Rothay Manor Hotel
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Rothay Manor Hotel
#1 of Cultural Hotels in Ambleside
Borrans Rd, Ambleside, LA22 0EH, United Kingdom
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Get away from it all at Rothay Manor- a luxurious boutique hotel in Ambleside- Cumbria. Set amidst the wild hills and glittering tarns of the Lake District- this country house retreat is the perfect tonic for the bustle of modern life. Its cozy rooms and elegant suites are havens in themselves- complete with sumptuous beds- fluffy dressing gowns and contemporary bathrooms. While downstairs- the comfortable drawing room is perfect for relaxing- planning your Lake District adventures or chatting to other guests over drinks and nibbles. A thoughtfully restored Grade II listed house- Rothay Manor wears its heritage proudly- with hardwood floors and Lewis and Wood wallpaper in the award-winning restaurant. But the celebrated executive chef also draws on Japanese and Scandinavian traditions to create menus that burst with imagination and flavor. In between meals- explore the beautiful gardens- walk the shores of Lake Windermere- or lace up your hiking boots and take to the fells. The hotel offers a local walking guide- and sustainable foraging expeditions in spring and summer. To get even more active- ask about mountain biking- paddle boarding or wild swimming in nearby tarns. This part of Cumbria was also home to William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter- whose homes are open to the public. Rothay Manor puts you within easy distance of it all- and will warmly welcome you back when your Ambleside adventures are over. Rothay Manor is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.Show More
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4.5/5Great·Cleanliness: 4.5
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Amenities
HikingPrivate ParkingFreeBarRestaurantLuggage StorageWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Train: Windermere
(8.2km)
Train: Oxenholme The Lake District
(27.2km)
Landmarks: The Worx Gym
(220m)
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Rooms
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Services & Amenities
12
Junior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Minibar
Towel
Garden View
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8
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
Superior King Size En-Suite Double Room
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Minibar
Mountain View
Towel
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3
Premium Double Room
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towel
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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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7
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
Towel
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7
Luxury Suite
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Minibar
TV
River View
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9
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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5
Deluxe King Suite with Hot Tub
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
Towel
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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(68)
4.5/5
Great
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.5
- Amenities4.5
- Location4.5
- Service4.5
Sally Beans
March 18, 2022
A classy gem in the heart of the Lake District, everything about this hotel is beautiful and good quality, from the rooms, amenities and menu. I highly recommend staying here.
The tasting menu is delicious. The staff were really friendly and accommodating.
sarahsS5289MJ
February 28, 2024
Lovely hotel, rooms amazing, breakfast one of the best. Breakfast staff very friendly and attentive, location perfect. Sadly the evening was a disappointment, we had to ask 3 time a for the “All day dining” menu, we were left for 45 mins with nobody attending to us, we felt very uncomfortable, left comments with no reply, our summary is that the hotel doesn’t want casual dining on an evening, we went and got an amazing pizza from up the road
Guest User
May 25, 2024
This was our first visit but certainly won’t be our last as we just loved everything about the place – a perfect size, tastefully decorated throughout, with a great restaurant and wonderful staff. The hotel is ideally located as it’s close to the centre of Ambleside and also the starting point for a number of local walks. In addition, we appreciated the restaurant offering both a tasting menu and an a la carte – too many places are now “tasting menu only” which doesn’t suit everybody (including my wife). Finally, a word on the quality & presentation of the food - it’s as good as many of the Michelin restaurants we have visited and it can only be a matter of time before they get recognised. We are already checking our diary to see when we can return.
Guest User
May 25, 2024
We came to Rothay Manor for the all day menu expecting to eat in the bar. The initial welcome at reception was very underwhelming and we were then sat in an ante room and served drinks and an Amouse Bouche and our order taken. After around an hour we were taken to our table. The restaurant is absolutely stunning but totally soulless. Staff are lovely but the whole thing is chaotic-at least six different people served us. My husband ordered a ‘steak pie with chips and gravy’ and I opted for the caramelised onion tart. So the steak pie was basically mince meat with carrots in and not a piece of steak in sight. Chips were frozen and awful and there was no gravy in sight. Mine was even worse. An overly sugary pastry with basically a whole onion in-it was quite simply vile. To be fair I was not charged for my meal but as I could not eat more than my first mouthful it was so disgusting I think that is only fair. The place is jumped up and pretentious. I have never seen a steak pie with mincemeat in it in my life and at £24 it’s quite simply a rip off. It’s confused and lacking in any real direction-something is off and we personally would never return.
Guest User
May 15, 2024
We went for dinner in the evening and both the food and the service were excellent. Each of the three courses were very tasty and well presented. The staff were pleasant and attentive without being obtrusive. The only drawback to the evening was the one hour wait between when we arrived for our booked time and sitting down for the meal.
Guest User
May 14, 2024
A charming hotel between Ambleside Town centre and the north shore of Windermere. Excellent service and great little touches that made our stay special. This is not a cheap option, but worth it for a treat. If you fancy a bit of luxury and have a dog, it's well worth a look.
Guest User
April 24, 2024
An excellent room with good facilities, very professional staff and good food, however the speed of service in the dining room was rather slow.
Guest User
April 13, 2024
We love this hotel . Friendly staff every where you go Food exquisite accommodation comfortable and first rate and so dog friendly We have already returned after only a month Special mention to Sam and Issac in the restaurant who were memorable Les
Guest User
April 2, 2024
We visited the Rothay Manor in February 2024. This was our second time visiting the hotel since 2019 and it was even better than the first time. The room was spacious and comfortable and the hot tub was great especially after a day’s walking. The food at breakfasts and dinner in the evenings were delicious and the staff were lovely - kind, helpful, attentive whilst remaining professional at all times. Our golden retriever accompanied us and she was treated like a princess by everyone. If you have a dog, the boot room and dog shower are a fantastic addition since the last time we visited. All in all, visit the Rothay Manor if you can - you won’t be disappointed. Can’t wait until our next visit.
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
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Free |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Property Description
- Opened: 1825
- Number of Rooms: 23
Get away from it all at Rothay Manor- a luxurious boutique hotel in Ambleside- Cumbria. Set amidst the wild hills and glittering tarns of the Lake District- this country house retreat is the perfect tonic for the bustle of modern life. Its cozy rooms and elegant suites are havens in themselves- complete with sumptuous beds- fluffy dressing gowns and contemporary bathrooms. While downstairs- the comfortable drawing room is perfect for relaxing- planning your Lake District adventures or chatting to other guests over drinks and nibbles. A thoughtfully restored Grade II listed house- Rothay Manor wears its heritage proudly- with hardwood floors and Lewis and Wood wallpaper in the award-winning restaurant. But the celebrated executive chef also draws on Japanese and Scandinavian traditions to create menus that burst with imagination and flavor. In between meals- explore the beautiful gardens- walk the shores of Lake Windermere- or lace up your hiking boots and take to the fells. The hotel offers a local walking guide- and sustainable foraging expeditions in spring and summer. To get even more active- ask about mountain biking- paddle boarding or wild swimming in nearby tarns. This part of Cumbria was also home to William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter- whose homes are open to the public. Rothay Manor puts you within easy distance of it all- and will warmly welcome you back when your Ambleside adventures are over. Rothay Manor is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Hiking
Private ParkingFree
Bar
Restaurant
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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