Reviews of Highlander House Boutique Hotel
28 Battery Place, Rothesay, PA20 9DU, United Kingdom
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Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation was great. Breakfast was superb. Service was friendly and informative. I would recommend this accomodation to anyone staying in Rothesay
Thank you for your kind words, Alex. You were a joy to host and we're so happy you enjoyed your stay so much. Hope to welcome you back to Highlander House again one day.
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast and location both fabulous.
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewAttention to detail was second to none. Gus & Sherrie were perfect hosts. The room was superb and the breakfasts were exceptional. Thanks Gus we had a tremendous break.
Nothing to dislike.
Thank you so much for your sweet review, Jacklyn. We enjoyed hosting you tremendously and look forward to welcoming you back again one day.
Reviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful house on the sea front where we could enjoy the comings and goings into Rothesay and the sunset. Our room was really lovely and the options for breakfast were great. Gus was really helpful and gave us great tips to make the most of our time on Bute.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your stay at Highlander House, James. We delighted in hosting you and hope to welcome you back again one day.
Reviewed: 19 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe welcome was warm and personable. This was maintained throughout the stay and the information received over coffee was excellent. Bedroom was very comfortable and well stocked with all sorts of treats.
No negative comments whatsoever.
Thank you for your kind words Andrew. It was our pleasure to host you and we're delighted you had such an enjoyable stay at Highlander House and on the island. We hope to welcome you back again one day soon.
Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGreat location and comfortable.
Nothing.
Many thanks for your kind words, Kevin. It was a joy hosting you and we're delighted you enjoyed your stay so much...as well as the breakfasts and cakes (lol).
Reviewed: 29 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewFantastic property with most friendly and accommodating hosts. Beautifully placed directly at the sea. Fantastic and creative breakfast options and the host is very knowledgeable about what to do and see on Bute. Thank You for a fantastic stay.
Dear Gregor, you were such a pleasure to host. Hopefully there'll be another time when you can stay longer and fully explore the Isle of Bute. Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you bac again one day.
Reviewed: 27 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was cooked to perfection and plenty of choice.
Everything was perfect nothing could be better
Thank you so much for your review, Katrina. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Highlander House so much. We strive to deliver exceptional breakfasts and it's always a delight to prove that vegetarian options can also be superb. We hope you'll visit again soon.
Thank you so much for your review, Katrina. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Highlander House so much. We strive to deliver exceptional breakfasts and it's always a delight to prove that vegetarian options can also be superb… Show more
Reviewed: 20 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery homely and every aspect of our stay was exceptional. From the ‘get to know you’ and what you want to do on the island welcome, to the freshly cooked brownies and even gluten free biscuits which were cooked each day.
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Michael. It was our great pleasure hosting you and we're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Highlander House.
Reviewed: 16 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewHad a great stay here, hosts were very friendly, breakfast was one of the best I have ever had, so much choice, the bed was really comfortable and had a lovely view of the sea from our room I would definitely recommend staying here and will return to enjoy it again.
There is nothing that I didn't like everything was excellent
Dear James, thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. It was such a pleasure hosting you and we're delighted you enjoyed your time at Highlander House. We look forward to welcoming you back again one day soon.
Reviewed: 10 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewAlmost certainly the best B&B on the island. The attention everyone got from Gus and Sherry was very personal and helpful, room very clean and comfortable, and excellent breakfast. Very quiet and relaxed atmosphere.
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Thank you, Robert. Hope to see you again when you decide to cycle around Bute again.
Reviewed: 2 September 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewWe were made to feel very welcome from the time we arrived. The hosts were charming and so helpful. It was very clean and the beds were really comfortable. Outstanding choice of food for breakfast and fantastic attention to detail. We would highly recommend it.
Thank you so much for your glowing review, Susie. We loved hosting you and hope we'll see you again one day.
Reviewed: 19 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewVery welcoming hosts and very helpful. Facilities excellent. Lots of extras and the treats were superb, especially the pecan pie. Nothing was missing in making your stay comfortable. Lots of help with restaurants etc.
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Thank you for your very much appreciated review of Highlander House, Muriel. It was an absolute pleasure to host you. We're so glad you enjoyed the daily treats and that our restaurant advice worked out well for you. We hope we'll see you again.
Thank you for your very much appreciated review of Highlander House, Muriel. It was an absolute pleasure to host you. We're so glad you enjoyed the daily treats and that our restaurant advice worked out well for you. We hope we'll s… Show more
Reviewed: 20 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewWow what an amazing place a fabulous boutique B&B but more like a 5 star hotel we were made to feel very welcome the breakfast was superb especially the smoked salmon best I’ve ever had, the little extra treats in our room were gratefully received if your going to Bute then you must stay here thanks so much
Thank you so much for your brilliant review, Elaine. It's so very much appreciated. We enjoyed hosting you both tremendously and are delighted you enjoyed your stay so much. Thank you for raving about your breakfasts and daily treats. It's so rewarding to know our core values are so well appreciated by guests, like you and Mick. We hope you'll visit again in the not too distant future.
