Tufton Arms Hotel
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a reception hall.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a reception hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
For lunch or dinner, stop by The Conservatory, a restaurant that specializes in international cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and both irons/ironing boards and cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are available on request.
Location
With a stay at Tufton Arms Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Appleby-in-Westmorland, within a 5-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Eden Valley. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Courtyard Gallery and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Appleby Castle.
What's nearby
Eden Valley(0.1 miles)
Courtyard Gallery(0.1 miles)
Appleby Leisure Centre(0.3 miles)
Appleby Castle(0.3 miles)
Appleby Golf Club(2.6 miles)
Yorkshire Dales National Park(3.2 miles)
Rutter Force(3.4 miles)
Eden Valley Railway(5.6 miles)
Kennedys Fine Chocolates(8 miles)
Acorn Bank(8.1 miles)
Brough Castle(8.6 miles)
North Pennines(8.8 miles)
Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve(9.6 miles)
Whinfell Forest(10 miles)
Orton Community Park(10.1 miles)
Carlisle (CAX)(42.5 miles)
Manchester Airport (MAN)(113.6 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Safe-Deposit Box
Meeting Rooms
Parking (Self) (free)
Laundry Facilities
Reception Hall
Location
Market Square, Appleby-in-Westmorland, England, United Kingdom
Eden Valley (0.1 miles)
Courtyard Gallery (0.1 miles)
Appleby Leisure Centre (0.3 miles)
Appleby Castle (0.3 miles)
Appleby Golf Club (2.6 miles)
Yorkshire Dales National Park (3.2 miles)
Room options
4
Superior Double Or Twin Room
1 King Bed
and 2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
269 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
6
Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Courtyard View
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 4
Separate Dining AreaWi-Fi (Free)KitchenSeparate Living Room
4
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
1 King Bed
and 1 Full Bed
Sleeps 6
Wi-Fi (Free)Sofa BedPrivate Bathroom
2
Single Room
1 Twin Bed
172 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
4
Luxury Double Or Twin Room
1 King Bed
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
224 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
6
Standard Double Room
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
180 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
6
Suite
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
205 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
Guest reviews of Tufton Arms Hotel
8.3
Very good
Based on 325 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
27%
Couple
55%
Family
16%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Tufton Arms Hotel, reviews highlight a central Appleby location, enjoyable dining with a notable wine selection, and a contrast between spacious, well-equipped mews apartments and some dated, worn rooms in the main building.
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Rooms
Service
Location
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At Tufton Arms Hotel, reviews highlight a central Appleby location, enjoyable dining with a notable wine selection, and a contrast between spacious, well-equipped mews apartments and some dated, worn rooms in the main building.
Staff are widely described as warm, welcoming, and helpful, though a few guests faced slow service or difficulty finding staff at times. Cleanliness is generally good—especially in apartments—but several reviews report maintenance issues and occasional lapses, including unclean bathrooms, noise or heat in some rooms, and uncomfortable sofa beds. With convenient parking by the apartments, it suits travellers who value character and good food over uniform modernity.
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Facilities
Bar and wine offering receive frequent praise, including selection via the adjacent wine shop with corkage. Parking by the mews apartments is convenient and close to the doors.
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Jolene
Apr 9, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were amazing, bar was lovely! We will deffo go back!! The only down side was the beds were not comfy but I do suffer with back problems so probably not entirely the hotels fault! Up grades the beds and sofa beds and it will be perfect!
Staff were amazing, bar was lovely! We will deffo go back!! The only down side was the beds were not comfy but I do suffer with back problems so probably not entirely the hotels fault! Up grades the beds and sofa beds and it will be perfect!
8
Mark
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Upgraded without having to ask for it, a nice touch, into a lovely suite. Food was excellent and wine choice via the shop / corkage was exceptional.
Upgraded without having to ask for it, a nice touch, into a lovely suite. Food was excellent and wine choice via the shop / corkage was exceptional.
10
Shanda
May 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stay in one of the self catering apartments. It was perfect! Spacious, clean and parking just outside the door! Very convenient for a walking tour of this beautiful town! And the staff were wonderful as well. Highly recommend a stay here!
We stay in one of the self catering apartments. It was perfect! Spacious, clean and parking just outside the door! Very convenient for a walking tour of this beautiful town! And the staff were wonderful as well. Highly recommend a stay here!
