The Royal Hotel

In central Barrow-in-Furness, a short walk from the city centre and roughly 1 mile from The Dock Museum. Close to South Lakes Safari Zoo (about 5.7 mi) and roughly 19.5 mi from Lake Windermere, this bed & breakfast is a solid pick for pet-friendly, family-friendly stays.

Recently refurbished and reopened in 2013, the Royal mixes updated bathrooms and contemporary bedrooms with a striking bar area. There are 25 guestrooms with flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms (bathtub or shower), complimentary toiletries, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping.

Free Wi‑Fi, an on-site restaurant and lively bar/lounge set the scene. Extras include a children’s playroom, tour assistance and a function room for hire — plus long-stay laundry perks and dry-cleaning services. Pets are welcome and a complimentary English breakfast is included to start your day.

Useful services include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry/dry-cleaning and a safe-deposit box. Wi‑Fi is available property-wide and the hotel can cater events in its function room; the front desk offers guest assistance (staffing hours may vary).

An on-site chef produces hearty evening meals and a popular Sunday lunch, while a complimentary classic English breakfast is served each morning. There’s a bar/lounge for drinks and limited room service, and the team can cater buffets and event menus.