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Royal Marine Hotel

3.0 star property
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A traditional Tudor-style building with multiple windows and a prominent sign for the Royal Marine Hotel.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A grand staircase with dark wooden balusters and a white column, leading to a room with a stained glass window.
A marina with boats docked, surrounded by hills and a clear sky.
A four-poster bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Hunter's Quay, Dunoon, Scotland, PA23 8HJ
  • Place, Smiddy Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Benmore Botanic Garden
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬
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Room options

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Seaview

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a large bed, a chair, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Small Family Standard Seaview

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Large Seaview Standard Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with a red blanket and heart-shaped pillows, a blue upholstered headboard, and a window with red curtains.

Budget Double

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

Seaview Twin or Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and beige pillows. There is a red throw blanket on one bed and a rolled towel on the other. A lamp is on a bedside table, and a chair is visible in the corner.

Standard Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

4 Poster Deluxe

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Essential Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Iona Deluxe Family Suite

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Arran Bridal Suite seaview kingsize

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Seaview Small Family

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dunoon

Royal Marine Hotel places you next to Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal and within a mile (2 km) of Cowal Golf Club. This 38-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, coffee/tea in a common area, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Holy Loch Marina - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Smiddy Museum - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Benmore Botanic Garden - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Loch Long - 15 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dunoon Station - 4 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three in One - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Three In One - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Flava Coffee Co - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Swallow Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Continental - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Royal Marine Hotel

Royal Marine Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a meeting room. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this historic hotel include a banquet hall, wedding services, and a porter/bellhop.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Electric kettles are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Killcreggan restauran

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1890
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 12.50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • Onsite safety features include 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 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

Royal Marine Dunoon
Royal Marine Hotel Dunoon
Royal Marine Hotel Hotel
Royal Marine Hotel Dunoon
Royal Marine Hotel Hotel Dunoon

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Royal Marine Hotel?

This hotel is located in Dunoon, just steps from Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal. You'll also find Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Holy Loch Marina within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Royal Marine Hotel?

Yes, though parking is available on request.

Does Royal Marine Hotel have 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 amenities will couples enjoy at Royal Marine Hotel?

At this historic hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a sea view.

Are there hot tubs at Royal Marine Hotel?

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

Does Royal Marine Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Royal Marine Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Royal Marine Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Royal Marine Hotel for a fee of GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Royal Marine Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Royal Marine Hotel?

The closest major airport to Royal Marine Hotel is Glasgow International Airport (GLA), which is 24 mi away (59 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Royal Marine Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Royal Marine Hotel.

Does Royal Marine Hotel offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Royal Marine Hotel.

Royal Marine Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 314 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Vytis

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place stay in historical location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place! The owner, Richard, is a delight. So helpful with the local area and very approachable. The property is charming and in a perfect location. I just can't say enough good things about our experience there.
The view from the front door of The Royal Marine Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great local experience. The staff was super helpful and friendly. Loved it! The building needs some updates (loved the charm and wouldn't change the style or architecture but just update the paint and flooring). Overall, so great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was luxury,staff were very helpful and i give this hotel 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Marion

This was advertised as 3.75 miles from where I needed to be and after payment showed where it actually is! 3.75 miles across the water and a 4.5 hour road trip! Hotels.com declined to refund me. No doubt the hotel is lovely but the location description from hotels.com is atrocious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel,great manager and staff,very helpful,fantastic room with a view of the clyde,very warm hotel,loads of character,and feels great,highly recommend,ill certainly be going back 5 🌟
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was gorgeous - we stayed in the Arran & it had such old style Scottish charm and a gorgeous standalone bath. The staff at check in was lovely too. Would come back again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff at the royal Marine would not do any more for you, the room was upgraded to a sea view and that was amazing, we sat and had two beautiful dinners, the dining room is redecorated wonderfully and they even did a santas grotto. It’s like fine dining for incredibly prices, I really wish more people start to visit so they can keep bringing this old hotel back to full glory, they deserve it. Would we stay again absolutely!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here in matter of weeks,everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 3 nights. Staff v pleasant and courteous. Room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for 6 nights 3rd time in 4 year definitely be back next year. Fantastic staff at Hotel 😎👍
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very comfortable

Very comfortable, nice large room, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing looking building, my room was really nice, very comfy, lovely big clean bathroom, food was good. Interior Condition is a little tired, but in all a great stay xx
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The history of this place is superb. The staff are fantastic. The Guinness and the bar was first class. Great value and and great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, room was very nice with a sea view and two big comfortable chairs to sit on looking out to sea watching the car ferry’s coming and going.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady who checked us in was lovely however the room was eclectic to say the least, a massive picture of David Bowie on one wall was odd to say the least but more importantly the radiator on the wall didn’t work and neither did the hot water to the sink after having left the tap running for several minutes but it was a clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building with unique rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only spent one night, but we will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Marine is an historic building, full of history, with an outstanding sea view, transformed internally with the installation of en suite bathrooms etc to suit the modern traveller.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary

Disliked: Staff & service
ROOM CLEAN, CUSTOM SERVICE POOR, THE DIRECT NICE VIEW FROM OUTSIDE HOTEL.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old and with historic value lovely place to stay , wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A historic property that was peaceful and a beautiful view of Holy Loch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Great stay for work

2nd time I have stayed for work. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Very comfy. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay .we had a lovely bedroom with brilliant sea view.staff were all very friendly and helpful .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024