8
Thomas
Mar 6, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice sized kitchen/lounge/dining area with all you'd need for a short stay. Bedroom was fine. Shower was a 'wet room' type, walk in shower. There's a convenience store virtually next door if you need food, drinks etc. Clean and comfortable, good value with car parking right outside the property
Nice sized kitchen/lounge/dining area with all you'd need for a short stay. Bedroom was fine. Shower was a 'wet room' type, walk in shower. There's a convenience store virtually next door if you need food, drinks etc. Clean and comfortable, good value with car parking right outside the property
6
Liz
Feb 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Positives: Staff extremely friendly, approachable and helpful. Food in restaurant excellent. Comfortable bed and property well-heated. Parking right outside apartment. Negatives: Needs decorative refreshing, especially in the bathroom and a more comfortable sofa in the lounge are.
Positives: Staff extremely friendly, approachable and helpful. Food in restaurant excellent. Comfortable bed and property well-heated. Parking right outside apartment. Negatives: Needs decorative refreshing, especially in the bathroom and a more comfortable sofa in the lounge are.
8
Peter
Dec 15, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Upgraded from single to nice double as hotel was quiet. Very nicely redecorated bar with focus on fine wine. Good ale and tasty evening meal, attentive staff.
Upgraded from single to nice double as hotel was quiet. Very nicely redecorated bar with focus on fine wine. Good ale and tasty evening meal, attentive staff.
10
Helen
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very nice hotel , good rooms and superb food and wines. Dover Sole for dinner was magnificent. Wines chosen from their adjacent wine shop ( corkage £10 per bottle ) were exceptional and good prices for Bin ends. Staff were very helpful , polite and very efficient.
A very nice hotel , good rooms and superb food and wines. Dover Sole for dinner was magnificent. Wines chosen from their adjacent wine shop ( corkage £10 per bottle ) were exceptional and good prices for Bin ends. Staff were very helpful , polite and very efficient.
8
Jackie
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed 1night was made very welcome lovely location in market square Food really nice and restaurant food fantastic good selection of wines Shop in hotel amazing Room clean and spacious tea / coffee available Only negative 2 toilet brushes in toilet but both broken however I forgot to mention on leaving but bed so comfy feather pillows and Milton brown toiletries a bonus
Stayed 1night was made very welcome lovely location in market square Food really nice and restaurant food fantastic good selection of wines Shop in hotel amazing Room clean and spacious tea / coffee available Only negative 2 toilet brushes in toilet but both broken however I forgot to mention on leaving but bed so comfy feather pillows and Milton brown toiletries a bonus
8
Peter
Aug 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Generally very good. Welcoming staff, particularly nice bar and bar food, good breakfast. Room 5 a little tired, especially carpet, carpet seams and wonky floor under. Appleby lovely.
Generally very good. Welcoming staff, particularly nice bar and bar food, good breakfast. Room 5 a little tired, especially carpet, carpet seams and wonky floor under. Appleby lovely.
10
michael
Jul 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great access and parking for the nice apartment
Great access and parking for the nice apartment
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms and especially mews apartments clean, but several reported issues such as dirty bathrooms or fixtures and a generally tired feel in some areas.
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Shanda
May 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stay in one of the self catering apartments. It was perfect! Spacious, clean and parking just outside the door! Very convenient for a walking tour of this beautiful town! And the staff were wonderful as well. Highly recommend a stay here!
We stay in one of the self catering apartments. It was perfect! Spacious, clean and parking just outside the door! Very convenient for a walking tour of this beautiful town! And the staff were wonderful as well. Highly recommend a stay here!
10
Hywel
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Booked last minute due to needing to travel back from a holiday early. Arrived late at night with 2 tired children, apartment clean, lights on and welcoming.
Booked last minute due to needing to travel back from a holiday early. Arrived late at night with 2 tired children, apartment clean, lights on and welcoming.
8
Thomas
Mar 6, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice sized kitchen/lounge/dining area with all you'd need for a short stay. Bedroom was fine. Shower was a 'wet room' type, walk in shower. There's a convenience store virtually next door if you need food, drinks etc. Clean and comfortable, good value with car parking right outside the property
Nice sized kitchen/lounge/dining area with all you'd need for a short stay. Bedroom was fine. Shower was a 'wet room' type, walk in shower. There's a convenience store virtually next door if you need food, drinks etc. Clean and comfortable, good value with car parking right outside the property
10
Joshua
Sep 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect accommodation with baby. Own entrance, very private, clean & friendly.
