Reviews of Lochinver Guesthouse 5 stars
32 Park Circus, Ayr, KA7 2DL, United Kingdom
#4 of 16 B&Bs and Inns in Ayr
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 408 B&B reviews
9.6Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.9
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Comfort
9.8
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Location
9.7
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Facilities
9.6
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Staff
9.9
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Value for money
9.6
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Free WiFi
9.7
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Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Jane
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0“Mostly, very satisfactory, a lovely venue.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
The room was a very tight fit, very difficult to say how it could be made less crampt Facilities outside the room and this was reflected in the price, which was a fair thing to do. I was there because I needed to be near my cousin and no other room was available, so they dd their best to meet my needs.
Friendly staff, a good breakfast , beautifully put together house.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Andy
United Kingdom6 reviews10“Definitely I. The area will come back”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Very welcoming for our stay over Beautiful house breakfast was amazing
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Ruth
New Zealand13 reviews2 helpful votes10“It was gorgeous”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Location
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Helen
Australia18 reviews10“Excellent. Thank you Sinclair”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Outstanding facilities and wonderful breakfast. Sinclair was a great help too with every question.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Alexander
United Kingdom3 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast of an excellent standard, overall a relaxed stay, extremely enjoyable.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Chick
United Kingdom1 review9.0“I would thoroughly recommend this guest house, book en-suite if possible but would not hesitate to r”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Although, I was aware that the bathroom was mid stair. It was awkward. It was also very clean. Probably would have suited younger residents.
Breakfast was very good as were the staff. The location was very central to all facilities, shops town centre, restaurants etc.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Canning
United Kingdom12 reviews10“I always look forward to going to Ayr, and this Guest house is excellent.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
A wonderful house in a beautiful location, Sinclair is a fantastic host, the rooms have everything you need.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Mark
United Kingdom10 reviews10“Top Notch”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The room, the location, the staff and the food !!
It was lovely. Nice and relaxed. Great location. Staff were wonderful and breakfast was a lovely start to the day. Thank you !!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Gillian
United Kingdom2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The dab radio in the room was an excellent addition, as were the bottles of still and sparkling water. Spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Anna-lee
Canada4 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Amazing breakfast. Helpful and cordial hosts.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Jean
United Kingdom5 reviews2 helpful votes10“Perfect”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing at all. Could not think of anything.
Welcoming b n b we just love staying there. Sinclair and Margaret make you so welcome.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Debra
United Kingdom11 reviews10“Excellent place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Premium Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Breakfast was exceptional. The little extras , cookies, water, tea and coffee etc were a lovely touch.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Amma
United Kingdom1 review10“Excellent.”- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I liked everything.
Perfection. Great service. Quality. Exquisite.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Thomas
Netherlands6 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Lovely quiet neighbourhood. Really comfortably room and bed. The breakfast was absolutely amazing.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Oonagh
United Kingdom6 reviews10“Excellent”- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to dislike
Beautifully maintained and very clean. Booked a single room but was upgraded to a lovely spacious double. Fabulous finishing touches such as real coffee and fresh milk and cookies in the room. Large bath towels provided which is a rarity. Breakfast great choices with excellent coffee. Great value for money and would definitely book again if visiting the area.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Matthew
Canada1 review10“Matthew's review”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
There was nothing at all that I disliked; everything at Lochinver was above and beyond my expectations as a last-minute booker. I had a wonderful unexpected night in Ayr thanks to the guesthouse, and hope to come back in the future!
My stay in Ayr was originally unplanned, but due to a missed bus connection, I required lodging for the night; Lochinver and its staff were exceptionally welcoming despite my last-minute booking, offering a lovely breakfast the following morning, and the room itself was gorgeous and incredibly comfortable. Lovely music and decor around the lobby area as well!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Fiona
United Kingdom7 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautiful location, fantastic room
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Mark
United Kingdom6 reviews9.0“Lovely accommodating staff coupled with superb location made the stay very enjoyable.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Room was alittle small but I was on top floor and I am rather tall.
Welcome from the staff and location were excellent
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Nat
United Kingdom1 review10“This was a gorgeous home located a 10 min walk from train station and our host was wonderful.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The Lochinver Guesthouse was beautifully decorated in a tasteful old style. We loved seeing how our host preserved the integrity of the historic building in the way he maintained the property. Breakfast in the dining room looked so lovely on the Blue Willow china, but we had to hit the road early. Would stay here again!
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Wendy
United Kingdom9 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Lovely hotel and great owners”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I felt that a 3pm check in was late considering check out was 10:30. We travel a lot visiting places in the UK(you can request earlier but it's £10).This hotel although lovely was one of the most expensive for one night and we spent the least amount of time in the room. Generally, check in is at 2pm and check out 11 everywhere else. Breakfast is often on till 10-10:30 everywhere else as well and here 08:30-09:30. This is ok mid week I guess but I'm sure we're not the only ones who want a couple of drinks Saturday night and would really like a lie in on a Sunday morning.if you're an early riser then it's perfect!
The location of the house is perfect and the interior is gorgeous too. The owners were lovely and breakfast was one of the best we've had whilst travelling .
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Peter
United Kingdom562 reviews96 helpful votes9.0“Highly recommended”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
No complaints!
I have stopped here before, and think I was in the exact same room - a small room in the attic, though nicely laid out. The house is beautifully maintained throughout. Spotless, comfortable, with good wifi. I paid for breakfast which was large with plenty of options. Quiet though central location, with easy access to shops/bars/etc. Lots of attention to detail, like providing fresh milk and a tea-pot, plus a selection of teas.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 28 January 2024
Stephanie
United Kingdom3 reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Not having an onsuie toilet
It was luxurious, comfortable, and welcoming
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Andrew
United Kingdom21 reviews10“I was delighted with this Guest House and if/when back in Ayr, I will definitely book again here.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shower
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing so far as I am concerned.
The Property, the Room, the Facilities, the welome and courtesy of the hosts, the cooked breakfast and the overall value for money were all absolutely exceptional. I stay in a lot of places for work each month and I can tell you this is one of the very best.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Ralph
United Kingdom6 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Well looked after throughout”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Options on TV could have been better. For example, with the correct and cheap hardware, I could have cast a movie from my iPad to the TV
Breakfast great.
Stayed in January 2024
