Guests find tranquility with lake views at this welcoming retreat, where spa treatments soothe tired muscles and staff create a warm atmosphere for travelers.
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.
Located in Ambleside, The Daffodil Hotel is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Grasmere Showground and Cocoa Hearts are also worth visiting. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
A terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Daffodil Hotel. Indulge in a hot stone massage, a detox wrap, and a body wrap at the onsite 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 like:
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall, and concierge services
A 24-hour front desk, a porter/bellhop, and meeting rooms
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 78 individually decorated rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and free cribs/infant beds
Designer toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
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 crib
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
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
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1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1855
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
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 July 21 and July 26.
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 cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 25 for adults and 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
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 Jul 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Daffodil Hotel on Jul 22, 2026 start from ₩312,629, excluding 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?
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?
Check-out 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.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Daffodil Hotel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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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.
Tim
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Elaine
Apr 6, 2026
Clean and friendly, lovely views and great location
This is an older hotel in a gorgeous location right on Grasmere Lake. The interior has been modernized, which some traditionalists lament, but it is very comfortable. There is humorous, whimsical art throughout the facility. The large spa is a real plus. Breakfasts are ample and offer plenty of options. Large bathtubs in the rooms are very nice. Our shower stall often smelled musty, but this could be relieved by leaving the door open. A full length mirror in each room would be a good addition. If space is a concern, it could even be placed on the back of a closet door.
All in all, a beautiful place in a prime location. We would stay here again.
Overall hotel was very clean, staff are amazing make you feel so welcome and couldn’t do enough for you. Breakfast was lovely didn’t wait long at all. Would highly recommend this hotel for a nice chilled and relaxing stay.
The hotel is very well maintained, and staff were excellent.
The breakfast was disappointing, as the only fruit available was an indifferent fruit salad.
No prunes, grapefruit, peaches fresh strawberries etc. The only hotel I have stayed in where the cold buffet lacked fruit.
The toaster (as is usual) either under toasts or almost burns the toast
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.
Lorraine
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen
Feb 4, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was great. Made really special from the beginning when Muhammad on reception was so friendly and helpful.
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!
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.
A clean and welcoming hotel. Staff were friendly and efficient. The room was comfortable with a good bathroom (though I would have welcomed a shaving mirror).
The lounge and restaurant were pleasant. Breakfast was good but I was less impressed by the evening meal so went elsewhere as a result.
Spa facilities were a welcome bonus.
Great setting, particularly for local walks. Beautiful views.
All in all, highly recommended.
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.
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 .
When we arrived the reception staff was so lovely. We were travelling with my 10 month old son and they were so kind and attentive to him. It was so appreciated. The room was great, nice big bed and a cot for my baby. I like that the shower was separate from the bath too. I used the spa. Sauna and steam room are great and the changing rooms were clean and well equipped
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
BRIAN
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Charlotte
Mar 8, 2026
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!