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The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Wordsworth Museum

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Garden
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room with sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room with sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room with Bunks | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room with Bunks

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Budget Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Wordsworth Museum and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. This 46-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • The Herdy Shop - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grasmere Garden Village - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grasmere Showground - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dove Cottage - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Wordsworth Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Badger Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

Hotel with free parking, near Wordsworth Museum
Guests staying at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and luggage storage.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, safes, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Swan Inn

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1650
  • Renovated entire property - April 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

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

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

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 available
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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Is a free cancellation option available at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Dec 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group on Jan 5, 2026 start from $105.49, excluding 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.

What is there to do close to The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

This hotel is located in Ambleside, a short 16-minute walk from Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water and also 16 minutes on foot from Dove Cottage. You'll also find Grasmere Garden Village and The Herdy Shop less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group feature a casino at the property?

No, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include bathrobes and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group serves breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Swan Inn.

Will The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group?

No, at The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.