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Royal Golf Hotel

The First Tee, Dornoch IV25 3LG, Scotland
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Royal Golf Hotel
Ranked #1 of 5 hotels in Dornoch
4.5 of 5 stars 37 Reviews
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west yorkshire
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

we stayed here to be near family,we had two rooms for the three of us ,they were comfortable with lovely bathrooms and very good housekeeping.we ate in the restaurant both evenings and enjoyed good food good service and friendly efficient staff in the bar and restaurant also in the dinning room at breakfast. Must not forget to mention pleasant and... More

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Dunoon
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

I recently enjoyed an extended weekend break at the Royal Golf Hotel and it was absolutely delightful. I could not fault the hotel in any way. A superb location next to a top class golf course, and with easy access to the nearby shore. Beautifully furnished bedroom and public rooms, welcoming and attentive staff, and excellent food. Has to be... More

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Milton
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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Just completed my second visit to this hotel last week and would highly recommend it. The staff (Cameron, Gail, Siobhan, etc) are very personable and attentive. The food quality was excellent and priced appropriately - had the sea bass and scallops with the cullen skink risotto as a starter. The hotel itself has a unique charm that suits both golfers... More

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managerroyalgolf, General Manager at Royal Golf Hotel, responded to this review
1 May 2012

Dear Bill K, Thank you for posting such a complimentary review on tripadvisor following your recent stay at the hotel. Naturally I am delighted that you enjoyed your second visit to The Royal Golf Hotel and that you found the food and hospitality from my staff to your liking. We are always striving to improve in everything we do to... More

holywood
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

My wife and I enjoyed a spring weekend based at this hotel; the room (207) had a view of the first tee at Royal Dornoch GC with the sea beyond. The staff were universally friendly to the point of remembering guests' names - always a good sign. Dinner of fresh venison was perfect as was the location - possible one... More

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managerroyalgolf, General Manager at Royal Golf Hotel, responded to this review
25 April 2012

Dear Michael and Jane, Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review on tripadvisor following your stay last weekend. Naturally I am delighted that you enjoyed your visit to The Royal Golf Hotel. Your kind remarks are much appreciated by the team who take great encouragent from such feedback. At our team meeting this morning I... More

Peterhead, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012 via mobile

We recently stayed at the hotel for two nights and would highly recommend it. The staff were excellent and the food was freshly cooked and very high quality. Even though we checked in at 8pm there was no problem booking a table in the dining room and when we sat down there was no rush to get the meal served... More

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managerroyalgolf, General Manager at Royal Golf Hotel, responded to this review
25 April 2012

Dear AJG1271690, Many thanks for your glowing review following your recent stay at the Royal Golf Hotel. It is rewarding to know that we are offering a high level of service to our guests and that nothing is too much trouble which of course is exactly as it should be! We have recruited a few new people this year especially... More

Glasgow
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Stayed as part of a golfing break combining Royal Dornoch with Castle Stuart in Inverness. Turned out to be an excellent choice as the Royal Golf Hotel really made our stay very enjoyable. Staff were helpful throughout, room was very comfortable and the food, both breakfast and evening meal were of a very high standard. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this... More

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managerroyalgolf, General Manager at Royal Golf Hotel, responded to this review
3 May 2012

Dear David, Following your recent stay at The Royal Golf Hotel as part of our Highland Stay and Play Golf Package, I should like to thank you for taking the time to post a very complimentary review. I am pleased that you did not overlook us and naturally I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay. I hope we will... More

Aberdeen
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

Excellent Hotel from the personal welcome followed by a lovely room,enjoyable evening meal and brekfast. Our room was first class, overlooking the golf course with a hugh comfortable bed and excellent shower.Our teenage daughter, travelling with us had a lovely single room again with a large ensuite. The dinner menu was varied, something for everyone, and well cooked. All staff... More

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managerroyalgolf, General Manager at Royal Golf Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Dear Kim, Thank you for posting your very complimentary review recently on tripadvisor. Naturally I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay here at The Royal Golf Hotel. It is rewarding to hear that everything was satisfactory and yes, although many of our guests are indeed golfers, it is absolutely true when you say the hotel is not just for... More

Sevenoaks
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

We stayed here after completing the Land's End to John O'Groats cycle ride and everything was as you would wish in a privately run hotel. Bedrooms were very well presented, very clean and beds extremely comfortable. Newly refurbished bathrooms are well appointed. Food in the restaurant was very good and the staff were all very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was... More

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managerroyalgolf, General Manager at Royal Golf Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Dear Peter, Thankyou for taking time out to post your review recently on tripadvisor following your stay here after completing your marathon journey to John O' Groats by bicycle. Your comments are very kind and much appreciated and I image you were ready for a comfortable bed after all that time in the saddle! Your enjoyable stay here proves that... More

Fife
Senior Contributor
36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

The Royal Golf Hotel is ideally located for anyone contemplating a golfing holiday. The challenging Royal Dornoch is right on the doorstep and other quality courses such as Golspie, Brora and Tain are within a short drive. The welcome was warm and staff throughout the hotel are friendly, well trained and attentive with nothing too much trouble for them. Rooms... More

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managerroyalgolf, General Manager at Royal Golf Hotel, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Dear Joabil, Thank you for posting a review on tripadvisor following your stay here at the beginning of April. We were all delighted to read your comments regarding the hotels location, the warm welcome and the teams friendly approach which is exactly what we all strive to achieve. I am pleased you enjoyed your newly re-furbished bathroom with large walk-in... More

Stromness
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Me and my son stayed in October 2011 while he was involved in the Donald Ross Junior invitational open at Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Very welcoming staff and a comfortable room. Could not be handier for the Royal Dornoch Championship Golf Course as it is literally a few paces from the Hotel door to the 1st tee. My only criticism... More

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The First Tee, Dornoch IV25 3LG, Scotland
Price range (per night):* 130 AUD - 326 AUD

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