21 Helvellyn Street, Keswick, CA12 4EN, United Kingdom
#16 of 68 B&Bs and Inns in Keswick
Guests' ChoiceBased on 260 B&B reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 August 2025
Reilly
United KingdomNothing
Clean and convenient location, great breakfast and well equipped dinning room, Ben and Fiona were very friendly
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Hazel
United KingdomN/A
The hosts Fiona &Ben were excellent hosts, very helpful, friendly and we will definitely stay here again. The room was perfect and cleaned daily which we didn't expect for a weekend stay. Our breakfast was cooked fresh every morning and served on hot plates which is great, loved our stay at Glencoe guest house.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Glyn
United KingdomLovely bedroom and breakfast room.Delicious breakfast, had something different everyday. The best things about Glencoe are Fiona and Ben.Such Lovely people and so helpful with their knowledge of great walks in the area.I will definitely go back there.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Mich
United KingdomEverything spotlessly clean, lovely breakfast and great location, 5 minutes walk to center of Keswick.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Peter
AustraliaWonderful clean accommodation like a home from home. Definitely on our list of places to revisit, thoroughly recommend to family and friends.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Louise
United KingdomFiona and Ben were incredibly welcoming and friendly. Local knowledge was bery helpful. Breakfast excellent. As a dog lover it was great that the place is so dog friendly. Definitely plan to stay here again.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Christina
United KingdomNothing.
Ben & Fiona were very friendly and welcoming. Glencoe is in a great location, literally less than 5 minutes to main square with shops, pubs, restaurants. On street parking was readily available. We stayed in room 3 with a lovely view of Skiddaw. It was immaculately clean, modern decor, crisp bedding, very comfortable. Choice of teas (flavoured, normal) coffee (including de-caff), hot chocolate and biscuits were topped up each day. Great breakfast, lots of choice from the usual English breakfast options with tasty sausage and bacon as well as smoked salmon and scrambled eggs with lighter options if you wanted: cooked fresh. Also available; fruit juices, toast, fresh fruit, yoghurts, cereals. Our stay was perfect, excellent value for money, 10 out of 10. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Anthony
United KingdomN/A
Ben & Fiona are lovely hosts, breakfast was gorgeous and the room was spotless and very well equipped. 10/10
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Matthew
United KingdomExcellent location just a few minutes walk from the town centre, and finding parking nearby wasn't an issue. Very nice room with plenty of space, good bathroom with great shower, and excellent range of breakfast options. Wifi was reliable, and the area was quiet at night.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Peter
United KingdomBeautiful views of the mountains from our room.
Beautifully clean. Lovely, locally sourced breakfast. Hosts were friendly and helpful
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Meg
CanadaOur room was well appointed, with quality linens and toiletries, a comfortable bed, and a beautiful view from our window (top floor). Breakfast was delicious, but by far the best thing about Glencoe Guesthouse are the hosts. Ben and Fiona were warm and welcoming, but went far beyond that. Our trip had been somewhat hastily planned, so Ben acted as our unofficial travel guide, giving us advice about walks, things to see, bus routes and transportation, etc., etc. He even helped us sort out our wonky phone.. No doubt about it-- Ben and Fiona made our trip extra special. We'll stay here again when we get to the Lake District.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
K
United KingdomThe pillows were a bit too soft. It would be good to have a choice of soft and firm pillows to suit all, but this is a minor point.
Our Hosts were great, very friendly and accommodating and the breakfast was delicious. The location was perfect too.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
Lindsay
United KingdomNothing to complain about at all! Just to be aware of the parking- we arrived on Friday afternoon and couldn’t get parked near the guesthouse so had to use a nearby 24 hour car park, that was short walk away.
Lovely little guesthouse. Spotlessly clean. Room size good with all the facilities you need. Breakfast options great. Couldn’t fault a thing!! Would definitely stay there again 👍
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Oliver
United KingdomNothing
Ben and Fiona were both absolutely fantastic, they took care of me and my Dad (with his awkward dietary requirements) without any fuss. They were incredibly kind and helpful and went out of there way to make our experience the best it could be. 100/10
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Amanda
United KingdomCan't think of anything
Breakfast was excellent and set us up for the day. Rooms were very clean and comfortable with a kettle and plenty of tea and coffee. Room also had a plug in fan which was great when the evenings were very warm. Guest house situated on a quiet street, less than 5 minute walk from the centre. Hosts Ben and Fiona were really welcoming and went above and beyond for everyone. Nothing was too much trouble. Lovely to meet Dexter the dog also. Would definitely return.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Tracy
United KingdomNothing
Ben and Fiona are fantastic hosts, treated like friends are the minute they open the door to you
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Keith
United KingdomNothing! This guest house delivered exactly what it promised.
Firstly, I haven't stayed in a guest house for many years, always hotels or self-catering apartments, but my recent experience of The Glencoe may have changed that. It is excellent value for money, it's very clean and the breakfast is lovely. The owners (I wish I had asked their names) are genuinely welcoming, hospitable and approachable. The location is a five-minute walk from Keswick town centre, which is a thriving hub, containing restaurants, pubs and lots of small independent shops, galleries etc
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 June 2025
Oliver
United KingdomNothing at all.
Wonderful stay - great hosts, great location, spotlessly clean, great breakfast. Not much more to say really. Recommend staying here if you’re in Keswick.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 June 2025
Keith
United KingdomExceptional b & b. Hosts very friendly and room very clean . Plenty of choice for breakfast. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 June 2025
Richard
CanadaExcellent selection and quality of food
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 June 2025
Catherine
United KingdomNothing really
Absolutely lovely guest house. Gorgeous room, delicious breakfast and very friendly hosts.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 3 June 2025
Meryl
United KingdomWonderful breakfast
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 3 June 2025
Charlotte
United KingdomVery clean and a convenient location.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 2 June 2025
Daniel
United KingdomNothing
Lovely hosts, exceptionally clean rooms, fantastic breakfast. We had a great two night break and couldn’t have asked for more. We’ll be back soon! Homemade cake on arrival was a bonus. 😊
Stayed in June 2025
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