
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence

Rooms
8.5Rooms are generally described as comfortable and well-decorated, though there were mentions of issues with some beds.
Cleanliness
8.5Most reviews highlighted cleanliness as being very good, though some mentioned issues related to noise affecting experience.
Location
9.5Reviewers frequently noted the great location, close to central amenities and attractions.




What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
The compared hotels differ by 0.93 km.
The Royal Hotel: 0.19 km (0.12 mi)
The Swan Inn: 1.1 km (0.70 mi)
The Thistle
8.2/10The Royal Hotel
9/10Craignelder Hotel
9/10The Swan Inn
8.1/10The Thistle
7.9Some guests found rooms to be cold or small; thus, a slightly lower rating.
The Royal Hotel
8.5Rooms are generally described as comfortable and well-decorated, though there were mentions of issues with some beds.
Craignelder Hotel
8.2Some rooms are smaller and in need of updates, but overall comfortable.
The Swan Inn
7.5Mixed feedback on comfort and issues like odor and mattress quality.
The Thistle
8.2Most reviews mention the cleanliness of the rooms, indicating a positive sentiment.
The Royal Hotel
8.5Most reviews highlighted cleanliness as being very good, though some mentioned issues related to noise affecting experience.
Craignelder Hotel
8.2The hotel was clean and fresh based on multiple positive mentions.
The Swan Inn
7.5Clean rooms mentioned, but recurring issues with mold and lack of housekeeping noted.
The Thistle
8.4Guests appreciated the convenient location, especially for ferry access.
The Royal Hotel
9.5Reviewers frequently noted the great location, close to central amenities and attractions.
Craignelder Hotel
9.2Great location with proximity to the ferry terminal and the sea front.
The Swan Inn
8.5Close to seafront and restaurants, very convenient for guests.
The Thistle
8.5Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful service from the staff.
The Royal Hotel
9.5Numerous reviews praised the attentive and friendly staff, contributing positively to the guest experience.
Craignelder Hotel
9.7Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
The Swan Inn
9.0Staff praised for being lovely and friendly across multiple reviews.
The Thistle
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8.1No specific comments on food and beverage, aligning with the overall rating.
The Royal Hotel
8.5Food received positive feedback in some reviews, but absence of full dining services was noted.
Craignelder Hotel
9.2Food quality was frequently praised, with dinner and breakfast highlighted.
The Swan Inn
8.0Positive feedback on bar food quality but limited breakfast options.
The Thistle
8.1Basic amenities were noted, although some guests had minor complaints.
The Royal Hotel
8.5Some amenities were noted, but limited breakfast options affected the score.
Craignelder Hotel
9.2Well-equipped bar and restaurant; the breakfast was highly appreciated.
The Swan Inn
8.0Reasonable availability of services; however, breakfast options limited.
The Thistle
8.3Positive sentiments about value for what was paid were expressed in multiple reviews.
The Royal Hotel
9.5Many comments indicated that the hotel offers great value, especially for a short stay.
Craignelder Hotel
9.2Guests expressed that the food and accommodations offered excellent value.
The Swan Inn
8.4Generally good value, although some feel pricing was inconsistent.
The Thistle
War MemorialThe Royal Hotel
Castle of St JohnCraignelder Hotel
WatermarkThe Swan Inn
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