Bed and breakfast Glen Rothay
Glen Rothay, Rydal, Ambleside, Cumbria, Ambleside, LA22 9LR, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 762 reviews)
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The location is perfect and only short taxi ride into Ambleside. All the staff are very friendly and polite. We can’t wait to stay again
United KingdomComfortable room and large bathroom with a bath! Very good choice of breakfast food. Location gave access to lots of walks.
United KingdomEverything was how we had imagined it. Cozy old pub with lots to look at whilst you warm up by the fire at your table. Our room was fabulous and very large. The bed was extremely comfy, there was a large free standing bath and powerful separate shower.
United KingdomThe breakfast was excellent nothing was a problem it was already waiting for us to attend the cooked breakfast was cooked perfectly to what we ordered served by very friendly staff in a perfect manner always asking if everything & everyone was ok. We also booked evening meals which again were excellent the batter on the fish was a lovely golden brown colour and cooked to perfection again the service was excellent.Also seeing the badgers coming out to feed in the evening was simply amazing.
United KingdomA rather excellent hot Cumbrian breakfast was very satisfying 😋
United KingdomFantastic location by Rydal Water between Grasmere and Ambleside, wonderful staff, excellent food and well kept real ale.
United KingdomHelpful staff whilst dealing with Covid 'demands'. Large bed was comfy. Bathroom was very luxurious. Food was good & plenty!
United KingdomThe staff are lovely, friendly and couldn't do enough for you. The location was great for the Fairfield horseshoe walk.
United KingdomBreakfast great , food was homely tasty food . Great location for walks , Kentmere room had great view and loved the bathroom
United Kingdom'BREAKFAST' WAS GOOD WITH PLENTY OF CHOICE. 'ROOM' -COMFORTABLE-CENTRAL HEATING-PLENTY OF HOT WATER-TEA/COFFEE FACILITIES. 'DINNER'- GOOD RANGE OF CHOICES-COOKED AND PRESENTED WELL. THERE ARE VISITING LIVE BADGERS THAT VISIT THE GROUNDS IN THE EVENING IF YOU ARE LUCKY WITH A BENCH ON SITE TO WATCH THEM.
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Situated in the heart of the picturesque National Park, is opposite Rydal Water and a 20-minute bus ride from the scenic town of Windermere. Free private parking is available on site. The property is surrounded by woodland and guests can enjoy mountain and .
Each room at Glen Rothay comes with a private bathroom, a digital TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Free WiFi is also available.
A traditional full is on offer each morning, along with scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, and porridge. A menu is also available and features a selection of sandwiches, main courses and desserts. A range of local real ales and 40 whiskies are available at the bar.
Local activities include hiking through the nearby hills and mountains, mountain biking and river cruises along Windermere.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 8.3 for two-person stays.
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Deluxe Double Room with Mountain View
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Superior Family Room
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Large Double Room
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Double Room
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Standard Double or Twin Room
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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
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Double Room
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Double or Twin Room with Woodland View
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About Glen Rothay
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Host Information
A 400 year old inn with 13 charming rooms, all different. Poet William Wordsworth lived next door, and many TV programmes and films have been filmed locally. There are excellent walks from the doorstep, and sightseeing tours are available.
The hotel is surrounded by England's most beautiful scenery, with a lake 100 metres away and mountains and woodland all around. The local town, Ambleside, is just 2km away and has a good selection of restaurants, shops and cinemas. This area is very popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and mountain biking. There are lots of family attractions close by. This is a very low crime area.
Languages spoken: English
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Rydal Mount & Gardens0.1 miles
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Rydal Water0.5 miles
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Grizedale Forest5.1 miles
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Tarn Hows5.7 miles
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Lake Windermere5.8 miles
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World of Beatrix Potter6.2 miles
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Hill Top6.6 miles
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Coniston Water7.8 miles
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Scafell Pike9.1 miles
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Wastwater Lake11 miles
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Restaurant Badger Bar0 miles
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Cafe/bar apple pie bakery1.2 miles
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Supermarket spar1.2 miles
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Derwentwater11.2 miles
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Cat Bells11.3 miles
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River rothay0 miles
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Lake rydal0.1 miles
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Mountain Scafell9.3 miles
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Sea/ocean irish sea24.9 miles
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Facilities of Glen Rothay Great facilities! Review score, 8.3
Most popular facilities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linen
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Hiking
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
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Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Pet bowls
Reception services
- Invoice provided
General
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Glen Rothay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
FAQs about Glen Rothay
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Glen Rothay (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private parking
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Check-in at Glen Rothay is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.
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Glen Rothay is 1.4 miles from the centre of Ambleside.
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Room options at Glen Rothay include:
- Double
- Family
- Twin/Double
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Glen Rothay has 1 restaurant:
- Badger Bar
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Glen Rothay by:
- Train 20min
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The prices at Glen Rothay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Glen Rothay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
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Guests staying at Glen Rothay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
