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Royal Marine Hotel

3.0 star property
Historic hotel in Dunoon with a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Interior detail
Boating
Standard Double Room
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Explore the area

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Hunter's Quay, Dunoon, Scotland, PA23 8HJ
  • Place, Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunoon Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Queens Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Sea View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Single Room, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Sea View

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Sea View (2 adults + 1 child)

Family Room, Sea View (2 adults + 1 child)

Family Room, Sea View (2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Sea View (2 adults + 2 children)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Dunoon

Royal Marine Hotel places you steps from Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal and within a 20-minute stroll of Cowal Golf Club. .This historic hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Other amenities include wedding services, a porter/bellboy and a banquet hall. .In proximity to this 3-property class Dunoon hotel you'll find Loch Lomond.

What's nearby

  • Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dunoon Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • The Queens Hall - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Holy Loch Marina - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Benmore Botanic Garden - 11 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spinnaker Hotel - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Sheila's Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Blairmore - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Swallow Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taj Mahal - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Royal Marine Hotel

Historic hotel in Dunoon with a 24-hour front desk
Royal Marine Hotel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and a porter. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3-star Dunoon hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1890
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Royal Marine Hotel offers 38 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 on-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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 is the cancellation policy at Royal Marine Hotel?

Royal Marine Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Marine Hotel?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Marine Hotel on 26 Nov 2025 start from AU$123.29, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Marine Hotel?

The closest beach to Royal Marine Hotel is Lunderston Bay (3.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Marine Hotel?

No, Royal Marine Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Marine Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Royal Marine Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Cowal Golf Club is a short 19-minute walk away.

Reviews

Royal Marine Hotel Reviews

6.8

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 250 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a warm welcome, comfy beds, very quiet and peaceful. Staff really go the extra mile. Even brought us plates and cutlery for our takeaway. Lovely old place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

donna

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

Overnight stay

Stayed here for one night. Room was clean and the bed was so comfortable. It is a little dated but it all adds to the character. Would stay here again . 👍Proximity to the ferry was 30 seconds which was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

JUST READ SPEAKS FOR ITSELF

The hotel was class , looked dated , which i like , but the rooms were like wow , wouldn't expect going into a hotel which on the outside , and in the halls were like walking into the late 19th century the i went into a room a basic btw , and a beautiful mural of david bowie and just transformed it into modern, was such a wow factor , the staff were like family , we went to the pub about 3 mile away , and the boss was there , talking away as if we were family, ive never felt so like home but while away , i only came on here to book again and noticed it asked for a review, honestly , if you want the marriot or the hilton , (which lets be honest all loom the same) the you wont be happy , but if you want to walk into history and get to your room with a view , and the room transports you back , then this is it, i honestly loved this place that much i phoned up rough and asked for an extra night , the town is so welcoming , the taxi driver was class , the kebab shop was class , everyone was happy , and trust me i tried to annoy people , they just go with it , an amazing place and an amazing bunch of people xxx
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
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

4/10 Poor

Ellen

Disliked: Staff & service

2 out of 5

It was ok. It was very basic. Beds were comfortable and the hotel is nice and quiet and in a beautiful spot. Service was very poor, we didn’t come across a single member of staff over the 2 days we stayed, including check in and out. We had no hot water during our stay through either tap or shower, but no staff available to help. One of our windows was broken so couldn’t get it open during 30 degree heat. No batteries in the TV remote. I could cope with these issues if room was a cheaper price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

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

Weekend break

Great wee weekend in Dunoon stayed in various hotels there but this was a surprise package, looking at the building might give the wrong impression of it. Beautiful old building which maintains a lot of its periodic charm and features but our room was very modern, spacious, clean and comfortable. Dillon and his partner were very welcoming and fully hands on at any request and with pup Willow on hand for cuteness made a great team to relate with even if her teeth are like needles, thats the pup not his partner :-) . Will definetly look for this hotel first the next time we go back to Dunoon.
Going home aboard the ferry
Stunning furniture throughout
Old Beauty
Ferry
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

No chef couldn't have lunch or dinner Most restaurants closed in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly managment. Super comfy beds. Excellent,clean en suite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

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

8/10 Good

Jon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Done the job, but it's a tired old place

Room was clean, facilities were good, staff were friendly. Could be such a grand hotel but it needs a massive amount of investment. The front facade looks like it's ready to fall away from the structure. Really looks dangerous. Main timber beams are rotten.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

8/10 Good

alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Monty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room and bathroom lovely,comfortable and clean. Staff also friendly. Only problem ,we had no hot water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only spent one night, but we will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely staff

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was fine for what we needed. We had dogs with us. We had dinner in the bar, it was ok. But we decided not to stay for breakfast. Great for getting the ferry. The hotel is old and needs a lot of money to spend on it but the owners are trying. We would stay again as it’s affordable and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Great room

I really like this hotel. If you like old style architecture like me this is great. We stayed in the arran room where the view was amazing looking down on the ferry terminal. The room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fiona

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
It is clearly their out of season time as reception closed the whole time we were there and various works going on. Room clean but all other areas were not. Very disappointed with the price paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

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

Enjoyable stay

We arrived to no electric at the hotel due to storm Bert. Fortunately the electric wasn’t off for long, and we were shown to our newly refurbished room. It was nicely decorated, with a large bathroom and shower cubicle. The bed was comfortable and the room warm and it was quiet. The only downside was I paid for a sea view room but did not get this. I got a room overlooking an over grown garden.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

D

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