Perfect accommodation with baby. Own entrance, very private, clean & friendly.
10
Danica
Apr 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Spacious, clean and gorgeous location
Spacious, clean and gorgeous location
2
Owen
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were grimy, one of the toilets hadn't been flushed, one sink had water marks in it, and a rug was really dirty and heavily marked. The sofa bed hadn't been made, or anything left out for us to make it despite a booking for 3 in one room. We decided not to stay and just left. Not recommended!
The rooms were grimy, one of the toilets hadn't been flushed, one sink had water marks in it, and a rug was really dirty and heavily marked. The sofa bed hadn't been made, or anything left out for us to make it despite a booking for 3 in one room. We decided not to stay and just left. Not recommended!
4
Martin
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It’s an old property, I expected it to be quirky and dated. But there’s no excuse for no hot water at all in the room for all night and next morning. Or human waste residue in the toilet of your room and the bathroom mirror dirty. Makes you think: What confidence do I have that the rest of the room has been properly cleaned? Be aware there’s no lift and staff don’t offer to carry your bags upstairs. If you’re old or disabled, think twice. The redeeming features are the breakfast area: Fresh and nice and lovely staff. And the location - RIGHT in the heart of Appleby.
It’s an old property, I expected it to be quirky and dated. But there’s no excuse for no hot water at all in the room for all night and next morning. Or human waste residue in the toilet of your room and the bathroom mirror dirty. Makes you think: What confidence do I have that the rest of the room has been properly cleaned? Be aware there’s no lift and staff don’t offer to carry your bags upstairs. If you’re old or disabled, think twice. The redeeming features are the breakfast area: Fresh and nice and lovely staff. And the location - RIGHT in the heart of Appleby.
8
Jackie
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed 1night was made very welcome lovely location in market square Food really nice and restaurant food fantastic good selection of wines Shop in hotel amazing Room clean and spacious tea / coffee available Only negative 2 toilet brushes in toilet but both broken however I forgot to mention on leaving but bed so comfy feather pillows and Milton brown toiletries a bonus
Stayed 1night was made very welcome lovely location in market square Food really nice and restaurant food fantastic good selection of wines Shop in hotel amazing Room clean and spacious tea / coffee available Only negative 2 toilet brushes in toilet but both broken however I forgot to mention on leaving but bed so comfy feather pillows and Milton brown toiletries a bonus
4
Jessica
May 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unfortunately the room was extremely run down which gave it a unclean feel. Mouldy skirting boards, needed painting, worn carpets and the bathroom very old and shabby. Certainly needs modernising. Did not use the shower due to feeling unclean and grubby. Also when we went to check in there was nobody on reception. We tapped the bell 3 times and eventually had to go find someone from the cafe. Just relieved that we only needed to stay one night and we intentionally stayed away from the room as much as possible.
Unfortunately the room was extremely run down which gave it a unclean feel. Mouldy skirting boards, needed painting, worn carpets and the bathroom very old and shabby. Certainly needs modernising. Did not use the shower due to feeling unclean and grubby. Also when we went to check in there was nobody on reception. We tapped the bell 3 times and eventually had to go find someone from the cafe. Just relieved that we only needed to stay one night and we intentionally stayed away from the room as much as possible.
10
Nigel
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My stay was very pleasurable, nice clean room and bathroom. A large comfortable bed, and a good nights uninterrupted sleep. Great service and large portioned breakfast. I would certainly recommend a visit.
My stay was very pleasurable, nice clean room and bathroom. A large comfortable bed, and a good nights uninterrupted sleep. Great service and large portioned breakfast. I would certainly recommend a visit.
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Rooms
Mews apartments are described as spacious, comfortable, and well equipped, while several reviews say some hotel rooms are dated or worn, with occasional noise, heat, or bed and sofa bed discomfort.
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Jill
Aug 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It certainly wasnt luxury. Though clean the rooms was very dated and dark on 2nd floor. Staircase desperately needed renovation. However bed was comfortable and breakful delightful.
It certainly wasnt luxury. Though clean the rooms was very dated and dark on 2nd floor. Staircase desperately needed renovation. However bed was comfortable and breakful delightful.
10
Shanda
May 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stay in one of the self catering apartments. It was perfect! Spacious, clean and parking just outside the door! Very convenient for a walking tour of this beautiful town! And the staff were wonderful as well. Highly recommend a stay here!
