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Royal Marine Hotel

Argyll and Bute, Argyll and Bute

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3.9/5

GoodFrom 100 reviews

5.0/518 May 2026

Elisha

Enjoyed the stay

5.0/517 May 2026

Darren • Couple Trip

We loved our stay. We felt very welcome and the staff were fantastic! Such a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We even met the cleaner on the stairs who stopped to ask if we needed anything wven though she was already really busy. We ate breakfast and dinner in the hotel both days and the food was delicious and very well cooked. We plan to return in the summer. This was our 2nd time in Dunoon but first at the marine hotel, we will definitely stay here next time. Perfect location for the ferry as its literally on the doorstep. Ample parking.

5.0/510 May 2026

Jonathan • Solo Trip

Room was large, light and airy. Recently refurbished.

5.0/57 May 2026

Audrey • Solo Trip

I stayed in Gigha, it was an excellent room with a wooden four poster bed and large window, I could watch the car ferry loading and taking off.

5.0/54 May 2026

Scott • Couple Trip

A standout stay at a characterful hotel in a great location. The Royal Marine Hotel perfectly balances traditional charm with tasteful modern touches, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. What truly sets this place apart is the hospitality. Richard, the owner, leads a first-class team who clearly take pride in what they do. From the moment we arrived, the welcome was genuine and personable, and that level of care remained consistent right through to our departure. The on-site bar is both cosy and well-stocked, and the food deserves special mention. The menu focuses on high-quality, home-cooked dishes done exceptionally well. The handmade burger was a highlight—easily one of the best I’ve had—and it convinced us to stay for breakfast the following morning, which was equally impressive. In terms of value, service, and overall experience, The Royal Marine Hotel delivers on every level. It’s the kind of place you look forward to returning to—and we certainly will be. Highly recommended.

5.0/53 May 2026

Brian • Couple Trip

Staff very friendly and helpful

5.0/519 Apr 2026

Des • Couple Trip

Great staff. Great room. Great view. Richard, Michelle & Mo looked after us like VIP's. Keep smiling....👍😁

5.0/529 Mar 2026

Sabrina • Couple Trip

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!

5.0/520 Mar 2026

Gayle Ann • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/57 Jan 2026

Craig • Solo Trip

Room was luxury,staff were very helpful and i give this hotel 5 stars.

5.0/531 Dec 2025

Scott • Others

Great room and value for money

5.0/522 Dec 2025

Claire • Family Trip

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!!

5.0/510 Dec 2025

Craig

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 🌟

5.0/520 Nov 2025

Louise • Couple Trip

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

5.0/527 Sep 2025

LYNSEY • Solo Trip

Fantastic hotel which has clearly had a lot of work done in recent times. I was greeted warmly by Ricky and checked in to Room 2, which was massive - and simply perfect for my (5 stone) greyhound, as he had space to move. The Royal Marine is one of 2 dog friendly hotels in the area, and as you can see, His Lordship was made ever so welcome and he slept like a log, as did I! I brought his own bed, however my bed was super comfy and cosy. There was a tv, a (clean!) kettle with tea & coffee and large en-suite. The building itself is steeped in history and is architecturally stunning. For the same price you could stay in one of the bland, characterless, pokey guesthouses nearer town.... but why would you? From what I could tell, every room looked different, which was a nice touch. The terrace is a great place to sit and watch the Clyde roll by, and there was ample parking too. The log fire in the bar was both cosy and aesthetically pleasing, and the whole place was super clean. Sadly I was staying due to holding my husbands funeral in Dunoon, but the hotel being bright and cheerful really helped me alot. All the staff were fun and incredibly friendly (it is rare for housekeeping to say good morning these days, but the ladies here were wonderful). Also, a big thumbs-up to Fiona on the bar for making my stay a thoroughly enjoyable one; it really is the staff who make a hotel feel like home. As Arnie would say, Ill be back! Thank you xxx

5.0/525 Sep 2025

Ewan • Solo Trip

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.

5.0/58 Sep 2025

Pete • Solo Trip

Very comfortable, nice large room, excellent breakfast

5.0/524 Aug 2025

James • Family Trip

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.

5.0/524 Aug 2025

Andrea • Family Trip

Beautiful old building with unique rooms

5.0/520 Aug 2025

Rebecca

2nd time I have stayed for work. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Very comfy. Very friendly staff.

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Porter/Bellhop

Wedding Services

24-hour Front Desk

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Ballroom

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Wheelchair Accessible

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No Elevators

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Hunter's Quay, Dunoon, Scotland, GB

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-10:30 PM

Check-out10:30

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

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

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

About Royal Marine Hotel

Royal Marine Hotel Location
With a stay at Royal Marine Hotel in Dunoon, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal. This historic hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Cowal Golf Club and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Smiddy Museum.

Royal Marine Hotel Facility and Service
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance.

Royal Marine Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 38 individually decorated guestrooms. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Room Type and Price

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 - Fri, 28 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children