Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.4 (1572 reviews)
The Crichton Bankend Road , Dumfries , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Good location
Great breakfast
Cons:
Limited dinner options
A bit out of the way
High prices for condition

Categories

Cleanliness
8.93
Most reviews emphasized a high level of cleanliness and maintenance throughout the hotel.
Service
8.7
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, though some reviews noted delays in service.
Location
8.94
The hotel is praised for its beautiful location and convenience to nearby attractions.
Room Quality
8.09
Rooms are described as comfortable and spacious, though there were some concerns about tired furniture.
Amenities
7.92
Some amenities noted, but guests requested more, particularly in the bar area.
Value for Money
7.88
Several guests indicated that prices seemed high for the room condition.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Breakfast received high praise, but dinner service was criticized at times.
Overall Experience
8.3
Highlighted the overall enjoyment of the stay despite a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:32

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just 1.6 miles south of Dumfries, Holiday Inn Dumfries offers easy access to local attractions like Sweetheart Abbey and Threave Castle.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each spacious room at Holiday Inn Dumfries provides a view of the vibrant garden, along with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities, and a work desk. The en suite bathroom ensures a relaxing stay with a bath, shower, and complimentary toiletries.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a variety of dishes made from locally-sourced ingredients at the on-site restaurant, or enjoy a coffee or cocktail at the Elizabeth Lounge. The full bar menu, featuring a range of malt whiskies, adds to the dining experience.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Dumfries now for a memorable and enjoyable experience!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: RMI

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1572 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.93
Service: 8.7
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 8.09
Amenities: 7.92
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Maxine couple gb
7
Not impressed
Pros:

Only the breakfast staff

Cons:

I thought it was dated and smelt

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Alexis solo_traveller gb
10
Exceeded expectations
Pros:

Really impressed by the grounds and facilities. Would definitely stay again!

Cons:

Even though we'd booked dinner, bed and breakfast there weren't many times available in the restaurant. It would be helpful to know when booking that we needed to book a time in the restaurant.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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ben solo_traveller gb
5
Very mixed.
Pros:

Room size was good and the bathroom had a seperate bath and shower cubicle.
Paid £197 for one night stay which included breakfast and 3 course evening meal for two adults and one child.
Paying upfront for the evening meal was worth it because it worked out to £10, pp, where as the 3 course meal is £30pp if you turn up and pay the restaurant separately.
Katie, Mary and one other waitress in the restaurant were really nice (missed her name)
Damien on reception in the morning was pleasant.

Cons:

Lady on reception desk was a little miserable (name badge a little obscured so couldn't see it properly)

She was eating in the office when we arrived, told us that we needed to go for dinner right away (around 6pm) because at 7pm there were 2 coach loads of people arriving for dinner and it would be too busy. A little irritating because I called the day before to ask if booking was needed and was told no.

We went to dump our bags in our room and found it had only been set for 2 people.
Just the 2 towels and sofa bed not made up for our daughter. Not a problem as we were going for dinner. I told the reception staff who proceeded to tell me she would do it when she could, she was really busy because she was the only person working and was floating between reception and the restaurant as well as doing all the other things...
Not impressed with the attitude.

We had room 202 which is labeled as an executive room/suite but unfortunately is right next to the fire exit door and lift area. This means all you can hear is constant banging when people open and close the door both late in the evening (past 11pm) and well before 7am.

The food wasn't the best, but for what we paid it was ok. Kids meal was pretty beige.

Hugely different to the Chatham/Rochester Hotel we stayed in less than a week earlier. Being the same hotel chain, similar service was expected but this one didn't quite cut it sadly.
Room was really tired too and quite a bit of dust in places especially around the sofa bed.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Philip couple gb
8
Perfect location for us nice area
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Restaurant and bar slightly more expensive than similar venues

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Rosemary family_with_children gb
10
The nearest welcoming hotel to Crichton Park parkrun.
Pros:

A friendly, chatty and personable welcome upon arrival. Reason for choosing this place to stay on the Friday night was to run the Crichton Park parkrun in the morning; the start was right outside the back door. Electric fan available in our room as during heatwave. Paper map given to us to help navigate an hours walking route through the extensive grounds of rock garden, rose garden and beyond to the River Nith. Very clean and comfortable bed. Such a good experience, we’ll be back to stay and run the very friendly parkrun again. Flexible late checkout of 12 noon.

Cons:

Nothing. Good memories.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
8
Comfortable/ pleasant meals were very nice
Pros:

Very nice enjoyable

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Bruce family_with_children gb
10
Awesome place to stay
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

The kids loved it but wanted a pool or table tennis table! Little bit noisy room to room m. Some rude Scot called our room phone to complain about the noise but we were asleep! Kinda crazy

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Andrea solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Staff wonderful. Nice big room and clean

Cons:

No fridge as room so big it could be accomodated but no big deal

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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François family_with_children fr
9
Pros:

Emplacement très sympathique, chambre au calme, literie très confortable.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Reto family_with_children ch
5
Nice & good Restaurant
Pros:

Clean & nice area

Cons:

One room with broken AC. Very hot day and room steaming hot. No fix after request and no alternative offered

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Olivia solo_traveller gb
8
Good accommodation with fantastic staff and hospitality
Pros:

The extraordinary staff . So helpful . Prisca on reception was the most helped receptionist I have come across in many years . She went to enormous trouble to make sure all was fine with my room . The dining room was so busy but the meals were delivered swiftly by great staff who were genial and kind and supremely efficient .
The hotel owners should know the ownership team who do not offer complimentary water in standard £140 a night rooms are just mean !!
I hope the money saved on the water - which many less expensive hotels provide will go to find staff pay rises .

Cons:

See above

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Rhona couple gb
10
Excellent base for family gathering
Pros:

Superb location for our needs. Grounds amazing for walking around.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Robertson solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The staff are always friendly and welcoming. The staff and service we got in the restaurant were brilliant

Cons:

Not a thing

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Heather couple gb
9
Stunning location
Pros:

Room was spacious, bed was huge and very comfy. Situated in a lovely and interesting location. Breakfast there was a huge variety to choose from, well cooked and tasty. Staff were friendly and good at their job.

Cons:

Place could do with a bit of refurbishment, flooring coming up in front of the bar/food area. Areas needed a good dusting eg in front of fireplace , lights, ceiling in the bar,

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Janette solo_traveller gb
6
Not the best visit!
Pros:

Lovely bedroom. Comfy bed, and good shower

Cons:

The service was slow in the restaurant and the food/wine left a lot to be desired. Breakfast time meant empty trays at all stations. No glasses for juice, no bread for toast. No pastries or fresh fruit and hot plate was no better! Understand they had a busy room, but 2 staff were unable to keep everything filled. Very disappointing!

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
7
Good but not exceptional.
Pros:

Nice location.

Cons:

I would have liked a safe and fridge in room. The tv was rather small. I don’t think the service in the restaurant was super special although the supervisor did sort it out. No tomato juice at the bar. The check out was very good. Excellent front desk gentleman.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Matthew solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Breakfast, quiet room

Cons:

Overpowering air freshener in reception and hall

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
S
Sonya solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Room was immaculate and very comfortable. Excellent shower. Restaurant food was amazing.

Cons:

Bedroom door didn't lock

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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B7945QRannh Friends getaway Shropshire, England
10
Great Break
Pros:

Staff so helpful and friendly. From Becca, the co ordinator to John , the restaurant manager and all the staff. Breakfast was fantastic, a full Scottish, fresh melon, yogurt, whatever you required. The evening meal was great, plenty of choice. Bed so comfortable. Wonderful stay. Will be coming again!

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor