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The Glenburn Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Rothesay Ferry Terminal

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Located close to Rothesay Ferry Terminal and Victorian Toilets, The Glenburn Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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Superior Double Room, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Sea view

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Sea view

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Sea view

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Sea view

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Superior Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Rothesay is home to The Glenburn Hotel. Victorian Toilets and Rothesay Castle are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rothesay Ferry Terminal and Dunoon Ferry Terminal. Mount Stuart and Pencil Monument are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Rothesay travel guide
Map
Mount Stuart Road, Isle of Bute, Rothesay, Scotland, PA20 9JP

What's nearby

  • Lovely castle with a pretty moat
    Rothesay Castle
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal
    13 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victorian Toilets
    13 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rothesay Golf Club
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rosslyn Castle
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Wemyss Bay Station
    46 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jade Garden
    14 min walk
  • Kingarth Hotel
    10 min drive
  • Brechins Brasserie
    14 min walk
  • Rockabilly Diner
    4 min drive
  • Victoria Hotel
    12 min walk

About this property

The Glenburn Hotel

Hotel near Rothesay Ferry Terminal
Located close to Victorian Toilets and Rothesay Castle, The Glenburn Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and a reception hall
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 115 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per night)
  • Limited onsite self 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

  • Elevator

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Glenburn Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 5 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Glenburn Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Glenburn Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Glenburn Hotel located?

Situated in Rothesay, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Rothesay Ferry Terminal, Victorian Toilets, and Rothesay Castle. Mount Stuart and Pencil Monument are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

The Glenburn Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 519 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and comfortable room, friendly staff and close enough to the town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and food were brilliant, excellent place to stay,, very grand was very clean, room was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Amenities
Yes very comfortable, and our dog welcomed 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grand old hotel with amazing sea views Staff are welcoming and attentive. Very comfortable beds, excellent bedding and sparklingly clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoyed our short stay. The room was clean and comfortable and the staff friendly. We had dinner at the hotel in the bar area as we have a small dog. We were able to shop and eat lunch and breakfast nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

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

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A fine spot to lay ones head

Grand old hotel that’s got a great spot in Rothesay. A wee bit tired but overall a fine place to stay. Friendly staff too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mariane T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very clean and modern. Great sea view. The hotel is a grand old lady and deserves to be maintained. The interior of the bar and dining rooms is amazing. Wooden panelling and chandeliers you just wouldnt see in a new build.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

carolinee

Liked: Amenities
Lovely building & bedroom furnishings. Bit tired in places but generally very comfortable & enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely grand hotel very friendly highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is set in peaceful & beautiful surroundings with great views all within walking distance to local pub. Our room was spacious & tastefully decorated. Good breakfast choice. was
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience in a neat building! Loved the breakfast. Parking was difficult, but we managed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent views,comfortable beds and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Staff & service
Very good views. Good location. Buffet good but not a lot of choice for vegans.quite a few steps up to hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pearl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in the process of being renovated, the public areas are very tired looking but the bedroom we had was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay and breakfast, spectacular views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great stay once again. We love staying here with our dog
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Still needs lots of renovating but rooms they have done are good however cleanliness in toilwts etc needs to be improvrd nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good buffet breakfast. Wonderfully comfy bed and pleasant & polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

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

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and friendly Beds very comfotable. Breakfast food lovely and hot Views amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 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

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

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

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and very kind helpful staff. Loved the room, very comfy bed. The bathroom was a little tired but very clean. Very happy stay - hope to be back if in this area 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025