Rothay Manor Hotel
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Rothay Manor Hotel
No.3 of Cultural Hotels in Windermere
Borrans Rd, Ambleside, LA22 0EH, United Kingdom
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Located in Ambleside, Rothay Manor Hotel is in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Rydal Mount. This hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and 5.6 mi (9 km) from World of Beatrix Potter.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Ideal location
Lots to doAmenities
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Private parkingFree
Bar
Restaurant
Hiking
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Express check-in and check-out
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Property Description
Located in Ambleside, Rothay Manor Hotel is in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Rydal Mount. This hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and 5.6 mi (9 km) from World of Beatrix Potter.
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4.5/5
GreatCleanliness4.5
Amenities4.5
Location4.5
Service4.5
All 66 Reviews
Surroundings
Train: Windermere
(5.1 miles)
Train: Oxenholme Lake District Railway Station
(16.9 miles)
Landmarks: Ambleside Rugby Club
(500 ft)
Landmarks: The Worx Gym
(700 ft)
Landmarks: High Close Estate
(900 ft)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
9
Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
Towels
Garden view
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2
Classic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towels
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8
Superior Double Room With 1 King Bed And Ensuite
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
Mountain view
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8
Luxury Suite
Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
River view
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10
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ground Floor
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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6
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towels
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3
Premium Double Room
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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9
Grand King Room With Balcony And Garden View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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12
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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8
Deluxe King Suite with Hot Tub
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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9
Premium Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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Guest Reviews
4.5/5
Great
66 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.5
- Amenities4.5
- Location4.5
- Service4.5
Average for similar properties in Ambleside
AI Summary
Centrally located for exploring Lake District. Guests praise friendly, attentive staff. Delicious breakfast with diverse options. Comfortable, spacious rooms with stylish decor and thoughtful amenities.
Guest User
February 22, 2025
Quality hotel set in beautiful gardens. Rooms are clean with lovely decor. Super comfy bed. Breakfast was excellent. Great location in Ambleside with easy walk to centre and to the waterside too. More expensive than other hotels so that’s the reason for 4 star review instead of 5 due to value for money.
Guest User
February 18, 2025
Food was very good BUT they now have a policy of allowing dogs into the dining room yes, DOGS. The meal was very good indeed however we had to eat it watching a french bulldog drawling and grunting through most of our meal. The 2 guys that brought it in were also feeding it under the table and staff patting the animal. Obviously being made to feel at home. Not impressed. When you pay a high price to dine with some elegance why on earth would they permit dogs IN the dining room. Obviously owned by french as this is commonplace there. At least the maitre d' removed the 15% service charge from our bill. A 30th anniversary to remember for the wrong reasons. Sacre bleu.
Guest User
February 12, 2025
Another wonderful stay at Rothay Manor! Lovely bedroom and very comfortable bed. We had three amazing meals - the lamb and halibut main courses were a particular highlight. There’s a fantastic choice of wines (even wine by the glass) and, as usual, the staff were brilliant!
Guest User
January 5, 2025
Not sure what planet Zipperman is on but their review of The Rothay Manor is untrue based on their review of the wine choices alone!! The wine list is very extensive and took us a while to read through (a pleasant experience) and make our choice. We dined in the evening here twice and there were no dogs barking at any point whilst we dined. Just saying!!
Guest User
December 29, 2024
So disappointed with my booking through ******* for this hotel. I searched for 4* hotel/pool/spa, read the reviews then booked. Only once I had paid was I messaged by the hotel to say that the pool/spa won't be open at all during my stay. As this was the primary purpose during a winter break when bad weather is frequent I asked for my booking to be cancelled as it's been missold to me. ******* also contacted the hotel to request this for me but received an outright refusal. My only option now is to do a charge back on my credit card and advise others to check before you buy as things are not always as advertised. So disappointed as they could have resolved this and secured my business repeatedly in the future.
Guest User
December 27, 2024
Absolutely loved staying at the Rothay Manor. We honeymoon here in 1999 and have stayed a few times on our anniversary. We were a little apprehensive this time as the hotel is under new management and a few of the reviews on Trip Advisor haven’t been so good, however this wasn’t our experience. The staff from the first person who took our reservation, all the bar and restaurant staff were superb, friendly yet professional. Our room was lovely (a superior room with a balcony) clean and supplied with everything we could need. We had an evening meal which was beautiful and breakfast was excellent too. Thank you so much Rothay Manor for taking good care of us, we’ll be back.
Guest User
December 14, 2024
What a wonderful hotel experience! Everywhere was well decorated and spotlessly clean and the food and service were absolutely superb on all three days-both dinner and breakfast. What a chef! All the waiting staff were first class- just the right balance between friendly and formal. You really felt that they were happy and well looked after themselves too! Nothing was too much trouble. We were made to feel welcome and really at home. A sumptuous and comfortable hotel (and not too stuffy either which we don’t like). We shall certainly be going back to Rothay Manor. Thank you to all the staff 👍
Guest User
December 3, 2024
Over priced and overrated. This place is dog friendly so expect loud barking dinners lol. Bar and FoC staff are great but food and wine selection is poor. Food menu is confusing and so is the wine list making it difficult to find what you’re needing. Took me a very long time to get a wine that I needed. And staff had no idea about the selection rather than suggesting something just gave up. So unprofessional.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Private parking
Free
Bar
Restaurant
Hiking
Off-site
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Front Desk Services
Safe at front desk
Express check-in and check-out
Luggage storage
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Lobby bar
Room service
Bar
Health & Wellness
Mountain biking
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Kayaking
Off-site
Public Areas
Garden
No smoking in public areas
Cleaning Services
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Business Services
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
Smoke detector
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–23:00
Check-out: 08:00–11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–23:00
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1825
- Number of Rooms: 23
Located in Ambleside, Rothay Manor Hotel is in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Rydal Mount. This hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and 5.6 mi (9 km) from World of Beatrix Potter.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Enjoy Modern European cuisine at Rothay Manor Restaurant, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 23 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. 32-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Enjoy Modern European cuisine at Rothay Manor Restaurant, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 23 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. 32-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.