The Ro Hotel Windermere
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About this property
Perched on a hillside in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Ro Hotel features sweeping views of Lake Windermere and the stunning Lake District landscape. With a bold, modern design and the charm of genuine northern hospitality, The Ro is the ideal base for discovering one of the UK’s most iconic regions. Rooms & Accommodations Choose from a diverse selection of stylish, modern rooms and suites—many offering spectacular lake front facing views. Each room includes an private bathroom with a walk-in shower, Smart flat-screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and Eco Boutique toiletries. Select rooms also feature private balconies or bathtubs for added indulgence. The hotel welcomes pets with 10 dog-friendly rooms located on the ground floor. These rooms are limited and must be booked directly with the hotel. A £25.00 fee per dog, per stay applies. Dining Savor the best of the region with dishes crafted from fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients at our on-site restaurant. Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast, a tranquil afternoon tea overlooking the lake, or relaxed lunches and dinners in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Our bar and outdoor terrace are ideal for light bites or drinks throughout the day. Pre-booking is strongly recommended and subject to availability. Breakfast: 07:00 - 10:00 Lunch: 12:00 - 15:00 Dinner: 18:00 - 20:30 Hydro Wellness Club Rejuvenate in our newly launched Hydro Wellness Club, featuring a state-of-the-art TechnoGym, a heated indoor pool, hot tub, tranquil relaxation areas with lake views, and luxurious spa treatments using TEMPLESPA products. Please note: Access to the Wellness Club is not included in standard room bookings and may incur an additional charge. Time slots must be reserved and are subject to availability. Open daily from 08:00 to 20:00. Children’s swimming hours: Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 10:00 and Saturday – Sunday | 08:00 – 11:00 Additional Information Check-in: From 15:00 Check-out: By 11:00 Parking: Limited on-site parking available on a first-come, first-served basis (£7.50 per day). Additional public parking nearby.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Evie
United Kingdom
“The location of the hotel was great - only a 5min walk into the town centre. The included breakfast buffet was really nice, big selection to choose from. All the staff we spoke to were helpful and nice. The room was good, very comfortable bed. We...” - Rob
United Kingdom
“Nice modern facilities. Friendly staff. Great breakfast.” - Nicola
United Kingdom
“staff were great. Breakfast was good, rooms were quiet, beds were comfy. We chose you as we could bring our dog, thank you” - Jackie
United Kingdom
“The view from our room was excellent and the breakfast was the best my husband has had in long time” - Hellen
United Kingdom
“Great breakfast; very accommodating staff. Beautiful views from a balcony room.” - Brian
United Kingdom
“Location, appearance, decor, bar, restaurant, breakfast, staff.” - Victoria
United Kingdom
“Excellent hotel, service good and rooms very comfortable. Ideal location, friendly staff and nice breakfast.” - Reuben
United Kingdom
“Staff: Good service. A special shout out to Jake at the bar who did an excellent job adapting a cocktail for us. Food: Dinner was excellent quality and the selection of cooked and continental options at breakfast was decent. Room: Spacious with...” - Siyuan
Hong Kong
“Staff at the front desk were friendly and always ready to help.” - Anthony
Spain
“How close it was to all bars and restaurants . The view from room 301 was superb.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Lacu
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
When booking for 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements apply.
As a dog friendly hotel, we would like to make you aware that there are 14 pet friendly rooms in our property. All of the pet friendly rooms are allocated on a ground floor. Limited availability. Please contact hotel directly to check the availability.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Ro Hotel Windermere of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.