Rothay Garth

3.5 star property
3.5-star B&B near Lake Windermere

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Exterior detail
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Small Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Rothay Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0EE
  • Ambleside Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
  • Rydal Mount
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Small Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

In Ambleside .Your stay at this B&B will put you steps from White Platts Recreation Ground and a 5-minute walk from Rothay Park. Lake Windermere and Ambleside Climbing Wall are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Dove Cottage - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Wray Castle - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Lion - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Rothay Garth

3.5-star B&B near Lake Windermere
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Rothay Garth also features a garden and a television in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Ambleside bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Rothay Garth offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 100-cm flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. This Ambleside bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 100-cm flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Rothay Garth Ambleside
Rothay Garth Bed & breakfast
Rothay Garth Bed & breakfast Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

Does Rothay Garth have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rothay Garth.

How much does it cost to stay at Rothay Garth?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rothay Garth on Oct 5, 2025 start from $117.64, 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 Rothay Garth offer free breakfast?

Rothay Garth offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Rothay Garth?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Rothay Garth?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rothay Garth?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Rothay Garth have a pool?

Rothay Garth does not have a pool.

Does Rothay Garth have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Rothay Garth to downtown Ambleside?

Rothay Garth is 0.3 mi away from Ambleside.

Rothay Garth Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 283 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hosts were extremely warm and friendly. The hotel is within 1-2 mins walk from everything on offer in Ambleside. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ataff are extremely helpful and welcoming. Breakfast is always a high standard and the scrambled egg is particularly to die for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, friendly staff. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vasilis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, easy parking, nice breakfast, very clean and spacious rooms
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely attentive staff, great breakfast and dog friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen, Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Thought this was a hotel, but really a B & B. No housekeeping services; you have to go get your new towels etc, yourself. May be my fault for not researching enough before booking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I never leave reviews, but felt it necessary to say how fantastic Victor was greeting us, showing us around, and overall making us feel so welcome. Great stay 100% will be returning
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

G

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gowcikan

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

Excellent

Very nice, quite room. Staff friendly Breakfast is very delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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

Perfect, would definitely choose again

We had a lovely 2 night stay in a cozy ensuite room. Great location with ample free parking. Suited our needs perfectly. Very nice complimentary breakfast. Warm welcome from Victor who goes the extra mile. Would definitely choose again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Perfectly located venue with very friendly service

Stayed for 2 nights with my wife. In a comfy room which had been refurbished. The room was compact but unless you were planning to spend a whole day in the room, it was perfect for sleeping and getting ready for the day. We were greeted by a very friendly receptionist who showed us to our room and explained the facilities and was really friendly along with the other staff throughout our stay. Nothing was too much bother and were always willing to help. The room was clean and the bed very comfy and had two fantastic nights sleep. Breakfast was good with quick service. Parking on site and ample. Only a 10 min walk if that to the town itself. Would defo recommend this B&B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

An ok stay

Reception was wonderful and helpful. Room was quiet but let down by cleanliness … thick dust on furniture & black dirt on windows. No water in the morning for a wash or toilet use. Had to resort to going downstairs to use the public toilet. Informed a staff member who said there was no water pressure in higher rooms and this had been mentioned before, but no management were available. I had sent a follow up email, but a week after the visit no response received.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callum, Englefield Green

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second time in a year to the Lake District. Great Hotel and excellent rooms. My room was flooded with light and a big comfortable bed. Heating was great and the house keeping. The breakfasts are fantastic and certainly worth the indulgence. It’s located in a lovely village, with breweries, pubs, tea rooms and local craft shops. I highly recommend a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Pamela

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unhappy customers

Room number 10.The room was small with little drawer space. The bathroom and in particular the shower was awful and potentially dangerous. On two occasions the water went off whilst showering for two minutes and then came back on scalding my head. I complained to the manager and he said someone forgot to turn something on adding that he would have been furious if it had been him. I showed him my head which was red with the scalding water suddenly coming through. The shower itself was previously one with sliding doors which have been removed and replaced with a curtain which was hardly long enough to stop water getting on the floor causing a slippery surface and thus unsafe The sealant around the shower tray was mouldy and unhygienic. However we are not at all happy and are interested to hear your view on the matter. We feel that we should be compensated for what was probably the worst room and particularly the bathroom we have stayed in
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not for Me

Great service and friendly staff. Place is very dated and doesn't reflect the images for the room we got. Booked for a romantic weekend and ended up booking somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a relaxing stay. Cosy room and great breakfast. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Fantastic Guest House

Newly refurbished room with a comfortable bed, provided toiletries and tea/coffee making facilities. Great fresh breakfast selection of both hot and cold items. Victor and Joanna friendly and helpful both before visit answering questions and also during stay. Very kindly provided complimentary Birthday gift for partner. Great location with free off road parking. Overall a fantastic Guest House which we will definitely return to!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025