We stay in one of the self catering apartments. It was perfect! Spacious, clean and parking just outside the door! Very convenient for a walking tour of this beautiful town! And the staff were wonderful as well. Highly recommend a stay here!
8
Thomas
Mar 6, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice sized kitchen/lounge/dining area with all you'd need for a short stay. Bedroom was fine. Shower was a 'wet room' type, walk in shower. There's a convenience store virtually next door if you need food, drinks etc. Clean and comfortable, good value with car parking right outside the property
Nice sized kitchen/lounge/dining area with all you'd need for a short stay. Bedroom was fine. Shower was a 'wet room' type, walk in shower. There's a convenience store virtually next door if you need food, drinks etc. Clean and comfortable, good value with car parking right outside the property
10
James
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A very comfortable, well equipped apartment in the middle of Appleby in Westmorland. Very reasonably priced.
A very comfortable, well equipped apartment in the middle of Appleby in Westmorland. Very reasonably priced.
10
Rosie
May 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very well equipped, comfortable apartment in a pretty mews behind the main hotel. Great location with lovely walks around Appleby from the doorstep.
Very well equipped, comfortable apartment in a pretty mews behind the main hotel. Great location with lovely walks around Appleby from the doorstep.
4
debbie
Apr 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We thought it didn't look like the photos Not for 4 people at all The pull out sofa bed was terribly Very uncomfortable Food in the hotel was not that good not Very quick and very expensive Could not find staff when we wanted them Had a long wait for food and drinks Its verey noisy in the court yard And its not a court yard Its a short cut down the back The first aid box was 4 years out of date when i needed it Don't think i would go back for the money we paid not good at all The hotel bar next door was much better Food was much better and more Friendly
We thought it didn't look like the photos Not for 4 people at all The pull out sofa bed was terribly Very uncomfortable Food in the hotel was not that good not Very quick and very expensive Could not find staff when we wanted them Had a long wait for food and drinks Its verey noisy in the court yard And its not a court yard Its a short cut down the back The first aid box was 4 years out of date when i needed it Don't think i would go back for the money we paid not good at all The hotel bar next door was much better Food was much better and more Friendly
6
Derek
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Tired and slightly odd private hotel situated in the Main Street Appleby. Have stayed in this hotel many years ago and at that time regularly for work. Now quite tired, worn and dated. Information is scarce and wasn't clear about the food situation on check in or from materials in the room (no details of breakfast times etc). Everything worked fine but past its best (bed and furnishings). Room very warm and if you opened sash window to cool could be noisy. Breakfast decent when time allowed. Depends what you are looking for as price was in relation to what was received.
Tired and slightly odd private hotel situated in the Main Street Appleby. Have stayed in this hotel many years ago and at that time regularly for work. Now quite tired, worn and dated. Information is scarce and wasn't clear about the food situation on check in or from materials in the room (no details of breakfast times etc). Everything worked fine but past its best (bed and furnishings). Room very warm and if you opened sash window to cool could be noisy. Breakfast decent when time allowed. Depends what you are looking for as price was in relation to what was received.
6
Martin
Jun 26, 2023
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Property needs investment badly to refresh a somewhat tired establishment. Rooms were ridiculously hot with the weather and no air con. Windows either didn’t open at all, or sashes wouldn’t stay open. Beds were soggy and towels were see-through. In fairness, the bathroom (apart from the translucent towels) was decent and the breakfast, breakfast area and breakfast staff were all great. It’s in a perfect location. It wasn’t expensive, and it was fine for one night. so I guess you get what you pay for.
Property needs investment badly to refresh a somewhat tired establishment. Rooms were ridiculously hot with the weather and no air con. Windows either didn’t open at all, or sashes wouldn’t stay open. Beds were soggy and towels were see-through. In fairness, the bathroom (apart from the translucent towels) was decent and the breakfast, breakfast area and breakfast staff were all great. It’s in a perfect location. It wasn’t expensive, and it was fine for one night. so I guess you get what you pay for.
10
Cheryl
Apr 19, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed in apartment 21, one bedroom for two nights. Arrived an hour early and was showed to our apartment straight away. Everything was great about our stay and would definitely return.
Stayed in apartment 21, one bedroom for two nights. Arrived an hour early and was showed to our apartment straight away. Everything was great about our stay and would definitely return.
