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Ambleside Salutation Hotel

Ambleside · United Kingdom

Lake Rd, AmblesideView location

9.4/10Excellent965 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.4/109.4
Location9.8/109.8
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities9.4/109.4
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About Ambleside Salutation Hotel

The Ambleside Salutation Hotel, WorldHotels Distinctive is a unique hotel in the heart of the English Lake District. Here you can enjoy the epic scenery of the great outdoors and then return to equally impressive surroundings indoors too.

Explore the famous mountains and waterways of the region, enjoying the fresh air and knowing that the warmest welcome awaits you back at this excellent spa hotel in the Lake District.

When it’s time for rest and relaxation, the Ambleside Salutation Hotel, WorldHotels Distinctive offers a top-quality wining and dining experience to replenish those energy reserves. Even if you still happen to have the energy to burn, we have a high-tech gym and swimming pool on-site too.

If that all sounds too much like hard work, enjoy a massage or beauty treatment in our luxurious spa instead.

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If you want to explore shops as well as spectacular landscapes, the local attractions in and around Ambleside provide more than enough places to wander around during your stay at this delightful hotel.

Or why not venture a little further afield to Kendal (home of the mint cake), Keswick, or Grasmere?If you’re looking for a place to stay in the Lake District, the Ambleside Salutation Hotel, WorldHotels Distinctive has it all.

With a stay at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa in Ambleside (Ambleside Town Centre), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This spa hotel is 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from Lodore Falls and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from White Platts Recreation Ground.

Stay in one of 70 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 11:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
    • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Polish

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Armitt Museum and Library 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
White Platts Recreation Ground 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Rothay Park 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Ambleside Climbing Wall 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Stock Ghyll Force 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Borrans Park 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Lake Windermere 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Ambleside Pier 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Ambleside Roman Fort 1.5 km / 1 mi
Dora's Field 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Rydal Water 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Rydal Hall Labyrinth 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Rydal Mount 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Wansfell Pike 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Treetop Trek 3.9 km / 2.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 57
  • Number of floors (main building): 2
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  • Visa
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
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  • Fireplace
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • GymExtra charge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Library
  • BarExtra charge
  • Restaurant
  • Conference room: 1
  • Meeting room: 1
  • PhotocopierExtra charge
  • Indoor freshwater pool
  • SaunaExtra charge
  • Steam bath
  • Hot tubExtra charge
  • Spa treatments
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
  • Fitness
Upon availability

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  • DOUBLE CLASSICDOUBLE • CLASSICDBL.AS

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    DOUBLE CLASSIC

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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: DBL.AS

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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    SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

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  • SINGLE SUPERIORSINGLE • SUPERIORSGL.SU-1

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    SINGLE SUPERIOR

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: SGL.SU-1

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  • DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BEDDOUBLE • CLASSIC KING BEDDBL.AS-KG

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    DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BED

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    DOUBLE
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    CLASSIC KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.AS-KG

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Ambleside Salutation Hotel

    Room STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    Ambleside Salutation Hotel

    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBL.SU

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  • TWIN CLASSICTWIN • CLASSICTWN.AS

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    Ambleside Salutation Hotel

    TWIN CLASSIC

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    TWIN
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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: TWN.AS

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  • Room CLASSIC WITH BALCONYRoom • CLASSIC WITH BALCONYROO.AS-BL

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    Room CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

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    Room code: ROO.AS-BL

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  • DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BEDDOUBLE • EXECUTIVE KING BEDDBL.EJ-KG

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    Ambleside Salutation Hotel

    DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BED

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    DOUBLE
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    EXECUTIVE KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.EJ-KG

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  • DOUBLE LUXURYDOUBLE • LUXURYDBL.LX

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    Ambleside Salutation Hotel

    DOUBLE LUXURY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    LUXURY

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    Room code: DBL.LX

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  • Room CLASSICRoom • CLASSICROO.AS

