Belgrave Arms Hotel Helmsdale, Helmsdale
About the Hotel
Belgrave Arms Hotel is a family-run accommodation set in Helmsdale, Scotland. It is recognized for its homemade food and warm hospitality, contributing to its local reputation. The hotel serves as a convenient base for travelers exploring the scenic North Coast 500 route. Guests can engage in traditional Scottish activities such as fishing, nature walks, and whale watching.
Location
Belgrave Arms Hotel is situated on the eastern coast of Sutherland in Helmsdale, an area known for its stunning coastal scenery. It is approximately 37 miles from Wick John O'Groats Airport, making it accessible for travelers. The hotel is close to various local attractions, including the Timespan Museum and Arts Centre and the River Helmsdale, enhancing the visitor experience.
Rooms
The hotel offers a variety of accommodations, including en-suite guest rooms with baths or showers. Most rooms boast spectacular views of the Scottish scenery. Additional amenities include tea and coffee making facilities, color televisions, and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms also feature shared bathroom facilities for added versatility.
Eat & Drink
Belgrave Arms Hotel features an on-site restaurant that showcases local cuisine, serving breakfast, bar lunches, and evening meals. Guests can enjoy a complimentary full breakfast as part of their stay. The bar area offers a range of spirits, allowing guests to relax with a drink or complement their meals with malt whiskey. Room service is also available for convenience.
Leisure & Business
Guests can enjoy leisure activities such as darts or relax in the shared lounge and garden area. The hotel provides amenities like free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a children’s playground. Free self-parking is available for those traveling by car. The staff emphasizes hygiene with sanitizing points throughout the property.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Golf course
- Pool tables
- Darts
- Squash
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Board games
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers a stunning location for exploring the 'real' north of Scotland, with great atmosphere and brilliant service. However, the room pillows were very old and uncomfortable, impacting the overall experience.
The hotel offers a mixed experience with nice room amenities but lacks in the pillow quality department. The excellent tea and coffee facilities in the room help balance out the negatives. The service was top-notch, creating a wonderful stay atmosphere, especially noted for handling late check-ins exceptionally. The location is ideal for exploring the 'real' north of Scotland, though can be noisy due to nearby road traffic. Dining options were satisfactory, particularly for guests with biking plans. Overall, the hotel provides a comfortable stay with some areas for improvement.
I had a last-minute stay in one of the 4-bed rooms. The hotel still needs some work on the rooms, but overall, they met our needs, and the breakfast was fresh and cooked just as we liked it.