Thank you so much for your brilliant review, Elaine. It's so very much appreciated. We enjoyed hosting you both tremendously and are delighted you enjoyed your stay so much. Thank you for raving about your breakfasts and daily treats. I… Show more
Reviewed: 18 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThe breakfasts were delicious and beyond expectations for a vegetarian diet. Home made granola with additional nuts and seeds , fantastic. Location perfect for nearby attractions in Rothesay, lovely to walk home to the b and b along the shore in the sunset. Gus and Sherry were the perfect hosts, Going above and beyond for their guests.
There was literally nothing that could have been better.
Dear Alison, thank you so much for the much appreciated review of your stay at Highlander House. You were a joy to host. We take tremendous pleasure in offering our guests an array of breakfast options and were delighted that you found the vegetarian options delicious and satisfying for each of your 4 morning breakfasts. We hope to see you again in the near future.
Dear Alison, thank you so much for the much appreciated review of your stay at Highlander House. You were a joy to host. We take tremendous pleasure in offering our guests an array of breakfast options and were delighted that you found the … Show more
Reviewed: 1 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewLovely property so well done
Nothing it was fab
Aaagh, our go-getter guest Carol! We loved your enthusiasm and early-morning breakfast requests. You and hubby, David, made fabulous use of your days on Bute. Loved that you took advantage of ourrecommended walks and enjoyed them so much. Hope we'll see you both again soon.
Aaagh, our go-getter guest Carol! We loved your enthusiasm and early-morning breakfast requests. You and hubby, David, made fabulous use of your days on Bute. Loved that you took advantage of ourrecommended walks and enjoyed them so much. H… Show more
Reviewed: 24 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewVery welcoming. Wonderful view over the Kyles of Bute from our bedroom (No. 6). Breakfasts were excellent and beautifully presented. Plus lots of little extras which we very much appreciated. A lot of thought has gone into the modernisation of the property over the last few years and the decor reflects the extensive travels of the owners Gus and Sherry. It is undoubtedly one of the best B&Bs we have ever stayed in and that is all down to Gus and Sherry. We would have no hesitation in recommending this B& B to anyone.
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Thank you so much for your fabulous review, Iain. You were both such a delight to host. From down south, you're frequent visitors to Scotland which you both love so much, so we're humbled that you regard Highlander House as "one of the best B&Bs" you've ever stayed in. Your stay enriched our lives as hosts. Hope to see you both again on your next adventure up north here in Scotland.
Thank you so much for your fabulous review, Iain. You were both such a delight to host. From down south, you're frequent visitors to Scotland which you both love so much, so we're humbled that you regard Highlander House as "on… Show more
Reviewed: 21 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewWonderful hosts who made the trip memorable. Great breakfast catering for any dietary needs. A really good location on the front with lovely views over the bay.
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Thank you, Allan, for your highly appreciated review. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Highlander House and are delighted that you left with happy memories of your wedding-anniversary-stay. You and Lorna were such a pleasure to host and we hope to see you return one day.
Thank you, Allan, for your highly appreciated review. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Highlander House and are delighted that you left with happy memories of your wedding-anniversary-stay. You and Lorna were such a pleasure to ho… Show more
Reviewed: 2 June 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewHospitality was first class with attention to detail and a warmth that made it feel sad if you were staying with close family. Bravo!
There is nothing to dislike here.
Thank you for your hugely appreciated review, Nick. It was a delight hosting you. We're so happy you enjoyed your stay at Highlander House so much. Hope to see you again one day soon.
Reviewed: 2 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewThe attention to detail .. the little things matter .. made really welcome and couldn't do enough for us ..thank you for a lovely experience
Nothing first class
Thank you for your very much appreciated review, Mark. It was fun and a pleasure to host you. Don't wait another 30 years to return to Rothesay (lol).
Reviewed: 19 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewWarm welcome from Gus and Sherry. Lovely property, beautifully presented. Decor was unusual and reflected owners’ interests and personality. Comfortable room with little extras like home made wine chilling with milk in small fridge as well as sweet home baked treats. Thoughtful items like pillow mist and masks made for relaxation. View from the bedroom of a wonderful rear garden which was a visual feast. Exceptional menu for breakfast, continental followed by cooked dishes offered traditional and unusual choices guests. Gus & Sherry are special hosts and make guests feel special. Highlander House is the model for any small hotel or guest house. Comfort, a little luxury, calm - what a combination for our short break. Gus prepared a map and pointed out key
Absolutely nothing -zero
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Janet. It was an absolute delight to host you and James. A full -house of guests loved your company as well! So enthusiastic to enjoy what Bute had to offer...and so appreciative. We hope to welcome you both back in the very near future.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Janet. It was an absolute delight to host you and James. A full -house of guests loved your company as well! So enthusiastic to enjoy what Bute had to offer...and so appreciative. We hope to welcome… Show more
Reviewed: 19 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewThe hospitality was incredible. Such a warm welcome by Gus.
Thank you for your excellent review, Luke. It was such a pleasure to host you and we hope you'll return soon.