Daffodil Hotel & Spa

Well located and about a 10 minute walk along the main road from the centre of Grasmere. We stayed in a first floor lake view room which had a lovely view across the outside seating area and lovely lawned garden to the beautiful lake and hills beyond. Although the carpet was stained, the room was otherwise clean and comfortable with a good bath and separate shower cubicle.|We enjoyed the self service breakfast which was freshly cooked and well presented. Our evening meal was also excellent with very good customer service. The restaurant is on the first floor along with a separate very large ‘sitting room’ which to me had the feel of an old persons care facility. The bar is a small curtained off area of the dining room - not at all conducive to a relaxing pint after a long day walking in the hills. There’s another bar area on the ground floor near the reception desk and the large function room.|There is a small pool and spa facility with sauna.

Stayed here for my wife's 60th birthday recommended by a friend. Wasn't disappointed. Brilliant hotel in a wonderful location.||The staff were very friendly & helpful to ensure we had a fantastic stay. The room was clean & tidy. The spa was lovely. The food was exceptional, plenty of choice and excellent quality.||Will definitely be back. Would recommend a lake view room.||

The trip was a christmas present to my partner, we travelled just 2 weeks after xmas. The property is at a great location right next to one of the lakes. The car park is big and was almost full when we arrived. The staff was kind and helpful. The room was clean, good sized with a super king size bed. The spa facilities are great, there’s a sauna, steam room and a pool with jacuzzi. We dined at the hotel restaurant, have to book in advance because it’s very busy. Food was great and well priced.

Romantic SPA hotel by the Lakes. Room was spacious and clean with extra large double bed. No mini fridge in the room. Modern bathroom. The staff is friendly and welcoming. SPA is brilliant with a sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, water jet neck massage. All included in the booking, no need to pay extra. We dined in the hotel restaurant, food was good and well priced.

We booked this stay for my boyfriend's birthday; the location was ideal for Grasmere/Ambleside, and the steam room and sauna were nice. However, I did encounter some issues during my stay. Firstly, the hotel is much more dated than shown in the photos. The spa pool was smaller and shallower than shown, so I would bear this in mind if you are after a swim with your spa stay. Secondly, the staff experience was rather poor. When we arrived at 1 pm, we were uncertain whether the room would be ready. When we went to reception to check in, there was no greeting or offer of assistance; instead, a lady stared at us until either my boyfriend or I asked if we could check-in. She also provided no information about when the check-out time was when we could use the spa facilities or the parking. The breakfast was okay, nothing special but there was some nicer staff members here. It is important to mention, that the bed and pillows were both very hard so a lot of disruptive sleep, unfortunately. Also, as mentioned it was my boyfriend's birthday, however, there was no acknowledgement which is why I would suggest skipping this hotel if you want a special experience for any special occasion. Over all, it was a disappointing stay, and for the price, I expected more.

I recently stayed at the Daffodil Hotel, and I have to say, it was a delightful experience from start to almost finish. The reception staff greeted us with warm smiles and were incredibly helpful throughout our stay. The buffet breakfast was a dream come true for any food lover, with a spread that left us spoiled for choice. The spa facilities were just as luxurious as advertised. However, we did encounter an unexpected guest in the jacuzzi—a large shark looking for a snack! While the spa's ambiance was serene, the surprise visitor added an unexpected thrill to our relaxation. Attached is a photo of the shark's handiwork. Despite our aquatic adventure, we had a fantastic time, and the staff handled the situation with humor and professionalism. We'd definitely recommend the Daffodil Hotel for anyone looking for an unforgettable stay.

I don’t usually write reviews however having almost been put off booking from reading some I wanted to praise how amazing our weekend has been. I booked the 2 night foodie escape offer as a surprise for my partners 30th birthday and we honestly couldn’t be happier, from start to finish everything was perfect! We arrived at 1:30pm expecting to explore the village before being able to check in at 3pm but were lucky enough to have our room available early. Reception staff were lovely and always said hello any time we passed throughout our stay. Our double room was clean and spacious with a nice bathroom, the king size bed felt huge and very comfortable! Although our room overlooked part of the car park we still had a great view of the mountains and didn’t experience any noise. A card and box of chocolates had also been left to celebrate the birthday which was a much appreciated special touch! We had a gorgeous dinner in the hotel our first evening, highly recommend the beef gnocchi and lamb shoulder! Breakfast both mornings was possibly the best breakfast we’ve had in a UK hotel, we loved the option of help yourself or made to order from the menu, staff were really friendly and attentive. We waited no more than 5 minutes for our coffee and toast, which if you’re getting your own breakfast by the time you’re back it was pretty much perfect timing to it arriving! We also enjoyed afternoon tea over the weekend which again did not disappoint, very generous portions and delicious! Pool area although not huge was still relaxing and enjoyable, we were in there at the same time as around 5 other couples and there was still plenty of room. The sauna was amazing and a real highlight for me! Honestly a 10/10 weekend! Don’t need to review the scenery as that speaks for itself - completely stunning, as is the village of Grasmere. Perfect base for plenty of amazing walks. The electric car charging was also a great bonus for us! I feel it was well worth the amount paid and would 100% return in the future!

Fantastic hotel, staff were so friendly and helpful. Great food for breakfast and evening meal. Very luxurious bedroom, comfortable bed. Robes provided for spa. Spa was lovely. Great walks with routes proving hotel. Walking distance to town for pubs and more food, Tweedies was excellent.||

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."