Independent in Isle of Bute from NZ$168

"I was up to attend a sportsman dinner, so was only on my own but as usual staff very helpful and friendly."

"A fantastic stay. "

"Spacious and comfortable rooms. Good dining options. Easy stay with no issues. Highly recommend to others"

"Room was huge, clean and comfortable spa was lovely especially the outdoor area. Restaurant staff helpful and friendly food and drinks were lovely "

"Extremely pleasant staff, so helpful and very polite. The room was clean and comfortable, food is excellent!"

"Brilliant place for a break. Views are excellent. Staff and accommodation were 1st class"

"Lovely traditional hotel. Dining room had superb views over the loch. Lots of lovely walks within the grounds. Staff were very attentive and the rooms clean and inviting. The food was excellent. "

"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"

"Great stay for our family. Comfortable and clean room with good facilities. "