The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
$201
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Avg. for September
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$201
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group average $135 in January, the cheapest month, and $210 in May, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $135 |
| February | $143 |
| March | $149 |
| April | $176 |
| May | $210 |
| June | $196 |
| July | $189 |
| August | $196 |
| September | $201 |
| October | $179 |
| November | $145 |
| December | $163 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 46 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Ambleside, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Wordsworth Museum and Dove Cottage. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Lake Windermere.
What's nearby
The Herdy Shop(0.5 miles)
Grasmere Garden Village(0.7 miles)
Grasmere Showground(0.7 miles)
Helm Crag(0.7 miles)
St Oswald's Church(0.7 miles)
Cocoa Hearts(0.7 miles)
Wordsworth Museum(0.8 miles)
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water(0.8 miles)
Grasmere(0.8 miles)
Dove Cottage(0.9 miles)
Faeryland(0.9 miles)
Alcock Tarn(1.2 miles)
Easdale Tarn(1.2 miles)
Rydal Water(1.7 miles)
Allan Bank(2.3 miles)
The nearest major airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL)(105.2 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Hiking
Location
Keswick Rd, Grasmere, England, United Kingdom
The Herdy Shop (0.5 miles)
Grasmere Garden Village (0.7 miles)
Grasmere Showground (0.7 miles)
Helm Crag (0.7 miles)
St Oswald's Church (0.7 miles)
Cocoa Hearts (0.7 miles)
Guest reviews
8.4
Very good
Based on 1,089 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
73%
Family
14%
Group
7%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group, travellers praise the scenic, walkable location, friendly staff, comfortable clean rooms, and hearty breakfasts, while noting occasional dining/service delays, bar-style ordering, and some rooms being warm, noisy, or lacking views.
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What guests think
At The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group, travellers praise the scenic, walkable location, friendly staff, comfortable clean rooms, and hearty breakfasts, while noting occasional dining/service delays, bar-style ordering, and some rooms being warm, noisy, or lacking views.
Check-in and internal wayfinding can feel unguided, and peak periods sometimes lead to queues due to limited table service. Dinner experiences vary, with some long waits, item availability issues, and occasional quality or temperature problems, and several guests finding prices high. Overall, expect a charming inn in a superb setting with warm hospitality, best for walkers and dog owners who are happy with casual pub service.
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Facilities
Dog-friendly inn with a lively pub, beer garden and attractive grounds, plus free Wi-Fi and on-site parking. Some note many stairs and no lift, and parking can feel limited when the hotel is full.
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Leslie
Nov 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing stay, that amazing we decided to extend our stay to another night! Can’t fault anything. Food is also great! Great dog friendly pub too. Will definitely recommend this place. We will sure be returning! Thank you
Amazing stay, that amazing we decided to extend our stay to another night! Can’t fault anything. Food is also great! Great dog friendly pub too. Will definitely recommend this place. We will sure be returning! Thank you
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Mary Jo
Nov 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Ann-Marie
Jul 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We have stayed here before and enjoyed our stay as we did this time but there were a few changes in there is no restaurant as such and I forgot there was no lift. My fault but struggle with stairs. Food is provided but not a great selection on the menu.
We have stayed here before and enjoyed our stay as we did this time but there were a few changes in there is no restaurant as such and I forgot there was no lift. My fault but struggle with stairs. Food is provided but not a great selection on the menu.
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Angela
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel as described. 10 minutes walk into Grasmere. Free parking, although I doubt enough if hotel at capacity. Bus stop outside. Breakfast was nice & plenty of options. We had dinner one evening and it was good & good value. Dog friendly, in fact Luna felt bery welcome! We decline one days room clean in exchange for a couple of free drinks, that was a nice idea and encoraged reuse of towels etc All in all great stay
Hotel as described. 10 minutes walk into Grasmere. Free parking, although I doubt enough if hotel at capacity. Bus stop outside. Breakfast was nice & plenty of options. We had dinner one evening and it was good & good value. Dog friendly, in fact Luna felt bery welcome! We decline one days room clean in exchange for a couple of free drinks, that was a nice idea and encoraged reuse of towels etc All in all great stay
10
Stephanie
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Visit the lakes regularly, normally stopping in a holiday cottage however as we were only visiting for one night booked the Swan at Grasmere and so glad we did. Staff were very friendly and accommodating, room (budget room for £85 B&B) was perfect and large and think was only a budget room as it didn’t have much of a view. We ate out at the Yan Bistro up the road as we’ve been wanting to go there for some time (which I can highly recommend) so can’t comment on the food at the Swan but what we saw being taken to tables looked very nice. Breakfast was great with a lot of choice and cooked to order. Will definitely be staying again and will bring our dog next time as it’s very dog friendly!
