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About the Hotel

105 Edinburgh Road, Dumfries, United Kingdom

Rivendell is a distinctive Charles Rennie Mackintosh inspired Arts and Crafts Mansion dating from 1924. Situated less than 2 km from the town centre of Dumfries, it provides easy access to local historical attractions. With an emphasis on maintaining its original character, the property offers quality accommodation amidst beautiful gardens. The hotel is an ongoing project, with continuous improvements aimed at enhancing guest experiences.

Location

Conveniently located, Rivendell is just a short walk from Dumfries’s town centre, where a variety of shops, pubs, and restaurants can be found. The property allows easy access to local attractions including the Robert Burns Centre and Museum. The beautiful Solway Coast and Southern Upland Hills are reachable within a 20-minute drive.

Rooms

Each large, luxurious en suite bedroom is uniquely decorated with genuine antiques that reflect the house's age and style. Guestrooms include modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffee/tea facilities. Superior rooms are available, featuring four-poster beds and arrangements for family rooms. Many rooms provide tranquil views of the gardens or surroundings.

Eat & Drink

Rivendell offers a complimentary full breakfast, featuring choices from a traditional Scottish breakfast to lighter options. The chef accommodates early risers by serving breakfast at convenient times. Guests can enjoy a range of teas and coffees in the comfort of their rooms during their stay.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides secure storage for cyclists, golfers, and walkers, making it ideal for those participating in local outdoor activities. Guests can explore world-class biking trails or participate in fishing and golfing in the nearby areas. Rivendell also features beautiful gardens, providing a tranquil place to relax after a day of activities.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Garden view

Shower

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Dumfries 1.3 km

Airports

Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 61.3 km

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK) 103.4 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

The room was impressively spacious and beautifully maintained, providing a very comfortable stay.view full review

Clean and Spacious

The shared bathroom was surprisingly large, exceptionally clean, and well-maintained, making it a pleasant experience.view full review

Delicious Breakfast

The breakfast room was bright and inviting, with an excellent selection of fresh and tasty options to start the day.view full review

Easy Parking Access

Parking was conveniently located, making it a breeze to check in and out without any stress.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

105 Edinburgh Road, Dumfries, United Kingdom

Map view

street view

105 Edinburgh Road, Dumfries, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Farm

Dalscone Farm Fun

1.4 km

Museum

Robert Burns House

2.0 km

The Observatory

Dumfries and Camera Obscura

2.1 km

Gallery

Gracefield Arts Centre

1.9 km

Museum

Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum

2.2 km

St Michael's Bridge Road

Dock Park

2.3 km

Abbey Lane

Lincluden Collegiate Church

1.5 km

101 George Street

Peter Pan Moat Brae Trust

1.6 km

Church

St Michael's and South Parish Church

1.9 km

Robert Burns Centre Mill Road

Robert Burns Centre

2.0 km

Bridge

Dumfries Old Bridge

1.8 km

Carrutherstown Dumfries

Hetland Garden Centre

2.3 km

Eastpark Farm

WWT Caerlaverock Wetland Centre

2.1 km

Mill Road at the far end of Devorgillas Bridge

Old Bridge House Museum

2.1 km

St Marys Street

St Cuthberts Parish Church

990 m

The Arched House

Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

2.1 km

St Michael's Church

Robert Burns Mausoleum

2.3 km

Dumfries, Church Crescent

1.5 km

Dumfries War Memorial

1.1 km

St John's Scottish Episcopal Church

1.2 km

Burns Street

River Nith

2.0 km

Ellisland Farm

1.2 km

Art object

Burns Statue

1.5 km

Between the villages of Holywood and Newbridge Near Dumfries

Twelve Apostles Stone Circle

2.3 km

St Mary's Greyfriars Church

1.3 km

Odeon Dumfries

1.6 km

Forest

Mabie Forest

1.9 km

Hollands Farm Road Caerlaverock

Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve

1.9 km

Nearby

Golf Course

Dumfries and County Golf Club

170 m

1153 Atc Squadron Dumfries

420 m

Restaurants

Casa Mia

1.6 km

53 Nunholm Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

peaceful location

noisy room location

unexpected room intrusion

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.5

Location

8.8

Service

8.0

Dining

7.5

Alan

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.0/10

The hotel was convenient for exploring Dumfries, with a short walk to town yet peaceful surroundings. The friendly service made our stay stress-free, but the room location by the entrance was a bit noisy at times. The dining experience offered a tasty breakfast selection, although the unexpected room intrusion by housekeeping was a negative surprise.

Rooms

7.0

The room, though accessible from outside, was a bit too close to the entrance resulting in noise from other guests' comings and goings. It lacked seating other than a single dining chair.

Service

8.0

The staff went above and beyond to assist with late check-in, ensuring a relaxing stay. However, there was a disruptive incident with housekeeping during checkout.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal, close to Dumfries attractions and a convenient walk to town with shops and restaurants. Just a mile from the city center, it offered both peace and accessibility.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was enjoyable with a non-greasy cooked breakfast option. The pre-order checklist was a convenient touch for quick service.

Facilities

The hotel provided good dining options and convenient access to services; however, the unexpected room intrusion affected the overall experience.

friendly staff

noisy room location

Philip

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were fantastic, spacious, clean, and the bed was really comfortable, but they lacked privacy for the windows and were freezing cold at times. The bathroom was modern, which was a nice contrast to the antique style of the room.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were fantastic, bed really comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was warm, friendly, and extremely helpful. The waitress at breakfast was welcoming and tried to assist with internet issues. They provided great recommendations for local attractions and dining options.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, nice and quiet at night, within close proximity to the town center. Easy walk to town with varied restaurants nearby.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was amazing with beautifully presented meals and tasty dishes. Freshly made breakfast with lovely touches like shaped tomatoes and mushrooms cooked in butter.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers standard facilities, but the dining room was impeccably clean and the French patisseries were a delightful treat.

Paul

United States, August 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and provided excellent value for money. The location was convenient for exploring the town, and the serene surroundings added to the experience. However, the dining options left much to be desired with lackluster quality. The service was efficient and polite, ensuring a stress-free stay.

Rooms

8.0

I found the room to be very clean and comfy, located at the rear of the property where I could enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature.

Service

9.0

The staff went out of their way to ensure my late arrival was hassle-free, which made my stay much more relaxing before my work function. They were efficient and pleasant throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal, within walking distance to the town center and close to a lovely cycle path for a refreshing morning run.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing as the quality of the food was not up to par. However, the staff was friendly and accommodating.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay, though nothing particularly outstanding.

Kevin

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.0/10

My stay at the Rivendell was a mix of coziness and noise. The room was huge and cozy with a lovely fireplace, but the sash windows let in a lot of road noise. The location was great for easy access to roads going out of town, next to a cycle path perfect for morning runs. Service was a bit lacking with no onsite staff during check-in, but the breakfast was ample. Overall, a comfortable stay with a few hiccups.

Rooms

7.0

The room was comfy and clean, but the windows were in very bad shape. Being on the ground floor next to the front door made it quite noisy with gravel drive and path sounds and front door banging.

Service

6.0

Service seemed friendly enough, but the lack of onsite staff during check-in was inconvenient. My son felt uneasy about the situation.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location on the outskirts of town was good for our needs, close to the A75 for easy travel. However, it resulted in early morning noise from staff preparing breakfast.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was good with plenty of choices, but other dining options were limited. Homemade soups were a nice touch.

Facilities

7.0