Your perfect lakes escape begins here, at our family-run hotel situated in the bustling village of Braithwaite.
Experience the beauty of the surrounding areas from our newly renovated hotel where nature intertwines with Victorian elegance. Whether you’re joining us for a family adventure, a foodie getaway or to romanticise the views towards Skiddaw; we are the perfect base for your getaway.
The Ruddings has now been transformed into a boutique hotel, offering a unique blend of timeless charm and modern luxury. Each of our 21 rooms and suites is individual and offers a selection of spaciously appointed, characterful rooms, all luxuriously furnished by our local friends at Satu Interiors. Contemporary features and sophisticated furnishings provide the little luxuries to make your stay at The Ruddings unforgettable. If you would like to book one of our dog-friendly rooms, please make us aware at the time of making a reservation.
You can expect to wake up refreshed and indulge in a delightful breakfast to kickstart your day of exploration. Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, The Ruddings is ideally situated near the magnificent Grisedale Pike and the spectacular hanging valley: Coledale Horseshoe, beckoning adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike.
For the foodies, you can savor a culinary journey during your stay with us. Our talented chefs craft exquisite dishes using locally sourced ingredients, ensuring a true taste of the region.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
“Breakfast was perfect
Hotel was lovely. Very clean. Staff were very friendly
Room was nice”
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Sue
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“The property was excellent location for our stay and very dog friendly , food was exceptional”
Nicola
United Kingdom
“Great hotel. Clean, comfortable and great access to the lakes. The staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again.”
Adrian
United Kingdom
“Great location. Great staff, especially the young lady serving at breakfast, what a wonderful happy and polite lady. Beautiful cosy rooms, lovely bar and restaurant and a fantastic breakfast.
Look forward to returning and exploring more of the...”
Chris
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“Excellent visit. Very modern and lovely staff. Great breakfast.”
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Derek
United Kingdom
“Excellent place to stay room,staff,and food all top notch ,taxi to keswick very easy”
Suzanna
United Kingdom
“A welcoming place, warm and cosy, with the most comfortable hotel bed I’ve ever slept in. The room was immaculate, (cleaning staff don’t ever get enough credit in my opinion) and had everything we needed.
We had dinner in the restaurant and both...”
Northern
United Kingdom
“Beautiful quality of the premises and food. Staff are all really lovely.”
Christine
United Kingdom
“Fabulous hotel. Lovely decor, homely, comfortable and exceptionally clean.”
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Kenneth
United Kingdom
“The beautiful room and the general ambience of the hotel. Good breakfast in lovely dining room with a view.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
Open for
Lunch • Dinner
House rules
The Ruddings takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that rooms contain either a bath, a shower or both. If guests have any preference to the bathroom arrangement, this information can be added during the booking phase in the 'Special Request' box. Although the property does their best to accommodate guests' wishes, this request is still subject to availability.
All rooms are on either the first or second floor, with access from the reception. Please contact the property if you have any mobility requests.
There is no cycle storage available.
Please note that irrespective of future government changes to VAT rates and your arrival date, the gross price of your booking will not change.
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