8200-7124e96cf39f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Thirlmere Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thirlmere during your travels in St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn. [](https://expedia.com/Thirlmere-Keswick.d553248635976196768.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1997150/95abac96-b6da-48cd-b64d-e20cad902af4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip $81 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip.a1997150.activity-details) ![Lake District: Half-Day 8 Lakes Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4536697/3fefe95d-b80b-45b7-8c8c-58b582ec2399.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake District: Half-Day 8 Lakes Tour $108 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-half-day-8-lakes-tour.a4536697.activity-details) ![Literary Lake District Visit with Interactive Travel Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48700128/c023475b-1164-4dd9-83e1-aaf0f4f00f63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan $18 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/literary-lake-district-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a48700128.activity-details) ![8 Lakes in a Morning](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48929734/fd44b735-1274-4a0c-9b1a-5fc255cbdc40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 8 Lakes in a Morning $122 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/8-lakes-in-a-morning.a48929734.activity-details) ![Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46308410/a2700659-1fd0-40f5-9377-0448c71bf2cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District $103 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mountain-bikingcoaching-experience-in-the-lake-district.a46308410.activity-details) ![3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2578202/214872af-8fd8-4d2b-a1e7-ba8efbbd3798.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick $150 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hours-via-ferrata-experience-in-keswick.a2578202.activity-details) [See all activities in Bassenthwaite](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Bassenthwaite.d6049514.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Bassenthwaite ![Keswick showing markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/52edae51-259d-4225-bea3-188a999303cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Keswick ![Buttermere panorama with perfect reflections taken on a calm Autumn morning in the Lake District, UK.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182495/0fc9f9f2-5862-4c49-a82f-1c78ffbf9820.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cockermouth ![A static light lighthouse, would make an ideal foreground for Astro or LE startrail shots, taken 7th Aug around 9pm and the sun was setting directly behind it, in line with my position. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135803/2c799990-62b5-441b-9e23-19749eee5387.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wigton - Cities near Bassenthwaite - Places of interest [Keswick](https://expedia.com/Keswick.dx4371)[Cockermouth](https://expedia.com/Cockermouth.dx182495)[Wigton](https://expedia.com/Wigton.dx6023717) - [Lake Windermere ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Windermere-England.d553248621563222832.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ullswater ](https://expedia.com/Ullswater-Penrith.d11377.Vacation-Attraction) - [Derwentwater ](https://expedia.com/Derwentwater-Keswick.d6088013.Vacation-Attraction) - [Scafell Pike ](https://expedia.com/Scafell-Pike-Seascale.d6088035.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lodore Falls ](https://expedia.com/Lodore-Falls-Keswick.d553248621533024783.Vacation-Attraction) - [Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water ](https://expedia.com/Grasmere-Lake-Rydal-Water-Ambleside.d553248621533024741.Vacation-Attraction) - [Catbells Lakeland Walk ](https://expedia.com/Catbells-Lakeland-Walk-Keswick.d553248621532493355.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lowther Castle and Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Lowther-Castle-And-Gardens-Penrith.d6229550.Vacation-Attraction) - [Honister Slate Mine ](https://expedia.com/Honister-Slate-Mine-Keswick.d553248621532493354.Vacation-Attraction) - [Derwent Pencil Museum ](https://expedia.com/Derwent-Pencil-Museum-Keswick.d6088007.Vacation-Attraction) - [Carlisle Racecourse ](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Racecourse-Carlisle.d553248621561943395.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rydal Mount ](https://expedia.com/Rydal-Mount-Ambleside.d6087985.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake District Wildlife Park ](https://expedia.com/Lake-District-Wildlife-Park-Keswick.d553248621532493362.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ambleside Pier ](https://expedia.com/Ambleside-Pier-Ambleside.d553248635171373525.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dove Cottage ](https://expedia.com/Dove-Cottage-Ambleside.d6087983.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hellvellyn ](https://expedia.com/Hellvellyn-Keswick.d6088031.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wast Water ](https://expedia.com/Wast-Water-Seascale.d6088017.Vacation-Attraction) - [Penrith Castle ](https://expedia.com/Penrith-Castle-Penrith.d6088047.Vacation-Attraction) - 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