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King Alfred Hotel
About
The King Alfred Hotel on Walney is a thriving community pub with 10 en-suite bedrooms.
With rooms overlooking Walney Channel we are greatly situated for midweek contractors to anyone looking for a weekend get away with a difference. Walney Island is a hidden gem off the coast off Barrow-in-Furness with miles of beaches, two nature reserves (the south one with a thriving grey seal population), and the country's 3rd old lynx golf course you are not short of things to do.
The pub aspect of the hotel is open from 8am each morning for breakfast serving food right though until 8pm everyday apart from Sunday when service finishes at 6pm. The menu consists of a wide range of foods from good old pub classics to authentic Thai curries. A wide range of drinks are available including lagers, cask ales and a wine & cocktail menu.
Three TV screens show all major sporting events and live music can be enjoyed most weekends.
We look forward to giving you a warm welcome.
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Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 10
| Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Double Ensuite | £94.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast |
| King Ensuite | £104.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast |
| Rooms | £75.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast |
*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
|---|
* We are open everyday of the year.
Sunday to Thursday - 8am - 11pm
Friday & Saturday - 8am - Midnight
Please note alcohol service does not start until 11am
Food Service times:
Monday to Saturday - 8am - 10.30am / 12pm - 8pm
Sunday - 8am - 10.30am / 12pm - 6pm
Facilities
Booking & Payment Details
- American Express accepted
- Contactless Payment Accepted
- Online Booking Possible
Catering
- Cooked Breakfast
- Evening meals
- Licenced (table or bar)
- Restaurant open to non-residents
- Snacks/afternoon tea
- Special diets available
- Vegetarian diet available
Children
- Children welcome
- High chairs available
Heating Facilities
- Central heating
Laundry Facilities
- Ironing facilities
Leisure Facilities
- Free WIFI
- Golf available (onsite or nearby)
- Secure cycle storage
Linen & Bedding
- Towels Provided
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Conference facilities
Parking
- Accessible Parking
- Free Parking
- Free Parking on Site
- On site car park
Property Facilities
- Designated smoking area
- Television available
- Totally non-smoking
- WiFi or internet access
Room/Unit Facilities
- Hairdryer
- King-sized bed
- Scenic view
- Seaview
- Shower
- Tea/coffee making in bedrooms
- Telephone
- Television
Site Features
- Building of historical interest
- Garden
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Couples
- Families
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Exit the M6: Take Junction 36 (towards Kendal/Barrow-in-Furness) and join the A590 westbound. Follow the A590: Continue on the A590, following signs for Barrow-in-Furness. Stay on this route past Ulverston and Dalton-in-Furness. Approach Barrow: As you enter Barrow, the A590 leads into the town center where it merges with local roads. Follow signs for Walney Island/Ocean Road. Cross Jubilee Bridge to Ocean Road: From the A590, take the appropriate exit onto Ocean Road, which leads toward the coast. Arrive at the Hotel: The King Alfred Hotel is located at Ocean Road, Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 3DX, United Kingdom. There is free private parking available, and the hotel is also within walking distance of local amenities and the train station
Public Transport Directions
🚍 By Bus (the easiest option) Two main bus routes serve Walney from Barrow town centre: 1. Bus 1 (Stagecoach) – North Walney - Runs frequently from Barrow Town Hall / Schneider Square. - Crosses Jubilee Bridge and goes up Central Drive. - Get off at Ocean Road (ask the driver if unsure). - The hotel is a short walk from the stop. 2. Bus 2 (Stagecoach) – South Walney - Also leaves from Barrow Town Hall / Schneider Square. - Get off at St Mary's Church Promenade stop - Walk up Ocean Road, it’s a longer walk than from Bus 1 but not by much 🚆 If you're coming by train - Arrive at Barrow-in-Furness railway station. - Walk 8–10 minutes to Schneider Square (straight down Abbey Road). - Catch Bus 1 to Walney. 🚕 Taxi option (if buses are infrequent) Local taxis from Barrow town centre or the station take 5–7 minutes to the hotel.
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