Nestled near Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group is a haven for relaxation. Take in the picturesque views from the garden or enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant and unwind with WiFi after exploring Wordsworth Museum.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Pet friendly
Free parking
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Terrace
Garden
Front-desk safe
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $92
$92
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Room options
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Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Double Room
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Classic Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Superior Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Dove Cottage - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Lake Windermere - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 129 min drive
Windermere Station - 15 min drive
Burneside Station - 22 min drive
Foxfield Station - 26 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
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
46 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Use of nearby fitness center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1650
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
The Swan Inn - This bar specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 25 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 25 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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
Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge of GBP 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 25 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group and nearby?
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.
What's the area around The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group like?
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group is a short 16-minute walk from Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water and 16 minutes' walk from Dove Cottage. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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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
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Perfect little getaway
Was made to feel very friendly for start to finish. The room was lovely, spacious and clean. I mean very clean. The bathroom was spotless.
Location is good, just outside Grassmere and the food was great.
Will definitely stay with this hotel group again.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Lovely stay!
We had a lovely stay. Our room was very comfortable, the food was excellent as were the staff
Anne
Anne, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
Great stay
Comfortable, cosy and great value. Breakfast was delicious.
Hugo
Hugo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
A great short break.
We had a 2 night stay in December.
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was large and comfortable.
Food was great and portions generous.
Free parking and WiFi were welcome.
Hope to visit again soon.
David
David, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 27, 2025
Not worth the money, will be avoiding this chain
Once again really not happy with this hotel chain, had a bad experience before in Whitby and had the same experience now :( the room was like a motel room in a parking lot and extortionate price for what it was. Will be avoiding this chain in future. Staff were also rude at times and were all sat round socialising at one point when people were waiting at the bar to be severed. Not great
Tamara
Tamara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
I travel a lot for work and stay hotels 2-3 times a week, when I say this hotel is clean I mean immaculately clean. The rooms are spacious and comfy, the staff are incredible but the food in the restaurant was simply stunning. Say hello to Nellie and Nigel and of course Parker the dog.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Friendly staff, great breakfast, great evening meal. Would definitely reccomend stopping at The Swan.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
Great spot, good choice of food friendly staff
Victoria
Victoria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
A very comfortable room
ALISON MAY
ALISON MAY, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 13, 2024
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.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Absolutely no allowance for early check-in. Common areas are lovely and cozy. Great and plentiful breakfast options. We had a long haul to our room lugging suitcases up and down many sets of stairs.
Mary Jo
Mary Jo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2024
Wonderful inn, good restaurant and bar, within walking distance to Grasmere. Beautifully decorated, large rooms!
Becky
Becky, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Great view, great staff, great stay.
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.
Greg
Greg, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
Good location good staff and comfortable room
Donald
Donald, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Excellent hotel
Lovely hotel staff were excellent very helpful. Meals in restaurant and breakfast very good. Nice large room will stay again when next in area. Iur German friends loved the hotel
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 18, 2024
Really enjoyed our stay at the Swan, will return at some point.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2024
Beautiful old building, nice staff and food.
Jill
Jill, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Excellent stay. Great staff, food, drink, surroundings! Just bas pillows! 😩
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Very well kept and looked after.
Food was great too.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
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
Neal
Neal, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 22, 2024
The staff was attentive and welcoming. This is a warm, rustic hotel nestled in one of the most beautiful corners of the world that you will ever find.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2024
The Inn is located in walking distance to the village of Grasmere, surrounded by a lovely landscape. The Family Room with the Bunk beds was spacious and very clean, located in an annex it was truely quiet. Would definitely return!
Bianca
Bianca, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2024
Overnight Stay
Very good service. Room was spotless and breakfast tasty.
Hugh
Hugh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2024
Beautiful property with lots of character. Lots of neat nooks and crannies. Beautiful grounds. Nice restaurant.
Jeanne
Jeanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
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!