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    Room CLASSIC

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: ROO.AS

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  • DOUBLE CLUB KING BEDDOUBLE • CLUB KING BEDDBL.CB-KG

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    DOUBLE CLUB KING BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    CLUB KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.CB-KG

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  • TWIN CLASSIC WITH BALCONYTWIN • CLASSIC WITH BALCONYTWN.AS-BL

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    Ambleside Salutation Hotel

    TWIN CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

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    Room code: TWN.AS-BL

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  • DOUBLE CLASSIC WITH BALCONYDOUBLE • CLASSIC WITH BALCONYDBL.AS-BL

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    Ambleside Salutation Hotel

    DOUBLE CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

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    Room code: DBL.AS-BL

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  • Room CLUBRoom • CLUBROO.CB

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    Room CLUB

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    CLUB

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    Room code: ROO.CB

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  • DOUBLE CLUBDOUBLE • CLUBDBL.CB

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    DOUBLE CLUB

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    CLUB

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    Room code: DBL.CB

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    Ambleside Salutation Hotel

    SUITE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • LODGE CLUBLODGE • CLUBLOD.CB

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    LODGE CLUB

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    LODGE
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    CLUB

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    Room code: LOD.CB

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Ambleside Salutation Hotel

9.4
Excellent
965 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Location
9.8 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.4 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2026
Emma
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8/10
Excellent
21 Jul 2026
Paul
Great hotel and location
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2026
Kate
Staff were lovely, room was delightful, the breakfast was tasty and generous, and the spa was excellent. A wonderful 2-night stay in Ambleside!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jul 2026
Kev
If you book a room with an outside hot tub double check you don’t get the Troutbeck room. The balcony is awful! Firstly, it is overlooked by a loft window above, so limited privacy and able to hear any conversations. On one side of the balcony there is two shipping containers stacked on top of each other, the other side an unkempt wall with a water feature attached. The water feature clearly hadn’t worked for sometime and was full of stagnant water. We raised this issue immediately but nothing was done to remedy this. Your view is off a metal fence with large gaps in it allowing walkers passing to see in . The room itself was fine. The staff were all pleasant and breakfast was pretty good . I booked the room through Expedia cheaper than the hotel offers so maybe that’s why we got the shabby room. I can’t comment on other rooms but this certainly wasn’t worth the money we paid!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2026
Roger
Great location for Ambleside and the lakes. Only minor points were car park was pretty tight and only 2 spaces that EVs could use of which one had a reserved car for a disabled driver (although next door sauce was marked for such cars).
Lack of air con made room quite warm on what was a very hot weekend, however rooms were well appointed and spacious.
Spa and gym were excellent and worth a visit, very clean too.
Food for breakfast could not be faulted and nice to have a varied choice of fish too.
Overall, highly recommended and good vfm too.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Wendy