4
Jessica
May 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unfortunately the room was extremely run down which gave it a unclean feel. Mouldy skirting boards, needed painting, worn carpets and the bathroom very old and shabby. Certainly needs modernising. Did not use the shower due to feeling unclean and grubby. Also when we went to check in there was nobody on reception. We tapped the bell 3 times and eventually had to go find someone from the cafe. Just relieved that we only needed to stay one night and we intentionally stayed away from the room as much as possible.
Unfortunately the room was extremely run down which gave it a unclean feel. Mouldy skirting boards, needed painting, worn carpets and the bathroom very old and shabby. Certainly needs modernising. Did not use the shower due to feeling unclean and grubby. Also when we went to check in there was nobody on reception. We tapped the bell 3 times and eventually had to go find someone from the cafe. Just relieved that we only needed to stay one night and we intentionally stayed away from the room as much as possible.
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Service
Service is widely described as warm, welcoming, and helpful, with staff often going above and beyond; a few guests reported slow service, difficulty finding staff, or unclear information.
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Jennifer
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
They hosted a function which we attended, The staff were very friendly and helpful, the self catering room was lovely and well equipped and suited myself with mobility needs, as it was on the ground floor and had it's on entrance with only a couple of stairs, once inside the room it was all on one level, We also dinned in the hotel and the food was lovely.
They hosted a function which we attended, The staff were very friendly and helpful, the self catering room was lovely and well equipped and suited myself with mobility needs, as it was on the ground floor and had it's on entrance with only a couple of stairs, once inside the room it was all on one level, We also dinned in the hotel and the food was lovely.
10
David
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nigel and staff made us feel very welcome.
Nigel and staff made us feel very welcome.
4
debbie
Apr 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We thought it didn't look like the photos Not for 4 people at all The pull out sofa bed was terribly Very uncomfortable Food in the hotel was not that good not Very quick and very expensive Could not find staff when we wanted them Had a long wait for food and drinks Its verey noisy in the court yard And its not a court yard Its a short cut down the back The first aid box was 4 years out of date when i needed it Don't think i would go back for the money we paid not good at all The hotel bar next door was much better Food was much better and more Friendly
We thought it didn't look like the photos Not for 4 people at all The pull out sofa bed was terribly Very uncomfortable Food in the hotel was not that good not Very quick and very expensive Could not find staff when we wanted them Had a long wait for food and drinks Its verey noisy in the court yard And its not a court yard Its a short cut down the back The first aid box was 4 years out of date when i needed it Don't think i would go back for the money we paid not good at all The hotel bar next door was much better Food was much better and more Friendly
6
Derek
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Tired and slightly odd private hotel situated in the Main Street Appleby. Have stayed in this hotel many years ago and at that time regularly for work. Now quite tired, worn and dated. Information is scarce and wasn't clear about the food situation on check in or from materials in the room (no details of breakfast times etc). Everything worked fine but past its best (bed and furnishings). Room very warm and if you opened sash window to cool could be noisy. Breakfast decent when time allowed. Depends what you are looking for as price was in relation to what was received.
Tired and slightly odd private hotel situated in the Main Street Appleby. Have stayed in this hotel many years ago and at that time regularly for work. Now quite tired, worn and dated. Information is scarce and wasn't clear about the food situation on check in or from materials in the room (no details of breakfast times etc). Everything worked fine but past its best (bed and furnishings). Room very warm and if you opened sash window to cool could be noisy. Breakfast decent when time allowed. Depends what you are looking for as price was in relation to what was received.
10
Helen
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very nice hotel , good rooms and superb food and wines. Dover Sole for dinner was magnificent. Wines chosen from their adjacent wine shop ( corkage £10 per bottle ) were exceptional and good prices for Bin ends. Staff were very helpful , polite and very efficient.
A very nice hotel , good rooms and superb food and wines. Dover Sole for dinner was magnificent. Wines chosen from their adjacent wine shop ( corkage £10 per bottle ) were exceptional and good prices for Bin ends. Staff were very helpful , polite and very efficient.
4
Jessica
May 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unfortunately the room was extremely run down which gave it a unclean feel. Mouldy skirting boards, needed painting, worn carpets and the bathroom very old and shabby. Certainly needs modernising. Did not use the shower due to feeling unclean and grubby. Also when we went to check in there was nobody on reception. We tapped the bell 3 times and eventually had to go find someone from the cafe. Just relieved that we only needed to stay one night and we intentionally stayed away from the room as much as possible.
