Ambleside

Rothay Manor Hotel

Name: Rothay Manor Hotel
Address: Borrans Road, Ambleside, LA22 0EH, United Kingdom

StayScore

/100

Confidence: High

Borrans Road, Ambleside, LA22 0EH, United Kingdom

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★★★★4-star hotel

Rothay Manor Hotel sits in Ambleside within the Lake District National Park in a Grade II‑listed country house. The boutique property offers 23 individually styled bedrooms and suites, including pavilion garden suites with terrace or balcony rooms overlooking hotel gardens and the fells. On‑site dining is provided by the Rowan restaurant and there are cosy lounges and outdoor terrace seating. Guest rooms include standard in‑room amenities and some rooms are dog‑friendly.

Score breakdown

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StayScore

91/100

9.2/10

4.6/5

4.5/5

Scores last verified: 18 Aug 2026

StayScore Analysis

Why this hotel scores 91/100

Rothay Manor Hotel in Ambleside suits travellers looking for a compact, characterful Lake District base in a Grade II‑listed country house. With 23 individually styled bedrooms and garden-facing pavilion suites, it appeals to couples, walkers and anyone who values period character, cosy lounges and quick access to Ambleside’s lakeside walks and local eateries. The hotel’s boutique, intimate scale makes it a strong pick for short scenic breaks, romantic stays and exploring the fells from a central, charming base.

Amenities

What this hotel offers

Free parkingFree WiFiRestaurantNon-smoking roomsFacilities for disabled guestsRoom serviceTea/coffee maker in all roomsBarExceptional breakfast

Highlights

✓ Grade II‑listed country house with period character
✓ Boutique, small-scale property ideal for romantic breaks and walkers
✓ Garden-facing suites and easy access to Ambleside’s lakes and fells

Things to know

• Small, intimate scale means fewer facilities than larger Lake District hotels
• Better suited to couples and active travellers than large family groups or those after a resort-style stay

Hotel surroundings