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The St Ives is a boutique family owned hotel situated on the seafront in Dunoon, a short stroll away from the town centre and the ferry terminal. Guests can enjoy a glass of wine in the guest lounge with views over the bay. All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, high-speed WiFi as well as a secure wired internet connection and a Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube. Guests will also find fluffy towels, toiletries, a hairdryer and a hospitality tray with traditional Scottish tea cakes. There is a bar onsite with a selection of gins and whisky and a cocktail hour. Breakfast is included in the price and has few menu options to choose from, including traditional Scottish breakfast, smoked salmon from the award-winning Argyll Smokery, free-range eggs from a local farm and coffee from Argyll Roasters. Vegan and various dietary requirements are catered for. Dunoon is the main resort on the Cowal Peninsula and the maritime gateway to the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Glasgow is an hour away with excellent public transport links.

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 (9.8)

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

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Dunoon
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jonathan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely small hotel, with nice guest lounge and a good breakfast. Pleasant and welcoming owners. great views over the loch.
  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    From the booking right through to check out . Everything was perfect. Communication 5* Good was fresh, not greasy. Room was very comfortable great sea view . Everything was within walking distance.
  • Liz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect in every way. Room was lovely and comfortable and spotless. Owners very friendly and helpful re restaurants in area. Breakfast was very good . Definitely return.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Kenny & Lesley

Company review score: 9.8Based on 182 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Kenny & Lesley bought The St Ives in August 2022. Lesley is from Aberdeen and worked previously in the Oil & Gas sector. Kenny returned from overseas where he has extensive experience in Hospitality managing resorts around Asia. They loved the hotel from the minute they viewed the property. The previous owners had done a full make over in 2017 so the hotel was stunning and their hope is to build on the success of the previous owners whilst bringing some touches of their own.

Property information

St Ives is a historic building with rich heritage. It was originally built in 1840 for a Lieutenant General Pleydell who served in the Indian Army. In its 180 years, The St Ives has been home to dozens of families and shared many stories and secrets. There is an amazing energy around the place as soon as you enter. Situated right on a scenic and quiet beach, it's a perfect intimate getaway for couples.

Neighbourhood information

We are situated on the traffic-free West Bay beach with breathtaking views of the Firth of Clyde, yet only a five minute walk from Dunoon town centre and the ferry terminal. We have a private car park at the front of the B&B. We are surrounded by miles of gorgeous woodland walks and magnificent lochs. The Botanical Gardens are a delight with a riot of colour all year round. The enchanting Argyll Forest is on our doorstep and the famous Loch Lomond is only an hour's drive away. Inveraray with its many attractions is also only a short distance away. Enjoy spectacular sea views, meander through magical forests and experience our famous Argyll wildlife at St Ives Guest House, Dunoon. Scottish Victorian charm with modern day comfort and the insider secrets of Argyll and Cowal!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of St Ives Boutique Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • 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

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:30

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

 

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 18 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
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night
3 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Mastercard Visa Cash Bankcard St Ives Boutique Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Some rooms can accommodate extra beds ad travel cots for children. Please contact the owners to enquire prior to making the booking.

Luxury Travel Group Award Winner 2022/ 2023. Best Family-Owned Hotel 2023 - West Scotland by Resorts & Retreats Awards LUX life Magazine.

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

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about St Ives Boutique Hotel

  • St Ives Boutique Hotel is 350 yards from the centre of Dunoon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • St Ives Boutique Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Check-in at St Ives Boutique Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at St Ives Boutique Hotel include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Single
    • Twin