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The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Wordsworth Museum

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Garden
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Exterior
Exterior
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Keswick Road, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9RF
  • Grasmere Garden Village
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Grasmere Showground
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Wordsworth Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room with sofa bed

Superior Double or Twin Room with sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room with Bunks

Family Room with Bunks

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Budget Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Ambleside

In Ambleside .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Ambleside hotel, you'll find Wordsworth Museum and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Lake Windermere is within 6 miles (10 km) and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Grasmere Garden Village - 13 min walk
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 16 min walk
  • Dove Cottage - 16 min walk
  • Lake Windermere - 9 min drive
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 15 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sticklebarn Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

4-star hotel near Wordsworth Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group also features a terrace, a garden, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group was completed in April 2023.

This 4-star Ambleside hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1650
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group offers 46 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

This Ambleside hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Macdonald Swan Ambleside
Macdonald Swan Hotel
Macdonald Swan Hotel Ambleside
Macdonald Swan
The Swan at Grasmere
Macdonald Swan Hotel
The Swan at Grasmere The Inn Collection group
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Hotel
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Ambleside
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Hotel Ambleside

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 482 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 482 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 482 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 482 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 482 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfort and convenience without braking the bank.
Great short stop for an overnight stay. Welcoming chatty staff, lovely food and clean spacious rooms. Great atmosphere and perfect location for Grasmere village. I'll certainly be going back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great breakfast, great evening meal. Would definitely reccomend stopping at The Swan.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not up to standard
I really dont like doing this, but we decided that we wouldnt return to the Swann. We have stayed here for years and now it has changed hands and there were quite a few things that we all agreed wasnt up to standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect for us. Staff absolutey brilliant. Very dog friendly. Superb outside space. Food excellent choice and great quality very well cooked. Only negative was our bathroom which for the larger gentleman was a little small, but clean and well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My family enjoyed a wonderful stay at The Swan. We stayed in a spacious family room that comfortably accommodated us and our two children (bunk beds were a hit!) The room was spotless, comfortable and inviting. The restaurant included kid-friendly options, and everything was delicious. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer to enjoy the beautiful setting and garden. Be sure to check out the public footpath off the lane above the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at The Swan. Staff were friendly, competent and nothing was too much trouble for them. Only one issue- my TV didn’t work properly and I was unable to access many channels. Normally this would not be an issue as I rarely watch it whilst away., but I missed a lot of the Olympics which I would have liked to see. The staff did their best but were unable to solve the problem. This didn’t impact on my stay however, and I look forward to returning as soon as possible. Thanks to everyone x
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extraordinary customer service
Lovely old inn, recently renovated with lively restaurant, outdoor garden, and a very welcoming atmosphere. The customer service is extraordinary! We were waylaid by a flat tire with no support from the rental agency. The innkeepers were incredibly generous with their time, helping us get back on the road, and also showing us what makes Cumbria a special community. We will never forget our time there!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Excellent stay. Great staff, food, drink, surroundings! Just bas pillows! 😩
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

WAI, WENG

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely situation staff attentive when available but under resourced which meant people were waiting at peak times. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

M.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ir was okay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, good choice of food friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Poor value poor service
Staff appeared completely diss interested in guests. Breakfast very poor quality
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful inn, good restaurant and bar, within walking distance to Grasmere. Beautifully decorated, large rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024