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MacKay's Rooms and Restaurant

Durness IV27 4PN , Scotland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013
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Axbridge
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35 reviews 35 reviews
16 hotel reviews
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

We spent 3 nights at this small hotel in the remote northwest of Scotland. Our room, no 5, was down a rather dark corridor but worth the walk! It was a large room with 6ft bed and leather sofa and nice bathroom.( Warning---The toilet was somewhat high off the ground, so folk with short legs beware!) Unfortunately the window was... More

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Horsham, United Kingdom
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013 via mobile

By far the nicest place we stayed in on a recent two week tour of Scotland. Other hotels in Scotland should come and see how it should be done. Lots of little things that make the difference when staying away from home had all been thought of. Staying for three nights we were delighted to see that the menu changed... More

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Sydney
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

This was by far the best place we stayed at in Scotland, in what appears to be a totally unappreciated and relatively unknown corner of the country. While the hotel does not necessarily have views itself, it is in a great location, a short walk to the beach, a short drive to see the sunset or down to the ferry... More

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Leven
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

Had lunch here last week, having been aware of it for ages, but it's not exactly on our doorstep. We were not disappointed and enjoyed a tasty lunch in comfy surroundings. Friendly staff looked after us well, and the North of Scotland is lucky to have places like this in the back of beyond striving to give tourists a bit... More

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Perth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

This is a lovely boutique hotel which is far superior to how it's title sounds. Delightful and spacious room ( No 4), spotlessly clean, warm and comfortable, and with the crispest of sheets. The interior design of the hotel is superb and with a colour scheme that reflects the feel of the surrounding countryside. The attention to detail all over... More

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Kingston
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

If you are looking for a stylish hotel, comfort and fine dining then this hotel is well worth paying for. It seems extraordinary to find this level of quality at the furthest corner of Scotland and at the end of winding single track roads. We stayed here overnight about 10 years ago and always said we would return, so planned... More

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fiona m, Owner at MacKay's Rooms and Restaurant, responded to this review
31 May 2013

Thank-You, Thank-You, Thank-You for taking the time to write such a fantastic revew. We look foward to having you back to stay soon More

Perth, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

£8.50 for the starter which comprised of: 1 potato scone 1 piece of black pudding 1 egg total cost of ingredients- being generous £1.30? When the meager main course portions were revealed a requested portion of chips was turned down with "we don't serve chips" ( a bit of good old fashioned anti chip snobbery going on there), however we... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

We enjoyed Mackays the last time we were in Durness 10 years ago. This time we were totally disappointed. Pretentious, overpriced, and understaffed. And the food--we both had pork--was dry and under-seasoned. Do yourself a favor and have some fresh haddock from Sango Sands Pub instead.

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fiona m, Owner at MacKay's Rooms and Restaurant, responded to this review
31 May 2013

I am so sorry you did not enjoy your meal with us at Mackays. It is really disappointing to read your review. We were (to my knowledge) not made aware of your disatisfaction or indeed given the chance to rectify the situation. We work tirelessly to provide the very best of local food and hospitality. We have had excellent feedback... More

bristol, uk
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34 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 via mobile

We were staying nearby in campervans so it was great to come to the restaurant here for a posh meal to finish our holiday. The warm fire was very welcome as it was very cold with a north wind outside. Pre dinner drinks warmed us up then we all had the fantastic lamb main course washed down with the delicious... More

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Mirfield
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4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

A fabulous small hotel. Very friendly staff, nothing too much trouble. Very good sized room, well appointed and comfortable. Great 9 hole Golf course nearby, well worth the visit with it's beautiful views. Eating was a pleasure at this hotel. Highly recommended.

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Also Known As:
Mackays Rooms Hotel
Mackays Rooms Durness
Address: Durness IV27 4PN , Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Scottish Highlands > Caithness and Sutherland > Durness
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