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With a picturesque location in Ambleside, Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa World Hotel Distinctive, BW Premier Collection features a modern spa and a brasserie. There is free parking and spacious rooms with free WiFi and scenic views towards Wansfell. The traditional rooms are classically decorated, and each has a modern private bathroom with a power shower. All rooms have tea and coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV and a work desk. Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa is set in a 17th-century building, and has a leisure club with a swimming pool, sauna, spa bath and steam room. There is also a fitness center and beauty spa. We serve a varied menu for dinner daily between 5.30pm - 9.00pm. Located in the heart of Ambleside, Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa World Hotel Distinctive is surrounded by walking routes. Lake Windermere is a 20-minute stroll away, and Elter Water is just 10 minutes’ drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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BW Premier Collection
Hotel chain/brand
BW Premier Collection

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Ambleside, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

  • Certified illustration
    Green Tourism
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
8.5
High score for Ambleside

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent service from all staff members. Really nice breakfast. Booked a loft suite which was amazing. Spacious with private spa bathroom with whirlpool bath, steam room and sauna. Perfect for relaxing. Excellent location in the centre of...
  • Sue
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly staff. Perfect location and amazing facilities
  • Kimberly
    South Africa South Africa
    The Staff are so Friendly. The room was a good size at the front. Loved the pool area and outside Jacuzzi which I only just learned was hot!!! Food Amazing. Love Manuel! He rec my haddock brekkie and was perfect. Comfy lounge bar.Booked again for...
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were very helpful, pleasant and obliging. Breakfast was delicious and cooked items always served on a hot plate. There was a wonderful selection of options to choose from. Our room was very comfortable and well equipped. Everywhere was...
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spa Excellent, food wonderful, staff very helpful and friendly, massage therapist Sally Anne was wonderful, Kerry on reception so helpful,
  • Carina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful bathroom in our loft room. Plenty of parking. Excellent breakfast. Staff were helpful, friendly and welcoming.
  • Victoria
    United States United States
    The staff was incredibly welcoming and kind. They were very personal and made a huge effort going above and beyond. They accepted last minute restaurant reservations and the facilities were lovely. Great spa area!
  • Anjeanette
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Impeccable staff - the Spanish lady in the reception especially was amazing! Breakfast selection was nice and fresh! Location was close to everything, a Tesco right in front, bike rental shop, cute little stores, etc. Quaint rooms - lovely...
  • A
    Anne
    Singapore Singapore
    Super cooked breakfast each day. Friendly and helpful staff. Location was right in the centre of town making it really easy to get to shops and restaurants.
  • Julia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I booked it mainly for the spa and the location it is in as needed a break. However, what I didn’t see in the pictures that spa facilities also have a heated pool outside which is also a jacuzzi. I spent 1,5 hours just in that pool 🙈

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • No1 Lake Road
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safe

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Indoor swimming pool

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Head massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, rooms may be located in the new extensions or in the original building. At busy times, rooms may be allocated anywhere in the hotel or its grounds.

The credit card used at the time of booking must be present at check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive

  • The prices at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive on this page.

  • Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive is 500 feet from the center of Ambleside. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive has 1 restaurant:

    • No1 Lake Road
  • Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Locker rooms
    • Head massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Back massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Fitness
    • Steam room
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Full-body massage
    • Neck massage
  • Guests staying at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Single
    • Suite