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The Old Dungeon Ghyll HotelvsThe Samling Hotel
Both The Samling Hotel and The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, The Samling Hotel is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel. The Samling Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 86 with positive reviews from 5 reviews including The Telegraph, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel
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The Telegraph
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Lonely Planet
Great Langdale, Ambleside LA22 9JY
From $150/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
Fodor's "There's no more comforting stop after a day outdoors than the Hiker's Bar of this 300-year-old hotel at the head of the Great Langdale Valley." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Everyone who has ever done any walking in the Lake District will have heard of the ODG, as it’s known to all." Full review
The Guardian "Usually heaving with fell walkers enjoying a post Scafell Pike-high, this famous mountaineers’ pub is one of the classic venues in the Lake District"
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Affectionately known as the ODG, this historic inn is awash with Lakeland heritage: many famous walkers have stayed here, including Prince Charles and mountaineer Chris Bonington." Full review
The Samling Hotel Fodor's
Michelin Guide The Telegraph
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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 Telegraph9.0
"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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Independent "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 Guide1 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
