| some have water views. a classic restaurant looks out on the river clyde, serves local cuisine and has a cosy bar. there's also evening entertainment, and whisky tastings can be arranged in the whisky cellar. bright rooms feature en suite bathrooms with heated towel rails, tea and coffeemaking facilities, free wifi and flat-screens. 2 miles from the mclean museum and art gallery. overlooking dunoon's west bay and a 6-minute walk from the queens hall comedy club, this waterfront hotel is 9. other amenities include event space and free parking. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. a sunroom provides garden views. kids age 12 and under stay free when sharing their parents' room
Edinburgh Airport 2 hr 15
Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park (1 hr 51)
Countryside with marked walking and cycling trails, ruins of a Gothic church and outdoor activities. Holy Loch (9 min)
Marina and history Benmore Botanic Garden (14 min)
Sprawling 120-acre collection of plants, notably rhododendrons, plus redwoods & scenic views. Lyle Hill (58 min)
Elevated point offering vistas of the river & town, plus a memorial honoring French forces of WWII. Lunderston Bay (53 min)
Sandy estuary beach offering rock pools, restrooms & biking & walking routes. Rothesay Castle (1 hr 16)
Circular castle ruin and moat with Stewart kings displays in the restored great hall gatehouse. Pucks Glen (13 min)
Forest, park, and hiking Loch Eck (41 min)
Hiking trails & hillside caves around a lake & reservoir where anglers catch salmon & native powan. Lunderston Bay (51 min)
Adventure and beach Loch Long (1 hr 17)
Tranquil lake retreat offering camping & fishing spots, trails & popular scuba-diving sites. Castle House Museum (6 min) Newark Castle (1 hr 9) Mount Stuart (1 hr 28)
A 19th-century mansion with extravagant interiors and expansive landscaped and wild gardens. | 
