Whitehaven
Things to do in Whitehaven, Cumbria
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Whitehaven works as a base for exploring Cumbria, with a solid cluster of places to stay ranging from the Premier Inn through to the Georgian House Hotel and The Mansion, both rated 4.7, or Lismore Guest House at 4.9 from 130 reviews. The Chase Hotel and The Waverley Hotel are well-reviewed mid-range options. If you're staying for more than a night, you'll want to know what's on your doorstep.
For eating, Billy Bears and Rainbow City Play Centre both rate 4.6, with the latter clearly geared toward families with younger children. McDonald's offers the expected fast food option. The choice is modest rather than extensive, so you may find yourself exploring further afield for dinner.
Whitehaven is fundamentally a place to stay while exploring the wider region, with enough onsite interest to justify an evening or two in town itself. The hotel stock suggests it's set up for that kind of visit rather than a single-night stop.
Where to stay in Whitehaven(7)
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Chase Hotel
Inkerman Terrace, Whitehaven
Croft Hill Guest House
Quality Corner, Whitehaven
Georgian House Hotel
8-11 Church Street, Whitehaven
Lismore Guest House
28 Wellington Row, Whitehaven
Premier Inn Whitehaven
Howgate, Whitehaven
The Mansion
Woodhouse Road, Whitehaven
The Waverley Hotel Whitehaven
13-14 Tangier Street, Whitehaven
Things to Do in Whitehaven(2)
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The two main attractions are The Beacon, rated 4.6 from 601 reviews, and The Rum Story, rated 4.5 from 348 reviews. The Rum Story connects to the town's maritime past. Both draw regular visitors and offer enough to fill a day's sightseeing.
Where to Eat in Whitehaven(2)
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Attractions Near Whitehaven
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St Bees Beach
St Bees · ⭐ 4.7
7 mi
Monkey Madhouse
Workington · ⭐ 4.4
8 mi
Ennerdale Water Lake District
Cleator · ⭐ 4.9
12 mi
West Coast Karting
Maryport · ⭐ 4.6
12 mi
Wordsworth House and Garden
Cockermouth · ⭐ 4.5
12 mi
Lake District Coast Aquarium
Maryport · ⭐ 4.5
Buttermere Valley
Cockermouth
15 mi
Muncaster Castle
Ravenglass · ⭐ 4.6
Camping in Whitehaven
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Self-Catering Cottages in Whitehaven
All cottages in Whitehaven →Quayside 7
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £453
Highland Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £661
Kingswood
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £561
Moresby Hall Farm
2 cottages · from £353
Eliza’s Cottage Low Padstow
3 bed · sleeps 7 · from £287
Springfield Farm Cottages
2 cottages · from £397
Abbey Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £557
Station House
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £523
Common questions about Whitehaven
Where can I stay in Whitehaven?
We list 7 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Whitehaven.
What is there to do in Whitehaven?
We list 2 attractions and things to do in and around Whitehaven.
Where can I eat in Whitehaven?
We list 2 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Whitehaven.
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