The George Hotel in Penrith, England

The hotel houses the 2 AA Rosette Devonshire Restaurant, which offers an intimate candlelit dining experience with a beautiful ornate ceiling and an open fire. Guests can also eat in the all-day Bar 1597, which has a courtyard with booth seating and a separate menu. A breakfast served from 7 to 10 includes a full English with choices such as eggs benedict and continental options with fresh fruit and yoghurt.

The hotel offers 33 bedrooms including Standard, Club, Deluxe Double, and a Bridal Suite, all set across three floors accessed by stairs or a stairlift. Some rooms, such as room 14, have recently been refurbished with modern bathrooms featuring Elemis toiletries and touch-sensor mirrors. The hotel also provides limited dog-friendly rooms-guests must contact the hotel in advance and pay a £20 charge per night for their dog, which includes a welcome pack with a dog bed and bowls.

The George Hotel is located in the very centre of the bustling market town of Penrith, within walking distance of Penrith Castle ruins, the bus station, and the railway station. It sits on the edge of the Lake District National Park, the North Pennines, and Eden Valley, providing a base for exploring areas like Ullswater Lake, Keswick, and Brougham Castle. The hotel has on-site private parking at the rear for £3 per stay, with a barrier system and a code from reception to exit, plus an electric vehicle charging station.

The hotel accepts dogs in designated rooms with a £20 charge per night, providing a welcome pack that includes a dog bed, bowls, and treats. Dogs are allowed in the front bar area, the lobby lounge, and around tables in the lounge area, but not in the main dining room. A designated smoking area is available outside, and the hotel supplies pet baskets and bowls on request.

The hotel offers multiple event spaces suitable for meetings, private dining, and functions for up to 150 guests. A business centre with fax and photocopying services is available, and all public areas have high-speed fibreoptic Wi-Fi. Express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and 24-hour security with CCTV in common areas are provided for business travellers.

Dining: 2 AA Rosette Devonshire Restaurant with candlelit dining

History: 300-year-old coaching inn with historic character

Location: Centre of Penrith, edge of Lake District and North Pennines

Pet-friendly: Dog-friendly rooms with welcome pack including bed and bowls

Parking: On-site private parking at £3 per stay with EV charging station

Accessibility: Stairlift to upper floors and accessible parking