The staff at the hotel were fantastic. Friendly and helpful. The breakfast choice was excellent. I do stay in a lot of hotels and the breakfast was one of the best in my opinion. Pool and spa area all clean. A bit dated in places. The bedroom was exceptionally clean with fresh water and tea coffee biscuits each day. The only negative was our room was extremely hot. Was altogether a wonderful hotel made mostly by the lovely staff.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
nichola
A lovely hotel in the heart of Ambleside. Our balcony room was in an annexe just a few steps from the main hotel. The hotel was spotlessly clean and the outdoor jacuzzi in the spa was a lifesaver in the immense heat we have just had. The food in the restaurant was lovely, breakfast was a continental buffet and hot from the menu and the dinner choice was very good and well priced.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Dave
We had a 5 night stay in June and on arrival we were awarded a room upgrade. The suite 'Woodlands' was excellent and although across the yard, was no problem at all.
Breakfasts were excellent with a great choice, including many fruits. Individual cooked items were well presented and tasty. We took 2 evening meals at the hotel and again the choice of meals on the menu and the quality was superb.
Staff were very helpful, professional and courteous.
The facilities including the lounge, bar, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and indoor and outdoor jacuzzis were all excellent
All in all a superb stay and a place thoroughly recommended and one worth coming back to.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Jeanette
Excellent hotel. Arrived early and was able to park up. The weather wasn’t too good so was able to use spa before checking in. Spa was really good and spent 2 hrs chilling whilst it rained outside. Staff throughout the hotel were all very helpful and the breakfast was superb.
Will defo stay at the hotel again and I would recommend it to anyone who wants the freedom to use the facilities of the hotel but be in close proximity to bars and restaurants outside.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2026
Richard Neil
Great hotel, everything perfect, will be back
Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Jun 2026
Pauline
Very good choice of breakfast spa and pool lovely very relaxing and you can stay as long as you like with no additional charges
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2026
Glynis
All was great, except we thought we had paid for an upgraded room. While it did have a balcony, it overlooked the parking lot rather than the village, with a tight configuration at the window. One staff member was particularly helpful, giving us great advice on hikes.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Paul
Room was spotless. All the staff were really friendly. Breakfast was beautiful with plenty of choice. All in all a lovely stay.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Derek
Great location for the lakes and central, great hotel - lovely. Bit of advice they have just opened up an outside bar in front of the special spa rooms, so if you are in a spa pool on your balcony it may be noisy - need to check with hotel I would suggest. The bar wasn't open when we went, It was just below and in front of our balcony so I can imagine it could get rowdy on an evening when some may just want to relax in their private outdoor spa on the balcony with a lovely view ? And the rooms are not cheap !! Great rooms as you have a private infra-red sauna and steam compartment/shower = WOW!! Breakfast and restaurant dinner food delicious
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Victoria
The breakfast was freshly cooked and it was really flexible choice from the menu. There was a full continental choice including porridge and whiskey and fruit and pastries. The staff were exceptional and you could see them being flexible across all areas of the hotel to make sure guests did not need to wait for anything. The parking was easily accessible and there was a spa and gym facilities that we didn't use as we had not prepared but when we go back we will definitely pack out swimming costumes
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Ruth
Wonderful staff. Nothing was too much trouble!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Mathew
Great stay, we arrived while the hotel waa experiencing a local power cut and the team on duty couldn't have been more helpful. It was all resolved quickly and we had a brilliant weekend. The spa was clean and well maintained, breakfast was well cooked and the hotel was spotless.

