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The Daffodil Hotel

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with full-service spa and sauna

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The Daffodil Hotel offers a lakeside getaway with a complimentary breakfast buffet. Relax on the terrace with garden views, enjoy hot stone massages at the spa, and evening drinks at the bar. Rooms include WiFi, and the helpful staff mans the front desk 24/7.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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Standard Room, Valley View

Standard Room, Valley View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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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)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Club Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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SENIOR SUITE

SENIOR SUITE

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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VALLEY SUITE

VALLEY SUITE

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Double Room (without view)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Keswick Road, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9PR

What's nearby

  • Dove Cottage - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wordsworth Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grasmere Garden Village - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rydal Mount - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Badger Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Daffodil Hotel

Upscale hotel near Lake Windermere
A terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Daffodil Hotel. Indulge in a facial, a manicure/pedicure and a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Dinning Room, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and smoke-free property
  • Wedding services, a lift and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 78 individually decorated rooms feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and free cots/infant beds
  • Designer toiletries, baths or showers and hairdryers
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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Lakes Hotel and Spa

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,191 reviews
The price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 cot

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 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 July and 26 July.

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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 for adults and from 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

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

Is The Daffodil Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Daffodil Hotel?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Daffodil Hotel on 1 Dec 2025 start from NZ$287.22, 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.

How much is parking at The Daffodil Hotel?

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?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Daffodil Hotel located?

Situated on a lake, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum. Alcock Tarn and Grasmere Showground are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Daffodil Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 624 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 624 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 624 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 624 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 624 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, quite comfortable rooms and gorgeous food. The staff were so friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area and lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, perfect short birthday break. Staff were very attentive, relaxing break all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

CAROL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, Quiet & comfortable, will definitely visit again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel very good only problem was dinner menu same for all the time was there expensive but lakes are expensive. Staff made the holiday very helful and very friendly would stay again.we were lucky with the weather it was glorious.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely location, very attentive staff, great facilities. A wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Starting to look a bit tired and in need of a refresh. Dinner was lovely in the evening, however breakfast was disappointing, layout was poor, with no coffee options ! Spa was nice and included in the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Daffodil is conveniently located for easy access to Grasmere and the nearby lakes. It is ideal for a walking holiday and is surrounded by the beautiful Lakeland fells and lakes. The hotel staff are friendly and the hotel offers a good menu with a range of meals at reasonable prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel and spa with a great aspect across Grasmere. The staff were all friendly, professional and contributed to a lovely stay. Only a short walk to Grasmere village and some decent hikes on the doorstep.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing from start to finish second time going to daffodil hotel and would go again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were superb and really made us feel welcome. The food was delicious and expertly prepared. The only blemishes were a table in our room that was damaged and should have been replaced plus there was a little mould on the shower sealant. Overall, an excellent hotel and we will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here many times and it never disappoints. Highly recommend if you’re staying in or around Grasmere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Particularly liked the facilites especially the spa
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply “a must” place to stop

Loved the hotel and facilities. The Room had a wonderful view of the lake and was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The restaurant was wonderful and the food fantastic. The biggest and best part of our stay were the staff. Friendly, attentive, and helpful. A huge plus for the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another fabulous Christmas stop over when visiting relatives nearby. Lovely spa, comfortable rooms and great food. Staff amazing as always. We will back next year !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel just what I wanted to relax a little, staff were friendly, food was great maybe a little expensive but what I had I enjoyed. Breakfast was buffet style. Lovely location for a walk around the lake of grasmere and rydal water and also the rydal caves. Close to dove cottage and church Wordsworth connection. Would recommend to stay and hopefully I’ll be back myself 😃
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our short stay. Spa treatments we so good, waiting staff excellent as was food and drinks. Spa was a little disappointing ie the pool (small and cramped)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely nice and agreeable. Spa came in handy during the stormy weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice place to relax and unwind. The hotel room was nice, minor damage related wear and tear. Bed was really comfortable. Food on the other hand was basic apart from a few set dishes. Staff, very helpful and friendly. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piedad

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on a lake, lovely grassed area with chairs & lounges on the terrace. Scrumptious continental and cooked breakfast. Had a peaceful lounge/bar where you could order food. Also a spa pool, sauna & steam room free for guests, paid treatments available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Engin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Special Place

Amazing hotel with a perfect location. Room was very clean and comfortable. Also staff were very helpful and friendly. We highly recommend this great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent stay

Attentive staff, lovely food, lovely clean room. Spa was nice, but a bit small. The only issue was on check-in…" The toilet seat in our room was seriously cracked / dangerous, and as no maintenance personnel were available, we had to change room. Efficiently resolved, but wasn’t something we should have had to deal with.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025