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The Daffodil Hotel

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You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Daffodil Hotel. Treat yourself to a facial, a hot stone massage, or hydrotherapy at the onsite spa. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Dinning Room, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a steam room.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a carpet with a geometric pattern.

Standard Room, Valley View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a bottle of champagne and glasses, a chair, and a carpet with a circular pattern.

Accessible Double (without view)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Club Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a framed picture on the wall.

SENIOR SUITE

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, artwork, desk, chair, and a view through the window.

VALLEY SUITE

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Double Room (without view)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a bottle of champagne, and a view of the outdoors.

Daffodil Club

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLUB

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Ambleside, The Daffodil Hotel is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Grasmere Showground and The Herdy Shop are also worth visiting. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
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Keswick Road, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9PR

What's nearby

  • A white house with a stone wall and a stone chimney.
    Dove Cottage
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grasmere
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wordsworth Museum
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grasmere Garden Village
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Herdy Shop
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station
    14 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL)
    108 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lakes Brew Co Tap
    5 min drive
  • The Ambleside Inn
    5 min drive
  • The Distiller’s Arms
    8 min walk
  • The Flying Fleece
    5 min drive
  • Ambleside Tap Yard
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 25 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Dinning Room

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1855
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 21 and July 26.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 25 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Is The Daffodil Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Daffodil Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Daffodil Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Daffodil Hotel located?

Situated on a lake, this spa hotel is steps from Grasmere and Dove Cottage. Wordsworth Museum and Alcock Tarn are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Daffodil Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 754 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 754 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 754 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 754 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 754 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to relax and let it soak in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a wonderful location overlooking Grasmere, the rooms are spacious and comfortable and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. Would certainly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy Review. Absolutely EVERYTHING was Top Notch. Food, staff, rooms and location, location, location!! Do not miss the chance to see the fantastic scenery and stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel - we'd originally booked 10 years ago but had to cancel due to a complicated pregnancy. It was lovely to have finally made it! Location was beautiful and the staff were supportive, kind, and friendly Room was clean, lovely bathroom Breakfast was the slight downfall - it was plentiful, do not get me wrong - just the quality was not to the level that you would expect from the Daffodil Would we return - YES
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Elaine

Clean and friendly, lovely views and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall impression very good. Food was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, all staff very friendly& welcoming. Breakfast had great choice and again excellent service.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay here and the staff we just the right amount of attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel in a perfect location in Grasmere away from the more crowded areas of the south Lake District. The hotel is clean and well-maintained with helpful staff and a very welcome health spa with jetted pool, sauna and steam room. The location on a beautiful lake opposite the historic William Wordsworth Dove Cottage really could not be more ideal. A five star experience: we extended our stay due to the excellence of the hotel and it's ideal location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury afternoon tea&evening meal absolutely gorgeous,rooms nice&spacious&spotless!Nice friendly staff,couldnt do enough!Definately highly recommend to family&friends xxxx
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast excellent plenty of choice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall hotel was very clean, staff are amazing make you feel so welcome and couldn’t do enough for you. Breakfast was lovely didn’t wait long at all. Would highly recommend this hotel for a nice chilled and relaxing stay.
View was amazing from our room (Lake View)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, great facilities and lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great hotel, fantastic breakfast with great views of the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and spa. Lovely room with massive bed. Had a relaxing stay. Meals were tasty but overall a very expensive couple days .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older hotel in a gorgeous location right on Grasmere Lake. The interior has been modernized, which some traditionalists lament, but it is very comfortable. There is humorous, whimsical art throughout the facility. The large spa is a real plus. Breakfasts are ample and offer plenty of options. Large bathtubs in the rooms are very nice. Our shower stall often smelled musty, but this could be relieved by leaving the door open. A full length mirror in each room would be a good addition. If space is a concern, it could even be placed on the back of a closet door. All in all, a beautiful place in a prime location. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were all lovely. Great views and tasty breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spa was brilliant, really clean, smelt nice and staff so welcoming. Room spotless, quiet night sleep and nice little extras in room. Breakfast and dinner very nice, again staff very efficient and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was great. Made really special from the beginning when Muhammad on reception was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very well maintained, and staff were excellent. The breakfast was disappointing, as the only fruit available was an indifferent fruit salad. No prunes, grapefruit, peaches fresh strawberries etc. The only hotel I have stayed in where the cold buffet lacked fruit. The toaster (as is usual) either under toasts or almost burns the toast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and nice restaurant in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel was fine, but not exceptional. However, there were not enough staff to run the bars in the day/evening. Evening menus were fairly limited and the same each day. We felt that the hotel was extremely overpriced based on the quality of service provided. We stayed for 5 nights and each morning at breakfast we were asked if it was our first visit to the restaurant - an indication of how valued we felt as customers!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely polite friendly staff. spotless spacious room with a pretty view & lovely little touches throughout the hotel. Free onsite parking, Spa was a real treat - open til 8pm which is fab after a day of exploring. Only negative was the coffee at breakfast was very weak but coffee machine was better!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philomena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with lovely well kept lawns and a stunning view of the lake. Staff are very professional and courteous. Everyone I encountered was friendly, hardworking working and clearly wanted the guests to have a really enjoyable and valued stay at the hotel. The cleanliness of the room was exceptional. Very good housekeeping team. The spa was nice to use after a days cycling and hiking. The hotel also provides guided local walking routes that are nice to do from the hotel. The hotel has easy access to Grasmere village so able to walk from the hotel into the village for a coffee and delicious ice-cream. Ambleside was also very accessible via the local bus route so no need to use the car for exploring the immediate local area. We stayed for four nights so able to totally relax and be rejuvenated. Good breakfast and dinner options available. There is ample space to relax and fully enjoy the beautiful countryside that inspired Wordsworth poetry.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay, didn't use the Spa. Had Dinner in the Hotel the first night, very disappointed with the choice and quality, so I wasn't looking forward to breakfast, but that was excellent, plenty of choice for all tastes.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026