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Your Stay, Our Heritage - Tontine Hotel Greenock
Established in 1808, Tontine Hotel stands as a historic three-star family-run establishment at the heart of Greenock. Our Georgian manor offers a unique blend of heritage and modern comfort, welcoming guests for overnight stays, weddings, events, and dining experiences. With 52 bedrooms including suites, we combine classical architecture with contemporary amenities across our Superior, Deluxe, Premier, and Standard rooms. Our dedicated team has curated exceptional event spaces like the Adam Room, Garden Room, and Ardgowan Room, accommodating gatherings from intimate celebrations to grand weddings for up to 180 guests.The hotel's culinary offerings extend through our main restaurant and Bar Eighteen08, serving seasonal menus and specialty cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere. Having hosted Greenock's social and cultural events for over two centuries, we maintain our reputation as one of the region's most cherished hospitality venues while continuously enhancing our facilities to meet modern expectations.
Services
Accommodation
Weddings
Dining
Events
Bar services
Function halls
Afternoon tea
Conference facilities
Gift vouchers
Room bookings
Highlights and features
- Family-run hospitality since 1808 with deep local knowledge
- Historic Georgian architecture with modernised amenities
- Versatile event spaces for weddings and functions up to 180 guests
- Award-winning culinary experiences through two distinct venues
- Central Greenock location with 52 well-appointed bedrooms
What people say
Historic charm
Attentive service
Versatile event spaces
Seasonal menus
Well-maintained heritage
Services
Accommodation
Our 52 bedrooms combine historic charm with modern comforts, featuring Superior Rooms with contemporary amenities, Deluxe Rooms renovated in 2025, and classic Standard Rooms. The Honeymoon Suite offers Georgian and Victorian elegance, while the Lyle Suite provides apartment-style living with kitchenette facilities. All rooms maintain accessibility considerations while preserving our listed building's character.
Weddings
With over 70 years' experience, we create unforgettable wedding experiences across three distinct spaces. The Ardgowan Room accommodates 180 guests with its classical ballroom setting, while the Adam Room and Garden Room offer more intimate options. Our 2024 Dressing Room provides pre-ceremony preparation space with breakfast delivery, complemented by exclusive wedding packages and accommodation discounts for guests.
Events
Our versatile event spaces cater to gatherings from 1 to 200 guests, including corporate conferences, christenings, and funeral receptions. The recently renovated Garden Room and historic Ardgowan Room offer flexible layouts with professional support from our reception team available daily until 21:00 for booking assistance and venue showarounds.
Dining
We serve seasonal menus daily from 12:00 to 20:45 across our main restaurant and Bar Eighteen08. The bar offers afternoon tea, boozy brunches, and specialty cocktails in a courtyard setting open during summer months. Both venues feature regular entertainment including quiz nights and live weekend performances.
Bar Eighteen08
Located at 8 Robertson Street, this contemporary bar opened in 2016 offers craft cocktails, seasonal menus, and weekend brunch packages. The venue features outdoor terrace seating for pet-friendly gatherings and hosts weekly quiz nights alongside live entertainment performances during peak periods.
Questions
What historical significance does Tontine Hotel hold in Greenock?
Built in 1805 as a family residence, our Georgian manor represents Greenock's architectural heritage with Adam-style interior features believed to originate from moulds designed by the famous Adam brothers.
Can I host both wedding ceremony and reception at Tontine Hotel?
Yes, we offer complete wedding packages including ceremony spaces, photography locations, dining facilities, and 52 en-suite bedrooms for guests with breakfast included.
Are there accessibility considerations for guests with mobility needs?
We provide ground floor Superior Rooms for ease of access, though our listed building status prevents lift installation. Staff assistance is available for luggage handling.
What dining options are available beyond standard restaurant hours?
Bar Eighteen08 serves until 22:00 daily (closed Mondays and Tuesdays) with cocktail menus, afternoon tea until 16:00, and weekend boozy brunch packages available.
How can I book event space for corporate functions?
Our reception team handles bookings daily until 21:00. We offer conference packages with equipment hire and catering for professional events up to 200 attendees.
What special amenities are available for wedding parties?
Our 2024 Dressing Room includes prosecco service and breakfast delivery, with adjoining accommodation. We also provide master of ceremonies, PA systems, and linen packages as standard.
Reviews (7)
Rob Davidson
Dec 27, 2021
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Wee had a lovely night there for an evening party. The breakfast coffee could be better though. Staff were ace.
Jim Sweeney
Dec 27, 2021
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We booked tontine for our Golden wedding dinner and drinks from the very start we were looked after professionally by Bethany nothing was you much trouble for her she was amazing put us at ease We had a great dinner most every guest commented on it s d the staff wre excellent Highly recommended 5 stars
Andrew Bell
Dec 17, 2021
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Stayed overnight for work on a very off season Thursday night. Room a little tired - the bed and bathroom were new, but the rest of the furniture not. A touch chilly on arrival. Clean and tidy and generally in good shape aside from the old furnishing.
Ronnie Beaton
Nov 18, 2021
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Nipped in for a pint of lime and soda on my way home from doing some Christmas shopping. Friendly staff. Nice atmosphere.
Fabio Aresi
Nov 16, 2021
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The room was OK but the food served in the restaurant should be improved. The meat i ordered was dry and tasteless, the dessert was burned at the bottom. Thumbs down for two out of two, have I been maybe unlucky or is it the standard?
Rosemary Ross
Nov 03, 2021
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Exceptionally friendly staff,especially the young lady working in the bar early afternoon nothing was a problem for anyone
Lovely breakfast
Very clean rooms
Relaxed atmosphere
Lovely breakfast
Very clean rooms
Relaxed atmosphere
Angela Macdonald
Sep 21, 2021
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Recently celebrated my 50th birthday at 1808. The food and service was fabstaff very attentive and friendly! A truly great venue and would definitely recommend. Looking forward to our next visit. Thanks again!!
