Hotels 1 to 4 in Penrith, Cumbria

George Hotel - The traditional George Hotel stands in the very centre of the bustling market town of Penrith on the edge of the Lake District and the North Pennines. Enter through the George Hotel's revolving doors and experience quality and tradition to remind you of bygone days. The nostalgic wood panelling and old local wall prints combine to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where many generations of loyal visitors have returned time after time. Make this lovely hotel your own homely base when visiting the Lake District and the North Pennines.

Edenhall Country Hotel - Located within Inglewood Forest, this independently-run hotel in the idyllic village of Edenhall is only 3 miles from Penrith and junction 40 of the M6. It is an excellent base for exploring Cumbria, the Lake District, the Eden Valley and Hadrian's Wall. The hotel has 20 en suite bedrooms; a fine-dining restaurant, recently awarded a Rosette by the AA; a bar serving hearty meals; and a comfortable residents' lounge and conservatory. The hotel stands on over an acre of well tendered garden - the perfect place for an afternoon drink. Edenhall Country Hotel welcomes a wide range of special events such as dinner parties, shooting, fishing and golf parties, conferences and family events such as weddings.

North Lakes - A Shire Hotel and Spa - Open log fires and cosy lounges create a warm welcome in this luxury 4* hotel. Set just off the m6 near Penrith, it's a great base for exploring The Lakes and the lesser-known Eden Valley. The excellent Spa facilities include a 13m pool, gym, sauna, steam room and 7 treatment rooms; and the Martindale Restaurant boasts Cumbrian specialities as well as classic, seasonal dishes. The hotel caters for company training, team-building events & conferences too. Free parking and high- speed WiFi access.

The Roundthorn Country House - This Grade II listed Georgian mansion is set in its own landscaped grounds and enjoys panoramic views of the Eden Valley, the Pennines and Lakeland Fells. Overlooking the busy market town of Penrith, the Roundthorn Country House is located in an extremely peaceful and secluded environment, only minutes from the M6 and A66. All of the en suite rooms are unique in character and furnished to the highest standard. The house has its own bar/lounge and a cosy residents' lounge with a real fire in the winter where you can relax and unwind. Served in the Eden Room each morning, the Great Cumbrian Breakfast is guaranteed to prepare you for the day ahead. The bar/lounge area and several bedrooms and en suite bathrooms have been upgraded and refurbished in early 2008. The hotel has since been awarded a 5-Star Silver rating in the guest accommodation category by VisitBritain.