INN ON THE SQUARE, Keswick (Cumbria)

Inn On The Square - Modern Scandinavian hotel in central Keswick

Located in Keswick's Market Square, Inn on the Square features modern Scandinavian design with Cumbrian influences. The hotel offers 34 bedrooms across four floors, accessible via lift or stairs. The property includes Brossen Steakhouse (AA Rosette award-winning), Front Bar for cocktails, and a family-friendly Back Bar with sports TV and pool table. Derwentwater lake is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. The property includes free WiFi throughout, 24-hour room service, and secure parking (limited spaces, must be pre-booked). The Back Bar has received the Cask Marque Award for beer and cellar management. Keswick serves as a base for northern fells including Skiddaw and Blencathra.

Additional perks of the hotel

Two accessible bedrooms with wet room showers on first floor

Front Bar serves brunches, lunches, and cocktails from 10am

Back Bar provides live music, darts, and local ales

Regular bus service to Penrith railway station (17 miles away)

Dog-friendly hotel (up to 2 dogs per room, £25 per dog per night)

Hose pipe and dry towels available for cleaning muddy paws

Christmas and New Year's Eve packages with special dining and activities

Room Options

The hotel offers four room types across 34 bedrooms. Herdwick rooms feature views of Keswick towards Latrigg and Skiddaw with wall décor celebrating local Herdwick sheep. Town rooms overlook Market Square with views to Catbells mountain and potential sunset vistas. Compact Hygge rooms include small double beds with fell views, designed for single or double occupancy. All rooms include Sealy beds, blackout curtains, and flat-screen plasma TVs with Bluetooth/HDMI connectivity to personal devices.

Other conveniences

Twinings tea, coffee, and locally sourced bottled water

Rain showers with hand-held shower heads

Refreshing eco-friendly toiletries

Room phones and 24-hour room service

Fluffy bathrobes in Town rooms

Hairdryers in all rooms

Dog beds and bowls available for canine guests

Blackout curtains for morning lie-ins