Name: Ardross Glencairn
Address: 17-19 Ardross Street, Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom, Inverness, Highland, GB
Price range: $135–$272 per night
Rating: 8.67

What guests think

At Ardross Glencairn, travellers highlight a very walkable location near the river and city centre, consistently friendly staff, and generally clean, comfortable rooms, with breakfast frequently praised, making it a convenient base for short stays in Inverness.

Many reviews note small or tight bathrooms and showers, variable water pressure or temperature, and occasional noise from doors or nearby streets. Bed comfort varies, Wi-Fi can be patchy at busy times, and there is no lift, with on-street parking free overnight but paid and limited during the day. Overall, expect a simple, good-value guesthouse in a prime, walkable spot.

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Facilities

On-street parking is widely reported as free overnight but paid and limited during the day, and there is no lift, so stairs are required. Several guests found carrying luggage up narrow stairways a bit tricky.

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Marty

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff and perfect location. No elevators, but easy to manage the stairs

10

Jim

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Recommend this property highly - clean, quiet, comfortable and friendly. Parking outside (£2/hr 10am-5pm, otherwise free). Short walk to River Ness, shops and restaurants/cafes.

8

KAREN

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice place with friendly staff. Rooms were a little too warm for some in our group. There is a flight of stairs to get luggage up. Parking is on street which was full up sometimes, but there is a cheap public parking lot pretty close by. Great place to walk around Inverness from.

10

Gina

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I loved the artwork on the walls at this property. While it's not wheelchair accessible, they did allow me to leave the wheelchair in the office so my partner did not have to walk it all the way back to the car. Parking can be tricky but I think the farthest away we had to park was 1 block. It was walkable to some of the restaurants and local attractions we wanted to see. It was near downtown so it was in the good location.

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Rochelle

Oct 3, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was average, the shower was a small tiny stall that became very slippery when using shampoo. Street parking was limited and we had to have our car off the street from 10 am to 5 pm. There were lots of buses and minivans parked on and across the street at night. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast facilities were good.

10

Jaime

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was the perfect option on my second time of staying in Inverness. We arrived after 1700 so street parking was free until 1000 the next morning. There are plenty of shopping and dining options within walkable distance. The location was quiet at night. We loved that they had an electrical converter for the foreign traveler. That was absolutely thoughtful. Check-in was a breeze with some good banter that lifted our spirits.Also at check-out, we ran into a transport issue and Eleana (not sure if I spelled her name right) but she understood the urgency and helped us. Our taxi had us at the airport in no time and it was the perfect ride to end our epic journey. While we didn't partake in breakfast, it smelled delish. Please visit and stay!

10

Dawn

May 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location good plenty of choice for dinning out booking advisable. Lovely riverside walks. Free parking out side between 5pm to 10am.

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Yasamin

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very helpful staff. Conveniently located and we were able to park on the street right in front.

8

Tara

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is well located. There are no lifts, so if you have heavy luggage be sure to request a room on the ground floor. The room is a nice size and the beds are comfortable. We had breakfast on our first morning there, and did not return the second morning. The quality and variety of the offering was not good value for the price.

10

Paula

May 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great central property reasonably priced. Great information at check in, easy front of building parking.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe clean, well-maintained rooms, though a few mention missed details like mold in bathrooms or a dated feel in some areas. Overall cleanliness is good with occasional lapses.

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Martin

Sep 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed in house number 19. Immaculate throughout. Well decorated. It is obvious the owners and staff take pride in the business. Breakfast had a excellent choice and staff were very pleasant. No evening meal service but a short walk into the city centre where there was a huge choice of pubs and restaurants. Highly recommended.

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Damon

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was not cleaned well before we arrived. We were told there were toiletries in the shower, and there was. But the shampoo and conditioner were practically empty. The shower has hair and mold all over it. The room was very cute and conveniently located, but a bit dirty.

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Li

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is the first time I stayed in a guest house, the property total has three lovely houses, the parking on the street was free after certain hours. It was not too hard for me to find a parking. I was looking for a place with clean bed to stay a night, it satisfied my needs.

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Alan

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice, reasonably priced hotel within walking distance of the city centre. Hotel and room was clean and tidy and staff were pleasant and helpful.

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Rachel

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room

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Petra

Apr 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Funny smell in the hallway and room, too much room deodorant. The building and room we were in is old a d quite run down. The pillows were hard as rocks

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Linda

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable bed. Spacious. Good light. Clean except for ring of black mold around the sink. Difficulty to access hot water handle.

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Neil

Mar 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely and clean room in a quiet area

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Vanessa

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great B&B , good price , simple and clean ! Very good location!

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Alicia

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room and property looked very clean and maintained. Staff was very friendly. It was a little walk with luggage from train station, but not bad and near bus stops.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and vary in size from small to spacious; bathrooms and showers can be tight, with water pressure or temperature inconsistencies reported. Bed comfort is mixed, noise from doors or street can carry, and Wi-Fi can be patchy at busy times.

