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The Anchorage

The Anchorage in Dunoon offers a 4.9-rated, kid-friendly guest house experience near Benmore Botanic Garden and Loch Long. Book a stay with top-rated amenities.

Shore Rd, Dunoon PA23 8QG, United Kingdom View on map
9.8/10
Exceptional Based on 31 recent guest reviews
Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Outstanding hospitality and tranquil location

Visitors consistently highlight the warm and friendly host, immaculate and comfortable rooms, and delicious breakfasts, all set within a peaceful environment ideal for relaxation and exploration.

Guests often praise

  • Exceptional hospitality and welcoming, accommodating host.
  • Spotlessly clean, spacious, and comfortable rooms with great views.
  • Delicious, hearty breakfasts including fresh fruit and a full Scottish option.
  • Quiet, beautiful location overlooking Holy Loch, conducive to restful stays.
  • Thoughtful touches like fresh milk and a friendly, humorous atmosphere.

Worth knowing

  • Best suited to guests who appreciate a cozy, home-like guest house experience.
  • Kid-friendly service options are available, making it suitable for families.
  • Location is ideal for sightseeing and outdoor recreation, though transport options may be needed to reach nearby attractions.
  • Does not offer extensive on-site amenities beyond comfortable lodging and breakfast.
  • Reviews note the peaceful atmosphere, which may appeal less to those seeking a lively nightlife.

Best for

  • Travelers looking for a warm, personalized stay with attentive hosting.
  • Visitors wanting comfortable accommodations with scenic loch views.
  • Guests planning to explore natural attractions like Benmore Botanic Garden and Puck’s Glen nearby.
  • Families needing a kid-friendly place to stay with peaceful surroundings.
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About this property

Welcome to The Anchorage

Located on Shore Road in Dunoon, The Anchorage is a guest house that combines the comforts of a bed and breakfast with a welcoming, home-like atmosphere. Guests consistently praise the property for its cleanliness, comfortable rooms, and friendly, accommodating host. Spacious accommodations feature scenic views over the nearby Holy Loch, enhancing the peaceful setting.

The property offers a kid-friendly environment and serves a breakfast that includes both fresh fruit and a full Scottish option, which guests have described as delicious and filling. Check-in begins at 16:00, making it convenient for travelers arriving from nearby airports such as Glasgow and Edinburgh, both reachable within a few hours by car or transit.

Its location makes The Anchorage a practical base for exploring outdoor attractions like Benmore Botanic Garden with its extensive plant collections and scenic views, as well as nearby natural sites including Puck's Glen and Loch Long, popular for hiking, fishing, and diving. Visitors appreciative of tranquil surroundings often find this spot ideal for relaxation and outdoor recreation.

Reviews highlight the property's friendly atmosphere and excellent hospitality, noting the warm welcome and helpfulness of the host, Richard. The quiet location coupled with beautiful water views contributes to a restful stay, suitable for those seeking a comfortable and peaceful place while enjoying the local sightseeing options. This guest house is well suited for individuals and families looking for a reliable and pleasant base in this part of the Scottish Highlands.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

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Most popular facilities

Kid-friendly
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MR
Martin Roberts Apr 04, 2026
10

Great place to stay. Warm and cozy. Spotlessly clean, with everything you need. Friendly host. Great location for exploring this beautiful part of the world. Thank you.

PC
Patricia Chestnut Mar 28, 2026
10

A wonderful Home away from home. Friendly, warm, inviting. The host could not be more welcoming or accomadating. The room was spacious and very clean. The breakfast is delicious.

JM
James Morris Mar 15, 2026
10

Only one word! FANTASTIC! Richard made our stay here incredible and I fully recommend coming here! The BnB is as beautiful as the scenery! Thanks so much for an unforgettable stay - we will absolutely be back!!

GA
Geoff Arnold Mar 05, 2026
10

Great house, comfortable room with great views, nice and quiet location, superb breakfast that will keep you going all day. Excellent host with a friendly disposition and sense of humour. Will stay again next time we travel this way.

GA
Graham Arries Feb 17, 2026
10

This B&B is located on Holy Lock. We stayed in the Heron room overlooking the Loch. The room was spacious, clean and tidy with tea and coffee. Richard, the proprietor, was very welcoming taking time to show us around, he even provided fresh milk for our cup of tea after a long journey. The bed was huge and very comfortable allowing a very satisfying good night sleep. Breakfast consisted of cereals, fresh fruit and yogurt, toast and a freshly cooked full Scottish breakfast which was delicious and filling. Richard certainly knows how to look after his guests and I would highly recommend this B&B to anyone thinking of staying in Dunoon.

KH
Kaz Holt Feb 13, 2026
10

Wonderful location. Beautiful B and B with comfortable rooms, stunning views and a yummy breakfast. Just perfect. Also the host, Richard, is welcoming and friendly

KM
kate moffat Jan 16, 2026
10

Fabulous stay, accommodation spot on, spotlessly clean. Lovely breakfasts, comfy beds and host Richard very welcoming and helpful.

SF
Stephen Franklin Jan 04, 2026
10

Lovely B&B, warm, comfortable with great views over the water. Breakfast was very good with a great choice Charming helpful host made this a very pleasant place to stay

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Anchorage

Dunoon, United Kingdom

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Dunoon Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal 26 min Walk
  • Dunoon Pier 1 hr 3 Walk
  • Ferry Road 3 min Walk
  • Edinburgh Airport 2 hr 15 Car · 3 hr 40 Transit
  • Glasgow Airport 1 hr 21 Car · 2 hr 34 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in United Kingdom. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Benmore Botanic Garden 1,786 reviews

Benmore Botanic Garden

4 Uig, Benmore, Dunoon PA23 8QU, United Kingdom

4.8 · Botanical Garden
Puck's Glen 748 reviews

Puck's Glen

Dunoon PA23 8QT, United Kingdom

4.9 · Park
Loch Long 164 reviews

Loch Long

United Kingdom

4.7 · Lake
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