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Reviews of The Coylet Inn by Loch Eck

Loch Eck Dunoon, Dunoon, PA23 8SG, United Kingdom

#5 of 5 B&Bs and Inns in Dunoon

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Review score

Based on 647 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be unfair to point anything out given the power cut

    It is olde worlde charm and has a lot if character. The staff were all outstanding and so very welcoming. We arrived on the night of the bad storm in August and the power was out, the kitchen staff prepared a seafood platter that was absolutely top class and a meat and cheese platter that was just as good. Meanwhile the lady who was hosting us ran around making sure everyone was ok. Considering the circumstances the staff made the stay special. Top response to an unplanned disaster, well done to all and we will come back

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Magnificent location if you are looking for a cosy place lost in nature. Amazing value for money !

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    8.0
    Relaxed and friendly getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. Our chips took a while to come but when we reminded them about our order they were with us in just a few minutes. It’s right by the road, which was a little busy at certain points during our stay, so this may bother some. Road noise wasn’t a problem for us for sleeping.

    Beautiful historic inn in lovely convenient location - we were travelling in by car from Glasgow for 1 night. We stayed in the pod - “snuggle doon”, which was very comfortable and clean and just above the pub overlooking the water. We brought our own food which we were able to prepare easily using the kitchenette in the pod. It had a double hob, kettle, toaster and basic cooking equipment. We went for a few drinks and some chips at the pub. Staff very relaxed and friendly and other folks at the pub friendly too, had a nice vibe. We are an interracial lesbian couple, adding this for those who will find this information helpful. Went for a paddle in one of their kayaks in the morning, which was very easy to arrange. Will definitely be going back sometime.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    8.0
    Great little spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was perfect.

    Lots of history in the Inn being from the 17th century and great viewa over the lake. Quiet and remote - very scenic. We stayed only one night but the rooms were clean and well equipped. Comfy beds and good shower. There is a bar open until 10:30pm with locals and guests and a restaurant serving a varied menu. Food and service were both good. Staff attentive and welcoming. The Inn is said to be haunted by the ghost of a child who drowned in the lake (the blue child) but we didn't see or hear anything. It adds to the folklore though :)

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food was ok .great place to stay for one night . It is no good if you have mobility issues . The stairs getting up to the room .awful .

    Where it was a beautiful location. Staff were great. Run off their feet . Evening very disappointed .my husband ordered chicken pasta with garlic bread, and it was special . The chicken was definitely not chicken .it looked like veg meat and one tiny slice of garlic bread . The curry was average ..

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    8.0
    Great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No breakfast was on offer.

    Great location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    8.0
    stunning location and great staff - room was nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Only negatives were No Breakfast - it said on my purchase that breakfast was included; I wasn't actually aware that we werent getting breakfast and a little disappointed, felt we overpaid to include the breakfast but had to go elsewhere and pay additional for a breakfast - I cant see any communication where it says no breakfast available Rubbish in the bins - small thing but still rubbish in the bin from previous guests, while hygiene wasn't a concern for me as everything else looked really clean, it could be forgiven if that was missed what else was - this included a water bottle behind the bedside cabinet No blind for the shower - The shower / bath was right at the window and again the view was spectacular but the right hand side window was missing which looked straight on to the road - this really impacted any privacy and actually stopped me from having a shower before leaving - I made a make shift blind with a towel but it would have been nice to have been made aware of this.

    First impression were great, a lovely little Inn right on the water was breath taking - although parking did have its challenges it was genuinely not worth making a negative mark about. Upon entering the inn, we were greeted by a very upbeat and friendly member of staff (sorry didnt get his name) however gave us a little bit of a history lesson about the Inn, insisted on taking our bags up the steep but safe stairs and ensured we got into our room hassle free. Upon entering the room, we were so pleased to see it had some original charm to it, the room itself was quite small however fine for a couple staying one night. The TV albeit quite small provided a modern feature (one I dont find get in most hotels) Netflix and Prime - great for some late night viewing while seeing the loch in the background We didnt use the restuarant or the bar but seemed to have a genuinely good vibe about it as we came back from dinner Overall it was a great room and staff were great, but a few areas in particular dampened the overall experience 7/10 overall still