We stayed in a loft room with a sauna, steam room and spa bath and it was gorgeous. Light and airy with lots of space, we'll definitely be back!
Partner
4/10
Poor
27 May 2026
Robert
Very old fashioned room desperately in need of a refurbishment and a deep clean. Would suit a couple in their 80’s as that was the decor.

Breakfast was nice, but when my wife ordered poached eggs on toast she got 1 egg on 1/2 piece of toast, was pretty funny as it looked sad on the plate.

Staff were lovely
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
Maria
Went with my friends for 4 nights stay, it was lovely, very helpful staff, great breakfast, weather was gorgeous so we didn’t spend the days in the hotel. As we were doing long hikes and exploring all day, didn’t make it to the spa
Would definitely return
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Joanne
The hotel and rooms were very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was varied and the staff helped with my ‘unusual’ request. I didn’t use the Spa so cannot comment. Overall a very pleasant stay.
Friends
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2026
cheryl
Great second time at this hotel. Always a lovely chilled atmosphere in the heart of Ambleside.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 May 2026
Tom
Nice room and spa centre - good gym
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Jacqueline
We booked room with balcony and hot tub. Room was excellent, spacious with tea/coffee facilities and bathrobes/slippers,
We made use of the hot tub which was great.
Staff very friendly.
Breakfast choice and food great
Would highly recommend this hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Keir
Brilliant
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Colin
overall our weekend break in the Salutation Hotel, Ambleside was very enjoyable, couldnt fault the very pleasant staff/ service. The meals especially the Breakfast was outstanding. Our room was very comfortable and had everything required for an enjoyable stay. One struggle initially was the parking but eventually we got sorted and it was a very busy Bank holiday weekend.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
alan
Was a very pleasant stay, very friendly staff and very clean, food was reasonable priced
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Lisa
Very friendly, loved the spa, food very good , would definitely recommend and return.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2026
Vicky
Spotless rooms, helpful friendly staff in a great location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2026
Shirley
Fantastic breakfast, pool and spa facilities amazing. Restaurant compared to hotel I would have expected more, food was very average but the breakfast they serve is wonderful so doesn’t quite make sense. Rooms are wonderful and everything you need and spa bath is so relaxing. My 4th visit to hotel so always love it but Restaurant needs work.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Apr 2026
stephen
Breakfast fantastic and the staff lovely and very helpful, found spa staff curt and bordering on rude when we asked for a \"float\" to assist in our swim which they had in January but now claim was somethjng a previous customer had left behind. Also found operation of the spa outdoor pool buttons unpredictable ie sometimes worked and sometimes didnt. Found the reception staff especially helpful. Due to the spa being a letdown we wont be returning.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2026
Carley
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff and a great breakfast. It was a shame the steam room and showers in the hydrotherapy pool weren’t working but it didn’t spoil our stay. The hot tub on the patio made up for it. Would definitely return.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2026
Angela
Very good breskfast. I am vegan and plenty of choice was offered
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Amanda
Wonderful, relaxing stay. Clean and comfortable rooms with robes and slippers provided, making spa use easier. Spa facilities good although steam room unavailable for one day - awaiting repair so no one's fault. The staff coped exceptionally well during an unexpected, regional power cut. They were excellent throughout our stay, and very helpful when we accidentally left a coat in the wardrobe. Thank you for making our short break, so relaxing and enjoyable.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
18 Apr 2026
Susan
Breakfast was good and liked the table service. Larger room with balcony was nice and clean. However the bed was a bit uncomfortable and lumpy and the sauna was not working and steam room was only partially working. Pool and jacuzzi all good. Very nice seating areas around bar and would recommend
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2026
Catherine
Good choice for breakfast. Clean rooms. Nice bar area, lots of seating. Spa is very clean and relaxing
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Jackie
The food and staff are excellent. The spa is great. We spent a really relaxing couple of hours just enjoying the facilities.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2026
Louise
Beautiful breakfast, excellent Sunday carvery. Staff fabulous and in an ideal location to explore Ambleside. Thanks so much
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2026
Vicky
Clean rooms, attentive staff and with a great breakfast selection to start your day off right
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
Neil
The man on reception
8/10
Excellent
29 Mar 2026
Gareth
Breakfast was good, rooms were clean.

The rooms were really warm even though it was late March. There was a fan and windows opened but it made little difference.

The spa was very average, it could be significantly better as well. It was very busy for how small it was, they could have it a lot bigger if they used the space better as there is a big gym area bigger than most hotels and not one person used it!
Partner
4/10
Poor
17 Mar 2026
Maggie
Underwhelming. This is a very ordinary hotel, despite the hot tubs, pool and spa. The decor is vile, all dull browns with turquoise. In the “Troutbeck” room there is a nasty trip hazard into the bathroom. A stubbed toe was annoying but a cracked skull would have been more so. Tip: if it’s not fixed put a rolled up hand towel down to fill the gap and catch your attention.

Pillows were like sandbags and need immediate replacement. The mattress had an uncomfortable lump and was likely in need of replacement too.

The hot tub was good, as was the jacuzzi bath. The fridge was handy, and the chairs comfortable enough for a short while. Free parking on site.

The building is a maze of corridors and stairs. Regrettably the lift was out of order for the first 24 hours or so. As a walking stick user this was less than ideal.

