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The Swan Hotel and Spa

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Lake Windermere

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Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly

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The Swan Hotel, Newby Bridge, Ulverston, England, LA12 8NB
  • Place, Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fell Foot Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Lovely Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Lovely Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Fabulous Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Fabulous Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Splendid Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Newby Bridge

The Swan Hotel and Spa is located within a mile (2 km) of Lake Windermere and Lakes Aqaurium. This 4-star hotel has 87 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Fell Foot Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 14 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 14 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

  • Grange-over-Sands Station - 11 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig and Whistle - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Haverthwaite Railway Station Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Manor House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Swan Hotel and Spa

Hotel with a full-service spa, near Lake Windermere
At The Swan Hotel and Spa, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and access to locker space. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and an off-leash area. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a steam room, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer slippers. Electric kettles, phones, and ironing boards are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a steam room, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Holte Spa has 6 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • 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

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day

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 accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

The Swan Hotel
The Swan Hotel and Spa Hotel
The Swan Hotel and Spa Ulverston
The Swan Hotel and Spa Hotel Ulverston

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Swan Hotel and Spa?

The Swan Hotel and Spa offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around The Swan Hotel and Spa?

This hotel is located in Ulverston, a short 17-minute walk from Lake Windermere and also 20 minutes on foot from Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing. You'll also find Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and Lakes Aqaurium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Swan Hotel and Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at The Swan Hotel and Spa?

Holte Spa is the hotel's spa and services include hot stone massages, Thai massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy.

Does The Swan Hotel and Spa have a casino at the property?

No, The Swan Hotel and Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Swan Hotel and Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Swan Hotel and Spa?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at The Swan Hotel and Spa?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Swan Hotel and Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Swan Hotel and Spa doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Swan Hotel and Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Swan Hotel and Spa for a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area and food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Swan Hotel and Spa?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Swan Hotel and Spa?

No, at The Swan Hotel and Spa, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Swan Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 108 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place, friendly staff, easy parking and good facilities. Rooms were way to warm and uncomfortable to sleep in - AC not operational & the fans provided did little to alleviate the stuffiness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fold away bed needs a more comfortable mattress
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ben

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

megan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lovely hotel but unsafe heat wise

The room was so hot it was unsafe. The air conditioning units have been decomissioned but there is no fans or alternative options to be cool- anf the reception staff really didnt care. The rest of the hotel was lovely and food was great for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Russ

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unfortunately not good value for money. Hotel pool and facilities were tired and not clean. Room's air con didnt work and fans werent provided. Restaurant food was nice but expensive for what it was.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. Staff super friendly and accommodation was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Staff & service
Very noisy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Business traveler

A must stay

It was an amazing stay the staff were just incredible outstanding in fact very friendly and helpful nothing was too much trouble, the hotel was spotless the food was great definitely a 5 stars from me
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mid week break

Wonderful stay comfortable beds amazing breakfast very impressed,we will come again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We chose this hotel as it was promoted as dog friendly and we were visiting the area for hikes with our pup. Overall we enjoyed our stay. We thought the food in the restaurant was really great - especially the Sunday roast! Parking was included which was great, and there's a really nice trail right from the property that was perfect for morning strolls. The staff were very friendly and the room was spacious and nice. We did feel that overall the establishment was understaffed and it led to a subpar experience in some ways. We were constantly left waiting in the restaurant for orders to be taken and things were forgotten on numerous occasions. At the spa, they let way too many people in and it was overcrowded, loud and not relaxing. There wasn't even a spot on the wall to lean on in the hot tubs. This was a bit disappointing as its a lovely spa and has so much potential. Only sharing this feedback in hopes some small changes could be made to bring the hotel up to it's full potential!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Very nice rooms and spa was good. Food excellent but due to being very busy there was quite a wait for food and drinks: 30 minutes. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast choices were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff are fantastic- extremely helpful and friendly. Breakfast a little chaotic. If you’re not early you can be waiting 45mins for food and they ran out of eggs during our stay. Also almost all of our group of 16 had to have tepid or cold showers which was also disappointing. That said we enjoyed our stay and we’d go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stay was good, last day waited nearly an hour for breakfast had to leave as I had work so no breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve been to the Swan a few times over the past few years. It’s a real shame to see such a nice hotel be neglected. It is in dire need of a refurb. Peeling wall paper in the bar area, mold on the bedrooms and restaurant, hall lights not working. We were so disappointed, especially as they market themselves as a high-end hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

andrea

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Please stay elsewhere

Just got home really upset. Saved up to take my mum as a special treat. We arrived and checked into our “lovely room”. There is nothing lovely about this room. It was filthy. I was embarrassed to take my mum. I’m not one to complain and feel awkward in doing so so didn’t say anything. Had we been asked how everything was then I would’ve said but we weren’t even asked on checking out how we found everything. First the room was shocking , drafty and in desperate need of a full makeover. It’s tired, paint chipping, dirty marks all over, really grubby heavily stained carpet. Filthy radiator, who knows what we were breathing in from it. Heavily marked area where the tea and coffee pot were. No slippers, robes or bottled water as advertised . Windows were like a health hazard, black mould, really cold draft coming through, heavily disguised with shutters. We went to the spa, same again, dirty. Foam scum in the pool. Used cups, food containers and plastic glasses littered everywhere, on tables, around the pool, outside, towels everywhere. We were in there for 2hrs and they were still there when we left! Restaurant food was ok but expensive. The waiter was very nice. He was the best thing about it. The hotel was cold and drafty. My mum gets cold so he sat us at “the warmest table” in the restaurant as it was next to a radiator…this wasn’t on! The fires were out in the evening. We had to go back up and put an extra layer on to sit in the bar area as it was that drafty.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointed with the stay was expecting boutique but got budget hotel vibes - Room was nothing like advertised and felt dated & dirty - Staff on reception unhelpful - Twilight Spa Experience -The Spa was filthy - No beds available as all covered in dirty towels & empty glasses from people who had left in the day - Only good thing was the pub restaurant & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and friendly. Very welcoming of my little dog which is a quality i look for in people. The hotel is beautiful. Food excellent. Loved our short stay but definitely going back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Gala New Year’s Eve was very disappointing not worth the money food not very good and couldn’t hear the singer from where we were sat at all
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Favourite hotel

Another lovely stay at our favourite hotel, great food and service, lovely decor and super comfy bed. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024