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The Ro Hotel

4.0 star property
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Interior entrance
Reception

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Helm Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, England, LA23 3BA
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    2 min walk
  • Graze
    2 min walk
  • Windermere Station
    3 min drive
  • Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)
    40 min drive

Room options

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PET FRIENDLY TWIN

PET FRIENDLY TWIN

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

ACCESSIBLE ROOM (not pet friendly)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)

SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)

FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)

  • 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)

SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)

  • 19 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE

PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE

  • 18.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)

FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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SNUG SINGLE (not pet friendly)

SNUG SINGLE (not pet friendly)

  • 10.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly)

THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly)

  • 30.5 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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THE TOWER SUITE (not pet friendly)

THE TOWER SUITE (not pet friendly)

  • 55 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Windermere

When you stay at The Ro Hotel in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. .This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old Laundry Theatre and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Bowness Pier.

What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter - 2 min walk
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min walk
  • Bowness Pier - 7 min walk
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 11 min walk
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min drive

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

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Lake Windermere
The Ro Hotel offers 87 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Windermere hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 87 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional features at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a reception hall.
Satisfy your appetite with British cuisine at LACU, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. Planning an event in Windermere? This hotel has 1183 square feet (110 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10 AM.
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.

Languages

Afrikaans, Arabic, English, Latvian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 7.50 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10 AM: GBP 17.95 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • LACU

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space (1183 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 198
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 185
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Renovated entire property – June 2021
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV
  • Netflix
  • Satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of GBP 50 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.95 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 7.50 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

The Ro Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 579 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 579 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 579 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 579 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 579 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tak

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely amazing stay at this property. The staff were so helpful and polite, they took fantastic care of us. The hotel and surrounding area were beautiful and well kept, the rooms were comfortable with plenty of space and accessible showers. Breakfast was included with the stay and was a delicious buffet, and dinner in the restaurant was fantastic. When we return to Windermere we will absolutely be coming back to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

PAUL ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Average and tired with part renovation
We paid extra for a premium room and having been to this hotel before we did not sleep in a premium room. More tired than before, something I over looked during winter paying a much lower price. in March a high price for a very tired hotel. The bed however was comfy but I’m not happy with the room we were given & what we paid for.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

p

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great hotel with history!
We stayed for 2 nights in January. The hotel is very stylish and well equipped. Great location near bars and restaurants although the uphill walk after a few maybe a decision breaker! Staff are very friendly and helpful. Our only gripes are the room we stayed in (with balcony view) was very cold. We had to ask for an electric heater to supplement the built in heating. Also we could here the music and noise from the bar (directly below) so if that's an issue don't choose the balcony view rooms. Otherwise a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Barry

Nice hotel but needs some work
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab Location
This was our first time here and won’t be the last. Every member of staff we met were very friendly & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
From the outside hotel looks amazing and same for the bar area, then you walk to the back where rooms are and it’s in need of a face lift, carpets are worn and dirty and paint work needs a freshen up and the final touches in areas like the bathroom were sealant has been used looked like done via a novice, I go to lots of hotels around the lakes and for the money for 1 night expect more for my money it’s these little touches that can ruin the break away
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kanishk

Travelled with family and small children
It was a wonderful stay. The staff were very pleasant and kind. The property was clean and good to stay with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ro Hotel
Ro Hotel not our usual type of hotel, found it a little too corporate for our liking so only for that reason we wouldn’t stay again. Very clean and excellent choice for breakfasts. Very noisy on late evenings as our room faced the entrance/exit and car park; room very small and a little claustrophobic. Area of corridor on ground floor smelt musty from ceiling leaks, a few mop buckets around catching the rain. We didn’t use facilities on evenings so can’t comment on service or facilities available.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Ro hotel was situated close to the centre of Bowness and was clean and obviously fairly recently been repainted. condition was in general good although the carpets looked like they needed replacing. The rooms were comfortable and the food was good. Drinks were a little on the expensive side and I was unhappy having to pay for car parking at the hotel when we were staying there. However we had a good trip and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

raudy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

LORRAINE

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is looking tired. Chipped paint, marks on all the walls. Smells of dampness and flickering lights in hallway. Breakfast has gone down hill from previous stay. At 8.30 am it was barely warm. Previous day very little left at 9.30. Came back from a walk around 1.30 and the excuse for no glasses at the bar for water was ‘clearing up after breakfast’! Disappointed as standards have definitely slipped and no longer value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Karl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was okay and that’s all I can say. The breakfast was not good and the room a bit cramped. Air conditioning did not work very well and the quilt on the bed was perfect for a very cold winter. The price for one night was, £261 and I then had to pay an extra £10 for parking. Was it worth the money and would we go back. No and No, sorry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023