Nestled in a national park, The Ro Hotel is an upscale haven that combines natural beauty with modern comforts. With in-room WiFi, guests can plan their day while savoring full breakfast or enjoy evening cocktails at the bar. Helpful staff and convenient amenities like luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance make for a seamless stay.
Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Parking available
Pool
Gym
Bar
Spa
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Health club
Self parking
Hot tub
Spa services
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Feel at home (6)
Television
Terrace
Elevator
Self parking (surcharge)
Kids' menu
Netflix
The current price is R3 168
R3 168
R3 801 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 01 Jul
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PET FRIENDLY TWIN
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Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
23 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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ACCESSIBLE ROOM (not pet friendly)
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Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Espresso maker
27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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BISKEY LAKE VIEW (not pret friendly)
9,29,2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 reviews
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Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
32 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)
8,08,0 out of 10
Very good
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
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Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Espresso maker
17 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Signature Twin
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Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
18 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Large Twin Beds
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FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)
10,010,0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
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Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
36 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)
9,09,0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Espresso maker
19 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 Large Twin Bed
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PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE
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Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
18.5 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
17 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
Burneside Station - 11 min drive
Staveley Station - 13 min drive
Windermere Station - 28 min walk
Restaurants
Trattoria - 3 min walk
Costa Coffee - 4 min walk
The Albert - 3 min walk
Lake View Garden Bar - 6 min walk
Bodega - 4 min walk
About this property
The Ro Hotel
The Ro Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy British cuisine at LACU, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Dining
LACU - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of GBP 50 will be collected before check-in
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Pool fee: GBP 25 per person, per stay
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.95 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chairs
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs GBP 7.50 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access is available for an extra charge of GBP 25 per day
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Hydro House Hotel
Windermere Hydro House
Windermere Hydro House Hotel
Windermere Hydro Hotel
Windermere Hydro
Hotel Windermere Hydro
Windermere Hydro Bowness On
The Ro Hotel Hotel
Windermere Hydro Hotel
The Ro Hotel Windermere
The Ro Hotel Hotel Windermere
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at The Ro Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Ro Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Ro Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 7.50 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ro Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Ro Hotel and nearby?
The Ro Hotel has an indoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a health club.
Are there restaurants at or near The Ro Hotel?
Yes, LACU offers British cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around The Ro Hotel like?
The Ro Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 2 minutes' walk from World of Beatrix Potter.
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The Ro Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7,2
Good
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7,6/10
Cleanliness
7,8/10
Staff & service
7,6/10
Amenities
6,6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8,0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
02 January 2025
Excellent hotel, staff amazing couldn’t do enough for you. Highly recommend this hotel, very central.
loretta
loretta, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
05 April 2025
Room pleasant, comfortable and quiet. Whole place seems to have been recently refurbished. Shame though that the badly stained carpet in the main corridor hasn’t been replace as this gives a very poor first impression.
Overall would definately stay again.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 March 2025
Very nice hotel. Staff very polite and attentive. View in morning over lake was stunning. Room was spacious with excellent bathroom and shower Used to go to local old laundry theatre which was. very close walking distance. Nice local restaurants. Excellent breakfast. Very nice hotel. If returning to the area we would use again.
EWAN
EWAN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2024
Great hotel and staff. Shame the hotel bar closed early.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2023
Excellent location and friendly staff
Stacey
Stacey, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 October 2024
Great location
Didnt expect to pay for parking
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
20 April 2025
Mixed reviews
Mixed thoughts regarding our stay. Welcome wasn’t gods at reception. Don’t agree with £7.50 parking per day. That wasn’t clear in advance. No housekeeping during the stay. Bathroom so tidy had to do lambada to get into the shower and burnt your backside on radiator as you passed.
Comfy bed, large room. Nice breakfast. Central location. Fridge a nice addition.
Nicola
Nicola, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2022
Amazing stay, super friendly staff and the service was great. The room was huge and had lovely views over the lake.
Would definitely stay again
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 January 2025
Solid guest service in a comfy spot
My stay was great from the moment I got checked in by Persia who was lovely and even offered to see if the kitchen would prepare me something even though they had just closed. After my long journey from London it was a very good welcome. My room had a beautiful window with a view of the Lake and the mountains. The rest of the staff from the bar to the restaurant was really accommodating and kind. It’s within easy walking distance to restaurants, shops, cinema and the lake of course.
Maria
Maria, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
02 November 2023
It was a wonderful stay. The staff were very pleasant and kind. The property was clean and good to stay with the family.
Kanishk
Kanishk, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2022
A wonderful Hotel in a beautiful setting. All of The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The cleanliness was excellent as well as the Decor and furnishings.
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
05 November 2022
Lovely Hotel . Nice room . Very happy, will come again
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
04 January 2024
Fab Location
This was our first time here and won’t be the last.
Every member of staff we met were very friendly & helpful.
Graeme
Graeme, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
This is a true gem in the Lakes District. It has a lot of history (which translates into very small rooms and a non-existent barrier between the shower and the rest of the tiny bathroom). But if you don't need a lot of space, the buffet breakfast was great, it's so close to shopping, dining, and the lakefront. A spectacular view of Lake Windermere from an outdoor patio. Which means a very steep walk up from the main drag. Definitely a classy place to stay.
Amber
Amber, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
07 March 2023
lovely
had a lovely time at tha Ro hotel. room was really nice, staff were nice and food was lovely. would be a great place when the sun starts to shine. 👍
allan
allan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 August 2022
The Ro is in a great location overlooking the lake. Even though our room was small it was clean and had everything we needed! Breakfast was great there were plenty of options and the staff were so friendly would always stop to greet you and have a chat!
Laura
Laura, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
01 August 2023
Great hotel on lake Windermere - convenient to shopping and dining options plus walkable to the boats that taxi around the lake. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Room was ok and had the amenities we needed. Enjoyed the daily breakfast to gear you up for whatever walk or attraction you pursued that day.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
07 March 2024
Just got back from ro hotel stayed 2 nights upgraded room first room not good at back of hotel got a room at the front with balcony and was perfect 👌
Lee
Lee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 March 2023
One night recharge of batteries!
We had a lovely time from arrival to leaving. The staff were very friendly and helpful, room was spacious and breakfast buffet plentiful. We definately recharged our batteries
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 March 2023
Amazing
Amazing from start to finish
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
17 November 2024
Lots of hidden costs, like addtioanl charges for breakfast (even though the listing advertises this as being includes) and addtional costs for parking. A poor and dishonest way to conduct business, which ruined an otherwise enjoyable stay.
Will
8/10 Very good
11 July 2024
Comfortable stay for 4 nights
Second time staying here. Stayed in same room 110 which is one of the biggest and great views over the lake. The room is big so can stretch out. Only down side was a shelf to put your clothes but it was fine. Nespresso coffee machine in room. All facilities lovely and staff all great. Couple bits a little dated and still needs tidying up but nothing to worry about. Great location hotel and ample parking. Look forward to stay again in same room which we like for the space and views.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2023
Very good
CHIH CHENG
CHIH CHENG, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
01 July 2023
The hotel was clean and the breakfast was good, the room was average. There wasn't any Menu in the room even though there was a restaurant.
Christopher
Christopher, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
06 June 2023
Great location, just a steep walk up and down hill. Hotel needs touch up and needs more staff. The staff was absolutely great, but it was hard to watch them run around due to staff shortage.