Royal Marine Hotel

4.0 star property
Sun and fun on the beach, near Clynelish Distillery

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2 bars/lounges
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board
Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Golf Road, Brora, Scotland, KW9 6QS
  • Place, Clynelish Distillery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Brora Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunrobin Castle
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Brora

Clynelish Distillery is a short stroll from Royal Marine Hotel, and other popular attractions like Brora Beach are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 21-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Clynelish Distillery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carn Liath - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Brora Beach - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Loch Brora - 10 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Dunrobin Castle - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Brora Station - 7 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunrobin Castle Tea Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Bothy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cocoa Skye - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Golspie Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trawler - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Royal Marine Hotel

Sun and fun on the beach, near Clynelish Distillery
Guests of Royal Marine Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a fireplace in the lobby, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lorimers Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 12.50 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 12.50 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Royal Marine Hotel Brora
Royal Marine Brora
Scotland
Royal Marine Brora
Royal Marine Hotel Brora
Royal Marine Hotel Hotel
Royal Marine Hotel Hotel Brora

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Royal Marine Hotel?

Royal Marine Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Marine Hotel?

As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Marine Hotel on Nov 2, 2025 start from $106.83, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of Royal Marine Hotel?

This hotel is located in Brora within a short 11-minute walk of Clynelish Distillery. You'll also find Dunrobin Castle and Brora Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Royal Marine Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Royal Marine Hotel include a casino?

No, Royal Marine Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Royal Marine Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Royal Marine Hotel?

At this beachfront hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like 2 bars plus some guestrooms include kitchens and partial sea views.

Does Royal Marine Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Royal Marine Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Royal Marine Hotel serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts at Lorimers Restaurant on weekday mornings.

Does Royal Marine Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Royal Marine Hotel for a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay.

Does Royal Marine Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Royal Marine Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Royal Marine Hotel.

Royal Marine Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 224 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well, where do I start? The good point or the bad points. The good point, the room was a good size and the bed comfortable. Towels were good and shower was powerful. Room serviced timeously although a dirty cloth was in the bathroom when I checked in. The bad points, a fair few I am afraid. Food in the restaurant is not great. The speed of food appearing would suggest that it is all pre cooked and simply warmed up. £16.00 for four small overcooked queen scallops is not great and the beetroot starter was of ppor quality imo. The icing on the cake, the ice cream sundae, £12.00 for three scoops of chocolate ice cream with a chopped up imitation Mars Bar and some chocolate sauce served in a small bowl. The restaurant manager looked positively embarassed when I challenged her about it and in fairness it was quickly removed from the bill. Once the food was served no-one was in the slightest bit interested in how things were. Breakfast was not much better, stale cornflakes in a large bowl were the highlight. No sugar for tea and coffer on the individual tables and you just get told it is on the buffet table, fine for one cup but have more than one and you need to carry the cup back and forward. Would you like toast? Yes please, have one slice and one measly piece of butter. Breakfast on the second day was in fairness significantly better than first day but the butter and sugar issues remained. Charging the money that they are they require significant improvement in many areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Reward for help from friends

We've visited this hotel for years. It has been renovated tastefully and the food is excellent. We took friends there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari

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

amazing

Amazing, a really serene hotel by a beautiful beach. Great food in restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

Alistair

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No need
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jorgenson-low,

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Linda and Shanna were excellent. Small issue with our party that was very efficiently resolved without stress on our part. Great employees.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have preferred a 3 foot bed when in twin...fell out a couple of times. I bit noisy with deliveries in early morning at side of hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Characterful building, 2 mins walk to beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Travelled with a child and we both greatly enjoyed our stay. Made to feel very welcome and found our room comfortable and clean. Netflix was a bonus for the 9 year old! We dined in the restaurant and both loved the food, finding it good quality and delicious. Kids menu had enough choice. We will be returning for another visit, as it is a beautiful drive up the coast and lovely to stay in an older property which has character.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room we had was a disabled room and not at any point were we told of this at check in. My partner is 6’4” and I’m 5ft 5, everything is for wheel chair guests so we had to bend down for the mirrors the shower was far too low for my partner .The light in the bathroom was not good for applying makeup on . When asked if everything had been good at the hotel , I told the receptionist that I wasn’t happy with the room she said she would have upgraded me if I had said on arrival !! Makes no sense - I didn’t book a disabled room and therefore should have been told or we should have been placed n another room that was available. Plus I had issues with the tv and had to get 2 people to come and sort it out and they couldn’t get the subtitles removed at all . This was very disappointing as the food and service was good. 10% has been taken off my food bill.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Great Brora hotel ideal for NC500

Brilliant hotel with great service. Lovely comfy rooms in a wonderful village.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ali

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel exterior and downstairs. Our room was very small and overlooked a roof which was a disappointment. The staff were all lovely and the food was excellent. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Brora at it’s finest

Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark, Santa Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is overall a very nice hotel, and the room was very comfortable. My gripe is with the wi-fi. It’s hopeless. Disconnects and reconnects constantly, and is incredibly slow. I don’t actually understand how they can make it this bad. You’d have to start with a dial-up modem, but at least that might have a stable connection.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

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

10/10 Excellent

Adele

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

Great stay

Lovely friendly welcome. Plenty car parking space. Room was lovely, clean and toiletries in the bathroom. Food was a set menu for dinner starting at 2 courses. I would have preferred a choice of one course as I arrived late. Breakfast was plentiful. I had eggs marine which was delicious. Definitely a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025