The Glenburn Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Rothesay Ferry Terminal

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Front of property - evening/night
Restaurant
Interior
Superior Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Sea View

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

Superior Suite

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

Family Quadruple Room, Sea View

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

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

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

Standard Double Room, Sea View

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

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Rothesay

In Rothesay .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Rothesay Ferry Terminal and Victorian Toilets. Also, Rothesay Castle is within 2 miles (3 km) and Mount Stuart is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Victorian Toilets - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rothesay Castle - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rosslyn Castle - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mount Stuart - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jade Garden - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rockabilly Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Helmi's Bakery Glasgow Limited - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ettrick Bay Tearoom - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Glenburn Hotel

3-star hotel near Rothesay Ferry Terminal
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.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Glenburn Hotel offers 115 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

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 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

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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: 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Glenburn Hotel to the airport?

The Glenburn Hotel is 32.1 mi (90-min drive) away from the Glasgow International Airport (GLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Glenburn Hotel?

As of Sep 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Glenburn Hotel on Oct 5, 2025 start from $74.59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Glenburn Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Glenburn Hotel.

How close is The Glenburn Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.3 mi (17-min drive) from St Ninian’s Bay and 5.4 mi (14-min drive) from Scalpsie Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Glenburn Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Glenburn Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.95 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Glenburn Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Glenburn Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Glenburn Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 5 per night.

Does The Glenburn Hotel have a pool?

The Glenburn Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Glenburn Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Glenburn Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Glenburn Hotel to downtown Rothesay?

The Glenburn Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Rothesay.

The Glenburn Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 486 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 486 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 486 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 486 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 486 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Eilidh

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Alright

Paid extra for a room with a sea view only for the view to be blocked by scaffolding which is ridiculous. Room could have been cleaner, particularly the floor could be doing with a hoover and a scrub.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel big view from the hotel Lovely didn’t like Rothesay very run down but nice to new restaurants opening up
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely hotel but little tied

Lovely hotel, friendly staff but hotel tied in need of a little tlc
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

6/10 Okay

Thelma

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
The hotel is in need of repair and updating. The whole place is very tired. Also disappointed there was no entertainment in the ball room. I’m have stayed before and was now very disappointed in everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location, sea view rooms were amazing and really made the stay worth it, we had a large clean room all staff were friendly and considering the price can’t fault anything. We were room only and didn’t try the food at the hotel - this was due to the feedback from locals in the island stating the food was really hit and miss. The smell of the food seemed to linger throughout the lobby/ reception and restaurant and didn’t smell great - think canteen/ hospital food. Would recommend to anyone staying in Bute
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here last November and returned in May but probably wont come back again. No atmosphere, bar closed at 11 on a Friday Poor breakfast selection. No continental choice ( 1 type of meat / cheese).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

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

4 stars

4 stars
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

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

Great place to stay.

Rothesay was a revelation. We were put off by the ferry access on our upward journey but shouldn't have been. The hotel has wonderful views and is situated within easy walking distance along a promenade of interesting victorian hotels/apartments to a vibrant town centre. we were very lucky with the weather and loved everything about the hotel and the town.
Room with a view
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No entertainment
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jayne

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Antiquated. Needs cleaned and sorted in main part.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Grahame

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old style charm. Great view of Loch and sunset from front deck.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

andre

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The vue
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lovely area to visit

Well positioned just requires some upgrading. Excellent staff service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

suzanne

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

Beautiful old building in the heart of Rothesay

Beautiful building (must be a nightmare to maintain) but a bit shabby in some areas. Unsurprising but need to be honest in the review. Staff were brilliant and had a great stay, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Traveled with family
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

May

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Surprised there was no porridge or pastries ( croissants ) for breakfast but plenty of choice and everything was piping hot. A wee bit of entertainment at night would have been nice, but overall a great few days here. Would definitely recommend The Glenburn Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

6/10 Okay

james

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A bit tired carpets in room need cleaned or replaced
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Bedroom view outstanding over the sea

A very enjoyable stay. All the staff were cheerful and helpful from reception to waiters and waitresses. Very impressed with staff in restaurant checking temperature of cooked breakfast to ensure safe. Never seen that before.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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