Visit the lakes regularly, normally stopping in a holiday cottage however as we were only visiting for one night booked the Swan at Grasmere and so glad we did. Staff were very friendly and accommodating, room (budget room for £85 B&B) was perfect and large and think was only a budget room as it didn’t have much of a view. We ate out at the Yan Bistro up the road as we’ve been wanting to go there for some time (which I can highly recommend) so can’t comment on the food at the Swan but what we saw being taken to tables looked very nice. Breakfast was great with a lot of choice and cooked to order. Will definitely be staying again and will bring our dog next time as it’s very dog friendly!
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jayne
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I loved the location of this beautiful Inn. I got a warm welcome from the team and enoyed a delicious sunday roast while waiting for my room. Room 10 has a terrible view and noise from the aircon. It is spacious and nicely decorated with a large shower room. There is free parking, wifi and good facilities in the room. Breakfast is lovely and there is a wonderful beer garden
I loved the location of this beautiful Inn. I got a warm welcome from the team and enoyed a delicious sunday roast while waiting for my room. Room 10 has a terrible view and noise from the aircon. It is spacious and nicely decorated with a large shower room. There is free parking, wifi and good facilities in the room. Breakfast is lovely and there is a wonderful beer garden
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Tracey
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I was here for work, it was a great base. Wifi was excellent. Service was good. Food was great. Would definitely stay here again.
I was here for work, it was a great base. Wifi was excellent. Service was good. Food was great. Would definitely stay here again.
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Jeanne
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property with lots of character. Lots of neat nooks and crannies. Beautiful grounds. Nice restaurant.
Beautiful property with lots of character. Lots of neat nooks and crannies. Beautiful grounds. Nice restaurant.
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Peter
Jun 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Recently refurbished - work still ongoing in parts, but not an issue.
Recently refurbished - work still ongoing in parts, but not an issue.
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Amanda
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely garden at the rear, rooms a good size and everywhere clean. Staff very friendly and the food was great and a good selection. Dog friendly and no issues. Will definitely be going back. Also 5 min stroll into Grassmere village so a perfect location.
Lovely garden at the rear, rooms a good size and everywhere clean. Staff very friendly and the food was great and a good selection. Dog friendly and no issues. Will definitely be going back. Also 5 min stroll into Grassmere village so a perfect location.
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Cleanliness
Most guests find rooms and common areas very clean and well kept. A few report issues such as an unserviced room on arrival or bathroom odours, and occasional delays resolving maintenance.
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Michael
Mar 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Bianca
Aug 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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!
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!
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Greg
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Joshua
Apr 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything about the stay was great, but was disappointed upon arrival to find that the room hadn’t been made whatsoever. Meaning waiting for a new room and the early checkout reduced our overall time there. If it wasn’t for this issue. It would of been overall perfect stay
Everything about the stay was great, but was disappointed upon arrival to find that the room hadn’t been made whatsoever. Meaning waiting for a new room and the early checkout reduced our overall time there. If it wasn’t for this issue. It would of been overall perfect stay
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Paul
Dec 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Hugh
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very good service. Room was spotless and breakfast tasty.
Very good service. Room was spotless and breakfast tasty.
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Shannon
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
10
Philip R
Sep 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property was clean and very walkable. The entire area was absolutely beautiful. The room was large and clean.
The property was clean and very walkable. The entire area was absolutely beautiful. The room was large and clean.
