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Melrose Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Douglas with free breakfast

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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18 Christian Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2QN
  • Place, Gaiety Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Douglas Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Manx Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Isle of Man (IOM)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room (With Shared Bathroom) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room (With Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room (With Private Bathroom) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (With Private Bathroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (With Private Bathroom) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (With Private Bathroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room (With Private Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double or Twin Room (With Private Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Douglas

Melrose Guest House places you within a 5-minute walk of Manx Museum and Tynwald. The 11 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse include coffee makers and flat-screen TVs and guests can enjoy free breakfast.
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What's nearby

  • Gaiety Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Douglas Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Manx Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tynwald - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Palace Casino - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Douglas Ferry Station - 12 min walk
  • Isle of Man (IOM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jaks Bar & Steakhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Chippy & Diner - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sam Webbs - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Henderson & Glass - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Melrose Guest House

Guesthouse in Douglas with free breakfast
Melrose Guest House features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Melrose Guest House?

Melrose Guest House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Melrose Guest House?

This guesthouse is located in Douglas, just steps from Tynwald and Manx Museum, and within a short walk of Douglas Beach. You'll also find Gaiety Theatre and Tower of Refuge less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Melrose Guest House?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does Melrose Guest House include a casino on the premises?

No, Melrose Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Melrose Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Melrose Guest House good for couples?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include free breakfast and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Melrose Guest House?

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

Does Melrose Guest House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Melrose Guest House offers free English breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Melrose Guest House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Melrose Guest House.

Are there connecting rooms at Melrose Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Melrose Guest House?

The closest major airport to Melrose Guest House is Isle of Man (IOM), which is 8.7 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Melrose Guest House?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Melrose Guest House.

Melrose Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peter, the owner, can't do enough for you...just wants to make sure you are happy and comfortable. His knowledge of His island is immeasurable...obviously loves where he lives and instills a want on you to visit it all, we will be coming back to do just that 😉
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Great stay, convenient location. Thankyou.

I took a short notice 4 night stay during the 2025 Manx GP/Classic TT. The excellent host Peter must be mentoned for his efficiency, friendliness and overall knowledge of the Isle of Man. The property is 15 mins walk from the Douglas ferry terminal/bus terminal and 25 mins walk to the TT/Manx GP paddock/pits area with Bray Hil approx 20 mins walk. Also only 5 mins walk down to the beach/promenade so ideally suited for ferry foot passengers. Thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

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

holiday

Wonderful owner who helps you with information about the island. great breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we have stayed there. Peter, the host, was very accommodating even changing our room to the one that we stayed in before. The breakfast is very good and sets you up for the day. It’s a very short walk to the shops from the guest house.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Full marks to the owner for sorting out the food allergy items that I had forgotten to mention in the original booking. We would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Location

Peter was very hospitable and friendly, breakfast was amazing. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Look, it’s a guesthouse not the Ritz! Room was small but perfectly functional and newly fitted out. Property itself slightly stuck in a time warp but really well managed and friendly. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Claire, Carnforth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap & cheerful b&b close to the shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host couldn't have done more for us. The Melrose is convenient for the shops although there was a short uphill walk to get back. The room although compact was clean, the bedding was lovely and the bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was good, cereal, orange juice, Tea or coffee and a full english and there was also the offer of Manx kippers if you wanted them.. There are a lot of stairs up to the rooms but that is typical of the B&Bs in Douglas. If I have one slight criticism it's that we could have done with a couple of bedside tables to put things like phones, glasses and other things on as we could only leave these things on the shelf by the kettle. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Excellent accommodation near the ferry and the Man

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Definitely stop here again

The Melrose is similar to other Manx B&B I have used, The property while looking tired and dated is adequate for my type of stay. The Host Peter makes the difference here, very amiable, very helpful, interested in talking to you, serves a cracking full English breakfast, piping hot with great quality ingredients, great coffee too. The room was refreshed every day with tea and coffee etc, plenty too, TV is BBC only tho, bed was really comfy, would I stay again, too right I would, if it works out next year I will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Pleasant stay in a lovely B&B. Excellent value

The Melrose Guest House is a b&B in Fouglas. It's in a good location within 10 minutes walk from the Promenade and Town Centre Overall the place looks a little tired and dated both inside and out and would benefit from some updating My single room was small but cosy and included a TV, tea making facilities and a wash basin in the room. The toilet and bathroom were shared. Service was good with the hosts Peter and Xin being very friendly, welcoming and helpful. A delicious full cooked breakfast was served each day and they were happy to make changes to suit individual tastes. My stay was excellent value for money at under £150 for three nights. I would consider staying again but would probably book a larger room if I did.
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My room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shaun

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

No complaints.

Made to feel very welcome, lovely room, very clean, great breakfast, good location to base ourselves. Handy for shops and promenade. Would definitely stay at the Melrose again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A Diamond in the rough

Ok you need to give this place a chance. At first glance when i saw my room i thought i cant stay here. But i gad one of the older rooms. Tge entire guesthouse is being renovated by the owner Peter. Its a bit rough and ready round the edges but what it lacks in age it nakes up for in service and hospitality. The host Peter is the best guedt house owner i havel stayed with. His knowledge of the island is exfellent. He creates a locely convivial breakfast atmosphere where you end up knowing all the other guests. A full healthy full english breakfast to get you on your way. First time ever i did not gave an ensuite but this was my fault. But i would do it again. The shared bathrooms hace been completely remodelled and are up to date. There are two fantastic bathrooms. It worked perfectly as only a few rooms are use the shared facilities. On arrival and into your own especially if its an older one you nay think "Oh no" However please give this place and its fantastic host a chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Enjoyable stay. Peter the host very friendly. Breakfast really good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business trip moderating art so location was just right.Walking distance to schools, bus station. House of Keys one way, Manx museum the other. Just round the corner from Rosemount bus stop. Great breakfast and friendly host. Quiet, bed hard but comfortable,room nice temperature. Some oddities like missing door handles but nothing important. Cleaned every day. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, some nice updates, well priced. Nice to see an old style guest house having investment for the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meiling

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Melrose Guest House

Excellent value compared to others, very clean, ample breakfast. Patrons very polite and helpful, central location in a quiet area was a bonus, really nice room that had recently been refurbished with private bathroom, hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022