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You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body wrap, and reflexology at the onsite spa. The on-site British cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Rothay Garden Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Hill View (Lodge Double Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (Double Room)

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Hill View (Lodge Suite)

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Hill View (Lodge Suite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows with 'RGH' on them, a green upholstered headboard, and a skylight.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (Junior Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Hill View (Superior Room with Balcony)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Hill View (Superior Room with Balcony)

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window, TV, and artwork.

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View, Mountainside (Deluxe Room)

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with skylights.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Junior Suite with Balcony)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, and a large window with a view of greenery.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Junior Suite with Terrace)

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Ambleside, Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. The Herdy Shop and Cocoa Hearts are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
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Broadgate, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9RJ

What's nearby

  • A white house with a stone wall and a stone chimney.
    Dove Cottage
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Helm Crag
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grasmere Garden Village
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grasmere
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Wordsworth Museum
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Burneside Station
    23 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL)
    131 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lakes Brew Co Tap
    7 min drive
  • The Three Shires Inn
    8 min drive
  • The Distiller’s Arms
    10 min walk
  • The Flying Fleece
    7 min drive
  • The Britannia Inn
    5 min drive

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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
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Rothay Garden Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels located?

Situated on a river, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Herdy Shop, Grasmere Garden Village, and Helm Crag. St Oswald's Church and Cocoa Hearts are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 373 out of 593 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 593 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 593 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 593 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 593 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

NICOLE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stunning location, excellent breakfast but room 26 very disappointing. I guess we got the worst room in the hotel. (next to scaffolding hotel renovation) Breakfast staff very professional and made our stay worthwhile.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely stay. The room was very spacious, spotlessly clean and well kept, with a modern bathroom. The spa was excellent, and it was especially nice to relax in the hot tub overlooking the mountains. Breakfast had a great range of options, including a hot breakfast and continental selection, and the food was excellent. Would definitely stay again. The only slight downside was the £10 parking charge, although I appreciate parking in the area is limited.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant Rooms nice but a bit dated bathrooms No lift and luggage to room is problematic for people
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great location and gardens. Stains on carpets in several areas, breakfast buffet disappointing, decor needs freshening up. Parking charge of £10 per night surprising and disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all helpful and super friendly. The room was clean and a good size. We had dinner on the restaurant one night and two breakfasts- all were delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in fantastic location. Excellent spa facilities, room had everything you could need. Staff were really helpful and could not have done more. Highly recommend. We will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosalind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay in a wonderful location. The hotel was welcoming and the staff excellent - nothing was too much trouble. Beautiful gardens to sit and enjoy, small but delightful spa, lovely restaurant - dinner and breakfast were delicious. Can’t fault anything. Will definitely go back. Highly rated proper 4* hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Excellent, peaceful escape. All the staff were outstanding. Restaurant quality very good. Only downside was that the rooms were showing their age and needed a freshen up. In spite of this, we’d stay again because all other popsicles were so strong.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was brilliant staff very friendly and the room was great and spa excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall stay was excellent. Food lovely & staff friendly. Rooms etc were spotless. The only issue was no lift. It was a struggle for my father in law to get up 2 flights of stairs. However, this didn’t deflect from having an enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Millie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Lodge 1, it was aesthetically really beautiful! The only downside is you can hear EVERYTHING from next door, which wasn’t too bad for us because it was just TV but I can imagine if you had a rowdy next door neighbour in the lodge you’d be extremely disappointed. The Spa was beautiful and intimate it is a great escape for a couple… However, two elements of the shower didn’t work, the hydropool could use a bit of maintenance and a little bit of atmospheric music would be great (there is speakers). Besides this, it’s picturesque and relaxing facility. Breakfast here is AMAZING like 10/10 the best hotel breakfast I’ve had. You have both a continental breakfast, and you have a made to order menu. I ordered the eggs florentine and my partner ordered the porridge, both were great. This a hotel I’d definitely come back to and recommend for couples or friends looking for a relaxing getaway in the lakes :).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Stay was great and spa was beautiful thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
a very faint smell after dogs in my room. the spa had a few tiles that came off and one of the misty showers didn't work. however, the room-upgrade was grate and the food lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second visit to Rothay Gardens. Lovely get away. Restaurant is fantastic and the staff always helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staff were amazing, had an amazing time, the dinner was really good, food was at a very high standard. every member of staff was extremely friendly and hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are friendly - hotel has laid-back charm,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was special
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff pleasant enough, evening meal good , breakfast excellent, amenities ok , furniture dated , needs a little more ambiance in dinning area , music maybe freshening up decor. Bed very comfortable room spotlessly clean . Thank you for the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kacy

Liked: Amenities
One of the nicest hotels we have stayed in facilities where amazing and staff where lovely and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a beautiful location, food was excellent & the spa was great, would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time at Rothay Garden. Good parking , great location. Rooms nice and staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025