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Lucy
Apr 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Unfortunately we had a very disappointing stay at The Swan. Firstly, I booked this as it shows on Hotels.com as four star but it is in fact 3 star. I would not usually chose to stay in 3 star accommodation as experience tells me it's usually hit and miss. This was miss. We stayed 2 nights, on the first night we stayed in room 16, our room had an issue with the drains in the bathroom. It smelt of sewerage after we took showers. This was so bad by morning that we couldn't clean our teeth in there. After housekeeping confirming it smelt we were told we could move rooms and it would be available later that day. Our night in room 5 made us wish we were back in the room that smelt of sewerage. Firstly it was an adjoining room so we could hear the next room clearly, not good for a family room as we were trying to get our daughter to sleep while she could hear the voices of strangers. Secondly, it was at the top of the stairs from the bar with a three inch gap under the door. We had to wait for everyone to return to their rooms after the bar closed and our neighbour to go to bed before we could sleep. Thirdly, it was on the main road and the internal double glazing by the children's bed was broken so it was noisy. Then it got worse...at 2:30am we were woken by banging above us and someone walking round continuously for over an hour while on the phone. This was in the staff sleeping area. The building is very old and creaky so we could hear everything unfortunately.
Unfortunately we had a very disappointing stay at The Swan. Firstly, I booked this as it shows on Hotels.com as four star but it is in fact 3 star. I would not usually chose to stay in 3 star accommodation as experience tells me it's usually hit and miss. This was miss. We stayed 2 nights, on the first night we stayed in room 16, our room had an issue with the drains in the bathroom. It smelt of sewerage after we took showers. This was so bad by morning that we couldn't clean our teeth in there. After housekeeping confirming it smelt we were told we could move rooms and it would be available later that day. Our night in room 5 made us wish we were back in the room that smelt of sewerage. Firstly it was an adjoining room so we could hear the next room clearly, not good for a family room as we were trying to get our daughter to sleep while she could hear the voices of strangers. Secondly, it was at the top of the stairs from the bar with a three inch gap under the door. We had to wait for everyone to return to their rooms after the bar closed and our neighbour to go to bed before we could sleep. Thirdly, it was on the main road and the internal double glazing by the children's bed was broken so it was noisy. Then it got worse...at 2:30am we were woken by banging above us and someone walking round continuously for over an hour while on the phone. This was in the staff sleeping area. The building is very old and creaky so we could hear everything unfortunately.
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Amanda
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely garden at the rear, rooms a good size and everywhere clean. Staff very friendly and the food was great and a good selection. Dog friendly and no issues. Will definitely be going back. Also 5 min stroll into Grassmere village so a perfect location.
Lovely garden at the rear, rooms a good size and everywhere clean. Staff very friendly and the food was great and a good selection. Dog friendly and no issues. Will definitely be going back. Also 5 min stroll into Grassmere village so a perfect location.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, including family options, with some quiet, dark rooms aiding sleep. However, several mention firm pillows, small bathrooms, limited ventilation causing heat, tricky layouts, or noise in certain locations.
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Bianca
Aug 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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!
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!
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Karen
Aug 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Was pleased that we were able to switch from a rear facing room to the front of the building. Best room views are at front of the hotel but as they’re next to a busy road which could sometimes be a bit noisy it would not suit everyone. Room was spacious and comfortable. Bathroom was fabulous. Food was good and I liked the policy of trading a morning room clean/bed made service the next day for a free drink each at the bar. We aren’t messy anyway, just shook duvet and plumped up pillows so wasn’t an inconvenience.
Was pleased that we were able to switch from a rear facing room to the front of the building. Best room views are at front of the hotel but as they’re next to a busy road which could sometimes be a bit noisy it would not suit everyone. Room was spacious and comfortable. Bathroom was fabulous. Food was good and I liked the policy of trading a morning room clean/bed made service the next day for a free drink each at the bar. We aren’t messy anyway, just shook duvet and plumped up pillows so wasn’t an inconvenience.
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Susan
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Food and atmosphere in the.pub was good. Room was very hot, 0nly a small window so very little air. Beds and pillows very uncomfortable. Room difficult to find and not much help from colleague I asked.
Food and atmosphere in the.pub was good. Room was very hot, 0nly a small window so very little air. Beds and pillows very uncomfortable. Room difficult to find and not much help from colleague I asked.
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Marc
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous location, 5 minute walk from centre of Grasmere. Great rooms but bed and pillows very firm only downside. Some people may prefer that. Pub itself has a great menu and beer selection, plus a fabulous breakfast. Great value for money. Public transport all over local area from bus stop outside front door.
Fabulous location, 5 minute walk from centre of Grasmere. Great rooms but bed and pillows very firm only downside. Some people may prefer that. Pub itself has a great menu and beer selection, plus a fabulous breakfast. Great value for money. Public transport all over local area from bus stop outside front door.
