Daffodil Hotel & Spa

We were gifted an overnight as part of our 25th anniversary celebrations. I had stayed once previously and had had a wonderful stay. This time we weren’t too impressed. The room itself was pleasant and the bed super comfy - we slept extremely well - (room 312) but there was another room with its window at right angles to ours and we could see straight into each other’s rooms (photo attached). This meant we closed our curtains earlier than we would have as we didn’t feel comfortable knowing our room was so visible to others. Other than that, the robes provided for the spa are not big enough for larger folk (size 16-18). Last time I visited the robes were thick luxury towelling and were huge! No way I’d walk through public areas in the current sized robes (and you are required to do this from your room to the spa). Didn’t want the embarrassment of asking reception for anything larger (which they probably don’t have anyway) so gave the spa a miss. It is a lovely hotel but this was our experience this time.

Having visited this hotel the previous October in 2024, we were keen to return as we'd had a lovely time. Unfortunately the Junior suite we'd booked had a faulty blind which looked awful and there were stains on the carpet. To the credit of the lovely receptionist, we were moved immediately to a better suite and all seemed fine. However as time went on we both noticed a drainy smell in the bathroom which got worse over the 3 nights we were there. In the restaurant, particularly on the Friday evening of Storm Amy, the staff were great but overworked and there were delays to the service. We had also been told at reception that the kitchen could not adapt the menu to accommodate us vegetarians. Unable to leave the hotel due to the storm, we decided to go straight to the restaurant and see what would happen. Again, the staff were very helpful and said it was no problem to create food for us. Not sure why the chap at reception had said otherwise. Our overall impression this time around was that the hotal generally seemed tired and not so polished. The setting is wonderful, our view was lovely and most of the staff including maintenance were great. However, a revamp is maybe needed to bring the rooms up to the level expected. Also more staff would help to ease the burden at very busy meal times.

Paid for a suite with a lake view. The view was lovely but the suite itself was a let down. The room was large but it did not have the feel of luxury. The suite looked tired and well used. There was no fridge and no complimentary extras. The mattress needed replacing as springs were sticking up, this ruined our nights sleep. The noise from the restaurant below was horrendous - lots of banging! The noise outside the door started at 7am with people going past and banging doors. ||The spa was relaxing. However we couldn’t lay on a lounger because people were leaving their towels and dressing gowns on them instead of hanging them up. The food served at the hotel was delicious. The location of the hotel is great and the surroundings are beautiful. Overall it wasn’t value for money.

Edited review: Moses, the Reception Manager is one of the nicest and kindest person to deal with. We had issues on our previous stay however he made sure we don’t have bad experience and looked after us from the moment we complained. Rooms need refurbishment and it’s the owners task to do. They must invest money into it to keep the hotel on good standards. Staff: AMAZING Spa: BRILLIANT Please, make sure the hotel gets refurbished this is the only way to make people come back.

We had an awkward moment upon arrival. We knew we were early and had already completed the online check in the night before. When we went to reception, we were simply told "we're dealing with check outs right now". No offer to go and sit in the bar or on the terrace, just come back later. Strange behaviour for any hotel, let alone a 4 star one. The room was quite large, with the usual complimentary tea and coffee, but strangely there was no fridge, and it being a birthday break, we had perishable goods that were slightly spoiled as a result. The bathroom had a large bath and separate shower, with good pressure. The view was spectacular! We saw the sun hitting the tops of the peaks in the morning through one window, and saw it disappear in the evening through the other windows, both having French doors and a Juliet balcony. The spar has a pool, with several areas offering different features. There's also a sauna and steam room as well as a range of treatments for an additional fee. The first day it was fairly quiet but on the second it became quite busy. We went on a long hike from a nearby town and when we got back to the room, although housekeeping had serviced it, they'd left a dirty glass next to the bed and the complimentary water hadn't been replaced. Minor things but when you're desperate for a cuppa and you have to go out to get water, it does detract a little from the experience. We went to the bar for a drink after dinner and were surprised that they didn't have the best selection of wines available. When we ordered a cocktail, what turned up at the table wasn't the one we'd ordered. The bar area itself (in the entrance lobby) gave the feel of a waiting room, with no atmosphere and seating that could do with some tlc. The bar upstairs was actually quite depressing so we took our drinks back to the room. When the sun hits the outdoor terrace, it's a beautiful spot to sit quietly and enjoy the views of the lake and the valley. If you're an aviation buff, seeing, then hearing the low level fighter jets passing by is something to behold! All that being said, we had a fantastic time and would recommend it to anyone wanting a break in the lakes.