Unfortunately the room was extremely run down which gave it a unclean feel. Mouldy skirting boards, needed painting, worn carpets and the bathroom very old and shabby. Certainly needs modernising. Did not use the shower due to feeling unclean and grubby. Also when we went to check in there was nobody on reception. We tapped the bell 3 times and eventually had to go find someone from the cafe. Just relieved that we only needed to stay one night and we intentionally stayed away from the room as much as possible.
10
Nigel
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My stay was very pleasurable, nice clean room and bathroom. A large comfortable bed, and a good nights uninterrupted sleep. Great service and large portioned breakfast. I would certainly recommend a visit.
My stay was very pleasurable, nice clean room and bathroom. A large comfortable bed, and a good nights uninterrupted sleep. Great service and large portioned breakfast. I would certainly recommend a visit.
10
Carolyn
Sep 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Welcoming staff, helped me with my bag. Delicious dinner. Nice relaxing place to stop after a long drive
Welcoming staff, helped me with my bag. Delicious dinner. Nice relaxing place to stop after a long drive
10
Karl
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room upgraded for free Staff go above and beyond Will stay again
Great room upgraded for free Staff go above and beyond Will stay again
10
Colin
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lad on reception stayed on until 9:45 when I eventually trapped in from hiking. Above and beyond IMO 👌
Lad on reception stayed on until 9:45 when I eventually trapped in from hiking. Above and beyond IMO 👌
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Location
Central Appleby location is repeatedly praised, close to the market square and convenient for local walks and exploring the town.
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Jason
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice place in centre of appleby, comfy bed, quiet room.
Nice place in centre of appleby, comfy bed, quiet room.
8
Chris
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good spot , would return here. Plus amazing Indian a few yards away.
Good spot , would return here. Plus amazing Indian a few yards away.
10
James
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A very comfortable, well equipped apartment in the middle of Appleby in Westmorland. Very reasonably priced.
A very comfortable, well equipped apartment in the middle of Appleby in Westmorland. Very reasonably priced.
10
Rosie
May 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very well equipped, comfortable apartment in a pretty mews behind the main hotel. Great location with lovely walks around Appleby from the doorstep.
Very well equipped, comfortable apartment in a pretty mews behind the main hotel. Great location with lovely walks around Appleby from the doorstep.
6
Derek
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Tired and slightly odd private hotel situated in the Main Street Appleby. Have stayed in this hotel many years ago and at that time regularly for work. Now quite tired, worn and dated. Information is scarce and wasn't clear about the food situation on check in or from materials in the room (no details of breakfast times etc). Everything worked fine but past its best (bed and furnishings). Room very warm and if you opened sash window to cool could be noisy. Breakfast decent when time allowed. Depends what you are looking for as price was in relation to what was received.
Tired and slightly odd private hotel situated in the Main Street Appleby. Have stayed in this hotel many years ago and at that time regularly for work. Now quite tired, worn and dated. Information is scarce and wasn't clear about the food situation on check in or from materials in the room (no details of breakfast times etc). Everything worked fine but past its best (bed and furnishings). Room very warm and if you opened sash window to cool could be noisy. Breakfast decent when time allowed. Depends what you are looking for as price was in relation to what was received.
10
Danica
Apr 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Spacious, clean and gorgeous location
Spacious, clean and gorgeous location
4
Martin
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It’s an old property, I expected it to be quirky and dated. But there’s no excuse for no hot water at all in the room for all night and next morning. Or human waste residue in the toilet of your room and the bathroom mirror dirty. Makes you think: What confidence do I have that the rest of the room has been properly cleaned? Be aware there’s no lift and staff don’t offer to carry your bags upstairs. If you’re old or disabled, think twice. The redeeming features are the breakfast area: Fresh and nice and lovely staff. And the location - RIGHT in the heart of Appleby.
It’s an old property, I expected it to be quirky and dated. But there’s no excuse for no hot water at all in the room for all night and next morning. Or human waste residue in the toilet of your room and the bathroom mirror dirty. Makes you think: What confidence do I have that the rest of the room has been properly cleaned? Be aware there’s no lift and staff don’t offer to carry your bags upstairs. If you’re old or disabled, think twice. The redeeming features are the breakfast area: Fresh and nice and lovely staff. And the location - RIGHT in the heart of Appleby.
