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The Daffodil Hotel

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

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Exterior
Pool
Bar (on property)
Standard Room, Valley View
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

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

Room options

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Standard Room, Valley View

Standard Room, Valley View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Club Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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SENIOR SUITE

SENIOR SUITE

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
  • 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
Private bathroom
  • 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
(13 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside hotel, attractions include Lake Windermere and Ullswater.

What's nearby

  • Dove Cottage - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wordsworth Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grasmere Showground - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grasmere Garden Village - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rydal Water - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Rule - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mathilde’s - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Daffodil Hotel

Lakefront hotel with full-service spa and restaurant
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
  • 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
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, Barclaycard, 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 5 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Daffodil Hotel on 24 Feb 2026 start from NZ$345.79, 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. 413 out of 660 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 660 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 660 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 660 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 660 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Nasreen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff - especially those in the restaurant. Room was ok and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

Tawqeer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room - we upgraded for the lake view Lovely spa Great and helpful staff Good parking including sufficient electric charging points
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn’t use the spa
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

GRAHAM

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the worst hotels I have ever stayed in
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nice, but disappointing

The hotel is in a great location. Beautiful spot with nearby walks and very walkable to Grasmere. The restaurant, the staff in the restaurant and the food were great. I had a spa treatment and my beautician was excellent. The shower in our room was great. The coffee and tea making facilities in the room and the housekeeping staff were great. However, we were really disappointed with our welcome and check out. The reception staff were not particularly friendly, or to be honest helpful when you requested anything. The lounge bar could be a great place for a quiet drink before dinner - if people aren’t watching videos loudly, and there is someone there to serve you. I would expect a manager to deal with people making the environment unusable to other guests, and that a lovely room like that would have enough staff to host guests effectively. The room we had (Senior Suite) had a comfortable bed and to some extent much of what you need. The sofa area was great, but the couch not really comfortable. Other things lacking no coat hooks, minimal hangers, not enough rails to hang towels and a wardrobe which was unnecessarily awkward to use based on the amount of space there is to accommodate it. Having a bath was not easy since the water pressure was so bad it took a long time to fill it, and the taps are in such an odd place you can’t fill it up once you are in it. For the money paid I would expect the room to be perfect in terms of comfort and really it was a disappointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All aspects of our stay at the daffodil were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel! Staff were welcoming and helpful on arrival the spa was beautiful and overall good access times - although it was soo nice would have enjoyed it being open later into the evening! We only ate breakfast at the hotel but this was lovely, enough options for full English and staff were very attentive!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rooms were clean though tired, shower kept going far to hot, shower worked intermittantly, room not fully stocked from previous guests. Poor vegetarian food options. Staff are what makes this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Franciska

Spa relaxing. Food good though some was overpriced for the quantity. Burgers and fish large portions though the lamb very expensive and only a small portion. A very clean hotel and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

J M

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

What a view

The location was fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was clean snd spacious although we were disappointed it didn’t have a full lengh mirror. Breakfast certainty wasn't worth £30.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply beautiful with truly wonderful staff. The scenery and comfort were unparalleled.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Over priced piir value and servuce for money paid

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hajra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time and a beautiful little village of Grasmere. Only headache was our safe had a malfunction and wouldn’t open while our things were stored in it but thankfully the staff was able to sort it out. Lovely resort and food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Wonderful hotel

We have never met such happy and helpful staff anywhere like this hotel! They are a really great team from reception and dining to cleaning staff. Well done!! A great hotel in the most stunning setting! We have had the perfect stay! Great walks around the lakes and mountain opposite. Literally minutes walk into beautiful Grasmere. Particular thanks to Moses, Aiden and Amber for spoiling us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bright Kalebs

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spa facilities and amazing for a getaway within England! Lots of activities nearby. Thank you to Moses for catering our every need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Travelled with family
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

Eva

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025