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Shannon
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
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Sarah
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet and spacious room. Quite dark and no views but comfortable. Plenty of dining options.
Quiet and spacious room. Quite dark and no views but comfortable. Plenty of dining options.
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Christopher
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room really quiet and dark which supported in getting a good nights sleep. Food and drinks nice and reasonably priced.
Room really quiet and dark which supported in getting a good nights sleep. Food and drinks nice and reasonably priced.
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jayne
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I loved the location of this beautiful Inn. I got a warm welcome from the team and enoyed a delicious sunday roast while waiting for my room. Room 10 has a terrible view and noise from the aircon. It is spacious and nicely decorated with a large shower room. There is free parking, wifi and good facilities in the room. Breakfast is lovely and there is a wonderful beer garden
I loved the location of this beautiful Inn. I got a warm welcome from the team and enoyed a delicious sunday roast while waiting for my room. Room 10 has a terrible view and noise from the aircon. It is spacious and nicely decorated with a large shower room. There is free parking, wifi and good facilities in the room. Breakfast is lovely and there is a wonderful beer garden
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Neil
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent stay. Great staff, food, drink, surroundings! Just bas pillows! 😩
Excellent stay. Great staff, food, drink, surroundings! Just bas pillows! 😩
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Megan
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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 😀
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 😀
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly and helpful, with standout assistance from staff. However, pre-arrival responses and check-in guidance can be patchy, peak times feel understaffed, and luggage help is limited.
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Adrian
Feb 10, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The Staff were excellent, very customer focused and were always approachable. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will return.
The Staff were excellent, very customer focused and were always approachable. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will return.
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Mary Jo
Nov 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Leigh
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
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Paul
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely situation staff attentive when available but under resourced which meant people were waiting at peak times. Recommended.
Lovely situation staff attentive when available but under resourced which meant people were waiting at peak times. Recommended.
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Jake
Sep 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent, friendly and helpful staff, lovely clean room. Great location, just a fab hotel!
Excellent, friendly and helpful staff, lovely clean room. Great location, just a fab hotel!
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Jeff
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Gillian
Jan 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved the refurbished bedroom very tastefully done &spacious The food was very good Staff friendly Only complaint was nobody to help elderly people to get their suitcases upstairs but apart from that we were very happy
We loved the refurbished bedroom very tastefully done &spacious The food was very good Staff friendly Only complaint was nobody to help elderly people to get their suitcases upstairs but apart from that we were very happy
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Tamara
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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Sonali
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cons: Non responsive to messages. We requested for an early check in- no response. We asked up to make up twin beds in one of our rooms, no response. Check in was also not the smoothest. We were just handed the keys and left to find our own rooms in a maze of a hotel. Would be nice if they had a dedicated check in desk and help with luggage etc and advise on where to park and how to access your room. Pros: The hotel was lovely and rooms were comfortable. Location was idyllic as well, surrounded by hills and farms and easy walk to Grasmere Village. Staff in the dining rooms/ bar was great as well.
Cons: Non responsive to messages. We requested for an early check in- no response. We asked up to make up twin beds in one of our rooms, no response. Check in was also not the smoothest. We were just handed the keys and left to find our own rooms in a maze of a hotel. Would be nice if they had a dedicated check in desk and help with luggage etc and advise on where to park and how to access your room. Pros: The hotel was lovely and rooms were comfortable. Location was idyllic as well, surrounded by hills and farms and easy walk to Grasmere Village. Staff in the dining rooms/ bar was great as well.
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Joseph
Sep 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, great breakfast, great evening meal. Would definitely reccomend stopping at The Swan.
Friendly staff, great breakfast, great evening meal. Would definitely reccomend stopping at The Swan.
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Location
Scenic setting within a short walk of Grasmere and popular trails, with a bus stop nearby for wider Lake District access.
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Bianca
Aug 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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!
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!
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Louisa
Sep 1, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel, in a great location, that’s easily walkable to the local village, Grasmere. Very comfortable bed and good sized room. Really nice breakfasts each morning, that set you up for the day! We really liked Wordsworth’s chair too!
Lovely hotel, in a great location, that’s easily walkable to the local village, Grasmere. Very comfortable bed and good sized room. Really nice breakfasts each morning, that set you up for the day! We really liked Wordsworth’s chair too!
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S
Feb 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was so convenient, a 10 minute stroll to Grasmere but the location was perfect, the best of both worlds. The satff, food and atmosphere added to the hotel stay, we cannot recommend them more!
