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The Ro Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Lake Windermere
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)
View from property
Exterior
Bar (on property)
View from property

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for PET FRIENDLY TWIN

PET FRIENDLY TWIN

PET FRIENDLY TWIN

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for ACCESSIBLE ROOM (not pet friendly)

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

ACCESSIBLE ROOM (not pet friendly)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)

SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)

SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)

FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)

FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed - double
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 36 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)

SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)

SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE

PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE

PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)

FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)

FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Sofa bed - single
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for SNUG SINGLE (not pet friendly)

SNUG SINGLE (not pet friendly)

SNUG SINGLE (not pet friendly)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 10.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly)

THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly)

THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Bathrobes
  • 30.5 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for THE TOWER SUITE (not pet friendly)

THE TOWER SUITE (not pet friendly)

THE TOWER SUITE (not pet friendly)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Eco-friendly toiletries
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 55 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Windermere

The Ro Hotel places you steps from World of Beatrix Potter and within a short 5-minute stroll of Old Laundry Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, LACU, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 1183 square feet (110 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Windermere hotel include Lake Windermere and Ullswater.

What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bowness Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 5.6 km

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
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1183 square feet (110 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly The Ro Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Ro Hotel was completed in June 2021.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Windermere hotel.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1183 sq ft of conference space
  • 110 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ro Hotel offers 87 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • LACU

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,183 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (198 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (185 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ro Hotel?

The Ro Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ro Hotel?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ro Hotel on 22 Nov 2024 start from NZ$383.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Ro Hotel?

Yep, The Ro Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 7.50 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Does The Ro Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ro Hotel?

No, The Ro Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ro Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ro Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ro Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Ro Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Ro Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 575 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 575 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 575 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 575 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 575 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Air-conditioning was not functioning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023