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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 en suite 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 centre and beauty spa. We serve a varied menu for dinner daily between 5.30pm - 9.00pm. Situated 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 particularly 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

Situated 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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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews
Review score

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dennis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    the hotel was very comfortable with a lot of covinences
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was gorgeous with our spacious balcony looking over our own mini waterfall. Great breakfast, the staff couldn’t have been more attentive. Had a wonderful Clarins facial with Emily who was so friendly, knowledgeable and gentle. It was...
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were excellent. Professional, helpful and friendly

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

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

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath 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 menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and 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
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Indoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Head massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • 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 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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

The fine print
Need-to-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.

Throughout the festive month of December, we will be serving our new Winter Menu's Sunday-Thursday and our Festive Dinner Menu's on Fridays and Saturdays, with the menus on Fridays and Saturdays to include a glass of fizz, canapes and festive paraphernalia at dinner, with pre-booking being advisable".

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive is 150 yards from the centre 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 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, there is 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 has 1 restaurant:

    • No1 Lake Road

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

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

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Head massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Back massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fitness
    • Steam room
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Full body massage
    • Neck massage

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

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Single
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish