Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Penrith travel guide

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You're Going to Love Penrith

With a population of 14,793, Penrith is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Penrith has to offer.

Where to Eat in Penrith

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pooley bridge inn (Finkle St) and The Cross Keys Inn (5 Carleton Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Penrith

Penrith in November
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in November
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Penrith

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 50 miles from Penrith.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of Avis and Arnold Clark, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 50 miles from Penrith.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of Avis and Arnold Clark, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,155 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,500 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,262 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,640 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,103 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,649 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,940 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,460 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,502 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,360 reviews)
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Where to stay in Penrith

From 5-star hotels such as the Roundthorn Country House & Luxury Apartments to great affordable options like the Westmorland Hotel Tebay, Penrith offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $231 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $316 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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Haweswater Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$255+
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Yha Helvellyn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$78+
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The Ullswater Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$263+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$282+
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Shap Wells Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$217+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Expect to pay $3.52 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $42.20 and $56.26. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.52 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $42.20 and $56.26. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.