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The Ro Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Lake Windermere

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SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior entrance
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Spa

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Helm Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, England, LA23 3BA
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowness Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

FAMILY LAKE VIEW (not pet friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

THE BISKEY BALCONY (not pet friendly)

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

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BISKEY LAKE VIEW (not pret friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

BISKEY LAKE VIEW (not pret friendly)

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

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SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

SIGNATURE DOUBLE (not pet friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

PET FRIENDLY DOUBLE

  • 199 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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PET FRIENDLY TWIN | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

PET FRIENDLY TWIN

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

FAMILY ROOM (not pet friendly)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

ACCESSIBLE ROOM (not pet friendly)

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Signature Twin

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Windermere

In Windermere .With a stay at this Windermere hotel, you'll be steps from World of Beatrix Potter and a 5-minute walk from Old Laundry Theatre. Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bowness Tap Rooms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ro Hotel

4-star hotel near Lake Windermere
The Ro Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a health club, and a 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 meters) 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.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1183 sq ft of conference space
  • 110 sq m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ro Hotel offers 87 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Windermere hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,195 reviews
$168 nightly
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Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 7.50 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (78 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Property payment types

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: 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

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ro Hotel to the airport?

The Ro Hotel is 892.7 mi (856-min drive) away from the Zurich Airport (ZRH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ro Hotel?

As of Dec 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ro Hotel on Dec 17, 2025 start from $97.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Ro Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ro Hotel.

Does The Ro Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Ro Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17.95 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ro Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Ro Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ro Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 7.50 per night.

Does The Ro Hotel have a pool?

The Ro Hotel features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does The Ro Hotel have a restaurant?

The Ro Hotel is home to LACU, which features British cuisine, garden views, and light fare.

Does The Ro Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is The Ro Hotel to downtown Windermere?

The Ro Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Bowness-on-Windermere.