The hotel was so convenient, a 10 minute stroll to Grasmere but the location was perfect, the best of both worlds. The satff, food and atmosphere added to the hotel stay, we cannot recommend them more!
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James
Sep 11, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A very comfortable hotel in a beautiful area, within a short walk of Grasmere. Very helpful staff.
A very comfortable hotel in a beautiful area, within a short walk of Grasmere. Very helpful staff.
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Jeff
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Marc
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous location, 5 minute walk from centre of Grasmere. Great rooms but bed and pillows very firm only downside. Some people may prefer that. Pub itself has a great menu and beer selection, plus a fabulous breakfast. Great value for money. Public transport all over local area from bus stop outside front door.
Fabulous location, 5 minute walk from centre of Grasmere. Great rooms but bed and pillows very firm only downside. Some people may prefer that. Pub itself has a great menu and beer selection, plus a fabulous breakfast. Great value for money. Public transport all over local area from bus stop outside front door.
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Angela
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel as described. 10 minutes walk into Grasmere. Free parking, although I doubt enough if hotel at capacity. Bus stop outside. Breakfast was nice & plenty of options. We had dinner one evening and it was good & good value. Dog friendly, in fact Luna felt bery welcome! We decline one days room clean in exchange for a couple of free drinks, that was a nice idea and encoraged reuse of towels etc All in all great stay
Hotel as described. 10 minutes walk into Grasmere. Free parking, although I doubt enough if hotel at capacity. Bus stop outside. Breakfast was nice & plenty of options. We had dinner one evening and it was good & good value. Dog friendly, in fact Luna felt bery welcome! We decline one days room clean in exchange for a couple of free drinks, that was a nice idea and encoraged reuse of towels etc All in all great stay
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Sarah
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Had a lovely stay at the Swan at Grasmere. Staff were all really nice and the room was great. The shower was also really good. Couldn't fault it and the weather was amazing. We would definitely recommend The Swan. The Bus stops right outside as well which was really handy. We didn't need to use the car all weekend.
Had a lovely stay at the Swan at Grasmere. Staff were all really nice and the room was great. The shower was also really good. Couldn't fault it and the weather was amazing. We would definitely recommend The Swan. The Bus stops right outside as well which was really handy. We didn't need to use the car all weekend.
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Ashlee
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
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Amanda
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely garden at the rear, rooms a good size and everywhere clean. Staff very friendly and the food was great and a good selection. Dog friendly and no issues. Will definitely be going back. Also 5 min stroll into Grassmere village so a perfect location.
Lovely garden at the rear, rooms a good size and everywhere clean. Staff very friendly and the food was great and a good selection. Dog friendly and no issues. Will definitely be going back. Also 5 min stroll into Grassmere village so a perfect location.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for choice and taste, and many enjoy the pub meals. Cons include occasional long waits, inconsistent food temperature or availability, and prices that feel high to some.
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Mal
Aug 14, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
A superb hotel in a great location, very well fitted out with quality fittings. Somewhat confusing with high end menus - posh words, but many items not available, ended up ordering burgers! Which could have come from McD presented on an otherwise empty plate! The posh pie of the day was cheese and onion! A very wordy chicken dish was a chicken leg on top of mash. Come on, get your catering sorted, the condiments and cutlery trays on the table were very ‘greasy spoon’ like. We ate in another hotel of the same chain locally which was very good.
A superb hotel in a great location, very well fitted out with quality fittings. Somewhat confusing with high end menus - posh words, but many items not available, ended up ordering burgers! Which could have come from McD presented on an otherwise empty plate! The posh pie of the day was cheese and onion! A very wordy chicken dish was a chicken leg on top of mash. Come on, get your catering sorted, the condiments and cutlery trays on the table were very ‘greasy spoon’ like. We ate in another hotel of the same chain locally which was very good.
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Janet
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Breakfast choice was excellent and the quality of food served was delicious.
The Breakfast choice was excellent and the quality of food served was delicious.
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Michelle
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was wonderful. Room comfortable. Staff in hotel were all excellent. Food was fabulous
Hotel was wonderful. Room comfortable. Staff in hotel were all excellent. Food was fabulous
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Amanda
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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 .
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 .