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Grant

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed our stay. Clean room, friendly staff, short walk to downtown with shops and restaurants. Walls are a bit thin, we could hear the neighbours but it wasn’t too disruptive.

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AIMEE

Oct 13, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This accommodation is located in the perfect spot. We had a beautiful large room ( Room # 1) and the staff were friendly and nice. On the down side the location of our room was quite noisy as it was above reception/ dining hall. The mattress (hard as a rock) and pillows ( very flat) really need replacing. Overall the convenience, location, and nice rooms outweigh any negatives.

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Sonya

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super cute building. Larger than expected room but tiny bathroom. Stayed in a room right next to the main door so you could hear when someone was coming in or out, but overall still a really nice place.

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Sharon

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We have stayed here quite a few times and its always good. Location is good for the town centre and its near the river. The only downside was the bed wasnt overly comfy and the shower wasnt very good, not very powerful. Staff were reallyngood as they always are. Would recommend.

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Ryan

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I got a good deal on a last minute booking for passing through Inverness. If you want to be close to the old town area, this is an easy 12-15 minute walk across the bridge. The room was simple and small, but good enough for a quick stay. The shower was small in my room, which might be a problem for a big person. The lady at the front desk was helpful to suggest places to go for supper. The breakfast had a good variety of hot and cold options, but I was disappointed there wasn’t any fresh fruit or fruit salad. My room was very warm when I checked in, so I just turned off the heat and opened the window. I would go back if I needed another affordable stay in Inverness.

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Francisco

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a cute b&b in the area. It was very convenient to be close to your pick ups and drop offs. Plus it was a very short walk to restaurants and stores. The room had a very homey feel equity with a few quirks. The stairs were a bit tight to get luggage up and down and our shower played a few tricks on us by bouncing back and forth from very hot to very cold. However, overall, the space was nice and staff was very friendly.

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jennifer

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Showers were extremely small. Hotel itself was clean, no issues there. WiFi spotty at times. Large TV, which was a plus. Staff polite, but not overly friendly. Loud outside at times, but to be expected near by downtown Inverness. Breakfast was included in our stay and was good. Would have loved a mini refrigerator, but that does not seem to be the norm, also ice seems to be an issue, as if asking for it was the oddest request. Overall not a bad stay and priced reasonably

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Robert

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful location. Very clean. Staff are very pleasant. Good breakfast. Only issue was the mattress was very squishy.

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Becky

May 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This nice small hotel is very walkable with on-street parking right out front overnight. You do have to move the car to the end of the block for parking during the day for a small charge. The breakfast is lovely. The room is quite large by European standards. The wifi is iffy especially during busy times. Overall, we recommend this as a place to stay in lovely Inverness. It is quite convenient.

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Patrick

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Room had only one horizontal surface other than the bed so everything piled up on the desk. The curtains were thin and A LOT of light came through all night from the Copy store across the alley. Very nice people who worked there. Great location. Breakfast was forgettable.

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Service

Staff are consistently friendly, welcoming and helpful, often providing local tips and arranging reservations. A few reports mention billing or policy frustrations and occasional early-morning noise.

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Craig

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very lovely stay in Inverness, a well kept property with friendly efficient staff, where nothing was too much trouble. I had t leave early on the first morning but the breakfast was excellent on the second morning

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Don

Sep 16, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Wade was wonderful. Happy, professional, caring, helpful. Whole staff was great. B'fast great. Short walk to the river and hiking trails and the city. Lots of close-by places to eat. We would recommend this property to anyone! Blessings and Thanks, Don and Judith, Santa Fe, NM, USA

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Patti

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved our stay-Wayne at the front desk made us feel very welcome-he’s a fantastic ambassador The property is beautiful and well located

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Carol

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location. Helpful staff. - Got charged for a breakfast we didn`t have, contacted them but their check list shows our room number had breakfast, but we know we didn`t, so got charged £24 for nothing. Very disappointed.

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Shelley

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean. The property was well maintained. I had breakfast on 1 of the 3 days due to a very early tour. It was fine and hearty. The only thing...the noise...fire doors to rooms slamming as people came in. Shaking the whole place. I wish there was a way to fix that so they dont "auto-slam." Also, people from all over the world have one annoying habit in common: being loud in the corriders of hotels, no matter the time of night. Not the hotel's fault, just humanity.. all in all, a pleasant stay.

