Lancashire’s 11 Best Pubs with Rooms (2025)

If you’re looking for a proper northern getaway with charm, beer and beds under one roof, our pick of Lancashire’s Best Pubs with Rooms hits the sweet spot. There are pubs tucked into  Lancaster's Georgian backstreets, offering real ale, relaxed dining and rooms just upstairs. A little further out, you’ll find country inns where the moors are close and walkers drop in muddy-booted before heading to bed. These are the kinds of places with roaring fires, friendly bars and menus that lean local — not hotels pretending to be pubs, but proper inns where locals and guests mingle over pints. Whether you want value, character or countryside on your doorstep, Lancashire has the property for you!

For the Forest of Bowland

• The Spread Eagle is a cosy old inn that keeps its pub soul alive, in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just to the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. It’s a great spot for walkers and has beautiful views of the Pendle Hills, it’s also a great local hub. The bar is full of chatter, and the rooms are full of character
• The jewel in Bowland’s crown, the Inn at Whitewell is superbly situated in the heart of the Forest of Bowland and effortlessly manages to blend heritage charm, scenery and pub comfort in one spot. It’s grand but proper — with draught ales, riverside walks and antique-strewn bedrooms. If you love a fireside pint after a hike, this is the place. It's a family and dog-friendly.

For the Ribble Valley

• For a rural stay in the Ribble Valley, the Assheton Arms is hard to beat. Come here for stunning views, boutique style accommodation and fabulous food.
• With a steakhouse reputation and an easygoing pub feel the Red Pump Inn is a firm favourite in the Ribble Valley countryside. The bar’s informal, dogs are welcome, and the hills are calling. Rooms range from classic to glamping, all with rustic appeal.

For Walkers

• The Derby Arms is set in lovely walking country on the edge of the Forest. It's a traditional country pub with just six simple but stylish rooms, and an excellent restaurant which specialises in seafood.

or a Relaxing Escape

• The Cartford Inn, not far from the coast, is a fabulous old coaching inn converted from its 17th century original into something quite funky and modern. There are lovely views from some of the 14 rooms and the roof terrace. Expect arty interiors, local produce, and a warm, relaxed vibe.
• The Coach and Horses is a sophisticated hideaway in the Forest of Bowland. Its seven individually designed, opulent rooms ooze style and glamour, food is pub-grub style, plus there's an in-house microbrewery for ale enthusiasts.
• In the heart of Lancaster, the Toll House Inn balances smart, modern rooms with a friendly pub atmosphere. It’s ideal for a city break with a touch of old-school charm — think sash windows, stone walls, and cask ales at the bar. A calming base within walking distance of Lancaster Castle and canal paths.

For great value

• Affordable, unfussy and friendly Fleece Inn is a walker-friendly pub with rooms just outside the Forest of Bowland. Food is hearty, rooms are straightforward, and the welcome warm. Ideal for a countryside stay without breaking the bank.

Community-Focused Pubs with Rooms

• Perched above the Irwell Valley, the Eagle and Child is a welcoming pub with strong community roots and modern-rustic rooms. The kitchen is all about local produce, the bar is full of locals, and the profits support youth training schemes. Cosy, social and full of heart.

By the Coast

• Right in the centre of Southport, The Bold pairs boutique rooms with a grand pub setting in a listed Georgian building. You’re a short stroll from the seaside, but with stylish interiors, hearty food and cocktails, it’s tempting to linger indoors. Classic coastal charm with a contemporary edge.

Still not sure?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Lancashire.
• Expand your search to include all the best pubs with rooms in Yorkshire, or our recommendations for 10 of the best pubs with rooms in the Midlands.
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