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Macdonald Leeming House

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Ullswater

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

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Watermillock Nr Penrith, Penrith, England, CA11 0JJ
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lodore Falls
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Double)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Suite)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Penrith

On lake.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Ullswater and 3 miles (5 km) of Aira Force. Gowbarrow Fall and Dalemain are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Derwentwater - 24 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Lodore Falls - 29 min drive - 37.3 km
  • Lake Windermere - 30 min drive - 30.1 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 39 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 17 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boot & Shoe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crown Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Herdwick Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Leeming House

4-star Victorian hotel near Ullswater
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Macdonald Leeming House. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian Penrith hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Leeming House offers 41 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Penrith hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of GBP 65; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests have access to the outdoor and indoor pools, fitness facility, and spa at a partner property, located 19 miles (30.5 kilometers) away. Transportation to the partner property is not provided.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 26.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: GBP 65

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Macdonald Leeming
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Macdonald Leeming House Hotel Penrith
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Macdonald Leeming House, Ullswater Hotel Penrith
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Macdonald Leeming House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 381 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 381 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 381 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 381 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 381 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel and gorgeous rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were lovely. We loved that there were vegan menu options. Room was lovely and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pet friendly. Stunning location. Friendly and professional staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely bedroom, comfortable lounges, good restaurant, great views of Ullswater.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nhorie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was nice stay, I love the view from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Luxury at an affordable price

It is just a fantastic, relaxing venue that is a delight to stay in. The food was lovely and service was great all round.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Realign

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a very beautiful property and area with truly outstanding views and staff. Downside would be that the bathroom was in need of some maintenance, door was scuffed and needed repainting, shower and bath had areas of patchy sealant. Breakfast was amazing and very accommodating staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the hotel. Lovely hotel and food. The views of the lake is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Overall good stay

Overall lovely stay! Very peaceful and relaxing. We had a balcony with the best view of the lake! Amazing! The grounds were lovely also. The man at the desk was very lovely, friendly and helpful. However, they desperately need poo bag bins! It’s a great hotel for dogs and there were no restrictions, however there were no bins at all to put the poo bags which was very annoying. But apart from that no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

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

Review

Overall the stay was good. The location & setting was amazing. The staff were all very friendly and professional. The Reception staff were excellent and very accomodating. The building is looking at bit tired in places and would benefit from some upgrades especially externally. The evening meal was good although portion sizes were a bit questionable given the prices charged. The wine on offer also was a little disappointing. Breakfast wasnt the standard i was expecting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
On arriving I asked if they had bar meals answer yes. Went into empty bar ignored for very many minutes while girl poured water and chatted to colleague gave up . Went to restaurant fine dining menu offered. Asked for bar meal menu That did not go down well. Wine was brought and half a glass of water. Food was excellent. Requested more wine and water twice from reluctant staff! I’m still waiting for the water! The restaurant was not busy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with views of Ullswater
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful location right on the lake but no amenities like paddle boards or row boats.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a lovely area by the Lake. Bassel the receptionist was extremely helpful and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

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

Excellent little trip. Beautiful location

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Friendly and helpful attentive staff. Spacious room. The breakfast was great with a variety of different foods. It’s on the lake, so you can walk down from the garden and see beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms and en-suite spacious and well furnished,but all looking well worn and in need of renewal. En-suite, we thought the bath was difficult for showering, it was very narrow.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Prakash

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs investment for renovation.

Great location. Friendly staff. Nice bathroom. Comfortable bed. Good food. There was no fridge in the room. Though the hotel room had strong musty smell. Windows had mould. The exterior paintwork was peeling off. No swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025