Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kendal travel guide

Kendal Tourism | Kendal Guide

You're Going to Love Kendal

With a population of 29,468, Kendal is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kendal to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kendal

Kendal in February
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kendal in February
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kendal

Plane

Although Kendal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 54 miles from Kendal. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, easyJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Kendal departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Kendal is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 62 miles from Kendal. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Kendal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 54 miles from Kendal. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, easyJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Kendal departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Kendal is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 62 miles from Kendal. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Kendal

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Kendal

Lufthansa
Good (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,020 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,398 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,595 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,771 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,804 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,123 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,400 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,356 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,444 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,266 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kendal

Average rates range from around £110 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £144 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kendal

Most booked hotels in Kendal

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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£165+
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Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant (Adult Only)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£149+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£106+
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The Angel Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£125+
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Premier Inn Kendal Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Damson Dene Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£91+
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Hiring a car in Kendal

Hiring a car in Kendal costs £61 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 53% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Kendal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.90 and £25.19. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kendal, while also 1% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Kendal costs £61 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 53% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Kendal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.90 and £25.19. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kendal, while also 1% cheaper than other types, on average.

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