A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a garden are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front-desk safe.
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.
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Ambleside hotel also offers a terrace, a garden, and a front-desk safe. Complimentary self parking is available on site. A total renovation of this property was completed in April 2023.
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group is a smoke-free property.
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group has a restaurant on site.
The Swan Inn - This bar specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open 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
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
The Swan Inn
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
1 building
2 floors
Built in 1650
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
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)
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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
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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.
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
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!
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
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!
The hotel is in a beautiful location, the rooms were clean and spacious.
The restaurant served great food and the staff were brilliant.
Highly recommended and the view from the room way amazing.