The Samling Hotel
Hotel, 4-starAmbleside Road, Windermere, United KingdomShow on map
Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.6204Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.8 out of 10, at Ambleside Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Mountain and Lake Views
The Samling Hotel near Ambleside offers a serene escape with stunning mountain and lake views from most rooms. Begin your day with a delicious continental breakfast before indulging in the hotel's hot tub, perfect for relaxation.
Fine Dining and Leisure Activities
Experience exquisite British cuisine at the on-site restaurant and unwind at the bar. With a 24-hour front desk and ticket assistance, convenience is at your fingertips. After a day of skiing or cycling in Windermere, return to the hotel for a tranquil evening.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
Rooms
9.6
Exceptional
Rated 9.6 out of 10 by 204 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.3
- Service10.0
- Location9.8
- Rooms9.8
- Amenities9.3
- Value9.3
- Food & drink9.3
Guests mention
Beautiful hotelStunning viewsAmazing staffGreat location
NicholasUnited KingdomFabulous hotel, great location and views over Windermere
Excellent breakfast, a real pleasure. Main restaurant was closed for the week but their second restaurant was superb. Staff were amazing, friendly but not intrusive. Location is superb and views from the…
ChristianFranceSuper hôtel de charme au bord du lac
Super hôtel de charme au bord du lac. Chambre confortable, bar avec belle terrasse qui donne sur le lac. Très bon restaurant étoilé. L'équipe est top, super accueillant, conviviaux, professionnels.
francesm1991Stunning Views, Wonderful Staff and a Standout Wine List
A beautiful, unassuming and wonderfully charming hotel nestled above Lake Windermere. Ours was a very last-minute booking, but we were so pleased we decided to stay.
From the moment we arrived, the staff were fantastic.…
SusanUnited KingdomEverything was lovely
Lovely ingredients beautifully presented
Nothing
Marie_RR8YORKSHIRE, ENGLANDUnforgettable 60th Birthday
We recently stayed at The Samling to celebrate my 60th birthday and it was a wonderful experience. We were fortunate enough to have beautiful weather throughout our stay, which made the already stunning scenery and views…
SarahUnited KingdomStunning location and beautiful property with wonderful artwork and special attention to detail
Stunning location and beautiful property with wonderful artwork and special attention to detail
Weather!!
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Ambleside Road, Windermere, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.8 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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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. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Samling Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at The Samling Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Samling Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Samling Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at The Samling Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Samling Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Samling Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The Samling Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at The Samling Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book The Samling Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Samling Hotel?
Ambleside Road, Windermere.
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