Dnunrobin Street, Helmsdale, KW8 6JA, United Kingdom
#6 of 13 hotels in Helmsdale
Guests' ChoiceBased on 751 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 June 2024
Joyce
United KingdomThe room was very clean and comfortable but the windows didnt open and there was a slightly chemical smell
The breakfast was really good, we were disappointed to know that there was no evening meals available and no bar. Luckily we were able to get a really early eveni8ng meal in the only other eatery in Helmsdale.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Sally
United KingdomBathroom only had a shower attachment over the bath so could not be used as a proper shower without flooding the floor.
Room was good, bed was comfy and breakfast was lovely.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Shirley
United KingdomCould do with a little upgrade
Relaxed atmosphere
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
William
United KingdomFor the price the answer is nothing.
A value for money breakfast. The hotel is run by Hans who does an exceptional job working from early morning until late at night putting to shame millions of public sector workers who would down tools and go on strike if faced with Hans workload,
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Joy
United KingdomA cosy traditional guesthouse with a true flavour of Scotland. The bed was so comfortable and I loved the opportunity to sit in the wooden floored sitting room in front of a log fire. Everything was clean and designed in a traditional and simple Scottish style.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Richard
United KingdomBreakfast was a little bit limited and buffet style
Good location for stopover on north coast tour . Friendly pub with parking . Hans did a decent job with breakfast and had a fire going in the evening
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Peter
United KingdomHistoric building and a nice friendly host. Nice sitting area around an open fire. Breakfast was plentiful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Jo
United KingdomSuch a lovely place. Quiet, peaceful, comfortable, clean. Nice breakfast, and landlord very helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
David
United KingdomThere is no evening restaurant and the restaurants in the town are either limited or need to be pre booked.
The manager was genuinely interested and helped in all aspects of oir stay. I think perhaps he needs to reign in the enthusiasm when folk are eating though.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Michael
United KingdomCar park at the back of the hotel was a mainly gravel with a couple of concrete slabs for motorbike parking
Breakfast was buffet style both hot and cold food which was very good
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Amw_be
BelgiumThe room was comfortable and very large. We only met one man at the reception, who seemed to be responsible for everything, and managed everything perfectly. He was very helpful and very kindly offered a dram of whisky in the evening. This hotel is a very good value for money.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Adrian
AustraliaSome occasionally noisy plumbing
Charming old lobby and room. Nicely equipped and comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Chadders
United KingdomRubbish wifi
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Edith
United KingdomI would have liked a proper shower. There was just an attachment to the bath tap. Better lighting in the bathroom would also be helpful . There was no large mirror in the bedroom to see to dry your hair.
Breakfast was ample and nicely cooked
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Karin
AustriaVery large traditionally styled room and nice breakfast with the possibility to choose from a wide range of foods from the buffet.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Abee
ItalyFull of character. Great breakfast. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
David
United Kingdomn/a
very good
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Robert
United KingdomN/A
Old fashion hotel, with open fire in the guest lounge. Easy parking next to hotel,good choice for breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Stewart
AustraliaBeautiful big old building with lots of character
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Stuart
United KingdomI was greeted by the owner at the door and he was very helpful with information about the facility and the local area and amenities. I managed a quick dash around the local 9 hole golf course and then charged up my electric car before heading in to the restaurant next door for some very nice (and massive) fish and chips. The breakfast the following morning was excellent with lots of choice.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Gillscott82
United KingdomA very last minute stay here due to the ferry to Orkney being cancelled, but a very happy one! Hans the owner is fantastic, the guesthouse is sprawling and interesting, our room was really comfortable and we both slept really well, and breakfast was excellent. We would very happily return and recommend.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
John
United KingdomNothing.
Excellent host Hans who went out of his way to support us in our JOGLE walk.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Edgar
United StatesOne of our two rooms did not have a traditional shower but very manageable.
Friendliness and helpfulness of staff. Very accommodating. Breakfast was very good. Room/bed was extremely comfortable. Parking very convenient. Great value.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Jaime
United KingdomThe guest house didn’t have a bar. The roaring fireplace in the lounge and the big wooden staircase was screaming at us to have a whiskey cocktail. There is a local spar however so we could have bought the ingredients ourselves
This guest house is so full of character. Hans the owner has cared for its beauty and embellished its features. The room was warm when we got there and was very inviting.
Stayed in February 2024
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