Royal Golf Hotel (Dornoch, Scotland): See 63 Reviews and 60 Photos

Address: The First Tee, Dornoch IV25 3LG, Scotland

Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Scottish Highlands > Caithness and Sutherland > Dornoch

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

Ranked #1 of 5 hotels in Dornoch

Price range (per night): S$223 - 466

Hotel Class:4 star (4*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: The Royal Golf Hotel,recently re-opened under private ownership,is perfectly situated overlooking the first tee of Royal Dornoch Golf Course, the 16th best golf course in the world. All 22 bedrooms are en-suite and furnished to a high standard, most having superb views across the golf course and the Dornoch Firth beyond. Free internet access. The Conservatory Restaurant serves locally sourced,fresh seasonal food in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. ... more less

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feffster

Senior Contributor

30 reviews

5 hotel reviews

Reviews in 14 cities

30 helpful votes

“Almost there...”

Reviewed 6 May 2013

Nice staff, beautiful view, warm and welcoming hotel. Starters were delicious. Chicken caeser main was perfect, but could have done with a bit of veg to go with the Cajun chicken. The white wine was warm which I loathe. We would definitely return though as the prices were very reasonable, despite a few small tweaks needed.

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Dear Feffster, Thank you for your kind words following your recent vist to The Royal Golf Hotel. I regret that your glass of wine was insufficiently chilled - this is a pet hate of mine too and is most definately something that should not have happened. I hope you mentioned it at the time so we could put this right... More

Marilyn R

St Andrews, United Kingdom

24 reviews

10 hotel reviews

Reviews in 11 cities

11 helpful votes

“Highland Heaven”

Reviewed 30 April 2013

Came on a golf break and stayed at this hotel. From the start, it was amazing. The receptionist could not do enough for us...thank you, Gayle. She even brought in some gel from home for my sore back. The hotel is so comfortable and spotless. We ate in the restaurant where the food and service were both excellent! The views... More

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Dear Marilyn R, Thank you for taking the time to post your review on tripadvisor following your recent stay at The Royal Golf Hotel. I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay and I hope your back is fully recovered and feeling better. I look forward to welcoming you to The Royal Golf again in the near future. Kind Regards,... More

SaraNoel

Reviewer

3 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

1 helpful vote

“Golfers' paradise in the Scottish Highlands”

Reviewed 27 April 2013

The room keying is a golf ball, the (free) wifi password is a famous golfer and our room had a fantastic view over the famous and beautiful Royal Dornoch golf course. Plus the first tee and clubhouse are just metres away. The sun was shining and my other half was like a kid on Christmas Eve, looking forward to his... More

Dear SaraNoel, Thank you very much for posting such a complimentary view on tripadvisor following your recent stay at The Royal Golf Hotel. I am naturally delighted that you both enjoyed your visit to Dornoch and the hotel. Sixteen of our bathrooms were reburbished in January 2012 and have definately enhanced guest comfort and experience. It is very pleasing to... More

Dean9962

Contributor

18 reviews

9 hotel reviews

Reviews in 10 cities

8 helpful votes

“Fantastic service”

Reviewed 22 April 2013 via mobile

Stayed here again recently and every time it's a treat. The welcome by Gail and Siobhan at reception was warm and genuinely friendly and tHey made check in super easy for me and my golfing guests. Mine host Cameron once again provided excellent service attending to everyone's needs in the bar and restaurant and his efforts couldn't be faulted. This... More

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Dear Dean9962, Thank you very much for posting your review following your recent stay at The Royal Golf Hotel. It was a pleasure having your group stay with us. It is very nice that you gave Gail and Siobhan a special mention, I am sure they will take great encouragement from your kind words. Cameron too was delighted with your... More

mm2862_10

Nebraska

Reviews in 2 cities

2 helpful votes

“Home In the Highlands”

