Title: Visit Scales: Best of Scales Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Scales](https://expedia.ca/Scales-Hotels.d6361571.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Scales](https://expedia.ca/Scales-Vacation-Rentals.d6361571.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Scales Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Scales.d6361571.Car-Rental-Guide)[Scales Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Scales.d6361571.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Scales ## Travel Guide ![The ascent of Blencathra by Doddick Fell You can see most of the route up. It is steeper than it looks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/485d7607-a772-43dc-82fc-36d2372df540.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/485d7607-a772-43dc-82fc-36d2372df540.jpg) by [Bill Boaden](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/42541) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![The ascent of Blencathra by Doddick Fell You can see most of the route up. It is steeper than it looks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/485d7607-a772-43dc-82fc-36d2372df540.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/485d7607-a772-43dc-82fc-36d2372df540.jpg) by [Bill Boaden](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/42541) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![The first walk after the clocks go back and it's always a bit of shock to the system how early it seems to go dark. Looking back to the north-eastern fells from a long but easy stroll along the River Glenderamackin as a short-lived sun dog appeared.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/8afbf67f-0190-4eb8-9dcc-5c79b12555ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/8afbf67f-0190-4eb8-9dcc-5c79b12555ca.jpg) by [Andrew](https://www.flickr.com/people/38986305@N06) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ![Guardhouse View across the River Glenderamackin of Guardhouse Farm.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009608/801692ab-bc09-46ae-be63-d05587d4d137.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009608/801692ab-bc09-46ae-be63-d05587d4d137.jpg) by [Peter McDermott](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/14194) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Redsike Cottages View of Redsike Cottages with Blencathra in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/3f4a230a-8270-4786-84d8-59bad834ad12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/3f4a230a-8270-4786-84d8-59bad834ad12.jpg) by [Peter McDermott](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/14194) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Scales Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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(1,000 reviews) Tiny bathroom with peeling paint on bath ,entrance to hotel looks fab ,our room was dingy ,over bed light one wasn’t working and it wasn’t the bulb .the lift is tiny and need a paint job .pool and jacuzzi was fine ,staff pleasant .but sadly won’t book this hotel again Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=527747&PinnedHotelID=527747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6361571) ![North Lakes Hotel And Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/894800/894703/65f2dd92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### North Lakes Hotel And Spa Ullswater Road Penrith England CA $170 CA $204 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (981 reviews) Great clean room, great food and great staff. Easy to park and accessible Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=894703&PinnedHotelID=894703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6361571) ![Woodlands Guest House Windermere](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2300000/2290800/2290761/e228eb5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Woodlands Guest House Windermere New Road Windermere England CA $140 CA $168 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Windermere. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (630 reviews) Lovely B&B, cosy clean room, we would come again. Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=2290761&PinnedHotelID=2290761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6361571) [See all 4,570 properties in Scales](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6361571) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Halston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35130000/35127300/35127212/aa19f5b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Halston 20-34 Warwick Rd Carlisle England Stay at this aparthotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... [](https://expedia.ca/Carlisle-Hotels-The-Halston.h35127212.Hotel-Information) ![Kotel Windermere](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38322500/38322434/661f0b78_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kotel Windermere Lake road Windermere England Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews) Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Kotel.h38322434.Hotel-Information) ![1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101510000/101500100/101500051/751b3199_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi Lower House Fairfield Ambleside England Stay at this cottage in Ambleside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Grizedale Forest are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Fantastic accommodation & location Amazing, the photos do not do it justice, lovely cosy cottage a home from home and fully equipped. Great location, short walk to village incl pubs and chippy, also access to walks (which pass through livestick fields so dogs on leads). Grizedale forest was a short drive away with really good (long ... Reviewed on Sep 15, 2024 [](https://expedia.ca/Ambleside-Hotels-Cosy-Cottage-In-Picturesque-Hawkshead.h101500051.