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Martyrs Bay Rooms

Martyr's Bay | Isle of Iona, PA76 6SP, Scotland (Formerly Finlay Ross)
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Fairfield, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

My husband and I checked out of our previous B&B a week early, so we had to make a few last minute changes to our itinerary. We had planned to visit Iona for the day, but were lucky enough to obtain last-minute accommodations at Finlay Ross. The staff were extremely friendly, and we were a bit happy to have twin... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2012 via mobile

Stayed in twin room at the cottage. The accomodation is basic and decor very out dated. With a little thought and tlc would be great. However the location is fantastic and with the beauty of the island. If you are looking for somewhere with no frills just to sleep as dryer alternative to camping and your no fussy and can... More

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Sydney, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2012

Accommodation on the island can be quite pricey - especially for families. F-R was less expensive and while not luxurious it was clean and comfortable with the sound of the sea in earshot! Our family room was quite spacious with satellite TV and ensuite. Breakfast was more than adequate. Other eateries and ferry terminal close by.

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London
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2012

We booked in Finlay Ross for two nights on a recent trip to Scotland. As others have said the B&B is rather basic and is probably overdue a refurbishment. It obviously hasn't had much decoration in the last few years. As also noted, breakfast is continental with freshly baked bread, scones and croissants baked somewhere on Iona. However price wise... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 via mobile

We stopped 1 night - as per previous reviews the spacious ensuite room needs bringing up to date both in facilities (caravan type shower) and decor - the basic breakfast was ok and the service passable - would stop again but only if everywhere else was full!

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Dublin, Ireland
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

Stayed here for two night in May 11. The accomodation is very basic and we were charged considerable more than other prices I see quoted on TA reviews, maybe a seasonal thing. There was no hot breakfast, you had to make do with cereal and access to a toaster. Iona is a lovely looking island highly recommend it, I woud... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2011

My mother and I spent a few days on the island and were pleasantly surprised by the kind accomodation at Finlay Ross. Both gents were very attentive (even brought a left parcel form the shop to our room) and the atmosphere was Iona like. The room was clean and the beds were excellent. Breakfast and coffee and tea facilities were... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2011

ok first the good points it was relatively cheap £64 a night for twinroom with en suite and breakfast - breakfast was continental and lovely homemade huge scones available. now the not so good points - they dont have a website but on iona.com it says "well appointed rooms" mmm maybe when they were furnished mid 70's they were but... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 June 2011

We chose to stay at Finlay Ross because of the price and location. Iona is magical - and we could hear corncrakes calling from our room (at the back of the hostel). We also woke up to find 4 snipe outside the window one morning which was lovely. The room was very basic, but clean and tidy. There was a... More

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Tayside
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2011

Stayed for one night. Would have stayed another had we have felt the accomodation was value for money. Initial reaction when entering the property was a smell of damp. We were shown the rooms at the same time as another couple. They asked to see a property elsewhere that had en suite. The gent showing us around said they had... More

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Additional Information about Martyrs Bay Rooms

Also Known As:
Martyrs Bay Rooms Iona, Scotland
Address: Martyr's Bay | Isle of Iona, PA76 6SP, Scotland (Formerly Finlay Ross)
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > The Hebrides > Iona
Amenities:
Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 10 B&Bs / Inns in Iona
Price Range: £
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
We have just completed a refurbishment of all our rooms.All rooms now have en-suite shower rooms, Freeview TV's and tea/coffee making facilities ... more   less 

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