Knockinaam Lodge
Where the road ends and the Irish Sea begins, this former Victorian hunting lodge with a private cove is secluded, unapologetically traditional and rich in comforts and good food. More
Good Hotel Guide Review
Where the road ends and the Irish Sea begins, this former Victorian hunting lodge with a private cove is secluded, unapologetically traditional and rich in comforts and good food. ‘A hotel which is very comfortable in its own skin. Not fussy, no piles of coordinating cushions, just very well run,’ reports a fan after their third visit. There are soft carpets, thick floral curtains, a wood-panelled bar and fires in the two lounges. Bedrooms, with sea or garden views, are elegant with pretty patterned wallpapers and fabrics, antiques and good space for armchairs. Some have a window seat, one a tester bed, another views from the bathtub; all have a bath as well as shower. ‘Excellent and imaginative’ menus highlight seafood and local farm produce and might include grilled salted cod, roast Galloway lamb with rosemary jus, and an ‘amazing strawberry soufflé’. Most of the fruit and vegetables are home-grown. Expect sustaining breakfasts with Galloway kippers, kidneys and bacon on the menu. In the summer, guests can dine outdoors. ‘Fantastic stay, staff were attentive. We will definitely go back.’ (Caroline Thomson, WR, and others)
Hotel details
Address
Portpatrick
Dumfries and Galloway
DG9 9AD
Scotland
Telephone
01776 810471
Bedrooms
12. 2 in self-catering lodge overlooking beach.
Open
all year.
Facilities
2 lounges, bar, restaurant, alfresco dining, in-room TV (Freeview), wedding facilities, 20-acre grounds (garden, beach), EV charging, public areas wheelchair accessible.
Background music
in restaurant in evening.
Children
all ages welcomed, under-12s extra bed £60 including high tea, 12 and over £130 including dinner, no under-12s in dining room.
Dogs
in some bedrooms (£30 per stay), in grounds, not in public rooms.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
D,B&B doubles from £370, singles from £215. Set lunch £42 (Sun £37). 1-night bookings refused on certain weekends, Christmas, New Year.
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Special offers
Summer Special Offer
Throughout July, the hotel is offering £100 off all 2 night stays & £200 off all 3 night stays. Whilst staying, the hotel is gifting free entry to the fantastic local gardens and attractions: Glenwhan, Castle Kennedy, Logan Botanic Gardens or Logan Fishpond are all definitely worth a visit. All room rates include Chef Tony’s 7 Courses of Tasting Menu Dinner, inspired by local produce from the hotel’s very own garden. Currently picked daily: Artichokes. Fennel, Epicure potatoes, Asparagus, Strawberries, Gooseberries, Salad (endive, radicchio, mixed lettuces spring onions), Micro herbs, Peas, Broad beans, Horseradish, Rhubarb, Courgettes, Fresh herbs, Wild Garlic & Chard. Menu: Canapes, Starter Course, Fish Course, Main Course, Pre-Dessert, Dessert or Cheese, Coffee & Petit Fours. Please mention the Good Hotel Guide when booking.
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