Perched on a hillside in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Ro Hotel offers sweeping views of Lake Windermere and the dramatic Lake District landscape. Combining bold, contemporary design with warm northern hospitality, it provides an ideal base for exploring one of the UK’s most iconic regions. Rooms & Accommodations The hotel features a wide range of stylish, modern rooms and suites, many with stunning lake-facing views. Every room includes an private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a Smart flat-screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and Eco Boutique toiletries. Selected rooms offer private balconies or bathtubs for an extra touch of luxury. The Ro is also pet-friendly, with ten dog-friendly rooms located on the ground floor. These must be booked directly with the hotel, and a fee of £25.00 per dog, per stay applies. Dining Guests can enjoy a generous buffet breakfast each morning, along with drinks from the bar. Breakfast is served from 07:00 to 10:00. Hydro Wellness Club Unwind in the newly opened Hydro Wellness Club, complete with a state-of-the-art TechnoGym, heated indoor pool, hot tub, serene relaxation spaces overlooking the lake, and indulgent spa treatments using TEMPLESPA products. Please note that standard room bookings do not include access to the Wellness Club. Additional charges may apply, and advance reservation of time slots is required and subject to availability. The club is open daily from 08:00 to 20:00. Children’s swimming hours are Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 10:00, and Saturday to Sunday from 08:00 to 11:00. Additional Information Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Limited on-site parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis at £7.50 per day, with additional public parking located nearby. We charge £25.00 per dog, per stay. Parking is £7.50 per car, per night. Wellness club facilities and treatments are not included in standard bookings.
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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- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 17 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.
We charge £25.00 per dog, per stay.
Parking is £7.50 per car, per night.
Wellness club facilities and treatments are not included in standard bookings.
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.