Ardencaple Hotel By Greene King Inns - Helensburgh

Former coaching inn on the shores of Gareloch, Ardencaple Hotel combines waterside views with family-friendly amenities and historic charm.

Dining & Bar

The Ardencaple offers a restaurant serving local and international dishes, with a lighter bar menu available throughout the day. A wide selection of craft beers from local breweries is available alongside traditional pub classics. Guests can use the app to order food and drinks when seated in the scenic outdoor seating area overlooking Gareloch.

Rooms & Accommodations

The hotel provides family rooms with large king-size beds that can sleep three adults, as well as double rooms with sea views. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, work desk, and tea and coffee making facilities, along with a private bathroom and hairdryer. Some rooms are named after paddle steamers and boats, reflecting the maritime heritage of the area.

Amenities & Entertainment

Ardencaple Hotel has billiards and darts available for guests, along with live sports broadcasts and pub quizzes. The historic building, dating back to the 19th century, includes a garden, outdoor furniture, and a kids' play area. Meeting and banquet facilities are on-site, with fax/photocopying services and packed lunches available.

Family & Pet Policies

The hotel is family-friendly with a kids' play area and children's meals on the menu. Dogs are allowed in the bar areas, with pet bowls provided, making it a dog-friendly accommodation option. Free parking and accessible parking are available on-site.

Location & Business

The Ardencaple is located in Rhu near Helensburgh, overlooking the east side of Gareloch, and is 25 minutes by car from Dumbarton Castle. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Monty's Farm Park are nearby attractions. Business travelers benefit from meeting facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and proximity to Glasgow and the Royal Navy Submarine Base Faslane.

• Location: Waterside in Rhu, 25 min from Dumbarton Castle
• Rooms: Family rooms with king-size beds, sea-view doubles
• Dining: Local and international dishes, craft beers from local breweries
• Amenities: Billiards, darts, kids' play area, scenic outdoor seating
• Pet Policy: Dogs allowed in bar areas with pet bowls
• Business: Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk