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Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

Property class: 4

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$396
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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Broadgate, Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9RJ
  • Place, The Herdy Shop
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dove Cottage
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Wordsworth Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (Double Room)

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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (Junior Suite)

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

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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View, Mountainside (Deluxe Room)

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Junior Suite with Balcony)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Junior Suite with Terrace)

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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ambleside

At Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of The Herdy Shop and Helm Crag. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body treatments and reflexology. The fine-dining restaurant, Rothay Garden Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub and sauna. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside hotel, attractions include Lake Windermere and Ullswater.

What's nearby

  • The Herdy Shop - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cocoa Hearts - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grasmere - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dove Cottage - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Wordsworth Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels offers its guests a full-service spa, a hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Ambleside hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels offers 32 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift
  • 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

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • 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 and a first aid kit
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 and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels?

Yep, Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels has a self car park for GBP 10.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

How much does it cost to stay at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels on 5 Oct 2026 start from NZ$396, including 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.

Is there a spa on site at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps and body treatments, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors can't get enough of the free full brekkie here! Available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels?

No, Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 600 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 600 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 600 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 600 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 600 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing all round. Big bedroom with great views, amazing food in the restaurant, kind and helpful staff, and the spa was incredible after a day of browsing the local towns and some walks around the lakes. Perfect central location too as a base for our trip, with easy access south to Ambleside and Windermere or north to Keswick and across towards buttermere. A luxurious stay that made our trip complete.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel, beautiful grounds / gardens and bonus of spa facilities. Every member of staff was warm, welcoming and helpful. Great breakfast choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money…. The rooms are not the cheapest, but they are worth the money. From start to finish the say was perfect. The staff were super friendly and went out of their way to welcome you. We wished we had stayed another night and will definitely come back. The food and selection for breakfast was great and they accommodated our miniature poodle throughout our stay with a special welcome basket on arrival. All in all a wonderful getaway, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time to Grasmere and had a lovely time. The room was luxurious and welcoming, would have been happy to stay in the whole time! Random huge bottle of gin was definitely unusual. Restaurant was great, really couldn’t fault anything about the hotel or the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Stay was great and spa was beautiful thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms need regrouting and thorough cleaning. Also spa has broken tiles in the floor. The grounds around the back of Hotel need a good cleaning. Not a 4 star hotel. Also you have to pay for parking if you don’t book direct with hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are friendly - hotel has laid-back charm,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large room with patio on the riverside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was special
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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