The Samling Hotel

About the hotel

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.

Explore Keswick and Beyond

Conveniently located just 28 km from Keswick, The Samling Hotel is the ideal base for exploring the picturesque surroundings. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Facilities

• Free WiFi
• Parking
• Free Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• 24-hour front desk
• Restaurant
• Room service
• Heating
• Terrace
• Garden
• Hiking
• Laundry
• Fishing
• Cycling
• Safety deposit box
• Bar
• Fax/photocopying
• Horse riding
• Facilities for disabled guests
• Ironing service
• Meeting/banquet facilities
• Hot tub/Jacuzzi
• Canoeing
• Dry cleaning
• Skiing
• Breakfast in the room
• Packed lunches
• Valet parking
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private parking

Check-in and check-out

Check-out

until 11:00

Guest reviews

• M

  MandyUnited Kingdom · Couple

  9

  The staff were very helpful and we had a lovely time

  Liked: Very peaceful, beautiful surroundings and the views are amazing.

  Posted in October 2026

• J

  JaneUnited Kingdom · Couple

  10

  Extremely relaxing in exquisite surroundings with excellent food and first class service

  Liked: Beautiful accommodation in tranquil setting with excellent service. Staff very attentive offering top notch service. Loved the Victorian walk

  Disliked: The rain! But that’s not down to samling!

  Posted in September 2026

• W

  Wai LingSingapore · Couple

  7

  The service staff were warm and friendly. Truly 5 star service. Wished housekeeping were as good

  Liked: Quiet. Great view on a sunny day and wonderful breakfast

  Disliked: Housekeeping can be more thorough. Bed linen was stained but staff did not notice and did not change it. Drinking water was not replenished automatically. Had to request for bottled water and reminded staff to bring to room. Used glasses and spoon were not washed

  Posted in September 2026

• A

  AndrewSwitzerland · Couple

  10

  The staff were wonderful and the food was delicious

  Liked: Great location with beautiful views.

  Disliked: We didn’t stay long enough

  Posted in September 2026

• N

  NicholasUnited Kingdom · Couple

  9

  Fabulous hotel, great location and views over Windermere

  Liked: 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 breakfast/dining room were breath-taking (it helped that we probably had the hottest week in living memory!). Highly recommended, we will return.

  Disliked: TV tech is somewhat outdated and confusing, we needed help to get it going. Coffee/tea not refilled daily without our requesting it. Some noise from adjoining room, not unbearable.

  Posted in August 2026

• F

  francesm1991Couples

  10

  Stunning Views, Wonderful Staff and a Standout Wine List

  Liked: 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. A particular mention must go to Andrew on reception, who was incredibly accommodating in helping to arrange our helicopter landing and gave us such a warm welcome on arrival. Rebecca was another real highlight. Her depth of knowledge and passion for wine was brilliant, and if you are a wine lover, The Samling is absolutely worth visiting for this alone. The wine list is genuinely memorable; the sort of selection and depth you don’t often find outside of some of London’s best hotels and restaurants…and it is clear that the team are genuinely passionate about what they do. The rooms are good value and the dining is very good, but for us the real highlights were the breathtaking views across the Lake District, the charming and highly personable staff, and that exceptional wine offering. The Samling manages to feel intimate, relaxed and special without ever being overly formal or pretentious. A wonderfully memorable stay and somewhere we would happily return to. Very much worth a visit.

  Posted in August 2026

Reviews in English from guests who stayed at the hotel, provided by our booking partner.

Good to know

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.