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    7.0
    Historic Inn, with plenty of quirks.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We did experience some issues with facilities. However, once brought to staff attention they were quickly addressed. Thank you! The hotel facilities on Booking.com shows 'breakfast boxes', which is misleading; this is not the case. There are no breakfast options. There is also no one on site in the morning time so be sure to ask for any extras like a hairdryer the evening before you need it. The building has difficult stairs and heavily sloped eaves in the upstairs rooms, befitting of a lovely old building, so you do need to be agile to move around the room without hitting your head. Cleanliness could be improved. Some quirks are to be expected in such an old building, but even in the new glamping pod there was a mess of cobwebs around the bed, the bedding & towels smelled musty. Minor niggles which could easily be improved

    Oddball charm! Quirky historic building in a wonderful location. Surrounded by forest and lovely, thoughtful birdfeeder set out the back which has a webcam. Hopefully the webcam will be available to live stream on the website at some point. You couldn't be any closer to the beautiful Lock Eck, but be aware it is on a main road, pro:it is very easy to drive to and has good parking, con: heavy vehicles passing 24/7, so bring your earplugs.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    8.0
    We loved our stay in the old inn, full of quirky old things which one would want in somewhere so old
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    We were expecting to have breakfast in the morning but when we asked the time for breakfast we were told that the Inn did not serve Breakfast. As this was the case, Booking.com should have clearly said that no breakfast would be available. Perhaps this should be made doubly clear by Booking .com and then one would know and not be disappointed.

    The fact that it was a genuine old place. including the stairway up to our room. The staff were willing to serve us a meal when we arrived although the restaurant time was just finishing when we arrived.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    8.0
    We had a lovely time & would definitely return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was a little lumpy. It was a shame there was no breakfast option- even a help yourself continental would be ideal.

    The setting is beautiful & the views are amazing! We were made to feel most welcome.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    8.0
    Lovely location an old inn
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The privacy in the bathroom was an issue, with no blind on some of the windows facing the road/other rooms. No breakfast available so had to drive by car to the nearest town to get something.

    Lovely location and very friendly staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    8.0
    Only there one night but would happily return
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is by the road and road noise can be annoying to some, breakfast not available but possibly may be at some point

    Lovely old place by the loch, plenty of character everything needed was there, lovely attentive staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    8.0
    Overall a lovely relaxing stay at Coylet Inn and would recommend this place for a short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no information pack with instructions on how to use the equipment, local recommendations or where bins went etc. There was also quite a few cobwebs which could have been cleaned easily before check in. Breakfast was not available in the hotel.

    The glamping pod was large in size and had all of the facilities for a comfortable stay. The view was lovely from the terrace and the fact it is dog friendly is a huge bonus.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    9.0
    Welcoming and cozy inn by the loch.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The evening meal menu was disappointing and not as the menu on the website promised. It was mainly fried food with chips. We paid for breakfast when we booked but it wasn't available, apparently their chef had gone to his sick mother in Poland. This was probably the reason for dinner being a fried food selection. However the staff were very helpful and gave us a boxed selection of muesli bars and fruit.

    The ambiance, staff, rooms and setting were delightful.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2025

    8.0
    Cozy, restful, energising stay in a beautiful location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I will say I had dinner there one night and didn’t really enjoy the food. This could be personal preference or because of what I got.

    Beautiful property in a beautiful location. All of the staff were amazing and I liked the “hands off but helpful” approach to service. Wee touches like helping me get my stuff up the stairs/offering to lend me a life jacket for my paddle board were great. The bar is adorable and the views are unmatched. The private beach was a huge plus

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    8.0
    Very enjoyable 2 nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very small room with no space for chairs. Difficult small steep staircase - overnight bag recommended rather than suitcase. Breakfast not available although good cafe in Benmore gardens a short distance down the road.

    Excellent location. Beautiful views over the loch. excellent restaurant with fast service. comfortable bed. Good bathroom with bath. Attractive old building.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No breakfast,

    Location and room

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    landlady not pleasant. sink overflowing in bathroom no breakfast available

    comfortable bed

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small room with low ceilings. Staircase very steep.

    Lovely view , characterful buildings.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    8.0
    Cosy lochside pub
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s a road between hotel and lochside tables which was busy at times - the standalone lodge had a terrace with a view which was a bit away from road so would probably book that next time

    Lovely views over the loch, small lochside beer garden, comfortable room and really nice staff

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2025

    8.0
    Very comfortable stay with beautiful food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Disappointed that there was no cooked breakfast, tea or coffee available in the morning.

    Super location. Nice and comfortable stay. Lovely food.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2025

    7.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast wasn’t available and the room was quite hot.

    Lovely historic inn with stunning views

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wasn't aware there was no breakfast available, felt the pricecwas a bit steep for just a room.

    The setting, the friendly staff...and the food was excellent

    Stayed in June 2025

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