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Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel with free breakfast

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Sundeck
Riverside Lodge Family Suite | Private kitchenette
Interior
Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Broadgate, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9RJ
  • Grasmere Garden Village
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Wordsworth Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Room options

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Riverside Lodge Double Room

Riverside Lodge Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Superior)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed (Superior)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Riverside Lodge Family Suite

Riverside Lodge Family Suite

  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Ambleside

On river.Your stay at this Ambleside hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of The Herdy Shop and Grasmere Garden Village. Helm Crag and St Oswald's Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grasmere Garden Village - 8 min walk
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 12 min walk
  • Dove Cottage - 16 min walk
  • Rydal Mount - 5 min drive
  • Ambleside Pier - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 23 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sticklebarn Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

4-star spa hotel with free breakfast
Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels offers its guests a full-service spa, a spa tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Ambleside hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels offers 30 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10.00 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Rothay
Rothay Garden
Rothay Garden Ambleside
Rothay Garden Hotel
Rothay Garden Hotel Ambleside
Rothay Hotel
Rothay Garden Hotel
Rothay By Harbour Hotels
Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels Hotel
Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels Ambleside
Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels Hotel Ambleside

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 438 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Keeley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rothay Gardens review.
We had a lovely couple of nights at the hotel. Everything was brilliant. Staff were so helpful. Can not fault anything. Will definitely return. Thanks again, Paul and Jane.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a delightful spot with lovely views all round. Very close to the charming village of Grasmere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
A brilliant find in a unique and chilled out location. The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful and flexible. The property has clearly had an excellent refurbishment. Nice spa. Couldn't fault our stay at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with friendly staff. The food was lovely at dinner and breakfast. A lovely room and beautiful scenery and walks around the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel and facilities
Excellent hotel with great facilities, the free use of the spa was a bonus and perhaps needs to be highlighted a bit more? Dinner and breakfast were both excellent and super service. High recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very comfy to stay easy access to a range of walking routes will be back in the new year
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful and comfortable
We only stayed one night but found the hotel delightful. We had stayed before but it was approaching 20 years ago. It was good then, but has been improved with well appointed rooms and a new conservatory restaurant overlooking the gardens which are alongside the River Rothay. Dinner was excellent and breakfast was of a good standard too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Great stay. Lovely spa. Staff polite and welcoming. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and amazing restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Shirley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The ‘deluxe’ room was not what we expected. We had issues to be sorted from the minute we arrived in our room. Needed to ask for an extra table lamp in order to use the desk in a dark corner. Toilet was permanently flushing causing noise and wasting water. Television needed connecting properly so no television for our first evening. Bathroom was very grubby. Wash hand basin tap came off showering the whole bathroom. Noise during night sounding like a pump which disturbed our sleep. Finally, not impressed with breakfasts. Had to ask for bananas each day. Had to ask for honey. Choices were very limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Henderson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet with beautiful grounds. Restaurant staff very courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
As a regular in the Lake District, my husband and I decided to stay at Rothay Gardens. Check in was functional but not particularly welcoming. Not informed of vip credit until departure. The room was clean and tidy, furniture tired and the room was small. I would suggest that the compulsory service charge is just put in the price of drinks and food. Overall, a functional stay, but would stay elsewhere in the future. were I felt my stay was better value and customer service was of a greater standard
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Luke

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No lift so it’s an inconvenience walking up and down flights of stairs. Low beam on the ceiling, really banged my head on it during the night. Bathroom could do with being upgraded slightly. Looks tired. The spa could do with a bit of upgrading. It would be nice to be able to order drinks to it. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night in the lodge & it was beyond outstanding! There was only 4 of us but it can be booked for upto 6 people. It was immaculate and well kitted out with really nice furnishings that had a luxurious feel. It was the comfiest & best nights sleep I’ve had during any stay anywhere. The staff were excellent and they gave us great directions up to the local Tarn which was a nice walk with kids. We were even able to take a cold dip in a fall on the way to the top thanks to the information & route that the gentleman checking us in shared with us. Staff were beyond helpful & welcoming. We would highly recommend if you want to stay in a beautiful setting with great facilities and incredible customer service & in a great location then I would highly recommend booking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete, Sheffield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel in a stunning location. Dine in at least once the food and service is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location just on the edge of the centre of Grasmere (a short stroll), next to the river and a beautiful backdrop. Classic room was small but cosy, with character and a nice large bathroom. The view from the room could have been better as you looked out on the road, although it was nice to see the hills in the distance. Some hotel storage containers immediately below detracted from the view. The hotel public areas were nicely furnished. The highlight was the marvellous spa facility, which is an 'outhouse' with a backdrop to the hills and a lovely outdoor space for relaxing whilst looking on to the well maintained gardens. It was also nice to be able to get a drink from the bar to sit outside the spa. Shame the aromatherapy room wasn't functioning. Our main dissapointment with the hotel was breakfast - the service was frustrating - twice we asked for a particular table (that were available) and was told no - in one case because the table was for three people (there were two of us) and in the other case it was because the table was 'not made up' (which it subsequently was for guests who sat down shortly after) - not what you expect from a 4 star hotel. As for the food - the continental range could be better and my wife struggled with the runny eggs (arguably personal preference). We just didnt feel the breakfast/service was quite up to the standard you would expect for this type of property. Despite this, we enjoyed our stay at Rothay Garden in beautiful Grasmere!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024