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Jackie
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed 1night was made very welcome lovely location in market square Food really nice and restaurant food fantastic good selection of wines Shop in hotel amazing Room clean and spacious tea / coffee available Only negative 2 toilet brushes in toilet but both broken however I forgot to mention on leaving but bed so comfy feather pillows and Milton brown toiletries a bonus
Stayed 1night was made very welcome lovely location in market square Food really nice and restaurant food fantastic good selection of wines Shop in hotel amazing Room clean and spacious tea / coffee available Only negative 2 toilet brushes in toilet but both broken however I forgot to mention on leaving but bed so comfy feather pillows and Milton brown toiletries a bonus
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Andrew
May 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great to come back to this gem of a hotel in beautiful Cumbria
Great to come back to this gem of a hotel in beautiful Cumbria
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Alexandra
Oct 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Central location. Furnishings in bedroom were a little tired
Central location. Furnishings in bedroom were a little tired
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Dining
Breakfast, dinners, and bar food are frequently rated very good to excellent, with a notable wine selection via the adjacent shop and corkage; a few guests found food slow or underwhelming.
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Mark
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Upgraded without having to ask for it, a nice touch, into a lovely suite. Food was excellent and wine choice via the shop / corkage was exceptional.
Upgraded without having to ask for it, a nice touch, into a lovely suite. Food was excellent and wine choice via the shop / corkage was exceptional.
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william
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a friendly somewhat quirky hotel situated in the centre of Appleby. The breakfasts and dinners were impressive.
This is a friendly somewhat quirky hotel situated in the centre of Appleby. The breakfasts and dinners were impressive.
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Andrew
Nov 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good room with excellent breakfast 5*
Good room with excellent breakfast 5*
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debbie
Apr 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We thought it didn't look like the photos Not for 4 people at all The pull out sofa bed was terribly Very uncomfortable Food in the hotel was not that good not Very quick and very expensive Could not find staff when we wanted them Had a long wait for food and drinks Its verey noisy in the court yard And its not a court yard Its a short cut down the back The first aid box was 4 years out of date when i needed it Don't think i would go back for the money we paid not good at all The hotel bar next door was much better Food was much better and more Friendly
We thought it didn't look like the photos Not for 4 people at all The pull out sofa bed was terribly Very uncomfortable Food in the hotel was not that good not Very quick and very expensive Could not find staff when we wanted them Had a long wait for food and drinks Its verey noisy in the court yard And its not a court yard Its a short cut down the back The first aid box was 4 years out of date when i needed it Don't think i would go back for the money we paid not good at all The hotel bar next door was much better Food was much better and more Friendly
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Peter
Dec 15, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Upgraded from single to nice double as hotel was quiet. Very nicely redecorated bar with focus on fine wine. Good ale and tasty evening meal, attentive staff.
Upgraded from single to nice double as hotel was quiet. Very nicely redecorated bar with focus on fine wine. Good ale and tasty evening meal, attentive staff.
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Helen
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very nice hotel , good rooms and superb food and wines. Dover Sole for dinner was magnificent. Wines chosen from their adjacent wine shop ( corkage £10 per bottle ) were exceptional and good prices for Bin ends. Staff were very helpful , polite and very efficient.
A very nice hotel , good rooms and superb food and wines. Dover Sole for dinner was magnificent. Wines chosen from their adjacent wine shop ( corkage £10 per bottle ) were exceptional and good prices for Bin ends. Staff were very helpful , polite and very efficient.
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Jackie
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed 1night was made very welcome lovely location in market square Food really nice and restaurant food fantastic good selection of wines Shop in hotel amazing Room clean and spacious tea / coffee available Only negative 2 toilet brushes in toilet but both broken however I forgot to mention on leaving but bed so comfy feather pillows and Milton brown toiletries a bonus
Stayed 1night was made very welcome lovely location in market square Food really nice and restaurant food fantastic good selection of wines Shop in hotel amazing Room clean and spacious tea / coffee available Only negative 2 toilet brushes in toilet but both broken however I forgot to mention on leaving but bed so comfy feather pillows and Milton brown toiletries a bonus
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Nigel
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My stay was very pleasurable, nice clean room and bathroom. A large comfortable bed, and a good nights uninterrupted sleep. Great service and large portioned breakfast. I would certainly recommend a visit.
My stay was very pleasurable, nice clean room and bathroom. A large comfortable bed, and a good nights uninterrupted sleep. Great service and large portioned breakfast. I would certainly recommend a visit.
