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The Glenburn Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lounge
Superior Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

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Mount Stuart Road, Isle of Bute, Rothesay, Scotland, PA20 9JP
  • Place, Rothesay Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Rothesay Castle
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Stuart
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About this property

The Glenburn Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, near Rothesay Ferry Terminal
Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, coffee/tea in a common area and a 24-hour front desk.
The Glenburn Hotel offers 115 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Glenburn Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Rothesay Ferry Terminal. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include a lift, a terrace and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Guests speak favourably about the bathrooms and the overall condition of the property
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Rothesay Ferry Terminal and Victorian Toilets
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Glenburn Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Rothesay hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
The Glenburn Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site (GBP 5 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 5 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Glenburn Hotel Rothesay
Glenburn Hotel
Glenburn Rothesay
The Glenburn Hotel Hotel
The Glenburn Hotel Rothesay
The Glenburn Hotel Hotel Rothesay

Reviews

The Glenburn Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 512 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 512 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 512 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 512 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 512 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alistair

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bothe dinners in the restaurant were well above average.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant stay

Wonderful building, room v comfortable, anazing views. The staff are a real highlight - friendly and great at their jobs. Characyeristic of the friendly attitude you find everywhere on the island. Enjoyed the food, too. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

An hotel with an exceptional view

Probably the best hotel to stay in on Bute, but the hotel needs a lot of investment to bring it back to its former glory. That said, the bed was very comfy, the breakfast very good and lots of hot water too. The staff work really hard to make the best of it. They have a good chef, and dinner was above expectations.But the view is the best!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We got moved half way through our breakfast and we were made to feel very uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Suzy

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Well aware hotel is old . Have stayed previously We were not happy with our room .The view from both windows Wasn't a view as we had a roof all we saw was slate tiles . There was plenty storage but only 3 coat hangers .Did ask for more and 4 were supplied. Bathroom dated and Wasnt very clean . After 2 nights realised had to put sign out for room to be cleaned .Have never had to ask for room to be cleaned in all our travels . Beds were comfortable One lamp just for show as plug wouldn’t reach socket annoying for that twin bed . Communal areas were spacious and always could find a seat . Ate once at the hotel and was very nice . Breakfast was a good varied choice and plenty available .Staff very pleasant Just disappointed re allocated room and housekeeping .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s not the first time we have stayed and it won’t be the last. The staff are all so friendly and appreciative. It is so peaceful in the rooms & the hotel is beautifully maintained. Looking at the hotel from the water as we approach is always special. Thanx again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gareth, Edinburgh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely old building that seems to be under renovation. Friendly and helpful staff and nice public area. But whilst the bedroom and bed itself are good, the bathrooms are very dated The shower in our room operated off the taps and either ran cold or scolding hot. Dangerous if you have kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Staff are very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pamela

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very tin down looking from the outside and this continued inside. It is very tired looking and needs upgrading.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location close to shops &pups stayed at glenburn hotel sea view room was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Room comfort
Windows very dirty, cobwebs inside window.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rothesay or bust

Nice spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

david

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay. Hotel is clean but needs refurbished.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Room was very clean. Food in the restaurant was very tasty but you do need to book ahead
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having lived in Rothesay for a few years in the sixties I was familiar with the Glenburn but never stayed there. It is indeed a grand building with great sea views but showing its age in a few areas. It was built in the early 1800s so that's not surprising. Parking can be a bit restrictive as the property was constructed in the days of horse and carriage. Staff were courteous and the lounge area with the bar is very comfortable and spacious. I will definitely stay there again. Very reasonable rates as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025