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Scales](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6361571&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Scales hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6361571&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[Feb 27 - Feb 28](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6361571&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6361571&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01)[Feb 28 - Mar 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6361571&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6361571&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6361571&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![View from Surprise View near Derwentwater, Shutterstock ID 321811955, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com, Other: Supattra Laoreiam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088013/df19a92e-b8e3-4d4b-927f-b6e9c9c5e598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Derwentwater 4/5(5 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Derwentwater during your travels in Keswick. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Derwentwater-Keswick.d6088013.Vacation-Attraction) ![Just follow the path](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532493354/1922f6ae-1c77-4f80-a9c3-766046315dc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Honister Slate Mine You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Honister Slate Mine during your travels in Borrowdale. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Honister-Slate-Mine-Keswick.d553248621532493354.Vacation-Attraction) ![Great hikes to summit #Helvellyn, the third highest peak of England, at the Lake District #outdoor #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088031/076e5b98-b1d5-4336-b576-8a9f72a0dafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hellvellyn Explore the great outdoors at Hellvellyn, a lovely green space in Patterdale. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hellvellyn-Keswick.d6088031.Vacation-Attraction) ![Castlerigg Stone Circle, Shutterstock ID 1332986102, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com, Other: Supattra Laoreiam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088011/d7be122c-6ee6-4a50-85aa-17390269b6c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castlerigg Stone Circle 5/5(5 reviews) Find out about the history of St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn when you spend time at Castlerigg Stone Circle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Castlerigg-Stone-Circle-Keswick.d6088011.Vacation-Attraction) ![DKGK93 Hope Park, Keswick, the Lake District, Cumbria, England.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561943039/d9e3de96-c9b7-4cee-974d-f3b88912bd5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hope Park Explore the great outdoors at Hope Park, a lovely green space in Keswick. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hope-Park-Keswick.d553248621561943039.Vacation-Attraction) ![There is a lovely short walking track here that gives you great views of the lake. www.cheskiesgapife.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009627/50a2f9a4-005c-4dc0-8200-7124e96cf39f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Thirlmere Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thirlmere during your travels in St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn. [](https://expedia.ca/Thirlmere-Keswick.d553248635976196768.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1997150/95abac96-b6da-48cd-b64d-e20cad902af4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip CA $109 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip.a1997150.activity-details) ![Literary Lake District Visit with Interactive Travel Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48700128/c023475b-1164-4dd9-83e1-aaf0f4f00f63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan CA $24 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/literary-lake-district-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a48700128.activity-details) ![Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46308410/a2700659-1fd0-40f5-9377-0448c71bf2cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District CA $140 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mountain-bikingcoaching-experience-in-the-lake-district.a46308410.activity-details) ![3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2578202/214872af-8fd8-4d2b-a1e7-ba8efbbd3798.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3-Hours Via Ferrata Experience in Keswick CA $203 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hours-via-ferrata-experience-in-keswick.a2578202.activity-details) ![Climb in the Mine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3385779/b7e82bc8-3502-4f9b-9d9a-70a6894cb739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Climb in the Mine CA $206 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/climb-in-the-mine.a3385779.activity-details) ![Rock Climbing in Keswick](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2578204/40ef86f9-3610-4d76-bbe9-5db7feb4554e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rock Climbing in Keswick CA $155 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rock-climbing-in-keswick.a2578204.activity-details) [See all activities in Scales](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Scales.d6361571.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Scales ![Keswick showing street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4371/52edae51-259d-4225-bea3-188a999303cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Keswick - Cities near Scales - Places of interest [Keswick](https://expedia.ca/Keswick.dx4371)[Matterdale](https://expedia.ca/Matterdale.dx990167490151804928) - [Catbells Lakeland Walk ](https://expedia.ca/Catbells-Lakeland-Walk-Keswick.d553248621532493355.Vacation-Attraction) - [Old Man of Coniston ](https://expedia.ca/Old-Man-Of-Coniston-Coniston.d6087987.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lowther Castle and Gardens ](https://expedia.ca/Lowther-Castle-And-Gardens-Penrith.d6229550.Vacation-Attraction) - [Honister Slate Mine ](https://expedia.ca/Honister-Slate-Mine-Keswick.d553248621532493354.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hellvellyn ](https://expedia.ca/Hellvellyn-Keswick.d6088031.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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