We stayed in a family suite with a view of Grasmere lake. The room was perfect for our needs, although the televisions are now looking dated compared to the larger screens provided in other hotels. Breakfast was efficient and of a good quality and we enjoyed the Spa on a couple of occasions also. We would return when we next visit Grasmere.

Excellent property. We stayed in a family room which was very comfortable for 2 adults and 2 teenagers. Lots of sitting areas (we did some work from there) and lounges/bars. Friendly people - special thanks to Marcus for helping me charge my car. Gorgeous location by the water. 10 min walk into Grasmere.

A Charming Lakeside Retreat with Just a Few Quirks – The Daffodil Hotel & Spa My wife and I recently enjoyed a delightful stay at The Daffodil Hotel & Spa in the breathtaking Lake District, and let me tell you, the setting alone is worth the trip! The walks we embarked on were nothing short of spectacular – truly breathtaking vistas at every turn. First impressions? The staff here are simply superb. From check-in to check-out, everyone was more than helpful, incredibly polite, and utterly professional. A real credit to the hotel! The hotel itself is wonderfully clean and nicely decorated, with a lovely modern feel. Our room was a good size, spotlessly clean, and offered a truly comfy haven with a glorious view out onto the lake. The bathroom was equally impressive, with a generously sized and seemingly brand-new bath – perfect for a relaxing soak after a long day of exploring. Now, for a couple of gentle observations. The spa, while perfectly functional, felt a little more "home spa" than luxurious escape. Think cosy rather than expansive. It features a small pool with a built-in spa section, one sauna, and one steam room. While that might sound like plenty, with more than a handful of guests, it could get a tad "cozy" – perhaps a little too intimate for some! Dining was a bit of a mixed bag. Initially, peeking at other diners' plates, we thought we were in for a treat, but the menu turned out to be a touch limited and the flavours, dare I say, a little bland. However, our waiter was fantastic – again, helpful and incredibly polite, saving the day with his excellent service. Breakfast was a buffet affair, which, personally, isn't my favourite style (but hey, that's just me!). The coffee, a filter brew, had us raising an eyebrow. It resembled dishwater more than a morning pick-me-up, and we had to politely request a stronger re-brew. All that being said, we genuinely enjoyed our time at The Daffodil. Despite a few minor quibbles, the incredible location, wonderful staff, and comfortable room really shone through. We're happy to give it a solid four-star rating. Perhaps a 3.5 if that were an option, but since it's not, we felt compelled to nudge it up a tad for the sheer joy of those stunning Lake District views and the genuinely lovely people who work there.

We stayed here during our visit to the Lake District and I highly recommend it! We were there for hiking in mid-July and I expected it to be flooded with tourist (like us) but it wasn't. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking and our hikes were amazing. (Helm Crag, Silver How & Easdale Tarn) The staff at the Daffodil were friendly and helpful. Our stay included breakfast which included a great selection of hot and cold items. Our room was a corner unit with a fabulous view and it was clean and well maintained. Unfortunately, I didn't have any spa treatments but I did take advantage of the pool, sauna and steam room. Fabulous! The only strange thing is, if your coming from your room in your bathing suit and robe, you do have to walk into the lobby to access the spa area. Just a little odd I thought. I honestly cannot day enough nice things about this place and I can't wait to visit again. If I could teleport back to any point in time in our entire vacation it would be to Grasmere. A stunning place to visit and a stunning hotel to stay at.

I remember my first visit to the Lake District in the 1980s ... we stayed in little family B&Bs and the idea of luxury seemed planets away. Now, at the foot of Grasmere Lake, less than a football field away from William Wordsworth's Dove Cottage and Lake Grasmere, is the exquisite hotel and spa named for the poet's favorite flower. I'm a two-time English degree holder, so I'm a sucker for little touches of literature. I loved their interior pictures and artwork ... Ronald Dahl book covers, Beatrix Potter stuff, and, of course, Wordsworth. The rooms are amazing, the food is amazing, you won't want to leave after a spa treatment. It is EXPENSIVE. The thing that sets Daffodil apart is the "at home" feel you get ... you don't just feel like a pampered guest, you feel like part of the family. It reminds me of the first luxury hotel I stayed at in the UK ... the Randolph in Oxford ... it's a place you wouldn't mind spending Christmas at because you feel at home. Anything that gets people to Grasmere, and to the history of Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter, is tops in my book. Trust me, come to the Lake District ... and if you want to see it at its most luxurious, stay at the Daffodil. Rain, spritz, or shine, you will definitely feel the presence of Wordsworth, walking the hotel grounds on the lake. "I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o'er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze."