The Boat House

Hotels
7.9 (334 reviews)
Auchinstarry Marina Auchinstarry , Kilsyth , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from entrance doors

Categories

Cleanliness
6.79
Several reports of dirty carpets and loose tiles in the bathroom.
Service
8.26
Staff were friendly and efficient, though there were issues with complaint handling.
Location
9.3
Location was perfect with great access to surrounding areas and dog-friendly facilities.
Room Quality
7.25
Mixed reviews with mentions of dated rooms and issues such as cold bathrooms.
Amenities
8.28
Good facilities overall but could benefit from better room amenities like larger TVs.
Value for Money
6.74
Some reviewers noted that the price was not justified, citing issues like cleanliness and room quality.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Breakfast selection was praised, and restaurant food was noted as good.
Overall Experience
7.76
Overall a decent experience with positive remarks but overshadowed by some significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 05:14

Property Description

Scenic Location
Nestled in Kilsyth, just 23 km from vibrant Glasgow Cathedral, The Boat House offers a tranquil escape with a beautiful garden and terrace overlooking serene surroundings.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay in our well-appointed rooms equipped with modern conveniences such as flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and a cozy bar for a relaxing evening.

Outdoor Adventures
Embrace the outdoors with hiking and cycling options around Kilsyth, allowing you to explore the picturesque landscapes and enjoy an active getaway.

To experience a blend of relaxation and adventure, book your stay at The Boat House today and make unforgettable memories.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 334 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.79
Service: 8.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 6.74
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 7.76
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Ar Utilities Ltd • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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peanut • solo_traveller • gb
6
Gloomy
Pros:

Scenery

Cons:

Room

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
Lovely spot
Pros:

Setting, lovely restaurant, quiet comfortable rooms.

Cons:

All good.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • au
9
Great stop on cycling tour
Pros:

Perfect for one night stop on canal whilst bikepacking. Safe bike storage. Food on site. Lovely views.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything was great staff, location, food, rooms... all was excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
1
Won’t be back.
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

Dark dingy and some undesirables staying next door. It was a bit scary.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Alastair • couple • it
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Beaugrand • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Le personnel a été très sympathique et accueillant.
La chambre pour personne en fauteuil roulant est parfaite.

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great food friendly helpful staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Barnacle • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

I liked everything about the boathouse the staff were lovely and helpful when needed and extremely pleasant 😊 the location is perfect I couldn't of asked for anything more what a great place to stay thank-you to all the staff and you will be seeing me again kind regards iain

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great food friendly helpful staff

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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& The Wild Horse • couple • gb
8
Good and memorable would stay again.
Pros:

Location, staff and comfort

Cons:

Room was a little stale in terms of smell however it was comfy. Just open a wee window.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • us
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • extended_group • gb
8
Lovely place to stay - would definitely recommend.
Pros:

Location was lovely overlooking the river and boats. Staff friendly and helpful Restaurant good. Good size room

Cons:

Room quite dark as only a small window. Bed very hard. Shower screen didn't close properly so water went onto the floor

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Jade Penman • couple • gb
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Paul Whittaker • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Food in restaurant was nice
Staff were lovely

Cons:

I booked a lake view, on check in was told they didnt know we had a dog,
I showed my messages to the hotel stating we had a dog.
Manager told me it wasn't a problem, its just booking.com hadn't forwarded this information to them.

Went to the room and disappointed that we had a view of the carpark

Im taking a wild guess they did know we had a dog and decided to ignore the fact we had paid for the lake view and give us a lower graded room instead.

I need to check if there is a price difference which I will be doing now

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Maria Filomena • solo_traveller • pt
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
5
Lovely location. All staff very friendly and accommodating and helped make our stay very pleasant.
Pros:

Because of our health issues a continental style breakfast would have suited us better. But the staff were very accommodating in adjusting the menu to suit our needs. Big thank you to them.

Cons:

Unfortunately there was only the disabled room available which was fine except for the sink in bathroom which was too low and too small and the large tap made it very inconvenient to wash.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Brigitte • couple • ch
10
Lage, Frühstück und freundliches Personal - hat für uns gepasst
Pros:

Auswahl von der Karte, schön angerichtet, freundliches Personal, schöne Aussicht auf Wohnboote Hafen

Cons:

Der "Hintereingang" sieht nicht so einladend aus. Das könnte man vielleicht hübscher machen.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee