Ξενοδοχεία με Southerness Lighthouse, Dumfries

Ten years ago, we stayed at the Glenlossie and it was one of the best B&Bs we've ever experienced in Scotland. I gave it top marks on Trip Advisor and that's a rarity! The owners were friendly, the breakfast was superb and the place had a professional and business-like air about it. So, thinking we'd head to D&G for a few days recently we thought to book again. In the interim the place has been taken over by the larger Caledonian Hotel next door and is now effectively an annexe. It goes without saying that the former ambience of the establishment is dead and gone. There was litter in the car park and old chairs and junk in the passage outside our ground floor bedroom window which we couldn't open for long because of the cigarette smoke emanating from who knows who although the constant coughing through the thin wall would suggest our neighbour was the culprit. The bathroom ceiling was peeling, probably due to the lack of an extractor and the sink lacked a plug. We bought one in a shop. To be fair, the room was attended to every day and coffee/tea/soap etc replenished (not the plug). You get the feeling no one is around to ”manage” the place. The front door is always on the snib. Mail lay about the porch uncollected. Breakfasts are now served at the big house and that's it. The buffet is average and the porridge wouldn't win an Oscar nomination any longer. It's a shame as the young East European lassies in charge are doing their best. I know covid has hit the hotel trade hard. Staff shortages are a common feature now and it's a wonder that places like this can stay open at all. in the Caledonian's case the funeral trade keeps them going, I gather. Good luck to them. But I think the use of the name Glenlossie for the ghostly building next door is a bit of a nonsense and quite sad in the circumstances.

Yes the hotel looks dated and the area is down by the River but the welcome is genuine and the owner and staff are very attentive. The breakfast as others have noted is very very good indeed. The Inn is old and the rooms reflect this but it was warm clean and the bed was super with lovely pillows and a vicious shower!! I slept so well and was not disturbed by the musician but heard the seagulls. The pub stays open late but thats fine as it appears quite usual in Dumfries and perhaps Scotland in general. A lovely stay and one i hope to repeat very soon. Thank you to the owner for her welcome.

I was due to get married elsewhere and was let down by the other venue last minute. My dad and new father in law contacted Glen and his wife Louise. Glen was sat in his hot tub and straight away he agreed to open his hotel to our guests and furthermore between him and his wife Louise, my dad and new father in law they sorted a full reception at their sister hotel (The Queens in Lockerbie). I would thoroughly recommend staying here. Nothing was too much for Glen and his wife, they even shuttled guests down to the other hotel and waited on our guests over and above than what is ever expected. They are amazing people and their hardwork ethic is shown through their hotel which is beautiful. Will return for a stay even though we stay locally and can’t thank them both enough for saving my wedding day (on the day). Me and my wife danielle will be forever grateful to you both.

The hotel room is decorated like a KTV. The location of the hotel is very remote. It does not go into the city. The road to the hotel is blocked by traffic and causes a tire blowout. The road to the hotel is really difficult. The service staff at the hotel are very enthusiastic. The breakfast at the hotel is average. It is generally not recommended to book if you don’t have a car. It is expensive and inconvenient. My friend insisted on making a reservation, but had no choice. Anyway, the way to the hotel felt like driving into a forest. There was no one on the way and the trees were all gloomy. It was difficult to get in. The hotel didn't look like a castle to me, it just kind of looked like it. Not great value for money, other things are fine. The hotel room is really big in the UK. It also has a bathtub and a big toilet. However, the decoration is hard to say like a KTV. It is too big and looks a bit scary. The lobby looks okay during the day, and the hotel entrance is also good. It’s really scary at night~

We loved our two night stay. Wish it had been longer. Family room, two adults, two 12 year olds, ... big clean room. We loved Dumfries... Amanda's traditional breakfast's are full, heartwarming and tasty. It was a freshly cooked breakfast, to order and toast brought to the table. The hotel is less than a ten minute walk to the centre of Dumfries, and there was a so much to do from that starting point. We did lots shopping on the first day as we humoured the girls, .. lots of museums, history and churches on the second day... third day we chilled. Stupidly didn't take many photos as we were busy enjoying ourselves...especially kicking myself for not getting photos at St Michael's...that is one of the most impressive graveyards I have ever visited. The Aberdour is a grand place to stay, loved it. Dumfries is incredible... especially the staff and volunteers in the museum's and visitor attractions. Our favourites were the two smallest... Burns House and Old Bridge House Museum...closely followed by the Graveyard. The shower could have done with a new hose and the head bleached. Was dripping and didn't look sparkly. Needed to address the elephant in the room. Personally I would book before Amanda gets the plumber in... then the hotel will be perfect. There are still good deals available.... but I suspect not for long. Xx