Blackwaterfoot, Blackwaterfoot, KA27 8ET, United Kingdom
#2 of 4 hotels in Blackwaterfoot
Guests' ChoiceBased on 448 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
7.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 September 2025
Graeme
United KingdomVery good eat on 4 single rooms for a golf outing. The hotel was clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and very attentive.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Rebecca
United KingdomThe bedroom felt sparse and not very welcoming. I often travel solo but usually a single room has a double or queen sized bed, not a single bed. The colour scheme was grey/pale blue and it just felt like there could be an injection of warm colours, a couple of cushions or a tartan throw, perhaps, so it feels less like a Uni student dorm. The kettle was welcome, but there was no herbal tea, quality coffee sachets (Nescafe doesn't taste like coffee) or hot chocolate, no bottle of water (or fridge) and the complimentary biscuit wasn't replenished. It would have been useful to have small, complimentary bottles or sachets in the bathroom to take to the swimming pool as there was no shampoo of conditioner in the swimming pool shower room (though this is a small thing). The TV didn't have capacity for the guest to log onto Netflix etc; it only had live channels. I think on this type of holiday where you are walking and sightseeing in the day, it's nice to come back to a comfortable hotel room. A small sofa or armchair in the room would have been good. Overall, the hotel was excellent and I very much enjoyed my stay. I realise that had I booked a double, I may have had a different experience with the room. The only thing I struggled with was not having access to fresh coffee before the bar opened at 11.30. I didn't book breakfast as I tend not to eat it, but I really like a coffee to start the day. A cafetiere or coffee pod machine in the room would have been good. I went to the general store for bean-machine-fresh coffee but it was very milky, or I waited for the bar to open.
The location is excellent for relaxing, with amazing sea views on the rugged side of the island and in walking distance to the beach and forest and sites such as The Kings Caves and Machrie Moor stone circle. There is a convenient bus stop just outside the hotel. There are also local shops - a sandwich shop, grocery store, gift and general store, and a couple of food/ bakery vans, all of which I used. The pool and sauna are clean and quiet and easy to book into (twice I did this on the spot, without needing to book a slot). This was a lovely bonus to the hotel. The food in the restaurant was amazing - good choice, generous portions, all delicious. Also, there was a selection of local whiskeys - recommended! The staff were welcoming - friendly and not intrusive. They were attentive in the restaurant and helpful on the reception desk. The room was cleaned every day and I was not disturbed in the morning for this (as can be the case in some hotels). The bed was comfortable, the window could be opened and there was no noise, so sleeping was good. There was a thermostat in the room, which was helpful for turning down the heat on a hot day and turning up to dry swimming costumes. Plug sockets by bed and desk were useful. Towels were soft and replenished daily. Seaview from bedroom. Wifi signal was good and the door keycard worked.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Kelly
United KingdomThe evening meal wasn’t great and it was expensive. It was tikka, perhaps the steak pie would be better They tried to charge us for 2 days breakfast when we only registered for one. Easily resolved.
Great location for busses and beach Beautiful scenery too. They have a pool which was lovely after a long day.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Lesley
CanadaHave no suggestion to make.
Excellent. Great selection to choose from, all fresh and well presented.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Meadows
United Kingdomcouldn't think of anything bad to be honest
the hotel was in a fabulous location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Andrew
United KingdomGreat hotel with lovely staff in a beautiful location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Christopher
United KingdomSingle rooms have single beds.......not really what I expect nowadays
From my initial welcome 🙏 to the food and the pool
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Anne
United KingdomNeed a shelf in the bathroom.
Breakfast was very good. The buffet was served by staff and so there was not lots of hands touching the food! Dinner was generously portioned and tasty.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Peter
United KingdomGreat location for walks/exploring. Very friendly and helpful staff Comfortable and clean room with a great view of the sea. Very stylish lounges and dining room. Good food
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Jane
United KingdomThe reception desk is a little odd and unwelcoming. You can’t see anyone behind it then you’re towering over the desk trying to see them!
Fairly priced, friendly staff and very clean
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Heather
United KingdomLocation beautiful - room and facilities were great - sea view rooms with great views. The staff were the best asset in my opinion. All were excellent and very very helpful
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Fergus
United KingdomThe view, swimming pool and staff
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Patricia
United KingdomI would've liked a little fridge in the room and some complimentary tissues.
The veiw from our room was spectacular. The breakfasts and evening meals were excellent. Everyone was friendly and the service was efficient. Rooms were lovely cleaned with fresh towels every day.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Gemma
United KingdomThe pillows and socket power location
The stunning view from our room window
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Susan
United KingdomAll was 5 stars to me
The breakfast was first class, and the whole atmosphere was lovely, extremely clean hotel
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Amy
United KingdomNothing, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves once again
The friendly staff, our room and view was stunning and super comfortable!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
David
United KingdomNothing.
Great hotel with excellent room with sea view. Breakfast and evening meals were also excellent. Very friendly staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Jacqueline
United KingdomBeautiful location . Room was spotless. Great view . Food was lovely. Swimming pool was great
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 July 2025
Jane
United KingdomSpacious, comfortable, lovely surroundings
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Jives
United KingdomBreakfast was average.
Great room with sea views, nice walks Comfy rooms Friendly team Dinner was lovely Lovely communal area and bar
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Allison
United KingdomThe room location and decor
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Jacqueline
United KingdomYou had to book ahead to use the pool which closed at 8pm
Fantastic location lovely staff very nice breakfast
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Brian
United KingdomWe found that the wash basin was far too small
The location food and staff were excellent.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Tina
United KingdomHotel spotless. Staff lovely. Food excellent
Stayed in July 2025
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