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The Black Swan

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Bar (on property)
Lobby
Egyptian cotton sheets, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, England, CA17 4NG
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverside Public Golf Course
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Ground Floor Annex

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room with Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double Annex Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Kirkby Stephen

The Black Swan places you steps from Eden Valley and within a 10-minute stroll of Riverside Public Golf Course. Highlights at this inn include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, The Black Swan, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the inn's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class Kirkby Stephen inn, you'll be 6.4 km (4 mi) from Yorkshire Dales National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Riverside Public Golf Course - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ullswater - 39 min drive - 60.9 km
  • Lake Windermere - 43 min drive - 53.8 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 44 min drive - 55.5 km

Getting around

  • Kirkby Stephen Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pennine Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The La'l Nook - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The King's Head - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bay Horse Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Nateby Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Black Swan

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Black Swan. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Kirkby Stephen inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Black Swan offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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The King's Head
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  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 28 reviews
The price is NZ$459
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Black Swan

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of GBP 10
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay plus a one-off GBP 10 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Black Swan Hotel Kirkby Stephen
Black Swan Kirkby Stephen
Black Swan Inn Kirkby Stephen
The Black Swan Inn
The Black Swan Kirkby Stephen
The Black Swan Inn Kirkby Stephen

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Black Swan?

The Black Swan offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Black Swan?

Yep, The Black Swan has a free self car park.

Does The Black Swan serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Black Swan?

No, The Black Swan does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Black Swan?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Black Swan?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Black Swan?

There isn't one on site, but Riverside Public Golf Course is a short 5-minute walk away.

The Black Swan Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This gorgeous hotel in a beautiful part of the country. The staff were amazing and could not have been more helpful or friendly. Food was outstanding and the rooms were very comfortable. There are no negatives this property we will definately be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 'traditional' style and the querkyness of the place The Black Sheep was absolutely excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They changed our room on arrival since we have difficulty using stairs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the rooms in the annexe. Nice touch was bottled water and mints in a jar. Nice comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

2 night stay.

Excellent restaurant. Room small but pleasant, but let down by a tatty, pokey bathroom. Only a bath because shower attachment did not work. Issues also with heating; could not turn the radiator off. Staff personable and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. The service was amazing bit personal. The food was incredible and the bed was HUGE!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful polite,helpful and jovial staff. Food was excellent too
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

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

Tranquility on the way North

This is a real find. Superb food, friendly and helpful staff. Great location. We would stay again, but we had the least good room, no 8, (no shower, and the over bath spray was broken). Our bed was very comfortable and the linen excellent. What a place to break your journey north, or have a foodie DBB. It’s under 10 miles from the motorway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

mary

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

Black Swan Ravenstonedale.

We had an excellent stay, the food and beers are of a high quality. The hotel is an old building which has been carefully restored/renovated. The bed was comfortable and the room was furnished with old styled quality furnishings. The area is very quiet Car park behind the hotel. Due to BT not rolling out super fast broadband to all premises in Ravenstonedale, The Black Swan has limited Broadband but enough to keep in touch. We will be staying at the Balck Swan again many times as it is a good stop off while travelling North and South on the M6.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay at the Black Swan all of the hotel staff very friendly and helpful. The food was exceptional. We ate dinner there in the evening and the breakfast had a lot of choice and were delicious. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rae

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

Comfortable Rural Stopover

Just a quick stopover. Friendly and comfortable with cosy feel to the bar area. Decor in room a bit TOWIE and at odds with the rural feel of the country pub and certainly not to my taste but room clean, comfortable ,and functional. V good quality food. 4 real ales on tap but all a bit similar
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Relaxation

Great place to relax. Food terrific. Staff awesome. Location magnificent.
Verified

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay while visiting family on holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
all excellent except shower (no thermostat)
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unfortunately it never stopped raining during the two days we stayed there. However my wife and I enjoyed our stay. The staff are very friendly and have been there a number of years. Always a good sign. A good choice of cask conditioned beers. Above average food.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Lovely place with great service

A great stay, with excellent food drink and service.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

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

Country Inn is a home from home

Great hospitality, lovely food, comfortable room and friendly helpful staff all added up to a delightful stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob

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

Epitamy of Country Village hotels

Parked in or adjacent to car park but finding hotel reception was difficult. 3 or 4 entrances, all but one of which means carrying O/N bag through busy bars. Reception OK, shown to room, expected to be single but had double bed, a little tight. Food excellent but there is a need to book in advance if restaurant food required although as a lone traveller a space was found for me in the bar, plus good draught real ales. Room had outside street light on until very late and thin curtains. Bedside lights could not be turned off when in bed. Bed nice and comfortable. Towels excellent size and soft! Shower worked OK but could not use due to base of bath being like glass and dangerously slippy when wet, needs a bath mat. Does not mention the room has a 'Saniflow' drainage system that jumps into life occasionally without water usage. Limited residents car parking, 12 spaces for all then it is out on the country road. Generally an hotel worth another visit with a different room and experience behind me. The publicity photo shows a grass garden etc. it is across the main village road from the hotel.
Verified

8/10 Good

Leanne

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

Great overnight stay on way up to Scotland

We spent one night here as a stopover on the way up to Scotland. Food at the hotel was delicious, however portions are a little on the small side for some of the dishes so either order an extra side or plan a 3-course feast there. We had room 12 which was lovely and homely. Lots of nice little touches throughout hotel like complimentary mints and sweets in jars. We'd stay again if we were in the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete

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

Perfect hotels don't exi....

I loved this hotel! So nice, right in the middle of a tiny village. It was perfect. Room was excellent, food was fantastic, staff were very friendly, locals were really good to chat to. The only thing that went against it (and it didn't stay a bad point for long) was the lack of signal. The only mobile provider around here is EE and even that is flaky. WiFi wasn't great either. Then I thought about how I'd disconnected and realised it didn't even matter. Felt even more relaxed!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

A refreshing break.

We had a wonderful 2 nights with great food in the evenings and first class breakfast each morning. It was perfectly situated for envigorating walks despite the wild weather.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Great weekend

Great staff, great food, lovely relaxing stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Len

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

Location and facilities Fantastic

Overall the Hotel was Excellent, Food and Staff Superb, and the Location of the Hotel was a plus being close to walks and sites to be visited If you are not on EE or ORANGE, then at present you do not have a phone connection. The Internet was fine downstairs but not good in bedrooms, however, no phones or internet - A BONUS..... This is throughout the village and not just the Hotel - sadly, soon it will be all upgraded, just waiting on permissions
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

BLACK SWAN HOTEL

A beautiful Hotel in a lovely village in Cumbria I would recommend this hotel.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C A

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

Fabulous mini break

We had a very warm welcome from staff who showed us to a wonderful room, with its own external door, so we could take our dogs out without disturbing the other guests. The dogs were welcome in the bar and spoiled by friendly staff and residents. The menu had a good selection of traditional and al a carte choices,with half portions available for the smaller eater. There was plenty of scope for special diets and personal preferences. Breakfast had plenty of choice and flexibility, the full breakfast was delicious and set us up for a days walking. Staff where very friendly and helpful without being intrusive, and had a good knowledge of the local area. Great area for walking from The Black Swan for all levels.