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The Ro Hotel

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine, garden views
Bar (on property)
Reception
THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Helm Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, England, LA23 3BA
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowness Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Lake view

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

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Pets Not Allowed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Lake view

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THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 328 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lake view

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BISKEY LAKE VIEW (not pret friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

BISKEY LAKE VIEW (not pret friendly)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lake view

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

SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE

  • 199 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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PET FRIENDLY TWIN | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

PET FRIENDLY TWIN

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

ACCESSIBLE ROOM (not pet friendly)

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Twin | Living area | 50-inch TV with satellite channels, Netflix, streaming services

Signature Twin

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Ullswater and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bowness Tap Rooms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bryson's Tea Rooms - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ro Hotel

Hotel with an indoor pool, 6-minute walk to Lake Windermere
The Ro Hotel offers 87 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

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.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
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. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • LACU

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

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
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (78 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • 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
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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 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 at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property 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
  • Pool fee: GBP 25 per stay

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 640 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 640 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 640 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 640 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 640 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location walking distance to lake Windermere lots of shops restaurants close by
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Noisy party hotel

Wanted a relaxing time nobody told us there was a disco on till 12 with really loud music gave us both headaches couldnt hearvthe tv and the floor was vibrating should of been told when bookingv
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accessible room. Lots of space for wheelchairs, very relaxed atmosphere. Close to main street in Bowness but at the top of a very steep hill. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very dog friendly, basic room, but clean, with decent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hotel room was very dated, carpet had a stain on it, tile in bathroom cracked. Not what we expected as cost £458 for two nights. Breakfast was good, with good variety. Location of hotel is good for walking to many bars and restaurants. Wouldn’t return based on cleanliness of the room. Another we never knew is you pay an additional fee to use the swimming pool. Have stayed in many hotels and never have I had to pay to use the facilities!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dale

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lakes 2025

Receptionist chap. Was v patient. We swapped rooms 2 times and settled on the 3rd. Wish was fantastic. Bar staff were great too. We didn’t eat in the restaurant in the evening but breakfasts were great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with partner
We have been to this hotel before but it just seemed really disappointing this time. The staff seem very unwelcoming. They speak quickly in a condescending manner. The room was small and the hotel is generally dated. The breakfast was ok but cheap quality ingredients. They are charging for the car park and despite advertising spa facilities, you need to pay for this as well on top of the high price they charge for average rooms. Just disappointing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Really great experience! Some areas were dusty and not quite as clean as I would expect for the price, but would stay again. Halls smelled a bit like that classic “old hotel” but the rooms did not have any unpleasant odor. Breakfast options were somewhat limited but all very good and we found them to be excellent quality compared to other hotels we stayed at on this trip (including ones that we paid for breakfast!) spa was lovely, and staff at the spa, restaurant, and front desk were all very friendly. Views were incredible from our balcony, and balcony was quite spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at The Ro Hotel - beautiful hotel and particularly enjoyed our evening meal at the hotel's restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 night stay

Beautiful location, views are stunning on the outside terrace, rooms are lovely whilst small has all you need although would suggest a mirror on the dressing table. Breakfast was lovely, drinks very reasonably priced with a good selection and lovely welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for a weekend at The Ro hotel and had a lovely time. The staff are all friendly and work so hard. The hotel it's self is slightly dated in some areas but that adds to it's charm. We also used the wellness centre and would definitely recommend it. It's really clean and modern with lots to offer. The hotel is is really central to windermere, we were able to walk everywhere easily. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa-Marie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The staff were lovely, very friendly & polite. We stayed in the balcony room, I think it was very expensive and over priced for what it was. The room had lots of stains on the walls, carpet & ceiling, the shower area needs redecorating and again walls and shower tub was stained. The balcony was ok, again it wasn’t cleaned, but the views were lovely. The hotel is at the top of a very steep hill but is in a nice location and close to everything. I think the hotel would definitely benefit from being redecorated as some of the hotel has peeling paint work, scuffed woodwork and peeling wall paper. I expected more for the money we paid, I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Updated grand old hotel

The Ro is an old hotel that has been updated so there is some cool boutique decor but also some musty corridors. We paid for an upgraded room which was a good size, nice decor, bright with a great lake view. Bathroom was a bit small and in need of a little TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

carl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel, clean and tidy, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Below standard room for the price

Our room was very small, dark, cramped and located a the back of the hotel down a tiny staircase. View was rubbish and felt like it was a converted corridor. There was a smell like drains/damp. Just glad we spent minimal time in the room due to being at a wedding offsite. If we would have had more time in the hotel, I would have been even more disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025