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The Daffodil Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Exterior
Pool
Standard Room, Valley View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Keswick Road, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9PR
  • Place, Dove Cottage
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Wordsworth Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Grasmere Garden Village
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Valley View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, Valley View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Accessible Double (without view)

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Club Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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SENIOR SUITE | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

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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VALLEY SUITE | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

VALLEY SUITE

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Double Room (without view)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

On lake.You'll be steps from Dove Cottage and a 5-minute walk from Wordsworth Museum. Alcock Tarn and Grasmere Showground are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Dove Cottage - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wordsworth Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grasmere Showground - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grasmere Garden Village - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rydal Water - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lanty Slees - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Rule - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Daffodil Hotel

4-star guestrooms with free WiFi
The Daffodil Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Daffodil Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Ambleside hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1855
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Daffodil Hotel offers 78 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Ambleside hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

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

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • 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 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

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

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
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
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Daffodil Ambleside

Daffodil Hotel

Daffodil Hotel Ambleside

Hotel Daffodil

The Daffodil Hotel Hotel

The Daffodil Hotel Ambleside

The Daffodil Hotel Hotel Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Daffodil Hotel to the airport?

The Daffodil Hotel is 101.1 mi (108-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 Daffodil Hotel?

As of May 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Daffodil Hotel on Jun 21, 2026 start from $251, including 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 Daffodil Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Daffodil Hotel.

Does The Daffodil Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Daffodil Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25 for adults and GBP 15 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Daffodil Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Daffodil Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Daffodil Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Daffodil Hotel have a pool?

The Daffodil Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Daffodil Hotel have a restaurant?

The Daffodil Hotel is home to The Dinning Room, which features British cuisine.

Does The Daffodil Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features aromatherapy, massages, and mani/pedis.

How close is The Daffodil Hotel to downtown Ambleside?

The Daffodil Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Grasmere.

The Daffodil Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 708 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 708 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 708 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 708 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 708 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous second time we have been. One of the best breakfast I’ve had in a hotel rooms are spacious and very clean . The spa is fantastic. And in such a lovely part of the country. Couldn’t fault a thing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Heather

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were absolutely lovely and very friendly, however, the hotel is tired and lacks either old world charm or modernity. The spa is lacking, carpets are stained and breakfast was average. Expensive for what it was!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

william

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our daughter got married here 21 years ago when the hotel was warm,welcoming,full of character and very much Lake District at its best.Now its soulless,clinical and nothing to make it any different from other hotels who have gone up market and are totally lacking Cumbrian atmosphere.You will probably be successful because you are catering for trendy people,who fail to see what the Lake District is all about.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fab welcome to the hotel, informative and polite. The room was a good size clean and bright. The hotel an grounds were just what we were looking for having a night away. Unfortunately, restaurant and food let the hotel down. Small things like theblack of a steak knife to being served the wrong steak overcooked. This didn't improve at breakfast, cold sausage, cold toat, cold hard bacon, cold eggs. Not what we expected from how well the restaurant had been described on the website. Lovely hotel great staff front of house, just eat somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant stop . Staff all brilliant and friendly . The spa area very clean and accommodating. We were at the restaurant Saturday night and the food was superb . Would recommend it to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes but one bedside table needed attention but i think it was because they was rushiing to get us into our room a tad earlier but absolutely no complaints Staff extremely pleasant and good food as well
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an fantastic location with great walks from the door, however they don't seem to make the most of the views from the interior of the hotel, I hardly saw outside during our whole visit. The spa is small and has no windows, 1 hour in there was plenty. The food (eve and breakfast) was very over priced and bland. Staff were professional but I had an issue with the 'deal' I had booked via expedia and I felt they could have been more accomodating given the circumstances and it reduced the enjoyment of our stay. For the price (£320 for 1 night for 2 people, half board) the whole thing was a little underwhelming
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sophie

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanliness. Friendliness, Professional. Excellent Cuisine. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Fred

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

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very attentive and efficient. The room was delightful and clean. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious with my dietary requirements well catered for.
View of Grasmere
Lovely artwork all around
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing as always
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Frank

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely. The room was gorgeous, clean and had spectacular views of the valley. However, the spa facilities were highly disappointing: broken sun loungers, half the jets weren’t working, black mould visible and a pool you can’t swim lengths in. We didn’t eat in the restaurant as the prices were extortionate. For the price of the hotel, we expected a lot more than we did. Unfortunately, we will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Maxine

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel needs renovating, stained carpet in bedrooms and hallways. Hotel lacked atmosphere and any warmth. Check in staff not welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanita

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious clean room with lake view. Excellent food. Polite and helpful staff. Fortunate to have dry and often sunny weather. A lovely winter break.
Grasmere from our room . A early morning glow.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025