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The Esplanade Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Rothesay with a restaurant

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4 HIGH STREET, Rothesay, Scotland, PA20 9AR
  • Place, Rothesay Ferry Terminal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rothesay Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Stuart
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)

Room options

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Rothesay

The Esplanade Hotel places you next to Rothesay Ferry Terminal and Victorian Toilets. This 17-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rothesay Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bute Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rosslyn Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mount Stuart - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wemyss Bay Station - 43 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jade Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kingarth Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Bull Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golfers Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Kettledrum - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Esplanade Hotel

Hotel in Rothesay with a restaurant
Guests of The Esplanade Hotel have access to free WiFi in public areas.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers 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

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Esplanade

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property is also known as

Esplanade Hotel Rothesay
Esplanade Hotel
Esplanade Rothesay
The Esplanade Hotel Hotel
The Esplanade Hotel Rothesay
The Esplanade Hotel Hotel Rothesay

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around The Esplanade Hotel?

This hotel is located in Rothesay, just steps from Rothesay Ferry Terminal and Victorian Toilets, and within a short walk of Rothesay Castle. You'll also find Rosslyn Castle and Bute Museum less than a mile away.

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

As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Hotel on Oct 20, 2025 start from $89.37, 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.

Is parking available on site at The Esplanade Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Esplanade Hotel have a casino?

No, The Esplanade Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Esplanade Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Esplanade Hotel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a restaurant and a restaurant bar.

Does The Esplanade Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Esplanade Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Esplanade Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Esplanade.

Does The Esplanade Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Esplanade Hotel.

Does The Esplanade Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to The Esplanade Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Esplanade Hotel is Glasgow International Airport (GLA), which is about 24.1 mi away. Another top airport is Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick), which is around 28.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Esplanade Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Esplanade Hotel.

The Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 51 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Idea place to stay when playing golf at the rothesay course.. hotel is very close to the ferry terminal
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

I actually couldn’t check in as I was attending a wedding but couldn’t check in as the wedding was at 3pm and so was the check in time so I paid £90 for nothing. Pure raging
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

THOMAS

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never stayed in the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

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

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Clean honest room with all the amenities you would need
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff lovely. Hotel very run down could do with an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no staff available when we arrived at 5.30pm. Phoned the number given but it went to voicemail and no one returned the call The shower did not work and there were no staff available to ask for help
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Marlyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Poor service

The hotel was locked when we arrived. No one was there!! There was a mobile number which we called to be told staff were on their break!! Apart from this chap who arrived to give us our key. Didnt see anyone. Left our key in room when we were leaving as didnt know what to do with it.Very very poor service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan T

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abid

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty no staff go to another place for breakfast Wouldn't recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Angela was wonderful. The man?? not so much. Complained about my having a double booking and canceling twice. I don't know what he was referring to.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

John

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

John coyle

Good friendly staff clean. Nice meals recommend to any one
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The description for this hotel is very misleading. it says: The front desk is open daily from 8am - 7:30pm. Front desk will greet guests on arrival. I arrived at about 3pm to find the hotel locked up. On phoning the hotel, I was told to go to a different hotel. Someone took me back to the Esplanade and checked me in. I also had to go to the other hotel for breakfast and to check out. This was just inconvenient for me, but for someone with mobility issues would have been completely unacceptable and the hotel should not misrepresent the position in the listing. Other issues relating to the listing: No bottled water in the room Very limited toiletries in the room (soap only) As well as the issues with the listing I had the following issues: The bathroom light wasn’t working Only one time was offered for breakfast The room was very, very noisy. On the noise issue, I expected some noise as the hotel is located on the front. My room was at the back of the hotel overlooking the castle. It overlooked a small square which was extremely noisy until around 10pm. In addition, a drunk fellow guest kept me up from 1:30am despite my earplugs. The staff at this hotel were lovely, but I definitely don’t recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shockingly poor for the money
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

Great service and good breakfast

Staff were very helpful and received a free upgrade as they were overbooked. Room was very comfortable and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

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

lovely hotel

We got moved to the sister hotel the Victoria as the esplanade was closed . The hotel was great . Staff are all lovely . Food was amazing. Definitely will go back . Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A standard overnight, cold room with window not able to shut , was hanging down slightly from the top, thin curtains with no heater turned on for arrival, cold through the night, early loud delivery noises
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and central. Good price. Clean and tidy. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cosy enough, Friendly staff, nice food, big enough rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

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