Rothay Manor Shortlist*

Ambleside, Cumbria

In landscaped grounds, Jamie and Jenna Shail’s Grade II listed manor house pleases, inside and out. More

Good Hotel Guide Review

In landscaped grounds, Jamie and Jenna Shail’s Grade II listed manor house pleases, inside and out. Individually decorated bedrooms, ‘new and plush, but reflecting the ambience of this period property’, are supplied with bathrobes, a coffee machine, Fairtrade tea and a flask of cold milk; some have a balcony with views over the garden to the fells beyond. Chef Daniel McGeorge’s ambitious menus in the fine-dining restaurant have excellent vegetarian options; the laid-back lounge has classic fare. ‘Meals were superb, and the service courteous and efficient.’ Lakeside strolls and hilly hikes are nearby; plus complimentary use of a local health club. The needs of canine companions are well met too.

Hotel details

Address

Rothay Bridge
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0EH
England

Telephone

015394 33605

Bedrooms

23. 8 in Pavillion, 2 suitable for disabled, 2 with private outdoor hot tubs.

Open

all year except 2–20 Jan.

Facilities

bar, lounge, drawing room, restaurant (3 dining areas), in-room TV (Sky), civil wedding licence, boot room, dog wash, terrace, 2-acre landscaped gardens (croquet), public rooms wheelchair accessible.

Background music

all day in bar, lounge and restaurant.

Children

all ages welcomed.

Dogs

allowed in some bedrooms, public rooms, separate area of restaurant.

Credit cards

Amex, MC, Visa.

Prices

per room B&B £200–£650. Set dinner, tasting menu (7 courses) £95, à la carte £65. 1-night bookings