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Reviews of The Samling Hotel 4 stars

Ambleside Road, Windermere, LA23 1LR, United Kingdom

#3 of 20 hotels in Windermere

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 153 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.8

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  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pancakes for breakfast were burnt and inedible - had to be sent back - that was just one morning. Evening taster meal was fabulous, lived up to expectations.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    One of the finest hotels in the UK
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Brilliant breakfast, great staff, fantastic attention to every small detail - a superb hotel

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Can’t wait to return 👍
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Every time we've visited this hotel we leave having experienced something truly special.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The restaurant has recently been awarded a much deserved Michelin Star and I have to say the breakfast was the best we've ever eaten. From its huge panoramic windows offering 270 degree views of lake Windermere the restaurant area has truly one of the most spectacular views on the planet. The hotels 'high up' location with its fabulous and extensive grounds, the interior design, the amazing food and the warm and welcoming staff.. a lakes stay just doesn't get any better! ..

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a suite, which was adjacent to another small suite. There was an adjoining door from the lounge of our room, through which you could hear the guests in the next room....passing by/talking. This might not be a problem for most, but we'd have preferred a different setup.

    On the whole, I'm hard pushed to find any fault with the hotel or service provided.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    fabulous, highly recommend

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Amazing and what a wonderful team
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fabulous service location and room was so comfortable

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    10
    A fabulous stay in a beautiful hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our fourth visit and each time the service has been excellent and the staff very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend the fine dinning restaurant not only great views but great food, not only does it have a Michelin Star, 4 AA Rosettes it won Best Boutique Hotel Restaurant 2023. We stayed in the Grassmere room with three windows overlooking the grounds and views of lake Windermere a large comfortable bedroom.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    We love how we feel like we are visiting someone’s (completely amazing) house, and the service Rebecca and team give us beyond compare! We will be back again and again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    10
    Exquisite
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This Hotel is absolutely delightful. My Wife and I were so well looked after from the minute we arrived to the minute we left, in fact, we didn’t want to leave our amazing Junior Suite!! The peaceful tranquility of this exceptionally chic property must be experienced to be believed. The views over the lake are beautiful.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2023

    10
    Blissful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing really. Some of the furniture in the hotel room was a bit bashed/worn but nothing major. Hotel could provide better details/maps of walking routes in and around the grounds/area and some hotel souvenirs for guests who like us are staying there for a special reason and would like a memento. Book selection in library could be expanded.

    Beautiful setting for breakfast in hotel restaurant. Attentive but not overbearing service. Quiet ambiance. Good turndown service. We enjoyed using the hot tub and walking up to the viewpoint/look out. Perfect location for a honeymoon. We stayed three nights and apart from a trip to a local pub, we didn't leave the site. It was relaxing and peaceful. Enjoyed the meal in the gathering restaurant as much as the Michelin starred one. Views were great from both restaurants.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing views of Windermere. Room spacious and comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2023

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great breakfast

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    10
    Idyllic stop-over for Wife's birthday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This is an idyllic location on the eastern slope not far from Ambleside Jetty. The views from the hotel across Lake Windermere are simply stunning. Our room (Derwent Water) was very welcoming, comfortable and with high spec amenities.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    10
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Awesome Hotel with world class friendly service

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2023

    10
    Luxury at every turn, worth a return visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not one complaint , perfect stay

    Beautiful hotel, set in the most picturesque location. Incredible views from the room. The rooms where to such a high standard. Very comfortable with every facility . The staff where so helpful , nothing being too much trouble. We had the fine dining, which excelled every expectation.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2023

    10
    Beautiful scenery and view of the lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing views and excellent restaurant and the staff were extremely helpful and easy to deal with.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2023

    10
    Amazing few days to relax and explore the Lakes. The tasting menu dining experience was incredible!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    we could have stayed longer!!!

    The setting, the view, the room, the food, the peace and quiet all superb. Would 100% return. The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating to our needs.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean , comfortable, spacious and luxurious room Hotel staff were so helpful and accommodating Great location and great breakfasts

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2023

    10
    luxurious indulgent relaxing exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing at all

    EVERYTHING

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    9.0
    magnifique
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    restaurant didn’t offer à la carte

    private quality attention to detail responded to our needs

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2023

    10
    The amazing staff created a wonderful experience for us
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the lovely suite and stunning views

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2023

    9.0
    A hugely enjoyable stay, and i would recommend this hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No dressing table or mirror to dry hair

    Staff excellent, engaging and really contributed to the overall experience ; Views exceptional ; Restaurants were both very enjoyable experiences and exceeded expectations; Reception rooms were lovely

    Stayed in April 2023

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