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Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

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Sundeck
Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Riverside Lodge Family Suite | Private kitchenette | Oven, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Riverside Lodge Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

Riverside Lodge Family Suite

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ambleside

With a stay at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels in Ambleside, you'll be on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and The Herdy Shop. .This spa hotel is 13 mi (21 km) from Ullswater and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Grasmere Garden Village.

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

Riverfront hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a spa tub and a sauna.
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.
Stay in one of 30 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and separate sitting areas.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and body treatments. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a spa tub and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Grab dinner at The Garden restaurant, a restaurant that specializes in British cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Garden restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves dinner only.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Garden restaurant

Things to do

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

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

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
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 6 2025 to January 27 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Spa

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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. 267 out of 421 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 421 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 421 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 421 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 421 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

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in great location.
Nice stay in well located hotel. Staff were friendly and efficient. Room was clean and adequately spacious with a small balcony. Enjoyed the lovely wee spa. Thought the parking charge for residents was an unnecessary at the price but otherwise very happy with everything. Breakfast was good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disappointed, won’t return
Disappointed with room. Located in roof with small windows , no balcony Spa facilities very poor, aromatherapy steam room and hydro pool not working !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Girly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anniversary break
Beautiful room, excellent restaurant and service by all the staff. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Liz

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and service but pricey
A lovely quiet location, picturesque gardens and nice spacious room. As this is a 4 star hotel we had high expectations. Some things a bit surprisingly is the £10 per day parking, part of the spa facilities not working (aromatherapy room) and some of the drink and food prices were eye watering. We had a meal in the restaurant and we were still hungry. The room also missed a condom wrapper when cleaning! The customer service was really good, nice food and drink just overpriced. The gardens are lovely to sit in and the spa is relaxing just on the small side.
Outside of hotel
Superior room
View of spa from hotel
Bar in hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hicham

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

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
On arrival the hotel looked great, friedly staff on the desk. Overall we had a lovely stay. We had two rooms and the double overlooking the river behind was idyllic. Downsides: * Noise from the room above - the residents weren't crashing about but you could hear every footstep, loudly when they were in the bathroom. * Spa - whilst a lovely pool overlooking the scenery, both the aromatherapy room and sauna were out of order during our stay. * Surprised a little that residents were charged for parking although in retrospect can see "Self parking fee" (what other type of parking is there?) in the property info.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, friendly staff and lovely room with balcony overlooking the river . We spent the first two nights of our honeymoon there. It was just a shame the spa bath in our room didn't work and we didn't get anything extra to acknowledge our recent wedding. However we still had a great time and will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024