Breakfast was okay but not special. My choice of evening meal, “roast of the day”, was almost inedible. Vegetable selection poor. The wait staff were pleasant but scruffy, in contrast to the smart and highly exuberant maitre’d. It is far from being a gourmet restaurant and there are other places to eat.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
Sharon
We stayed in Olive 3, which has a jacuzzi double bath, steam room, sauna and shower! Beautiful! We used the spa which was lovely peaceful and clean. The restaurant staff, service and food is excellent and this is about our 10th visit. We love the place and staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
John
We had an amazing time. The hotel is lovely, every piece of decor & furniture is luxurious. The staff are all very pleasant and helpful.
We were booked in for B&B and breakfast was wonderful.
When we arrived Liam checked us in & explained the town was experiencing power cuts & lifts weren’t working. As I have mobility issues they couldn’t give us our intended room instead we were given Room 2 Olive Mews and I can only describe it as heavenly, with it’s own spa.
I booked a massage and it was great too.
We are home now after being pampered & spoiled. I think we have found our new No.1 favourite hotel. Thank you
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
Cath
Fantastic hotel. Very clean and welcoming. Superb staff super breakfast superb location what more can you say. Room was tremendous we really enjoyed ourselves. It was a proper break in wonderful surroundings. I do recommend and will definitely return.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2026
Tiv
We went as a foursome to celebrate an anniversary. The staff, as always, are friendly and helpful and the service in the restaurant is efficient and cheerful. We had great rooms with a great view of the fells. The spa is wonderful. I had a fantastic afternoon in the gym and pool then relaxed with a book with occasional trips to the outdoor spa. Being a Club member offers lots of benefits
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
David
Amazing stay couldn’t have asked for more from the staff or property.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2026
Allison
The room was lovely and clean. Staff throughout the whole of the hotel were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble.
Amenities were also very good.
Looking forward to our stay again hopefully very soon.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
18 Feb 2026
Daniel
Room very warm tired but clean staff freindly and helpful
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2026
phil
I recently stayed at the Salutation Hotel & Spa in Ambleside and came away genuinely impressed. Perfectly located in the heart of town, it’s an ideal base for exploring the Lake District — with shops, cafés, and walking routes right on your
Staff were friendly, welcoming
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Gary
Very clean and well ran hotel staff were great
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2026
CHRIS
Staff excellent
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2026
Claire
Fantastic facilities and very friendly staff
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Rebecca
Great hotel with the most friendly staff. Really central location.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2026
stephen
Staff always wanting to help. Great service. Great breakfast.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2026
James
Wonderful stay - the staff are a really nice bunch of people. Brilliant location and great for exploring the local area overlooking the town :)
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Tiv
We loved room 114 with a balcony and jacuzzi bath. The food - breakfast and dinner - were wonderful and the staff invariably charming (especially Manuel). The spa was excellent with a decent pool, steam room and sauna and a gym, all of which we used. A brilliant little holiday.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
Rossa
Great location, staff, and rooms
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2026
John
Great trip. Nice room. Very clean. Good bath with loads of hot water.
Restaurant very good.
Lovely indoor pool.
Staff excellent.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Jan 2026
Anne
The hotel is lovely, staff are friendly and helpful. The hotel room was very clean. The breakfast has plenty of choice with healthy options available. The waiters and waitresses were lovely. My only issue was with the facilities. We specifically chose this hotel for the outdoor hydropool as we've stayed here before and it was amazing, however when we got there the hydropool was closed. This was very disappointing as we were not told that the some of the facilities were not available, if we had been informed we would have liked to have rescheduled for a different day so we could fully enjoy the time.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Dec 2025
Ian
Excellent communication & lovely staff, this was our first time stay at the fabulous Salutation Spa hotel and we look forward to many more visits.
Thank you for making our stay memorable.
Best wishes,
Ian & Corinne
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
NEIL
The hotel was clean with great amenities and fantastic staff. Decor was superb. A thoroughly relaxing and enjoyable stay. Well done!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
keith
Very good staff, friendly and professional,,
Room was good
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Deborah
Friendly staff great location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2025
Paul
Room was clean and tidy, heated to a pleasant temperature
The staff were impeccable as in friendly and helpful even to the point of feeling familiar
We can't fault anything. We will be back.

