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Townfoot, Alston, CA9 3HX, United Kingdom

#3 of 5 B&Bs and inns in Alston

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 271 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: June 2, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Made to feel very welcome from the off. Lovely inn with a great beer selection

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2024

    7.0
    Good but slightly dated room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My room was dated and noisy from the road and kitchen underneath it Bed was really lumpy I think a new matress is needed Shame as it’s a lovely place with a really friendly vibe and staff

    Great location friendly helpful staff good food

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2024

    9.0
    Just the stay we needed after a hard days cycling
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wonderful service and good food

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2024

    7.0
    Needs work but would go again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room needed some TLC as there was visible cracks in wall and fixes that needed touching up. The pillows need replacing as became flat quickly. The bathroom was useable but needed renovating and the shower could have been better. Towels were clean but the bathmat had visible marks

    The food was exceptional both tea and pre-booked breakfast. Staff were lovely and couldn't ask for nicer people. The layout of the building was unique and made a difference from traditional pubs. Rooms were small and quaint but had everything you need, kettle with a selection of tea and coffee (bonus for hot chocolate and biscuits) hair dryer and a comfy mattress.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2024

    8.0
    Nice C2C stop over
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Ideal cheap half way hotel on our C2C. Pub meal and local pints were spot on with a nice lively atmosphere at the weekend. The room was fine clean and comfortable. Full veggie English breakfast set us up for a 2nd day of cycling.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2024

    9.0
    I enjoyed my meal and a good nights sleep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Maybe a bit more water pressure in the shower

    Excellent food, the room was clean, the bed comfortable and the shower was hot.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was a little noisy with noise from kitchen

    Excellent breakfast, great location, clean room, great bar and restaurant

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    7.0
    Staff make all the difference in a place like this.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower wasn't the best but it got us clean. And the room was clean but worn. The bathroom was absolutely tiny with the sink touching your knees on the loo! I also struggled with the feather duvets as I find them really itchy and scratchy.

    The staff were brilliant, providing secure storage for our bikes and very welcoming. Lovely atmosphere in the Inn and very good breakfast. Best on our trip cycling C2C. Great they had a triple room as we were cycling with our 13yo son.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    9.0
    Best place to stay for miles around
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Alston is struggling economically like much of the UK, with dead shop frontage and three of the six pubs shut. That's not the fault of the Cumberland Inn though. On a Monday night the Cumberland Inn is the only place that sells hot food for miles around.

    Very friendly pub and staff. Outstanding breakfast cooked to order. Alston is surrounded by high fells and the roads are empty, unlike the Lake District.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    8.0
    Great spot with hearty food and very friendly staff. Alston is a lovely little place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We stopped over for a night cycling the C2C route. Staff were very friendly and accommodating of us, our bikes and need to have our bags and collected before and after our stay. Great breakkie and evening meal, plus nice selection of beer and whisky. Room was clean and functional, with comfy beds, new TV and clean bathroom with functional shower.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely short stay, thank you for everything! We had a really nice time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    On the single bed I would’ve liked a larger duvet, but it wasn’t a big problem at all

    Cosy pub, with clean rooms and a lovely breakfast. Also great that we could bring our dog. Food in the pub was nice, great bath and gorgeous location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi a bit slow in the bedroom

    Great food, friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noisy room above the kitchen.

    Nice food

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2024

    7.0
    Friendly bed and breakfast in a good pub.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was a bit shabby but, to be fair, everything worked ok and the room was warm and clean.

    Breakfast was good, The view from the room was good. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The TV in the room was a smart TV and there was free WiFi.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2023

    8.0
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    a little tired in places but that adds to the charm

    Very Welcoming, felt at hole immediately. great range of beers and all good value

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 19, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Nice old hotel with very friendly staff. Lovely village.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice view. Food good. Plenty of parking.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2023

    9.0
    A friendly hotel with excellent food and good off-road parking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Superb breakfast and friendly, helpful staff.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower could have a been a little better but at least the water was hot.

    Good location. Excellent parking for motorcycles. Food and beer were good quality and not outrageously expensive. Staff were exceptionally friendly.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 23, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shower temperature went between hot and cold but thats it.

    Good cooked food, Im a simple person so it was great.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 6, 2023

    8.0
    An enjoyable overnights stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hotel in general needs a little TLC.

    Very friendly and helpful staff. Food was also excellent and good value. They do excellent scrambled eggs!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2023

    8.0
    Great place to stay for C2C
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nice traditional inn used as midway point for our coast to coast bike ride. Friendly staff, decent food and charming atmosphere.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2023

    8.0
    Location was great as husband was riding Coast to Coast and the hotel had storage for his bike.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was excellent and breakfast room was well laid for us on arrival as we picked breakfast selection night before.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent dinner and breakfast. Very lovely and welcoming staff despite being extremely busy. Great atmosphere in the pub in the evening.

    Stayed in September 2023

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