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The Rocks

Marine Road, Dunbar EH42 1AR, Scotland
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The Rocks
Ranked #3 of 7 Dunbar B&B and Inns
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Gloucester, United Kingdom
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36 reviews 36 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

You get what you pay for. If I was rating this in the same vein that I rate some of the city hotels I stay in, this would not get four; but that's not a criticism, it's merely a statement to not expect The Scotsman, or even a Holiday Inn. Perhaps that's stating the obvious, but the rooms are very... More

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Newcastle upon Tyne
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14 hotel reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

We got married in Dunbar last month, and our reception was held at The Rocks. We also stayed over for a couple of nights with a few family members. The whole event could not have gone better; thanks in the main to wonderful and personal service from Jim, Jamie and the rest of the team. The positive Rocks experience commenced... More

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Hartlepool, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Where do I start, we visited as a family of six, including my 84 year old in laws. Superb and attentive staff who knew just when to fade into the background. Food was faultless and every course was up to par. Our first visit was for lunch on a quiet Tuesday afternoon, we were so impressed we returned on the... More

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Dunfermline, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

My fiance and I were staying at the caravan site and were recommended to go to the Rocks for a meal by a shop owner who always took his girlfriend there, so we went for lunch. A friendly welcome awaited us as soon as we entered, we were shown to our table and given the menus and asked if we... More

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Stayed at The Rocks for just one night whilst en route from Scotland to England. This proved to be an excellent stopover point having booked two twin rooms for myself and fellow colleagues. Although we arrived on busy Saturday evening, when the bar and restaurant were at full stretch, we were made to feel very welcome and were allocated our... More

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Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

My husband and I went to The Rocks due to it's good local reputation whilst on a break at Dunbar for the weekend. We had a table on Saturday 4th May at 7.30. The place was really busy and noisy-no ambience. The decor is very pub-like, but not awful, although the furnishings are a little tired.On the upside, the view... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013 via mobile

Location could not be beaten! Until you tasted the food! Supported by excellent choice of wines, staff very helpful and would recommend to anyone! Rooms could be updated a bit but nonetheless they are clean and tidy. The front of the hotel has a small beer garden and overlooks the shore which is to die for!

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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23 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Stayed here on a recent trip to Dunbar, the staff were very helpfull even though the place was very busy. There was a small mix up on the booking, we'd booked a double but when given the room key it turned out to be a twin when this was raised with the young lad who dealt with us he was... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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3 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

The food was amazing and the service was good - I would highly recommend dining there. The restaurant was fully booked for evening meals all weekend, which seems an indication of its excellence - I'd recommend booking in advance. The restaurant is undoubtedly the primary focus of the hotel, with lodgings taking a backseat. The hotel is very much a... More

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Edinburgh
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

We eat at the Rocks, on average, about 15 times a year and it has never let us down. Food is consistently good and service is fabulous. I have not reviewed the Rocks for a very long time and yet it's our local eatery so I thought it was about time to do so. Jim and his team are simply... More

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Additional Information about The Rocks

Also Known As:
The Rocks Hotel
The Rocks Hotel Dunbar
Address: Marine Road, Dunbar EH42 1AR, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > East Lothian > Dunbar
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 7 B&Bs / Inns in Dunbar
Price range (per night): S$84 - 150

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