The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Wordsworth Museum

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Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
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Classic Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Overview of The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Map
Keswick Road, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9RF
  • Popular LocationGrasmere Lake & Rydal Water16 min walk
  • Popular LocationDove Cottage16 min walk
  • Popular LocationRydal Mount5 min drive

Room options

Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room with sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room with Bunks

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ambleside

In Ambleside .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Ambleside hotel, you'll find Wordsworth Museum and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Lake Windermere is within 6 miles (10 km) and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Grasmere Garden Village - 13 min walk
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 16 min walk
  • Dove Cottage - 16 min walk
  • Rydal Mount - 5 min drive
  • Lake Windermere - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 15 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ambleside Tavern - 7 min drive
  • Badger Bar - 4 min drive
  • Wainwrights Inn - 6 min drive
  • The Britannia Inn - 6 min drive
  • Ambleside Tap Yard - 6 min drive

About this property

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

4-star hotel near Wordsworth Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group also features a terrace, a garden, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group was completed in April 2023.

This 4-star Ambleside hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1650
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group offers 46 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Ambleside hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Macdonald Swan Ambleside
Macdonald Swan Hotel
Macdonald Swan Hotel Ambleside
Macdonald Swan
The Swan at Grasmere
Macdonald Swan Hotel
The Swan at Grasmere The Inn Collection group
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Hotel
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Ambleside
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Hotel Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group to the airport?

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group is 105.2 mi (129-min drive) away from the John Lennon Airport (LPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group on Apr 21, 2024 start from $102.57, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group.

Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group offer free breakfast?

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group have a pool?

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group does not have a pool.

Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group to downtown Ambleside?

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group is 0.4 mi away from Grasmere.

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 422 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 422 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 422 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 422 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 422 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Diamond wedding stay
We loved the refurbished bedroom very tastefully done &spacious The food was very good Staff friendly Only complaint was nobody to help elderly people to get their suitcases upstairs but apart from that we were very happy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room really quiet and dark which supported in getting a good nights sleep. Food and drinks nice and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Christmas bolt hole
Great well located hotel to explore the Lakes from. Recently renovated and attractive decoration throughout. Busy Christmas period and staff worked really hard to keep everyone happy. Great for dogs as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amal

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Flawless! Can’t fault anything!
Amazing stay, that amazing we decided to extend our stay to another night! Can’t fault anything. Food is also great! Great dog friendly pub too. Will definitely recommend this place. We will sure be returning! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bronwen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food needs to improve, fantastic setting, brilliant staff, hotel upgraded to a high standard, the food let’s it down, especially the under cooked bacon & sausages at breakfast, & the greasy chips at dinner time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous.😊We’ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with partner
Staff were very helpful and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023