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Sumburgh Hotel

Sumburgh Head, Sumburgh, Scotland
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Sumburgh Hotel
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Sumburgh
7 February 2013 -
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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44 reviews 44 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

After an hour in the weather at Jarlshof I thought it would be ideal to eat here before catching a flight later in the evening. It was 5.30pm when I arrived and the brusque man at reception told me bar food was served from 6pm and to go through and wait. A sullen barman watched me walk in and sit... More

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Oklahoma
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10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

My stay at the Sumburgh Hotel was fantastic. The rooms are clean, the food was great... especially the sticky toffee pudding. The bathroom had a heater and was much appreciated after cold outings. The staff were very kind and helpful. I left my wedding ring on the night stand upon my departure back to the U.S. They found it and... More

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Lerwick, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2013

Optimistically went for a meal here for my birthday, third and last time. We were greeted by the barman saying ' your table's not booked until 6.45' it was 6.30 by this time. we asked to share a starter, and had to ask for an extra plate and cutlery after the starter arrived, and our initial greeting from the staff... More

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Suffolk
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2013

Grandiose from the front, ugly extension on the back, this hotel is somewhat mixed in other areas too. The staff are friendly and want to please. The food is reasonable where it's home-made, but some things, such as desserts, are not. Rooms in the extension are a bit basic, but individual heaters work (very important in January). Handy for the... More

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Montrose, United Kingdom
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13 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

This is a great little hotel if you're visiting Shetland, as a base in the South of the Mainland or in transit out, as its just a few minutes from the airport terminal. The room are clean and comfortable - it's just a terrible shame about the food. I have eaten both lunch on one occasion coming in and a... More

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Lerwick, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

have been a few times recently for lunch. great menu and very reasonably priced. fish was kovelt and also the liver in red wine sauce. had sirloin steak at night. struggled to eat it all. great surroundings too and quick servuce

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2012

Have been staying in lodge which is about 1.5 miles from hotel for the past month. Room clean and warm, with en-suite shower and fridge and coffee/tea making facilities. lodge has pool table, dart board in one room and has a TV lounge with full sky package and desktop to use, wifi through-out lodge. Kitchen area has coffee machine, fridge... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2012

This Hotel would have to be the best we have ever experienced. The view from our Bay Window in Room 32 was breathtaking. The service and staff were exceptional. The Meals could not be improved upon.... ( especially the seafood. ) The atmosphere was perfect and was like a "Home Away from Home". Free Internet and heated rooms.. The location... More

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Riddells Creek
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2012

The hotel is located just beside the Airport, and has wonderful views of the rugged coastline. The rooms are very well appointed, furnishings are lovely. Our room was located on the corner with a cosy bay window,just right for watching the changing light on the water! The restaurant in the hotel serves fresh local seafood,as well as local beef and... More

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Berlin, Germany
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2012

I had lunch at the Sumbrugh hotel and was, quite frankly, disgusted. I would not feed my pigs with the slop they seem to think is a supper. However, they have a staff member who is more than happy to follow you to you bedroom. Simply buy a drink. Is this a hotel or a brothel?

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Also Known As:
Sumburgh Hotel Shetland Islands
Address: Sumburgh Head, Sumburgh, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Shetland Islands > Mainland > Sumburgh
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Free Parking Restaurant Room Service
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Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Sumburgh

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