Reviewed 1 March 2013

I stayed here twice in 2012 as a new overseas member of Royal Dornoch. Absolutely loved the place and the location cannot be beat. The restaurant and bar cannot be beat. Great hospitality and great food! Love the local seafood in particular. Tried to stay here in May with my nephew and brother in law. Shocked they were fully booked... More

Dear mm2862_10, Thank you posting your complimentary review on tripadvisor very recently. I am really sorry to hear that you are unable to book rooms with us for your desired dates in May. Please contact me directly via the hotel e-mail and I will endevour to accommodate you if at all possible. With only 22 bedrooms it can be frustrating... More

Eider

Aberlady

Senior Reviewer

6 reviews

3 hotel reviews

“Great hospitality from a great bar man.”

Reviewed 22 December 2012

A bunch of stayed for a couple of nights at the end of October on a golfing trip. What a great location. The staff were all ver friendly, great waitresses at breakfast and a superb bar man in the evening. We ate one night and the food was good, bill was a little heavy but the wine ordered was brought... More

Dear Eider, Thank you for your kind comments following your stay here at the end of October. I am delighted you all enjoyed your stay and our superb location. I hope you can make it up here again in 2013. We are still running our Highland Stay and Play package from 7th October to 23rd November 2013 which may be... More

Jim F

Houston

2 reviews

“great place”

Reviewed 22 November 2012

Loved this place. We found the staff helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable and spacious. Had the third floor room overlooking golf course and awoke to the great view. Food was good. The bar was a great place to spend the evening sampling various flavors.

Dear Jim F, Thank you very much for taking the time to post your kind review on tripadvisor recently following your stay at the hotel. It sounds like you stayed in one of our Suites on the top floor with their magnificent views across the golf course and Dornoch Firth beyond. Naturally I am delighted you enjoyed your visit and... More

MorrisEdward

Monmouthshire

Top Contributor

78 reviews

31 hotel reviews

Reviews in 49 cities

29 helpful votes

“Probably better if you're a golfer”

Reviewed 16 November 2012

We declined the first room we were offered as it was a ground floor and a small double. We paid more for an upgrade and were given one of the penthouse rooms. Fine views of the bay but disturbing when the ground staff set to to mow the greens and fairways at the crack of dawn. Restaurant was fine. Didn't... More

Dear Morris Edward, Thank you for taking the time to post your review following your brief stay at The Royal Golf Hotel, Dornoch. When you say in the title 'Probably better if you are a golfer', - what do you mean ? If you refer to the fact that we are located only a matter of yards from the first... More

Glen_10

Elgin - Scotland

15 reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

“Jewel in Dornoch's Crown”

Reviewed 10 November 2012

On arrival at the Hotel we were greeted by friendly reception staff and shown to our room. First impressions count and we were surprised at the quality of the room, fixtures & fittings, the entire hotel is sparklingly clean and has a very homely feel. Contemporary & modern in feel. We attended a function out with the hotel and were... More

Dear Glen_10, Many thanks for your complimentary comments following your recent stay at our hotel. Yes it is a shame you could not get the opportunity to dine in the Conservatory Restaurant with its stunning views across the golf course and dornoch firth beyond. Based in Elgin you really must come back up for a weekend break next season and... More

intertravel55

Interlaken, Switzerland

7 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

3 helpful votes

“One of the best.”

Reviewed 24 October 2012

It was our third time at the Royal Golf Hotel. Again everything was absolutely perfect. The staff at the reception is very helpful and friendly. The rooms are beautiful and very clean. Many of them have a great view to the 1st hole of the golf course. The rooms are well equipped. The food at the restaurant is very good... More

Dear intertravel55, Many thanks for posting your very complimentary review on tripadvisor following your recent stay here. I am delighted that you once again enjoyed your visit to Dornoch and The Royal Golf Hotel. The team will take great encouragement from your kind comments. I look forward to seeing you again in the not too distant future. Kind Regards, Robert... More

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