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Marc
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous location, 5 minute walk from centre of Grasmere. Great rooms but bed and pillows very firm only downside. Some people may prefer that. Pub itself has a great menu and beer selection, plus a fabulous breakfast. Great value for money. Public transport all over local area from bus stop outside front door.
Fabulous location, 5 minute walk from centre of Grasmere. Great rooms but bed and pillows very firm only downside. Some people may prefer that. Pub itself has a great menu and beer selection, plus a fabulous breakfast. Great value for money. Public transport all over local area from bus stop outside front door.
10
Angela
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel as described. 10 minutes walk into Grasmere. Free parking, although I doubt enough if hotel at capacity. Bus stop outside. Breakfast was nice & plenty of options. We had dinner one evening and it was good & good value. Dog friendly, in fact Luna felt bery welcome! We decline one days room clean in exchange for a couple of free drinks, that was a nice idea and encoraged reuse of towels etc All in all great stay
Hotel as described. 10 minutes walk into Grasmere. Free parking, although I doubt enough if hotel at capacity. Bus stop outside. Breakfast was nice & plenty of options. We had dinner one evening and it was good & good value. Dog friendly, in fact Luna felt bery welcome! We decline one days room clean in exchange for a couple of free drinks, that was a nice idea and encoraged reuse of towels etc All in all great stay
8
Alan
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, no fuss, great pub grub and lovely clean and comfortable room. Good value.
Friendly staff, no fuss, great pub grub and lovely clean and comfortable room. Good value.
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Bronwen
Oct 17, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Food needs to improve, fantastic setting, brilliant staff, hotel upgraded to a high standard, the food let’s it down, especially the under cooked bacon & sausages at breakfast, & the greasy chips at dinner time.
Food needs to improve, fantastic setting, brilliant staff, hotel upgraded to a high standard, the food let’s it down, especially the under cooked bacon & sausages at breakfast, & the greasy chips at dinner time.
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Matthew
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was lovely. Room was perfect for a young family of 4, unfortunately the window in our room didn’t open which meant it did get quite warm on the evening and throughout the night. We found food and drink to be very expensive and would expect much better quality given the location and the price. Breakfast was great. Scores on the doors 3.5-4/5.
Hotel was lovely. Room was perfect for a young family of 4, unfortunately the window in our room didn’t open which meant it did get quite warm on the evening and throughout the night. We found food and drink to be very expensive and would expect much better quality given the location and the price. Breakfast was great. Scores on the doors 3.5-4/5.
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Mark
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff appeared completely diss interested in guests. Breakfast very poor quality
Staff appeared completely diss interested in guests. Breakfast very poor quality
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Heather
Jul 2, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved everything about our stay except that the bathroom was very small - hard to even dry off after a shower -- the space in the room was so tight. Parking was also challenging. Otherwise, lovely place with very pleasant staff. We were there during a heat wave, and a very nice staff person rounded up a fan for us. We were comfortable with the fan blowing on us all night (there is no AC but we didn't mind). The breakfast was excellent, including the vegetarian full English. Lovely outdoor seating area. Easy walk to the center of the village. I would definitely stay there again.
Loved everything about our stay except that the bathroom was very small - hard to even dry off after a shower -- the space in the room was so tight. Parking was also challenging. Otherwise, lovely place with very pleasant staff. We were there during a heat wave, and a very nice staff person rounded up a fan for us. We were comfortable with the fan blowing on us all night (there is no AC but we didn't mind). The breakfast was excellent, including the vegetarian full English. Lovely outdoor seating area. Easy walk to the center of the village. I would definitely stay there again.
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Ayse Dilan
May 24, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and friendly. Lovely garden.
Very clean and friendly. Lovely garden.
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michael
Apr 30, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely pub/hotel on outskirts of Grasmere. Ideally situated for plentiful local walks and exploring. Good choice and quality of food.
Lovely pub/hotel on outskirts of Grasmere. Ideally situated for plentiful local walks and exploring. Good choice and quality of food.
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Martin
Apr 10, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
Very friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
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Sheila
Feb 14, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
FAQs about The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 14.50 per person.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of GBP 25, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Ambleside, within a 5-minute drive of Wordsworth Museum and Dove Cottage, and 1.2 miles from Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. The nearest major airport is John Lennon Airport, approximately 105.2 miles away.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-09-19: 349.9144235107422USD
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The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- 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.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Fee for English breakfast: 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)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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