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Reviews of Glenfern Guest House and a separate Cottage with its own private hot tub 3 stars

2 Drumkinnon Road, Balloch, Alexandria, Balloch, G83 8SX, United Kingdom

#8 of 10 B&Bs and Inns in Balloch

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Review score

Based on 464 B&B reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    8.0
    Aside from the very minor issues mentioned I was very happy with my room .
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Upstairs Single Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I could have done with a soap holder in shower for my own soap or shampoo . There was a provided bottle of soap in its own holder but I prefer my own unscented soap. Also there was folding seats in the cupboard but would have preferred a more comfortable small seat. I realise space is priority so may have been more difficult for a bigger seat.

    Friendliness and helpfulness of the owners. Room was clean and nicely decorated and comfortable bed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 4 nights

    location. Value. relaxed atmosphere.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely guest house.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed wasn't very comfortable. Mattress was too soft for us, unfortunately.

    Gorgeous location. Nice and quiet.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    7.0
    Basic but everything needed in good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor communication despite attempts by email and phone to confirm the booking. Staff at accommodation provided no real service. Toilet did not flush efficiently

    Basic but adequate. Everything needed for overnight stay Walking distance to restaurants and shops.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    7.0
    A comfortable stay.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Upstairs Single Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good value, clean and tidy with easy self check-in. The host was very prompt in response to a question I had about the WiFi.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Upstairs Single Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room I was in was small. Bathroom and toilet was tiny. Shower's water pressure was fixed and was relatively low.

    Location is excellent. Decently priced.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely, enjoyable stay. Would stay again and would recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Bedroom Cottage with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The kitchen units are a little tired but it didn't take away from the enjoyment of the weekend.

    Lovely accommodation. The hot tub was wonderful. Comfortable bed and seating. Table and chairs great for dining and a T.V. on the wall. Great storage and kitchen facilities and extra bedding etc. Lovely and quiet.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We have very much enjoyed our 2 nights stay in this cosy guest house.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Twin Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough parking space for all guests. First night was OK but returning from day trip the second eve had to park on the road. This was OK as plenty of space opposite side of the road.

    Room was good plenty of space clean twin room. Very comfy beds. Coffee and tea facilities replenished and cleaned each day. Ensuite shower room was small but very adequate and very clean with good shower. Didn't see owner as initial key entry was a coded key then keys in room so very easy set up. Lovely location and perfect for what we wanted to do. Plenty choice for eating out. 5 minute walk to Loch itself and Balloch station.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We booked the “suite” option, as the other three options on booking.com say in the title “no hot tub” so I assumed, as you would, that the option I had picked would include the hot tub. It does not. It was very misleading and we did not know this until arrival. After arrival we did try and contact both owners via text and call various times with no answer. We did eventually get through to Cathy and she came to the door and advised of no hot tub. The suite itself was lovely, spacious and clean. But still very disappointed as we booked this specific accommodation for the hot tub.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    8.0
    Enjoyed stay although disappointed we did not have what we thought we had booked but not staffs fa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Booked through booking. Com for room with private hot tub thought we had this but found on arrival only 1 private cottage with private hot tub this was booked so had nice double room Booking. Com made it sound as if we had booked room with hot tub the way advert worded

    Friendly staff nice location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I like the fact that it has washing machine as I do a lot of muddy terrains. The location is also key here. Close to bus and train station. They provide generous amount of milk, coffee, and tea as well

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good stay it was quiet clean warm and tidy . Tea or coffee, clean towels linen and hot water . Close to the town couldn't complain one bit . Would definitely stay again .

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Upstairs Single Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bed was not very comfortable

    Host is friendly and helpful! The room was clean and comfortable Great location Short walk from the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    8.0
    Great base for exploring Loch Lomand & the Trossachs national park - or even Glasgow.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room was fine ; clean and comfortable with a good bed. A radiator with its own temperature control allowed us to have as much warmth as we liked. We were happy to find a tea/coffee tray and a kettle. The hosts are lovely people, friendly and helpful - many thanks, Cathy. Balloch has everywhere you need for eating and basic shopping. And of couse, the region is full of interest and beauty.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    9.0
    Good place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Upstairs Single Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ventilation system. But this is quite common for the UK accommodation, I guess.

    The location is good. The room is exactly as posted on the booking website.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could have done with a microwave as described as self catering.

    The ample coffee/tea supplies. Comfy beds.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Double Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillows were too hard ( but can't please everyone) bed comfortable

    The room was lovely & spacious & heating was on for us location was fab

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    8.0
    Great location near bike trails and Loch Lomond
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    kitchen was smaller than expected

    Wonderful staff, very helpful, pefect location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    8.0
    Would stay again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the property to family and friends,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The property was very comfortable, well equipped and in an excellent position for exploring the Loch Lomond area. It was easy to park and the checking in process was also very easy.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    8.0
    Worth a visit
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Easy self-check-in process. Comfortable, clean and well appointed room. Value for money.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    8.0
    Functional room, friendly and flexible staff, does what it says on the tin!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Short walk from the national parks and other lovely places in tow

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Budget Twin Room (No Hot Tub)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I couldn't work out the heating in the room, I text the owner past 9pm and he rang me back immediately. Great service, room was very clean and plenty of supplies for teas/coffee - would recommend!

    Stayed in September 2023

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