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The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

4.0 star property

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Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
The current price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June

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Keswick Road, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9RF
  • Place, Grasmere Garden Village
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Dove Cottage
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Wordsworth Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room with Bunks

Family Room with Bunks

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Budget Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ambleside

At The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Wordsworth Museum and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The Swan Inn serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. English breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside hotel include Dove Cottage and Lake Windermere.

What's nearby

  • The Herdy Shop - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grasmere Garden Village - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St Oswald's Church - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dove Cottage - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wordsworth Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sticklebarn Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lanty Slees - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

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
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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 a safe and a hairdryer. Televisions come with satellite channels.

This Ambleside hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Swan Inn

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1650
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - April 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.50 per person
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

As of 4 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group on 8 June 2026 start from AU$216, 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 Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

Yep, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group has a free self car park.

Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group serve breakfast?

Yeah, English breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

No, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 539 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 539 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 539 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 539 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 539 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, service excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Staff were great, very helpful and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay good food good ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It,was a very nice stay. Efficient and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place to stay. Top notch staff and great food too! 100% recommend...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Breakfast choice was excellent and the quality of food served was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful area and wonderful place to stay. Staff was great and so was our room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly well organised and efficient staff. Nice comfortable stay. The food was lovely and a great choice. Just needed a winter weight duvet on the bed! No spare blankets in room.
View from Room 20
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all facilities but quiet, beautiful views an great location food good but did wait along time for it.staff really friendly had a real homely feel to it .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was wonderful. Room comfortable. Staff in hotel were all excellent. Food was fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

So Man

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

Great food, nice room, perfect choice for hikers

Lovely hotel, great food. Convenient location for hiking. Friendly stuff, definitely will come back. Really enjoy dinner and breakfast at restaurant.
Dinner
Breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accommodation with great facilities in an amazing location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and spacious room. Quite dark and no views but comfortable. Plenty of dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel in the most stunning location. The staff were so freindly and helpful and the breakfast was also great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely friendly staff. Our room was such a long walk from Reception up and down stairs and with bags was a challenge. No offer of help. Really let down by the standard of breakfast. We ordered a hot breakfast and when it arrived it had obviously been sitting around as the poached eggs were completely cold as was the toast. Such a shame.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for Grasmere and to get to several Wainwright’s and good hikes. Staff were fantastic and everything was spot on and made a very pleasant and relaxing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and beautiful setting. The pub was lovely and it was a great spot to hike from. We didn’t use our car during our stay. You could order off the menu for breakfast which was great. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean, friendly and Great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely inn. Beautiful setting. Room was spacious but bathroom a little small in our room 36. Overall our stay was very good & food & breakfast options really good. Very friendly staff 😀
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Lovely stay!

We had a lovely stay. Our room was very comfortable, the food was excellent as were the staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, no fuss, great pub grub and lovely clean and comfortable room. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely room ,clean great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb breakfast options, perfect for coast to coast walkers
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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