Rothay House
Guest hou, 4-starRothay Road, Ambleside, United KingdomShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and cleanliness.
9.3494Reviews- Check-in from 3:30 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.8 out of 10, at Rothay Road.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Charming Guest House in Ambleside
Local Produce Breakfast: Enjoy a delicious breakfast with local produce and homemade jams at Rothay House.
Cosy Rooms with Modern Amenities: Individually decorated rooms with a TV, DVD player, Pure Lakes toiletries, and tea/coffee facilities.
Convenient Location: Just a short walk from Ambleside town centre and a mile from Lake Windermere. Perfect for exploring the area.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Packed lunches
- Non-smoking throughout
Rooms
9.3
Top rated
Rated 9.3 out of 10 by 494 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.3
- Service9.8
- Location9.8
- Rooms8.8
- Amenities8.8
- Value9.3
- Food & drink9.3
Guests mention
Excellent locationFriendly hostsDelicious breakfast
garyUnited KingdomNot impressed
Very nice area , parking available 3 mins walk to all amenities Breakfast was nice with plenty of options given
Room 3 is too small for a Double bed and kept catching the corner of the bed everytime I went round it…
HarryGermanyLage top , Frühstück top , alles perfekt sauber.
Zimmer war ein bisschen klein.
ColinUnited KingdomComfortable stay in a great location, with friendly, attentive owners
Owners were very attentive and breakfast was excellent and made to order. Location was very good with free parking.
Ensuite shower room was very tight and not ideally designed.
WendyAustraliaA great location to explore the Lake district with full breakfast and parking
Rothay House was in a great spot to explore the Lake District, and within Ambleside was close to restaurants, and to hiking trails in the area. The hosts were very helpful and served a great daily breakfast.
There was…
KathrynUnited KingdomClean, friendly and a great location
Small and select
Nothing
RahimaUnited Kingdomhost and breakfast was very good .location was excellent.
room was to small
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Rothay Road, Ambleside, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.8 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:30 PM until 09:00 PM
Check-out by 10:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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If you require an early check-in, please note this in the Special Requests box when booking. Please be aware that there are 10 steps leading to the main entrance. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Rothay House
What time is check-in and check-out at Rothay House?
Check-in is from 3:30 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Rothay House allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Rothay House?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Rothay House have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Rothay House?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Rothay House?
Rothay Road, Ambleside.
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