Bridge Hotel

Bridge Hotel - A dog-friendly retreat with scenic views and local dining in Buttermere

Bridge Hotel, a 3-star property rated 9.1/10 on Booking.com, features dog-friendly rooms with private balconies overlooking Red Pike, High Stile, and High Crag. Guests can choose from Standard, Superior, or Four Poster rooms, some with underfloor heating and wet rooms for post-walk relaxation. The Mill Beck Dining Room serves a 3-course à la carte menu with Cumbrian specialties, while The Bridge Inn offers traditional pub meals and local ales. The hotel is 4 km from Fleetwith Pike and 6 km from Honister Slate Mine, with direct access to walking trails. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Bridge Hotel, and packed lunches are provided for hiking excursions.

Pros

Dog-friendly rooms and self-catering apartments accommodate pets with welcome packs.

Scenic balconies in Superior and Four Poster rooms offer views of High Crag and Haystacks.

The Mill Beck Dining Room provides fine dining with locally sourced ingredients.

Proximity to walking trails like Red Pike (2 km) and Grasmoor (3 km).

Electric car charging points are available for overnight use.

Cons

No televisions or mobile phone signal in rooms.

Limited dining options outside Friday and Saturday at The Mill Beck Dining Room.