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Appleby Castle

3.5 star property
Idyllic retreat in the Yorkshire Dales offers lush gardens and diverse activities from daytime horseback riding to evening games of billiards

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Appleby Castle in the Yorkshire Dales offers a unique getaway. Relax in the spa tub, explore gardens and the arcade room. Enjoy on-site horseback riding and fishing. WiFi is available for staying connected or handling business.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is 3.205.115 ₫
3.846.138 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

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Classic Double Room (Four Poster) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Classic Double Room (Four Poster)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Detached private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Garden view
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Double Room, Mountain View (Four Poster)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, Mountain View (Four Poster)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exclusive Double Room, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Exclusive Double Room, Courtyard View

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Classic Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Detached private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium Quadruple Room, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Premium Quadruple Room, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Detached private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Detached private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Park View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Park View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Park view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Mountain View, Garden Area | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Mountain View, Garden Area

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, No Windows

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Appleby-in-Westmorland is home to Appleby Castle. Appleby Golf Club and Riverside Public Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Yorkshire Dales National Park and North Pennines. Appleby Leisure Centre and Eden Valley Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Appleby-in-Westmorland travel guide
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Appleby Castle, Appleby-in-Westmorland, England, CA16 6XH

What's nearby

  • 0_353007
    Yorkshire Dales National Park
    7 min drive - 5.2 km
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    Lake Windermere
    52 min drive - 67.8 km
  • Appleby Castle
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Courtyard Gallery
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Appleby Leisure Centre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Appleby Station
    11 min walk
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crown & Cushion Inn
    5 min walk
  • Cafe Sixty Six
    5 min drive
  • Sandford Arms
    7 min drive
  • The Bridge
    7 min drive
  • Courtyard Gallery
    4 min walk

About this property

Appleby Castle

Castle near Yorkshire Dales National Park
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and an arcade/games room at Appleby Castle. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Malice Scourge Tea Room, serves lunch. Enjoy on-site activities, such as horse riding and fishing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a banquet hall
  • Wedding services, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Appleby Castle DiningRoom
  • Malice Scourge Bistro
  • Malice Scourge Tea Room
  • Residents Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1092
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Appleby Castle Appleby-in-Westmorland
Appleby Castle Appleby-In-Westmorland Cumbria
Appleby Castle Castle
Appleby Castle Appleby-in-Westmorland
Appleby Castle Castle Appleby-in-Westmorland

Frequently asked questions

Is Appleby Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Appleby Castle?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Appleby Castle on 15 Mar 2026 start from 3.205.115 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Appleby Castle?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Appleby Castle?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Appleby Castle?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Appleby Castle located?

Situated in Appleby-in-Westmorland, this castle is steps from Eden Valley and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park. Appleby Castle and Courtyard Gallery are also within 5 minutes. Appleby Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Appleby Castle Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 137 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We travel to appleby castle as often as possibly we luv the company of sally and her staff. It will be a shame for the castle to be sold its so relaxing and the staff are down to earth which is what we like as a group.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is beautiful castle, worth staying just as an experience. Food is not the best, I would expect but more, but exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Appleby Castle

This was an amazing place to stay, very authentic and beautiful. Our room had an updated bathroom, but even though the floor was slanted it was beautiful and comfortable. Craig is not only polite and courteous, but is an excellent cook. Peter played Piano through dinner after taking our dinner order. They both were accommodating worked to make our stay comfortable
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Stay

Fantastic experience. Great, attentive staff. Stunning views on the castle grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Khamika

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It's an old castle built in the 811 or there abouts, they maintain a formal dining room one for dinner and another for breakfast, there's also a small TV room, there's a games room on the first floor with a pool table. The bedroom was warm and big and nicely furnished, nice size bathroom and clean. I enjoyed my stay. There's a kitchen and you can use the menu to place your order.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

A real drama setting

This place is awesome. Bit of a time warp, bit tired, but if they fixed it they would ruin it. It something out of a TV series, staff are great. its not a luxury setup, but defiantly an experience well worth having and in a lovely setting. will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra

I liked the room and the dining room and the meal. The renovations have not been done well and it is pretty cold in the big breakfast room. Plus parking is outside the gardens and along walk wit suit cases and need somebody to help with luggage up the stairs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Edward

Not the "castle" experience you think you'll get!

Not really the "castle" experience we thought this would be. Given the cost, the castle is not welcoming, whilst I appreciate this is an old building etc. but the overall ambience is poor. No information given at check-in, long process and poor explanation as to why C/Card details need to be taken/stored (stay was already pre-paid). Room OK but not worth in excess of £200 (without breakfast, no TV etc. (again appreciate it is an old building). Told the manager we would be heading out and whether the key opened the front door, response was no but just buzz and he would let us in. Came back at 8:30pm to find the door locked and no-one around. Buzzed and called the phone number for 15 minutes without any response - was just about to give up when another guest let us in! Not a great experience and general feeling is they don't particularly cater for guests once they have your payment. Location is good though and plenty of bars/restaurants within 10 minute walk - about the only good this to say really.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Yes excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Steven

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Arrive in the day time if you can

We arrived late in the evening, not ideal but thought it was a hotel. The building was blacked out with no signage, so definitely arrive in the day time for ease if you can. The guy did upgrade us to a cottage and reminded us its a castle first (i.e. not a hotel) so keep that in mind. There are mouse traps etc in the cottage (which in the country/old houses is the norm)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lenroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Night at the castle

Nice hotel, great surroundings, great theme. Just needing a slight refurb
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend break

Fantastic place to stay lots of history lovely walks brilliant staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sijia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

the worst experience ever.

Very dirty, pool condition, bad service, expensive price. no tv, no kettle, no chair. Smelly, wet, and cold. the worst experience ever.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled two weeks in Scotland and Appleby Castle had by far the most delicious dinner. Staff was small but worked hard and swift. Castle was cozy and true to its heritage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A rare treat.

A wonderfully atmospheric place to stay. If you have any feeling for historical surroundings you will enjoy your stay. The food was excellent (dinner and breakfast), the room was excellent, and the service excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we were looking for in a 'castle experience'. Service and food was excellent. Easy walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, historically amazing. Staying there was a treat. I stayed in the old servant quarters, very quaint. I will return to visit the Norman keep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing historic setting

We stayed in one of the cottages which was very comfortable and spacious but the highlight that it was such a majestic setting. The castle is also very conveniently located for walking into the centre of Appleby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

wonderful historical place to stay

Appleby Castle is filled with history -- so much fun and great portraits on the walls. Wonderful tapestries on the walls of the bedroom we stayed in. The staff went out of their way to be helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stunning location, amazing history and the room was very authentic. Poor communication and check in, didn’t feel welcome at all unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service

Expensive service on low quality

Food was not good not even fresh and price is too much with no quality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely delightful. If you are looking for an authentic castle experience this is the place. The 5 course dinner was delicious. The staff so helpful. The whole ambience led to an old world experience. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were never found when needed no facility’s and very expensive Food was brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

GREAT STAY BUT TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE

We had a great time at Appleby Castle it was everything we expected until we arrived home when the hotel decided to charge me and my husband our check out bill twice on 2 different cards! We tried to contact the hotel several ways with no response even now after several weeks of returning I still haven't had a response from the hotel. I can say that hotels.com have been extremely helpfull in trying to get the overcharged money back for me and must say a huge thank you for that. So after having a great time in this lovely castle I will definately not be staying there again. :(
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025