The Samling HotelvsThe Langstrath Country Inn
Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, The Samling Hotel scores significantly better than The Langstrath Country Inn. The Samling Hotel ranks #4 in Lake District with recommendations from 5 reviewers like Michelin Guide, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
The Samling Hotel Show All Reviews
Ambleside Road, Windermere LA23 1LR
From $0/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"This place oozes exclusivity from every carefully fashioned corner. Today the hotel is favored by the rich and famous." Full review
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"Small hotel restaurant in an old farmhouse, which looks out over its 66 acre grounds and down Lake Windermere." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The gabled house dates from the late 18th century and was once owned by Wordsworth's landlord." Full review
Jetsetter
"An elegant country house in England's Lake District, with a gourmet, 10-course Michelin-starred dinner." Full review
Independent
"The Samling is so stylishly low-key, even the deer that keep the grass trimmed are almost absurdly relaxed"
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"One of the loveliest spots to bed down in is this 12-room bolthole on a hillside on the fringe of Lake Windermere. Horticulturally minded lovers will adore rambling through its 65 acres of fellside"
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Lonely Planet
"If money's no object, this deluxe country house is the choice... early bookings score a substantial discount." Full review
Independent
"With show-stopping views over Windermere, understated, luxurious bedrooms, smart or casual dining, and a staggering wine cellar, The Samling is a place to lie back and luxuriate – possibly in the hot tub"
Independent
"More of a townhouse than a county pile, you’ll find artwork by Matisse, Picasso on the walls...the hotel’s refreshingly dog-friendly too and the grounds are ideal for long, head-clearing walks"
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The full-length windows in the striking slate and glass extension of this Lakeland country house provide spectacular views of Lake Windermere and the surrounding countryside" Full review
The Langstrath Country Inn
Stonethwaite, Borrowdale CA12 5XG, England
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
- Board games / puzzles
Fodor's
"A perfect base for walkers, it has spacious, unfussy rooms (some with wood beams) with stunning views out to the surrounding countryside and hills." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Borrowdale's country hotels are expensive, so you'll be better off basing yourself at this out-of-the-way inn in Stonethwaite."
The Telegraph
8.0
"This venerable inn proves the old adage that location is everything." Full review