Langdale Hotel & Spa - 4-Star Hotel in Ambleside

Langdale Hotel & Spa sits on a 35-acre woodland estate offering complimentary use of a 20m indoor swimming pool, a fully equipped fitness centre, and a tennis court set within the Langdale Valley. Guests also have access to a whirlpool bath, steam room, and tropical showers at no extra cost, plus a heated indoor pool open year-round with pool towels provided. The estate provides free on-site parking, electric vehicle charging stations, and bicycle rental for exploring the surrounding hiking trails and cycling routes.

Rooms feature Egyptian cotton sheets, designer toiletries, and luxury robes, with all accommodations located in the historic building within 50 metres of Stove restaurant and the leisure facilities. The hotel offers signature rooms and waterside rooms, with some units including a jacuzzi bath or two freestanding baths for a relaxing stay. Self-catering lodges and apartments are also available on the estate, providing an alternative for longer stays with kitchen facilities and separate living spaces.

On-site dining includes Stove Bar and Restaurant, which serves a modern Cumbrian menu overlooking a working water wheel, and Wainwrights' Inn, a traditional pub with open fires and real ale. The Stove restaurant offers a family-friendly atmosphere and a semi-open kitchen, while the coffee house on site provides snacks and specialty drinks throughout the day. Guests can also order from a snack bar, enjoy room service, or request special diet menus and packed lunches for hiking trips.

The exclusive Brimstone Spa is reserved for adults and offers thermal experiences including multiple steam rooms, saunas, and a heated indoor-outdoor pool, available for pre-booking at an extra charge. Bespoke spa treatments use locally-inspired natural products, with private therapy rooms and a relaxation area featuring an outdoor fireplace. The hotel also has a solarium and a dedicated space for yoga sessions, though the main leisure pool, gym, and sauna remain complimentary for all guests.

The estate provides a soft play area for children, an indoor play area with board games and puzzles, and kids' outdoor play equipment on the scenic grounds. Babysitting services are available on request, and the restaurant offers a kids' menu and high chairs for younger guests. Families can borrow board games from reception, and the nearby Langdale Valley hiking trails and Ullswater Lake offer outdoor activities suitable for all ages.

Location: 35-acre woodland estate in the Lake District, 10-min drive from Lake Windermere

Rooms: Signature rooms with jacuzzi baths, self-catering lodges available

Dining: Stove Restaurant with modern Cumbrian menu, Wainwrights' Inn pub with real ale

Wellness: Adults-only Brimstone Spa with thermal experiences and private therapies

Family: Soft play area, kids' outdoor equipment, and board games on site

Leisure: Complimentary 20m indoor pool, tennis court, and fitness centre