Rothay Manor Hotel
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Rothay Manor Hotel
No.3 of Cultural Hotels in Windermere
Borrans Rd, Ambleside, LA22 0EH
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Lots to doAmenities
Hiking
Private parkingFree
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Fax/Copying Service
Front Desk with Limited Hours
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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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9.0/10
GreatCleanliness9.0
Amenities9.0
Location9.0
Service9.0
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Surroundings
Train: Windermere
(8.2 km)
Train: Oxenholme Lake District Railway Station
(27.2 km)
Landmarks: Ambleside Rugby Club
(150m)
Landmarks: embr.bike Adventure's
(190m)
Landmarks: The Worx Gym
(210m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
10
Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ground Floor
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Towel
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
Towel
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14
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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9
Luxury Suite
Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
River View
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11
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ground Floor
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towel
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8
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towel
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4
Premium Double Room
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towel
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1
Run of House
Free Wi-Fi
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Towel
Shampoo
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14
Grand King Room With Balcony And Garden View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towel
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13
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
Towel
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8
Deluxe King Suite with Hot Tub
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Towel
Shampoo
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9
Premium Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towel
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Guest Reviews
9/10
Great
63 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9
- Amenities9
- Location9
- Service9
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
June 13, 2025
We recently visited the hotel to celebrate my wife’s birthday and enjoyed every minute, the staff are very helpful and friendly. We booked a superior plus room with the benefit of a nice balcony overlooking the gardens, unfortunately the weather dictated that we didn’t get full use of it but I’m sure in summer it would be a great place to sit and take in the gardens, we will definitely return.
Guest User
June 11, 2025
We really enjoyed this stay over for my husbands 60th Birthday! For us it was an indulgent one night treat, though a lot of people were there for longer and also looked to be enjoying it! Our room was very nice, clean and spacious with a lovely outlook and balcony. The rest of the hotel was also very nicely presented. Our food was pricey but reflected in the quality and presentation. Staff were courteous and the service was very good. It would have been a five if not for: the ongoing building noise outside so you didn’t want to use the balcony (not hotels fault but does rather affect value for money) A bit of a feeling that they were rather trying to earn a bit extra where other hotels at that price maybe wouldn’t. There were some free snacks and chocolates in the room but bottled water was priced at £3.50?? Also there was a bit of focus on pre dinner snacks which didn’t sit well to us alongside the nice gourmet menu which we were happy to pay for. Maybe this is more the done thing now, we don’t eat in such restaurants a lot but in other places have been offered little appetisers.
Guest User
June 11, 2025
Breakfast was good although ever day something got forgotten so we had to re ask for items as different staff serve you. There is obviously work needs doing in the dining room as water was pouring through the ceiling while we were there and the wine buckets seemed inadequate catching the water,the staff seemed to just ignore what was happening quite bizarre being seated near it. Our bedroom was very underwhelming,rather dark,broken tiles on the floor in the bathroom,paint peeling,bath panel didn't fit and it wasn't cleaned very well,the towels,bath mat were all frayed as were the robes we put those back on the shelf would not to wear them and we had a roller blind not sure they are appropriate in bedrooms at the price asked and as Hilton gold members very disappointed as you can imagine. The plus for us was Sunday Lunch it was very nice and would not hesitate to recommend if your in the area or a resident. I'm afraid we would not return, nicer places with a view etc in Ambleside
Guest User
May 17, 2025
We are Trooper (choc Labrador) and Edna ( field spaniel) and we are both three. We want to share how brilliant this hotel was for us and our human family. The gardens are beautiful and make for a nice small leg stretch. Our room was on the ground floor and very conveniently had a secure courtyard attached for keeping our toys and water bowl in. There was a great walk just across a slightly busy one way road, and the walk gave us space to run and paddle. We noted wildlife and lambs and avoided those. For breakfast we were given our own sausages! Edna had a couple of showers in the special doggy boot room; great facility! As doggy travellers, we had a great time and we really loved the attention from the staff. They made us feel very welcome. Our humans thought so too! We felt sad to leave but we know our family will be coming back soon- can’t wait.. Trooper and Edna. X
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.
Cruiser41940520172
February 17, 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!!
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Hiking
Off-site
Private parking
Free
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
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
Business Services
Fax/Copying Service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Express Check-In and Check-Out
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Lobby Bar
Room Service
Public Areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Health & Wellness
Kayaking
Off-site
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Cleaning Services
Clothes Dryer
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Accessibility
Accessible Rooms Available
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Safety & Security
First-Aid Kit
Smoke Detector
Fire Extinguisher
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.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
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
Legal Information
This property is managed by a professional host. Professional hosts are parties that act for purposes relating to their trade, business, or profession and are regarded as traders under EU law.
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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). Relax with a refreshing drink 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). Relax with a refreshing drink 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.