North Lakes Hotel and Spa in Penrith has seen a renovation overhaul of twenty-two bedrooms.
13th April 2026…// The six-week renovation included works on the layout and functionality of each room, interiors and furnishings, as well as bathroom remodelling.
José Gomez, general manager at North Lakes Hotel & Spa, said: “We took suites and signature rooms, and stripped them back to a blank canvas. Our talented teams carefully and thoughtfully remodelled each room, making them more contemporary and comfortable while keeping function in mind.
“It was important for us to go beyond a surface-level makeover. We really considered each space and how we can utilise and maximise it to best suit our guests; we studied feedback and sought out expert opinion. It’s key that each of our rooms provide exactly what each traveller needs throughout their stay with us.”
The direction for design and interior upgrades of each room was heavily inspired by the surrounding Lake District area – a move which Rachel Wootton, who is head of interior design at Thwaites – which owns North Lakes Hotel and Spa – labelled a ‘sense of place’.
She said: “We wanted to create a space that felt calming and Cumbrian while also a little bit luxurious. Guests can expect blues, greens and neutrals with lots of textured layers for a subtle touch of elegance.
“Each room has bespoke artwork that leans into our stunning surroundings, as well as bespoke cabinets that house mini fridges – we’re big on the small details. The overall aim was to create a timeless space that matched who we are as a brand and where we’re placed on the map.”
As well as the bedrooms, the Hartside meeting room also received a comprehensive renovation, bringing it in line with the standard of the hotel’s other conference spaces which were previously refurbished in 2024.
North Lakes Hotel and Spa is part of the family-run hospitality group, Thwaites, which has revealed that the refurbishment on the rooms is part of a wider project that will eventually see a renovation of other public areas in the hotel.
José added: “We’re committed to continuous investment and improvement of North Lakes Hotel and Spa, and the refurbishment of our bedrooms and conference space is only the beginning. Our goal is to elevate guest experience and continue to position ourselves as a competitive destination for offering, location and comfort. We’re excited for guests to experience the new rooms, and we’re also excited to share more about what’s to come in the future.”
North Lakes Hotel and Spa is conveniently located off the M6 at Penrith, and is equipped with a spa and pool area, an open-cooking grill restaurant named FYR, several meeting and conference spaces, and a wide variety of room types from accessible friendly, to suites and family-friendly.
Guests looking to book a stay or spa day can find the best rates by booking online through the hotel’s website here.