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jennifer

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Showers were extremely small. Hotel itself was clean, no issues there. WiFi spotty at times. Large TV, which was a plus. Staff polite, but not overly friendly. Loud outside at times, but to be expected near by downtown Inverness. Breakfast was included in our stay and was good. Would have loved a mini refrigerator, but that does not seem to be the norm, also ice seems to be an issue, as if asking for it was the oddest request. Overall not a bad stay and priced reasonably

10

Nichol

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and helpful staff

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Nigel

Mar 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were absolutely fantastic from the very second we arrived to the last second we departed. The property is impeccably maintained, the cleanliness is faultless. An excellent place to stay in Inverness that delivers very good value for money. If you’re staying in Inverness and the Glencairn is available, book it, you won’t regret it.

10

Laura

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wayne gave me great options on walking, sights, restaurants and music to make the most of my short time in Inverness.

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Laila

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Check in was easy and staff very helpful with making dinner recommendations and reservations.

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Location

Very walkable location near the river, cathedral and city centre, with easy access to restaurants, shops and tours. Many also note a generally quiet street setting.

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Meghan

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a cute little hotel! Lovely staff and fantastic location!

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Leah

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and inviting. Easy walk to downtown.

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Sandra

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Ardross Glencairn was the perfect spot to stay! Room was comfortable, breakfast quick, easy and good. Within walking distance of the downtown and the river. St Andrews is just down the street so I dropped in as soon as it opened and missed all the crowds. We ate at Shapla Indian Restaurant just over the bridge with a water view. We also ate at The Castle Tavern over the bridge and short walk. Both had great food and good service. We did a tour with Get tour guide to the Isle of Skye which was fabulous.

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Brittani

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very convenient location, walkable to Inverness. Tesco very close by for groceries or snacks. Good shower. Comfortable bed. Staff are polite and friendly, We would stay here again.

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Dawn

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This Property was easy to find easy to walk to from the train station close to downtown shopping yet in a quiet neighborhood the registration desk was simply amazing. They called a cab for me no hassles very friendly. Would love to stay here again.

10

Brenda

Jul 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Walkable location

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Gary

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable and great location

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Cole

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in and check out was painless and the bakery around the corner was amazing. If you are able bodied the walk to the main strip is a nice distance away so it was a perfect location for us.

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Lori

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location close to old town and just across the river from Inverness castle! Was an amazing experience.

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karlyn

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Loved location. Convenient

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Dining

Breakfast is often praised for quality and choice, and many guests enjoyed it. However, several found it average or poor value and noted limited options for specific diets.

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Robert

Nov 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean rooms, basic but comfortable furnishings. Easy parking on the street. Excellent breakfast! One block away from Inverness Cathedral and an easy walk to the river.

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Jolene

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable and convenient accommodation. Excellent breakfast and really good location

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Muriel

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

On my first visit I had a light, comfortable and pleasantly furnished room. However, when I returned a week later my room was clean and basic but had an "unloved" air: dark brown woodwork throughout and a door where the lock had clearly been changed on 2-3 occasions with no repair of the damage. The only "picture" was a leaf print on a piece of curled paper inside an old black frame. The breakfast, although plentiful was uninspiring e.g. tinned fruit rather than fresh, the cooked breakfast consisted of baked beans, egg, sausage and bacon. I had requested a gluten free meal but apart from a slice of white bread none of the gluten-free "bread" items on the list were available and the only gluten-free cereals on offer were honey-coated cornflakes and rice krispies. Muesli or a nutty granola would have been a much healthier and enjoyable option. Without exception staff were helpful and courteous and the location of the accommodation is close to lovely walks along the River.

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ROSSLYN

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfy bed. Very good choice for breakfast. Plenty shops within walking distance.

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Ruth

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant facility and excellent dining.

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Patrick

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Room had only one horizontal surface other than the bed so everything piled up on the desk. The curtains were thin and A LOT of light came through all night from the Copy store across the alley. Very nice people who worked there. Great location. Breakfast was forgettable.

10

Judy

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Awesome place to stay! Great location, friendly staff, really good breakfast!

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Kikelomo

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really lovely place. Friendly staff, clean room, great breakfast!

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Tara

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is well located. There are no lifts, so if you have heavy luggage be sure to request a room on the ground floor. The room is a nice size and the beds are comfortable. We had breakfast on our first morning there, and did not return the second morning. The quality and variety of the offering was not good value for the price.

10

Jean-Francois

May 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place, great service, great breakfast

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Month	Average price
January	$59
February	$59
March	$70
April	$117
May	$175
June	$162
July	$164
August	$153
September	$160
October	$104
November	$62
December	$60

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4 $197	5
6	7	8	9 $196	10 $196	11	12 $197
13	14 $197	15	16	17 $272	18 $197	19 $235
20	21 $197	22 $272	23	24	25 $170	26
27 $170	28 $170	29 $197	30 $197

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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4	5 $189	6	7	8	9	10
11 $135	12 $148	13	14 $148	15	16 $135	17 $148
18 $135	19 $148	20 $148	21 $148	22 $168	23 $135	24 $135
25 $135	26 $135	27 $135	28 $135	29 $135	30 $135	31 $135

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