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The Daffodil Hotel

Property class: 4

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A large stone building with multiple windows and a courtyard.
A hot tub with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden wall with built-in lighting.
A spa area with a hot tub, a towel with a label, and a person in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, and a chair.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, framed artwork on the wall, and a wine rack in the background.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$311
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Valley View

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 Double Room, Valley View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Lake View

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

Standard Double Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Double (without view)

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

View all photos for Club Double or Twin Room

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

Club Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for SENIOR SUITE

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

View all photos for VALLEY SUITE

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room (without view)

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Ambleside

At The Daffodil Hotel you'll be within steps of Grasmere and Dove Cottage. 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. Enjoy the Hot tub and sauna. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside hotel, attractions include Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter.

What's nearby

  • Grasmere - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dove Cottage - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wordsworth Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grasmere Showground - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alcock Tarn - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 14 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 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 Britannia Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tweedies Bar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Daffodil Hotel

The Daffodil Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a hot tub, 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
  • Hot tub
  • 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

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 15 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Daffodil Hotel on 30 Nov 2026 start from NZ$311, 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 prenatal massages.

What makes The Daffodil Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, 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. 480 out of 771 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 771 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 771 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 771 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 771 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely brilliant stay, loved every minute and will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Brilliant hotel I’m disabled hotel fantastic helpful. Booked again for next spring Food excellent spa ec
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place to relax and let it soak in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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Fab stay. Will definitely be back again. Lovely hotel and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location, very clean, been several times and never disappointed. Lake view room was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property in a convenient location. Comfortable rooms, great breakfast, wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a fab stay!!! All the staff were so welcoming, so friendly and very attentive. Very much enjoyed the spa and facilities too!! Can’t wait to be back already. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderfully delivered in all areas
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, easy parking, we stayed in room 101 which was lovely the only negative was no privacy when blackout curtains are open this room is clearly visible to all seated outside spa and courtyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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A beautiful location. Friendly staff especially in the restaurant. I would have liked a menu change or different specials each day I would love to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Definitely coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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Carpets could do with a clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, all staff very friendly& welcoming. Breakfast had great choice and again excellent service.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely stay here and the staff we just the right amount of attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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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

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Overall impression very good. Food was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Th spa was amazing and the staff was exceptional! Very attentive and responsive! Great 5 day 4 night visit:)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful room (306} with views of the lake from different angles. Staff were brilliant and made our anniversary trip extra special
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice room, great facilities and lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really great hotel, fantastic breakfast with great views of the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great. One of the only hotels available with air con. Not cheap, but great experience. Only downside (negative Norman because i'm British) was that the ensuite was rather dated and could do with being refurbished
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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