Riverside Lodge Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (3899 reviews)
46 Annick Road , Irvine , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Breakfast quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Guest mentions issues with cleanliness, including unclean bed and bathroom.
Service
9
Staff were friendly and attentive, providing a good service overall during the stay.
Location
9.2
Multiple reviews highlight the great location near family and friends.
Room Quality
7.7
Several complaints about outdated decor and maintenance issues in the rooms.
Amenities
8.2
Basic amenities were provided, but there were specific complaints about breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.7
General value perception is good considering location and service.
Food and Beverage
7.7
Mixed reviews on breakfast quality and organization.
Overall Experience
8.7
Guests enjoyed their stays, with minor issues noted throughout.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:14

Property Description

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
The Riverside Lodge Hotel in Irvine, Ayrshire offers fresh and airy rooms elegantly decorated with satin cushions and wooden headboards. Enjoy the convenience of tea and coffee facilities, en suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, TVs with Freeview, and a work desk.

Exquisite Dining Experience
Indulge in a cosmopolitan menu and a selection of world wines at the contemporary Brasserie Restaurant. Relax in the spacious Lounge Bar, featuring large armchairs and comfortable sofas, while enjoying light snacks and classic cocktails.

Green Tourism Award and Recreational Activities
Nestled in ample grounds, this hotel boasts a Green Tourism Award and a 9-hole junior golf course. Explore the surrounding area or visit the nearby Irvine Golf Club, just a quick 10-minute drive away.

Book your stay at Riverside Lodge Hotel for a perfect blend of luxury, dining, and recreational activities.

Important information:

For advance purchase rates and 2-night getaway rates:
The credit card you have reserved and paid for this reservation with will need to be shown on arrival at the hotel. Failure to provide this could result in your reservation being canceled if you are not able to provide an alternative method of payment.

For all guests who are staying over the festive period we would like to make you aware that dining is limited over this time. We would kindly ask that you contact the hotel prior to your arrival to make arrangements.

Please note: children’s dinner is not included in any rates and will be charged for as taken.

Please contact the hotel direct for a dog friendly room as these are subject to availability. We are a dog friendly hotel. Other pets not permitted.

Please note that for Dinner, Bed and Breakfast bookings please call and book a table before arrival as the restaurant is very busy
especially on weekends.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private 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.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 3899 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 9
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 7.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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James solo_traveller gb
8
Ok ,
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Unable to supply the food I wanted from menu, the replacement meal was not very good.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Ronald couple gb
10
Comfortable and enjoyable.
Pros:

All fine. Staff ezxcellent

Cons:

All fine and staff excellent.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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paul extended_group gb
10
great value for money hotel
Pros:

from arrival to departure we were well looked after we had a meal in the bar which was great value for money the bar drinks were reasonably priced and room was very comfortable

Cons:

location is strange as its in the middle of a housing scheme

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
10
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Cromie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
A
Andrew extended_group gb
8
Comfortable, relaxing.
Pros:

Nice airy place, comfortable room. Evening meal and breakfast of great quality.

Cons:

Nonthing

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Darren couple gb
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Graham couple gb
9
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the hotel on 2 separate nights. Free parking at hotel.
Pros:

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the hotel. free parking at hotel. Very good breakfast and evening meal. friendly staff. Room was clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Simon couple gb
9
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Wendy solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Room. Upgraded due to disabity needs. .uch appreciatiated.
Staff fantastic will definitely return.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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David family_with_children gb
9
Great place to stay. Happy to return
Pros:

I was really impressed with Riverside Lodge. The reception/lounge and bar areas are excellent with lots of booths and comfortable seating around coffee tables making it easy for small groups to get together without feeling crowded.

There are a number of TV screens in these areas but they are thoughtfully placed and not intrusive. I was visiting for five nights during the latter stages of the World Cup and whilst the matches were on it was nice to be able to dip in and out of them without feeling that I was in a sports bar.

Riverside is a popular wedding venue and there were weddings in the separate function room on both the Friday and Saturday during my stay. Obviously this makes for a busier time in the bar and lounge area but it certainly didn't feel crowded.

Our ground floor twin room was smart, comfortable and just like the photos with very effective blackout curtains. I found the beds particularly good and I slept very well each night. The shower had plenty of water pressure.

The property is well situated just off the A78 which made for an easy 40 minute drive to Glasgow Airport and 20 minutes to the Arran ferry at Ardrossan. Irivine town centre and Harbourside are just a few minutes drive.

Cons:

Wasn't so keen on the evening entertainment in the reception/lounge area which was only on one night. Good singer but loud enough to be intrusive even towards the bar.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Craig solo_traveller au
9
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Jane couple gb
7
. Hotel was adequate for purpose for overnight stay after wedding reception.
Pros:

Location is very central and within walking distance of Irvine shops & bars.

Cons:

Sadly the room we were initially allocated had not been thoroughly cleaned. Smelly socks found behind curtain.
However to be fair when issue reported receptionist upgraded room immediately.
Drinks are quite expensive.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Jean solo_traveller gb
8
Little holiday away.
Pros:

Loved the spotlessly clean room. All staff were ever so friendly.

Cons:

Menu. It was same one since our previous visit in May. Husband got lamb roast one night and it was as tough as old boots. Told waitress but he was not allowed something else or any discount off meal. Let down.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple gb
8
Best hotel to stay in Irvine
Pros:

Reception/lounge area lovely. Hotel clean, staff lovely. Room great size and clean, great size bath towels. Thursday evening entertainment great.

Cons:

Refurbishment completed or almost completed on lower floor, unfortunately that was some time ago and the room we stayed in on the upper floor (and have stayed there every year) have yet to be fully refurbished, as in the ensuite - shower very slow and furnishings looking a bit tired, not sure if they will be refurbished in the future.
Normally food is good, however disappointed in breakfast - no veggie sausages and the potato scones were fried and left out too long, therefore I had egg and a few mushrooms, didn’t have breakfast again for the rest of our stay.
I stay fairly often and breakfast normally good, I think this was just a blip, and I would definitely stay again as it’s the best hotel in Irvine.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth solo_traveller gb
7
The staff on reception need to take a lesson on customer service from the restaurant staff. They are friendly, professio
Pros:

The hotel is ideally situated for the purpose of my visit. My elderly frail brother lives nearby and as I live near Cambridge I have to stay for a few days. It is also in a very attractive location

Cons:

The reception I received upon my arrival. I was 3 hours early and was asked if I’d requested early check in I was unsure as I’d been in Cumbria the days before my arrival and the mobile signal was poor. Then to be told there was a £10 per hour fee to be paid and as I was 3 hours early I had to pay £30. I was stunned . When I enquired if my room was ready it wasn’t!! Therefore no issue. I fully expected to be charged for storing my small case but I wasn’t.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Scott solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Perfection

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Eleanor solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Stephen extended_group gb
6
Nice hotel, staff friendly but felt let down by not being listened to with our requests
Pros:

Location and staff were friendly

Cons:

Asked for our 2 rooms to be near to each other and they couldn’t have been further away! Rooms on different floors and about 14 rooms difference.
Sadly our Mother is recently widowed and needed some security and feel safe. We gave plenty of notice for rooms to be near to each other, but felt like our request was ignored. Nothing happened when we mentioned this at check in?

2026-07-19 via Nuitee