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The Daffodil Hotel

4.0 star property

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A large stone building with multiple windows and a courtyard.
SENIOR SUITE
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
Pool
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, and a chair.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$398
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July

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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

Standard Room, Valley View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

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SENIOR SUITE

SENIOR SUITE

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

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VALLEY SUITE

VALLEY SUITE

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Double Room (without view)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ambleside

The Daffodil Hotel places you steps from Dove Cottage and within a short 5-minute stroll of Wordsworth Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include hot stone massages, prenatal massages and detox wraps along with access to the sauna and steam room. The restaurant, The Dinning Room, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a sauna. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside hotel include Lake Windermere and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

What's nearby

  • Dove Cottage - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wordsworth Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grasmere Showground - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grasmere Garden Village - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rydal Water - 1 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakes Brew Co Tap - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lanty Slees - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Daffodil Hotel

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
  • Conference 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Daffodil Hotel offers 78 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

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

The on-site 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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 July and 26 July.

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 cots (infant beds)!

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: from approximately GBP 25 for adults and from 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Daffodil Hotel?

The Daffodil Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 28 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Daffodil Hotel on 29 Jul 2026 start from NZ$398, 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.

Is parking available at The Daffodil Hotel?

Yep, The Daffodil Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Daffodil Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Daffodil Hotel. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as hot stone massages.

What makes The Daffodil Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Daffodil Hotel.

Does The Daffodil Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Daffodil Hotel?

No, The Daffodil Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Daffodil Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Daffodil Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Daffodil Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Daffodil Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 722 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 722 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 722 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 722 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 722 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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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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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service
Very easy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, friendl, great views and breakfast. Short walk into Grasmere village
View from the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went for relaxing night away and we coulnt fault the hotel , the staff were friendly and the spa was very nice . Our room was very clean with a nice view. The only complaint was the pillows were very flat /hard apart from that it was very good .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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
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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
Verified

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The reception staff were so friendly and always happy to help. Lovely to have access to a small spa after a day of walking, nice hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room. Good range of drinks at the bar. Free parking is a bonus and location was great only a 10min walk from Grasmere and a bus stop close to the hotel to reach Ambleside, Keswick and Kendall. Only thing that really lets the place down is the stained carpets!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, good compacted Spa, food and decor average.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All aspects of our stay at the daffodil were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff at front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Daffodil Hotel is a really decent hotel, we came for our little honeymoon. Room was very clean, reception staff very welcoming and the beds are comfortable. We loved the view from our window of the lake and hills. Gorgeous location! Only issues was we had no fridge in our room, not having somewhere cold to store our 'bottled gifts' we brought from our wedding was disappointing. Also the reception lounge bar was closed constantly, its a shame as we fancied a nice cocktail and snack to celebrate, the actual restaurant was a bit too pricey for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanliness. Friendliness, Professional. Excellent Cuisine. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in a lovely setting food was amazing can wait to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025