The Portmann Hotel

Hotels
5.9 (385 reviews)
42 Portland Road , Kilmarnock , GB

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Television in common areas
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Playground on site
Self parking (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Concerts/live shows
Private picnics
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Room quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
2.85
The carpets throughout were very dirty, and the separate bathroom didn't have a working light.
Service
8.35
Staff are very friendly and helpful, they went out of their way to assist.
Location
8.35
Very handy to the Town Centre.
Room Quality
3.85
Room was not what was booked, had to share a bathroom, and a cracked sink.
Amenities
4.85
Bar was reasonable and food was of good standard.
Value for Money
6.35
It's a budget hotel; appropriate for the price point.
Food and Beverage
6.85
Food was of good standard but needs improving.
Overall Experience
5.75
An average experience with serious room quality issues but friendly service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-02-04 09:07

Property Description

Garden and Terrace Oasis
Escape to The Portmann Hotel in Kilmarnock, where a serene garden and inviting terrace await you.

Delightful Dining Experience
Indulge in culinary delights at the on-site restaurant and bar, offering a taste of local flavors and international cuisines.

Family-Friendly Fun
With a children's playground on the premises, The Portmann Hotel ensures a memorable stay for guests of all ages.

Experience comfort and leisure at The Portmann Hotel. Book your stay now for a delightful getaway.

Important information:

A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required. The host charges this 7 days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Parking

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

  • 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 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

5.9
Based on 385 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.85
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.35
Room Quality: 3.85
Amenities: 4.85
Value for Money: 6.35
Food and Beverage: 6.85
Overall Experience: 5.75
• solo_traveller • gb
3
would not stay here again but i booked at short notice and this was all that was available.
Pros:

room was ok but not what i booked. no shower had to share bathroom.

Cons:

upon arrival i was told i could not have the room i had booked as someone had thrown up the night before and they could only offer me a room with shared bathroom. no offer to get the room cleaned up. as i driven for 7hrs i didnt have much choice but i had ask for a discount none offered. the rooms are not quiet. woken up 5oc in morning, next room watching tv.
also banging of doors 1.30am 1 night.

2025-08-23 • via Nuitee
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h • solo_traveller • gb
8
A nice place to stay. Cheap and chearful
Pros:

This is budget hotel. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The assistant manager especially. I encounted problem with my travel and got to the hotel extremely late. She stayed untill i got in to the hotel.. A staff mber comunicated to her my problems. The staff couldnt do enough to make my stay comfortable
It has just been took over so lots to rectify.
Its cheap and chearful
.

Cons:

Shared bathroom. Being changed rooms. As got double booked Smaller room had a lot wrong with it a plug socket needs looking at. A cracked sink.
Dodgy lock on the door.

2025-08-23 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

I needed a cheap hotel for overnight stay the portmann was perfect

Cons:

The bed was a bit creaky like it was not tightened properly and as a solo traveller it's never nice when people talk about you when I'm within hearing distance but overall it is a place I would stay in again

2025-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • couple • gb
4
Pros:

The bar was reasonable and the food was of a good standard fairly clean but needs to be looked at to improve it .bedding was clean

Cons:

The carpets throughout were very dirty and need of replacing ,in the bedroom there was no place to hang clothes and again carpets very dirty the separate bathroom didn't have a working light when asked for it to be looked at nothing was done also showering was impossible as it would run hot one minute then freezing cold the next not suitable for a disabled person. as all rooms are up on first floor with quite a lot of stairs to climb it made it hard being disabled to cope with. It looks like it's more a one night desperate stop over and that it is more depending on the bar and food keeping it going. I will not be looking to return to this property again

2025-08-19 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • gb
8
Pleasant, clean and comfortable.
2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • solo_traveller • gb
8
Value for money
Pros:

Staff and onsite food

2025-08-15 • via Nuitee
J
John • family_with_children • gb
1
Disgusting
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Nothing

2025-08-12 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
8
I would use again.
Pros:

Very handy to the Town Centre.

2025-08-12 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • solo_traveller • gb
5
2025-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Charles • solo_traveller • za
10
2025-07-27 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • gb
4
I won't be back
Cons:

The room was grubby with peeling wallpaper and dirt on skirting and corners of room.
The electric shower had 2 temperatures..... Freezing and scalding, nothing in between.
Price was relatively cheap and location handy, but for a small amount more I could have stayed in a Premier Inn and had cleanliness and a decent shower.

2025-07-14 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

All of the hotel

2025-07-11 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • gb
10
2025-07-11 • via Nuitee
F
Fiona • family_with_children • gb
3
Was only for one night but no sleep
Pros:

Staff and food

Cons:

Bed was wobbly blood stain on quilt cover really needs updating

2025-07-07 • via Nuitee
P
PAUL • solo_traveller • gb
8
2025-07-05 • via Nuitee
S
Sean • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Nice location and very friendly staff. Very fair price for one night.

Cons:

Could use a bit of a redecorating, which didn't bother me that much. Shower didn't work and the wifi didn't extend to my room.

2025-07-02 • via Nuitee
M
McIlwraith • extended_group • gb
1
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

It was filthy. Bed sheets were not clean. They smelled of food and BO. Carpets were not hoovered. Worst hotel I have ever stayed in. It was vile and the beds were very uncomfortable

2025-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Staff are friendly.

Cons:

Room battered but as clean as they can get it. Hallway carpet is gross.

2025-06-29 • via Nuitee
A
Alison • couple • gb
4
2025-06-29 • via Nuitee
C
Christine • extended_group • gb
1
2025-06-26 • via Nuitee