On the edge of Loch Lomond and a 30-minute drive from Glasgow and its airport, this 4-star guest house has hearty Scottish breakfasts and free Wi-Fi. Traditionally decorated, the bedrooms at Gowanlea Guest House all feature a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Guests can also enjoy tea/coffee making facilities. A cooked breakfast made with local produce is served in the morning from 8:00 to 9:00. Continental and vegetarian options are also available on request. The town of Balloch, a 5-minute walk from Gowanlea offers many attractions including Balloch Castle, Go Ape theme park, and fishing. There is free parking at the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Balloch
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Stuart
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent breakfast. Location good. Lovely village. Beautiful room and view.
  • Christine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    John and Andrea were brilliant, friendly and very welcoming. Travelled with our dog and even she was made welcome. Amazing breakfast, including a sausage for the dog. Great location. Far enough away from village centre but everything within a...
  • Brenda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Felt comfortable . Warm welcome Really appreciated a good quality hair dryer . Andrea a perfect host .

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gowanlea Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Packed lunches
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Gowanlea Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 18:00

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    License number: C, STL 549880832

    FAQs about Gowanlea Guest House

    • Gowanlea Guest House is 450 yards from the centre of Balloch. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Gowanlea Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Room options at Gowanlea Guest House include:

        • Double
        • Twin
        • Family

      • Check-in at Gowanlea Guest House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

      • The prices at Gowanlea Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.