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The Ro Hotel

4.0 star property

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SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Bar (on property)
Interior entrance
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Hot tub

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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

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PET FRIENDLY TWIN | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

PET FRIENDLY TWIN

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

ACCESSIBLE ROOM (not pet friendly)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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BISKEY LAKE VIEW (not pret friendly) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

BISKEY LAKE VIEW (not pret friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Signature Twin Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 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) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE

  • 18.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)

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

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THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly)

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

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About this property

The Ro Hotel

Hotel with an indoor pool, a short walk to Lake Windermere
Along with an indoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a health club. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, Access to hot tub and self parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Ro Hotel offers 87 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

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.

An indoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Ro Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Windermere. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an indoor pool and a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy British cuisine and garden views while dining at LACU
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, meeting rooms and conference space
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Steps from World of Beatrix Potter and 6 minutes on foot from Lake Windermere
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Ro Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a health club, and Access to hot tub. 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. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.
LACU – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises 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 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

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.
  • 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
  • Renovated entire property - June 2021
  • 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 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 at the property
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 at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Pool fee: GBP 25 per person, per stay
  • 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
  • Pool fee: GBP 25 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

The Ro Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 611 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 611 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 611 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 611 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 611 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zakery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
A quiet and comfortable place with amazing view of the valley and also a short walk into the hustle and bustle of down town. A great location and place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Terri Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location & lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

EWAN, Biggar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jamal

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice bar and room was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, staff amazing couldn’t do enough for you. Highly recommend this hotel, very central.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice comfortable stay. Breakfast was average no complaints. Room was comfortable and location was great. Although good for us a disability would make this difficult as the hotel is at the top of a steep hill. But overall it was really nice for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Will

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

6/10 Okay

anita

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024