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 February
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in February
Estimated hotel price
$127
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 U-Save and Hertz, 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 U-Save and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,596 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,664 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,225 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,199 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,664 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 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 $212 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $346 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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The Royal Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$203+
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The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$234+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$255+
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Macdonald Leeming House
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$330+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Expect to pay $3.97 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 $47.61 and $63.48. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.97 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 $47.61 and $63.48. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Juke or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.