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Reviews of Royal Oak Appleby 4 stars

Bongate, Appleby, CA16 6UN, United Kingdom

#4 of 15 hotels in Appleby

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1019 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    8.0
    Friendly service good value pub with a good choice of good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfy friendly inn

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Would stay again and food was great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Royal Oak is a bit out of Appleby town centre but near the river. Bar shut relatively early at night.

    I had a nice room and the shower was excellent, Check in and check out was great and breakfast was good and I ate a nice evening meal. I even had access to a nice garden.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    After a six hour journey the place was quite relaxing and a nice lovely pint of real ale.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    We only stayed one night would have loved to have stopped

    Customer service good food and comfortable and it all worked well albeit the pub was choc a block but the staff was calm and everybody seemed happy brilliant.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed here on our way to Scotland. Lovely location and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful - went above and beyond. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend. Delicious breakfast and room clean and tidy, just what we needed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Lovely and friendly inn
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    Brilliant dog friendly had a garden room which was a bonus. The welcome pack from Cumin for the dog was lovely touch. Food was very good and breakfast excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    A great stay. will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not many vegetarian options on the menu

    staff were very helpful, rooms were comfortable and we were well looked after

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    Really lovely staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower. Kept going hot and cold

    Food was really good, staff were excellent and the rooms were huge

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    8.0
    Short weekend break
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately 3 tall people and the beams were of a concern would just book a different room next time

    Friendly and good food

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely relaxing break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Townhouse
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen in cottage could have been cleaner, esp oven Cottage needs updating in areas, esp downstairs Outside areas need tidied up

    Breakfast excellent, staff very friendly & helpful Beds very comfortable & bedrooms were lovely

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    We always look forward to staying
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We have stayed here a few times now which shows how much we like it. It’s very clean and welcoming with a lovely atmosphere. The staff are very friendly. The restaurant is great too.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    It was perfect in every way for me and my mum
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing

    Staff very attentive, room was lovely with all the facilities needed and very clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Leaving!

    Spotlessly clean and cosy. The bed was very comfortable. Staff were efficient, super nice and friendly, and extremely helpful. Food was very good . Wine was really good and reasonably priced. Plenty of on road parking in front of the Inn. I'd recommend it to anyone.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    A fabulous reunion.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No dislikes at all.

    The staff were really super, attentive and very friendly. Easy parking and the room and bed was really comfortable. As it was a family reunion they kindly gave us have a table for 12 in a private dining room - very thoughtful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    9.0
    Ideal hotel in Appleby
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all good.

    Excellent location, friendly efficient staff, great breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    Excellent value, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nicely furnished, blending modern with the inn’s traditional features. I didn’t have my dog with me but if there is a more dog friendly establishment out there I’d be surprised!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    10
    The best food and menu choices in Cumbria.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    lovely character property. Brilliant restaurant and food choices. My favourite in Cumbria.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Loved it, definitely will be back again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great location, brilliant staff & lovely large room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely for couples and families.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Townhouse
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Carpets looked dated and did spoil the look of the cottage it felt a little scruffy downstairs. Bath mat and plug plus the vaccum need replacing.

    Pub was small and always welcoming we ate there 3 nights. Every meal was a great portion and delicious. We stayed in the cottage beds were lovely and comfortable clean linen and towels provided fully equipped kitchen and very large bathroom ideal for couples and families.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    It was everything we needed. and more thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We could not find anything to dislike we loved it couldn’t ask for anything more

    We could not fault anything the staff were very good and helpful The decor was beautiful every where was very clean we didn’t want For anything we enjoyed our stay our meals were presented In a very lovey way

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were super friendly and the food was great!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    8.0
    Excellent place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and comfortable.

    Very clean, friendly staff. Food was really good. Thoroughly recommend it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Excellent hidden gem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little more on my plate at breakfast.

    The room was perfect. My sons loved it, thought it was homely and cosy. Food was excellent.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent accommodation, food and drink. Pet friendly- welcome pack for our dog was a pleasant surprise. Very friendly and professional service.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Amazing food quality and the warmest hospitality across the piste!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Having last stayed here just after COVID restrictions were lifted, it was great to see the hard work put in by Cass and her husband has paid off; the hotel was buzzing with popularity. There is no negative comment; this hotel does what it says on the label and is what one expects of a country inn.

    The warm reception on arrival through to the delicious and wonderfully presented and satisfying meals in the evening and at breakfast were exceptional. The staff were impressively efficient and faultlessly polite; their team work was of the highest standard!

    Stayed in March 2024

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