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Carolyn
Sep 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Welcoming staff, helped me with my bag. Delicious dinner. Nice relaxing place to stop after a long drive
Welcoming staff, helped me with my bag. Delicious dinner. Nice relaxing place to stop after a long drive
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Peter
Aug 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Generally very good. Welcoming staff, particularly nice bar and bar food, good breakfast. Room 5 a little tired, especially carpet, carpet seams and wonky floor under. Appleby lovely.
Generally very good. Welcoming staff, particularly nice bar and bar food, good breakfast. Room 5 a little tired, especially carpet, carpet seams and wonky floor under. Appleby lovely.
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donald
Aug 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
parking is a problem the hotel rooms need a upgrade
parking is a problem the hotel rooms need a upgrade
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Martin
Jul 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Location amazing. Can park right outside. Breakfast very good indeed. But it’s tired and a bit Fawlty Towers.
Location amazing. Can park right outside. Breakfast very good indeed. But it’s tired and a bit Fawlty Towers.
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Bridget
Jun 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay .not modern but traditional and clean .staff was very helpful and pleasant and breakfast was delicious…would definitely recommend
Lovely stay .not modern but traditional and clean .staff was very helpful and pleasant and breakfast was delicious…would definitely recommend
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Stephanie
May 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was lovely but side lamps d
Room was lovely but side lamps d
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Leigh
May 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The property is obviously old. But the room was well kept, clean ans everything worked. TV was small but we never turned it on. Breakfast was through the shop, which I never knew was there. But cooked to order, fast and tasty. Staff were friendly and helpful Stairs were creeky but its obviously an old hotel, door was locked when we got back but I was happy with that. Would stay again
The property is obviously old. But the room was well kept, clean ans everything worked. TV was small but we never turned it on. Breakfast was through the shop, which I never knew was there. But cooked to order, fast and tasty. Staff were friendly and helpful Stairs were creeky but its obviously an old hotel, door was locked when we got back but I was happy with that. Would stay again
Property Policies
Check-in instructions
Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 21:30
Before 11:00
Security deposit
GBP 60 per accommodation on arrival.
Good to know
Additional policies and info about this property.
Optional extras
Additional paid services you can request.
FAQs about Tufton Arms Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 15:00 and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request but cannot be guaranteed.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Appleby-in-Westmorland, within a 5-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Eden Valley. It is 0.1 mi from Courtyard Gallery and 0.3 mi from Appleby Castle.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
One child 9 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Cribs (infant beds) are available for a fee of GBP 5.00 per day, and rollaway beds are available for a fee of GBP 25.00 per night. Advance request is required for both.
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- 2026-10-28: 179.03448904266358USD
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- 2026-11-06: 190.76809371185303USD
- 2026-11-07: 189.144896157074USD
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- 2026-11-24: 192.89343571014405USD
- 2026-11-25: 219.20887278213502USD
- 2026-11-26: 190.12794739379885USD
- 2026-11-27: 192.80701098632812USD
- 2026-11-28: 190.12794739379885USD
- 2026-11-29: 192.28849692535402USD
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- 2026-12-01: 192.80701098632812USD
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- 2026-12-03: 190.12794739379885USD
- 2026-12-04: 194.39501814880373USD
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- 2026-12-06: 192.80701098632812USD
- 2026-12-07: 192.80701098632812USD
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- 2026-12-09: 190.348517276001USD
- 2026-12-10: 190.12794739379885USD
- 2026-12-11: 190.12794739379885USD
- 2026-12-12: 189.3825555770874USD
- 2026-12-13: 192.80701098632812USD
- 2026-12-14: 192.80701098632812USD
- 2026-12-15: 190.04615072937014USD
- 2026-12-16: 189.27772146148683USD
- 2026-12-17: 191.20820501861573USD
- 2026-12-18: 192.80701098632812USD
- 2026-12-19: 194.75149870834352USD
- 2026-12-20: 191.4300433319092USD
There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: GBP 60.00 per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- One child 9 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per day
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Safe-Deposit Box
Meeting Rooms
Parking (Self) (free)
Laundry Facilities
Reception Hall
Services
Safe-Deposit Box
Meeting Rooms
Laundry Facilities
Reception Hall
Tours/Ticket Assistance
Wedding Services
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)
General
Smoke-Free Property
Internet
Free Wi-Fi
Activities
Terrace