However I did notice a few problems around the pool causes by moisture however I would never let that spoil my up most opinion of a great hotel but I know some folks will.
Thank you to all at the hotel. I love Ambleside
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Nov 2025
Derek
The staff were very helpful and provided me with good information when I needed it most.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
William
Lovely breakfast
Staff very friendly
Clean hotel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Ben
Beautiful. Star gaze suite was amazing
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Nov 2025
Susan
Reception staff, restaurant staff, all staff we encountered were amazing .
Room was very clean and very warm. Swimming pool was very relaxing
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Nov 2025
William
Recently stayed over nigh
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2025
julie
Nothing was too much trouble for this hotel. One of the reception staff even gave advise on walks from the hotel door.
Our room was superb and definitely lived up to our expectations having read the positive reviews from other travellers.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Nov 2025
Angela
Great check in, very friendly welcome and instructions on hotel, dining etc. Room in Waterfall Lodge. Fantastic view of roaring water fall. Room very clean and in good condition. Very hot
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2025
Jennifer
Fantastic hotel. Really friendly staff. We will definitely be staying again. A truly beautiful vibe.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Chris
Rooms, location and facilities great. The hotel team were amazing
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Sacha
Great hotel. Location close to shops, pubs and restaurants and also not far for walks and exploring the countryside. All staff were welcoming and friendly. Room was lovely and clean. Breakfast was nice and the spa was great too and not too busy! Would recommend and would stay here again ☺️
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Abigail
Great staff, relaxing spa facilities, comfy rooms and tasty breakfast
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
Claire
Great variety of hot, cooked-to-order breakfasts as well as wide range of continental items, all of which were great quality. We were also offered tea or fresh coffee and fresh juice that was brought to the table, along with toast. Room was comfortable and cosy. We had a balcony room overlooking Ambleside high street. Room was generally clean, just a few attention to details missing such as on the towel radiator. We ate in the restaurant ain’t the evening, enjoyed the food we ordered (main and dessert). We had an Irish coffee in the bar afterwards. Would be nice to have a drinks menu in the bar offering a wider selection/few cocktails as there was only a wine menu. Service was great throughout our stay. We used the pool which was nice, really liked the outdoor spa pool. The steam and sauna were ok but didn’t have very good seals around the door so the didn’t reach the high temperature I’m used to.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Stephen
Breakfast was fabulous, as was the pool and outside spa. The location was excellent. Disappointed with the sauna and steam bath, temperature was not hot enough
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
Julie
Breakfast options were great and service was excellent
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Giuseppe
Check-in was quick and easy - the lady who checked us in was friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful. Our room was lovely, with a large and comfortable bed, plenty of cushions, and a peaceful, warm atmosphere. There were also tea-making facilities and a fridge, which was a nice touch.
We didn’t get a chance to try the spa or gym facilities this time, but breakfast was excellent - a great variety on offer, quick service, and perfectly cooked scrambled eggs!
The hotel’s central location was ideal for exploring Ambleside, with everything just a short walk away.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Sep 2025
David

Great breakfast and spa

Best breakfast I ever had in a hotel. Spa lovely (just needs a bar). The standard rooms are small and very warm, I’d upgrade to a bigger one next time.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2025
Paul
The staff were absolutely brilliant at their jobs, so friendly and yet professional. The hotel has ample parking, serves a brilliant breakfast and has a great spa. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2025
Peter
Lovely breakfast, both cooked and buffet. Service was polite and efficient without feeling rushed.
Plenty of room in the dining room and lounges.
Our bedrooms were spacious and clean with many sockets, a hot tub and whirlpool bath, full set of Wainwright’s guides, and the fridge was kept stocked with fresh milk (not the usual UHT rubbish), water, tea, coffee and even biscuits.
The WiFi was excellent, probably the best hotel WiFi I’ve ever used.
I was surprised that such a nice bathroom didn’t have a soft close lid on the wc.
We didn’t have dinner in the hotel because the menu options didn’t appeal, especially with young grandchildren visiting us.
The main car park can get a bit tight, but they’ve got a couple round the corner which have more room.
Most places in the Lake District are easily reachable from Ambleside.
The hotel is better inside than it looks on the outside, if a little quirky - we’d definitely choose it again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2025
Steve
Reception staff excellent, great breakfast, restaurant staff most excellent. Nice spa. Great location

