While trying to book a room in Kirkby Stephen as part of our C2C walk, I came across the reviews on TripAdvisor for the Black Swan. We were not dissapointed. We called from Kirkby Stephen and Allan came and picked us up. The village is beautiful as you drive and the hotel is as well. The signage looks excellent (great... more

Very nice small hotel in lovely village,staff service very friendly and helpful.All food appeared freshly produced with a good varied choice.Bedroom very nice as were bar areas cosy and homely.Would return more

What a wonderful place to stay. I was traveling back from Scotland with my dog and this was a wonderful find. They have separate accommodations for people traveling with their pets (the annex). I didn't have to worry about disturbing other guests who may not want to share their holiday with my four-legged friend but was not relegated to shabby... more

We have just spent a weekend at the Black Swan and we were very pleased with our accommodation, food and the general helpfulness of the staff. We had an attic suite which was lovely and comfortable, the breakfast and dinner were very good and filling. We did not find the prices to be extortionate but quite reasonable. The village is... more

We arrived on an (planned) diversion from the cost-to-coast walk feeling in need of restoration having slightly missed our route. After a pleasant welcome (not an eyelid was batted at our dishevelled appearance) a drink in the bar cheered us up before an excellent meal. The staff went out of their way to be helpful eg looking up details of... more

I booked myself and 4 colleagues into the Black Swan Inn upon the recommendation of colleagues who had stayed there previously. We weren’t disappointed. We had driven some 350 miles and were tired upon our arrival. Right from our arrival the staff were attentive and caring. Our rooms were beautifully appointed, clean, airy and roomy.........just what we needed to relax... more

I stayed here with the whole family as part of my Dad's 60th birthday. The hotel itself is really very nice and they have done a great job of making it as homely as possible. My parents stayed in the main room at the top of the house, which was extremely large, with a separate kitchen and living room. This... more

Just had a long week-end break at the Black Swan with a group of friends. We hadn't stayed there for 10 years so we were looking forward to seeing the changes. Everything was fine overall. Rooms were very agreeable - clean, comfortable and with good quality bathroom cosmetics. Price-wise it's on a par with similar establishments in the Lakes and... more

After finding this Hotel during last summer just by following some very attractive signs we decided that we must have a break in such lovely surroundings enjoying such a great concept, lovely looking Hotel/ Inn incorporating a village pub and little shop a 'hub' for enjoyment for guests as well as people living in the village. The Hotel has been... more