Description
DUNOON & ISLE OF BUTE 5 DAYS - SELBORNE HOTEL
Dunoon is splendidly situated on the western shores of the Firth of Clyde, where Loch Long and Holy Loch join the sea. It boasts some lovely gardens, two bays, and a flat promenade - perfect for that most traditional of seaside occupations, strolling along the prom! There is a modern indoor swimming pool with sauna, bowling greens and tennis courts and both 9 and 18 hole golf courses. There is also a cinema and in the season, entertainment at the Queens Hall. Within just a few miles is some of Scotland's most spectacular mountain scenery in the Argyll Forest Park. The journeys along Loch Eck and to Colintraive are amongst the most memorable anywhere in Scotland and we also include a visit to Oban, capital of the west coast, with its busy port and shopping centre.
Itinerary
Holiday Itinerary
FIVE DAY (FOUR NIGHT) TOUR
EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
Full Day Excursion to Oban,
the principal town on the west coast and port for many of the ferry services to the Hebridean Islands. En route we pass Inveraray, seat of the Dukes of Argyll, Loch Awe and the remarkable Falls of Lora.
Full Day Excursion to the Isle of Bute
Today's journey takes us to Colintraive and then via a short ferry crossing to the Isle of Bute. We continue to its capital, the resort of Rothesay. This peaceful island is home to a rich heritage, contrasting landscapes and seascapes and unrivalled panoramic views.
Note: It is possible to join this tour as an en route departure from Chester-le-Street and Newcastle-upon-Tyne, thereby avoiding the feeder service.
Venue Information
Selborne Hotel
Superbly situated looking south across the Clyde with pleasant lawns reaching down to the promenade and water's edge. All the public rooms and many of the bedrooms offer uninterrupted views of the river which is a constant source of interest. Ground floor areas include a TV lounge, bar lounge with dance floor, quiet lounge and games room.
Selborne hotel has 98 bedrooms with central heating and private bath or shower and WC. All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, hair dryer and TV with radio channels. Entertainment is provided most evenings in the bar lounge. The lift serves almost all rooms.
Note for clients with a mobility impairment: this hotel has twelve ground floor bedrooms. There is level access to the bar, restaurant, lounges and all ground floor rooms from Reception and the main entrance. Bedroom floors have small changes of level and are served by the lift to the half landing. The third floor rooms in a section of the hotel are not served by the lift. Please ensure you submit a Special Needs form if you are mobility impaired