Evening meal service let down an otherwise excellent stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2025
Scott
Excellent hotel. We thoroughly enjoyed our first stay. I'm sure it won't be our last. We particularly enjoyed the outdoor hydrotherapy pool.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Stephen

Amazing stay

Amazing stay fantastic hotel and very friendly staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Peter

Highly recommended

Fantastic lication wonderful staff and relaxing spa outdoor pool a bonus
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2025
Singfai
We stayed for 4 nights in
8/10
Excellent
13 Aug 2025
Christine
We have stayed at the hotel 3 or 4 times in past and we like the hotel very much but we're very disappointed with room we were allocated. I also thought I had booked it for £233 for that night but it turned out to be £288, alot I money for the facility we got
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2025
Andrea
Great location. Super facilities and lovely staff.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2025
peter

Fabulous hotel

Fabulous hotel in the middle of Ambleside.
Staff were all amazing ... fantastic customer service from everyone we encountered. Room was comfortable, beautifully decorated, and very clean and quiet. Plenty of free parking available on site. Public areas were expansive, relaxing and once again very well presented.
We really enjoyed our stay and are already planning a return trip for a longer period. We would absolutely recommend this hotel to all.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2025
Yashika
My husband and I recently stayed at the Ambleside Salutation Hotel in the Lake District, and I genuinely cannot recommend it highly enough. From the moment we arrived, everything was perfect – the kind of stay that leaves you wanting to come back even before you've checked out!

The Location:
Absolutely unbeatable. Nestled right in the heart of Ambleside, the hotel is surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Our room overlooked a gorgeous waterfall, and waking up to the soothing sound of flowing water and a view of the hills was pure magic. It felt like a peaceful, luxurious escape wrapped in nature.

The Room:
Wow – our room was massive! Spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, and designed for real comfort. It had everything we needed and more. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the little touches made a big difference. Honestly one of the best hotel rooms we’ve stayed in.

The Staff:
Every single member of staff we encountered was warm, professional, and genuinely welcoming. From check-in to check-out, we were made to feel at home and very well looked after. It’s clear they truly care about their guests.

The Breakfast:
Delicious! A fantastic spread with something for everyone – fresh, hot, and generous. Whether you're into a full English or lighter options, you’ll find plenty to love. The quality and attention to detail were excellent.

Exceptional Service – Going the Extra Mile:
Here’s what really blew us away: I accidentally left behind a bag of clothes after checkin
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
Pavandeep
Great stay in one of the loft rooms, staff were very helpful and the room itself was clean and spacious. Breakfast was also great, lots of choice and tasted good
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2025
Rebecca

Anniversary stay

The most amazing anniversary stay. We stayed for 2 nights. The hotel is in an amazing location with a lot of hikes nearby. The hotel room we stayed in had a hot tub in and it was lovely to relax. We attended the spa as well which was gorgeous!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2025
Sharon
Located in the center of Ambleside, the hotel is well run with helpful staff, a good restaurant, and a spa where I had an excellent massage.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
Carol
Excellent hotel would recommend, best hotel in the Lake District, pool, gym and spa all wonderful thinking of everything. All staff very cheerful and helpful, they all go the extra mile, Thank you Salutation.
C A Bradburn
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2025
Shirley

Fantastic hotel

Fantastic hotel, Couldn’t fault anything. Particular mention of Sophia who gave amazing service. Wonderful breakfast. Leisure centre is fantastic. Will return
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2025
manohar
Great room and staff
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2025
STEPHEN
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Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025
Alan
Absolutely loved it, i will definitely be returning.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2025
alan

Overnight s

We were upgraded to club room due to my birthday.
Excellent breakfast, room very spacious and clean.
Good service.
Partner

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Ambleside Salutation Hotel
Lake Rd, Ambleside, Ambleside, United Kingdom

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