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Our top choices for Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve hotels

A white building with the sign "King's Head" and a crown emblem.

1. The King's Head

The King's Head
3.5 star property
2.9 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Great welcoming place to stay "
United Kingdom
matthew
The price is €235
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The King's Head
A stone building with a front door, two windows, and a bench outside.

2. Old Byre Cottage

Old Byre Cottage
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
The price is €396
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Old Byre Cottage
A stone building with a patio area featuring a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.

3. Coldbeck Cottage

Coldbeck Cottage
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
The price is €627
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Coldbeck Cottage
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture of luxury brands on the wall.

4. Royal Oak Appleby

Royal Oak Appleby
4.0 star property
13.3 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (243 reviews)
"Food was exceptionally good with great choice. Staff pleasant and helpful."
United Kingdom
George
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Royal Oak Appleby
A modern building with large windows and a pond in front.

5. Westmorland Hotel Tebay

Westmorland Hotel Tebay
3.0 star property
12.2 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (928 reviews)
"Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff Comfortable restaurant with excellent food."
United Kingdom
jean
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Westmorland Hotel Tebay
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

6. Bongate House

Bongate House
3.5 star property
13.5 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Sandra
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Bongate House
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a glass-enclosed shower area.

7. The Black Bull Inn

The Black Bull Inn
5.0 star property
16.6 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (99 reviews)
"A well located hotel, with very comfortable rooms and friendly helpful staff. Meals were very good as well."
United Kingdom
David
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Black Bull Inn
A picnic area with multiple wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a stone wall and grassy fields under a clear sky.

8. The Black Bull at Nateby

The Black Bull at Nateby
3.5 star property
4.8 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (111 reviews)
"wonderful location , staff always very helpful ."
United Kingdom
john
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Black Bull at Nateby
A cozy dining area with a brick fireplace, a table set for a meal, and a log fire burning.

9. The World Famous Tan Hill Inn

The World Famous Tan Hill Inn
3.0 star property
17 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (133 reviews)
"Just a great traditional pub, in the middle of no where! Great staff really lovely food. Definitely recommend"
United Kingdom
Trish
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The World Famous Tan Hill Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a framed picture on the wall, a lamp, and a remote control on the bed.

10. The George Hotel

The George Hotel
3.0 star property
10.5 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (202 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful and so funny! The room was well small-ish but perfectly comfortable and the window opened for a nice breeze in the evening. The meals were very nice and the location/surroundings are beautiful!"
United States
Ruby
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The George Hotel
A traditional pub with outdoor seating and a signboard.

11. The Pennine Inn

The Pennine Inn
3.0 star property
5 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Lovely room, great food."
United Kingdom
Margaret
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Pennine Inn
A traditional room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a table with tea set, and a mirror above the mantelpiece.

12. Shap Wells Hotel

Shap Wells Hotel
3.0 star property
15 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (652 reviews)
"Great stay in this beautiful hotel, stunning grounds and super friendly helpful staff, thank you"
United Kingdom
Laura
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Shap Wells Hotel
A modern indoor space with a fire pit, glass doors leading to a room with a sofa and a dining area, and a staircase with purple lighting.

13. Appleby Manor Hotel & Garden Spa

Appleby Manor Hotel & Garden Spa
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (186 reviews)
"Lovely house with fab view of the Eden Valley."
United Kingdom
Rosemary
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Appleby Manor Hotel & Garden Spa
A building with two signs reading "Black Bull Hotel" and a sign for "National Food Rooms Garden".

14. The Black Bull Hotel

The Black Bull Hotel
3.0 star property
5 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
7.8 out of 10, Good, (141 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in the heart of Kirkby Stephen. No breakfast, but could be arranged albeit for an extra fee, and a bit too late for walkers. Comfortable bed and bedding. TV and wifi worked well."
United Kingdom
Pearl
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Black Bull Hotel
A wooden reception desk with framed certificates, a black and white striped rug, a floral arrangement, and a vintage-style sofa with a patterned cushion.

15. Tufton Arms Hotel

Tufton Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
13.8 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (198 reviews)
"Wonderful breakfast and stay with very friendly host - much needed after a long walk. Thank you - definitely coming back."
United Kingdom
Rosalind
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Tufton Arms Hotel
A large, historic building with multiple wings and a central courtyard.

16. Appleby Castle

Appleby Castle
3.5 star property
13.5 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
7.8 out of 10, Good, (162 reviews)
"I have visited over 170 countries. This castle is in my top two or three most wonderful places I have ever visited. The castle is amazing but the main reason i loved this place so much is because the staff were beyond perfect. They made our stay something I will never forget. The food and wine could not have been more amazing. The live piano played at dinner was priceless. I will fondly remember this place for the rest of my life."
United Kingdom
Daniel
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Appleby Castle
A cozy living room with a fireplace, green sofas, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

17. Redstones Hotel

Redstones Hotel
3.0 star property
18.3 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Really nice place. Will definitely book again if we're around the area."
United Kingdom
Jell Irish
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Redstones Hotel
A room with wooden shelves displaying various ceramic items, a wooden bench, and a table with papers.

18. Kirkby Stephen Hostel

Kirkby Stephen Hostel
2.0 star property
5 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Cool place! Perfectly fine for a hostel. Well equipped kitchen. Nice people!"
United States
Daun
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Kirkby Stephen Hostel
A stone cottage with a white door and a sign reading "Clover Cottage."

19. Clover Cottage

Clover Cottage
3.5 star property
7.9 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Great property for 8 guests"
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is €799
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Clover Cottage
A stone house with a round wooden table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden fence.

20. Bakers Cottage

Bakers Cottage
3.0 star property
20.5 km from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Comfortable and well equipped cottage "
United Kingdom
Colette
The price is €421
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Bakers Cottage
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve?

Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve is located in Kirkby Stephen. Travellers like this welcoming area for its bars. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve?

The King's Head is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve.