The Ro Hotel

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Independent
7.2 (224 reviews)
Helm Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, England, LA23 3BA , Windermere , GB
44-1539-232625

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Fitness facilities
Health club
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Conference space
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Great gym and pool facilities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited dinner options

Categories

Cleanliness
6.34
The room was not very clean; needed better attention to detail.
Service
7.81
Standard service for a hotel of this rating, staff were polite.
Location
7.35
Conveniently located near main attractions.
Room Quality
7.3
Room was comfortable but had some minor maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.83
Well-equipped gym and nice pool area.
Value for Money
6.79
Reasonable price for the quality of service and location.
Food and Beverage
7.34
Breakfast was good, but dinner options were limited.
Overall Experience
6.81
Overall a good stay with some areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 19:13

Property Description

Discover the charm of The Ro Hotel, where a perfect blend of comfort and adventure awaits you in the heart of Windermere.

Recreational Amenities
Unwind with our state-of-the-art health club and refreshing indoor pool, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploration. Enjoy the convenience of complimentary wireless internet throughout the property to stay connected.

Culinary Delights
Savor the taste of British cuisine at our on-site restaurant, LACU, boasting a delightful bar/lounge and serene garden views. Indulge in our full breakfast offerings daily to kickstart your day.

Event Spaces
Whether planning a corporate retreat or a special celebration, our hotel provides versatile event spaces of 1183 square feet, accompanied by exceptional hospitality services.

Escape to The Ro Hotel and experience comfort like never before—book your stay today!

Important information:

  • 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 hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ZRH

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 224 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.34
Service: 7.81
Location: 7.35
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 7.83
Value for Money: 6.79
Food and Beverage: 7.34
Overall Experience: 6.81
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Mehran • extended_group • gb
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Dining area & bar. Disabled access room very good.

Cons:

£10 a day parking even for disabled.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • couple • gb
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Martin Tymon • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Location, staff were friendly and room was clean and tidy.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
On the whole a pleasant stay
Pros:

Our room with a balcony was amazing. Lovely view. Shower really good. Bed very comfortable. Room very spacious. Breakfast was good with lots of choice.

Cons:

We ate at the hotel once and it was very disappointing. The menu was limited and there was no atmosphere but the food was nice enough. The lift wasn’t for the faint hearted. We had to pay £10 a night for parking. We felt that, as residents, this was not appropriate. The hotel was located on a steep hill.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Bob • couple • gb
7
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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ALAN COLLEDGE • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Barrie • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
7
Pleasant and very handy for Bowness itself.
Pros:

Nice breakfast, bit busy but that’s just the way it was. Perhaps there could have been more staff around to help people to find a seat.

Cons:

Upon arrival, had to pay £10 for car park then receptionist was eager to put £50 on my card as a ‘holding deposit.’ Whilst I accept this policy, it wasn’t the friendliest welcome after a two-hour drive and it just felt like we were there to ‘pay out’ rather than being valued as guests.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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William • extended_group • gb
9
Very comfortable and restful
Pros:

Breakfast was a good standard

Cons:

Location was a little difficult and parking was not brilliant

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
10
Great stay, back next year
Pros:

Great location. Excellent standards throughout. Staff helpful and professional.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Tina • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
10
Only stayed one night very nice
Pros:

Bed and room lovely and clean

Cons:

All good

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Kayleigh • couple • gb
8
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
5
Would not stay again
Pros:

Not a lot

Cons:

It needs some talc

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Kennedy • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Central to the heart of the town. Clean room,.comfy bed, clean bathroom. Good breakfast!

Cons:

Bit hilly to get to

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

All good

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Richard-N • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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shauner • couple • gb
6
I would stay again but would request an upper floor room without a wet room. If I had been staying longer I would have r
Pros:

Central location , nice breakfast and employees.

Cons:

The room was downstairs at the bottom of the first floor stairs which meant anytime guests came in we could hear everything. Was woken numerous times due to loud guests until early hours. The bathroom was a wet room. The shower wasn’t the best and you couldn’t turn the heat up without the power of the shower increasing which resulted in most of the bathroom being drenched. Parking was also an issue. Although not controlled by the hotel the app wouldn’t allow you to extend your car parking and could only book1 day max. The hotel have assured me they will deal with the fine if we get one.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • gb
9
Great
Pros:

Good location, friendly staff, nice room

Cons:

Parts of the room need decorating/updating.

Tiles in the bathroom by the door were cracked and the skirting board was coming off in the bathroom

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee