Rivendell

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Dumfries with free breakfast

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Restaurant
Staircase
Front of property
Children's play area - outdoor
Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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105 Edinburgh Road, Dumfries, Scotland, DG11JX
  • Place, Dalscone Farm Fun
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Dumfries Ice Bowl
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

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

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom (Not en-suite)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dumfries

Rivendell places you within a 10-minute stroll of Dumfries and County Golf Club and Dalscone Farm Fun. The 10 rooms at this 4-star guesthouse include coffee makers and flat-screen TVs and guests can enjoy free breakfast.

What's nearby

  • Dalscone Farm Fun - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dumfries Ice Bowl - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Mabie Forest Park - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 17 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Granary - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Robert the Bruce (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Greyfriars Kirk - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Hole in the Wa' Pub - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Rivendell

Guesthouse in Dumfries with free breakfast
Rivendell features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. This guesthouse also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and free toiletries are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 17 and younger (only guests older than 17 are allowed)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rivendell House Dumfries
Rivendell Dumfries
Rivendell B&B Dumfries, Scotland
Rivendell Guesthouse Dumfries
Rivendell Dumfries
Rivendell Guesthouse
Rivendell Guesthouse Dumfries

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Rivendell?

Rivendell provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Rivendell?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rivendell on Oct 25, 2025 start from $127.64, 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 do within easy reach of Rivendell?

This guesthouse in Dumfries is within a 10-minute walk of Dalscone Farm Fun and Dumfries and County Golf Club. You'll also find Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature and Robert Burns Statue less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Rivendell?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does Rivendell include a casino?

No, Rivendell doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rivendell?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Rivendell a good place to stay for couples?

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

Does Rivendell have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Rivendell feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Rivendell offers free full breakfasts though there is no restaurant.

Does Rivendell allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rivendell.

Are there connecting rooms at Rivendell?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Rivendell?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Rivendell.

Rivendell Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 228 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Quite a noisy room with noise from other guests rooms and the road (seemed to be a main road into town). No reception on site but easy instructions received by phone on arrival. No communal seating area inside or out ( shame given the large, sunny backyard. Amazing water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

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

Rivendell home from home 🌞

Comfortable stay at Rivendell. Spacious clean rooms friendly helpful staff. Delicious eakfas
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Colin Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to sign in if no one there. First class service, especially in our circumstances for a family bereavement. No fuss. Excellent parking facilities. Breakfast was very good indeed. Would recommend whether holiday, business, or pleasure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed for two nights, travel lodge it isn't. Quite quaint in an oldie worldy way. A bit threadbare in places. Don't expect the personal touch on booking in as there no-one there to greet you. You have to phone them to get a cade for key box then let yourselves in. Ist cooked full breakfast was dreadful. Not very warm, bacon was a dried up, and hard,two sausages were black and overcooked. The second day the cooked breakfast was well presented and delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kai

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can't comment on check-in staff as there wasn't any, need to call a number to check yourself in. Bathroom was clean and modern, the room however needs a major refresh and upgrade. Carpet was very dusty and we had lingering pet/dust allergy symptoms. Breakfast chef was very nice and welcoming and made your breakfast to order.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought the breakfast options were the most flexible that i experienced when it comes to traditional Scottish fair. Also, since we were there during beautiful weather, the varieties of birds out our window was an exceptional and unexpected feature
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy parking quite
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful to see and hear the multiple varieties of bird greeting the morning. Nice, flexible breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property looks amazing from the outside. There was a telephone check in Im not a fan of that. I had a down stairs room right beside the entrance door. You can hear everyone talking in the hall plus enter and leaving. It was old fashioned inside but very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Terri-Louise

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Cozy, but some small adjustments could be made

The stay was ok, it was self checkin when arriving, on the outside the residence looked quite rundown, plenty of parking, easy to access. Rooms were cozy and clean. Unfortunately there was a smell of cooking oil throughout the whole place which was not pleasant, pillow were also not great, it could be good to have variation of pillows of the 4 that were on the bed, they were all the same. Breakfast was not good, coffee was very weak. Could have been good to have some more continental items like croissants, or fresh rolls with toppings available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was good, just the shower was small, breakfast was great and the hosts were great…
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akhil

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value nice room and good breakfast would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephan, Mount Pleasant

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

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

pip

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely guest house with 4 poster bed, lovely part of Dumfries and safe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

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

Rivendell 1st class

Home from home at Rivendell. Warm friendly staff. Comfortable and very clean rooms. Delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we would have liked a human being to be there at our arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely authentic, Scottish decor. Very comfortable four poster bed. Warm room. Beautiful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024