About The Devonian
The Devonian Douglas is a guest house located conveniently within walking distance of the ferry port or the bus station for visitors to the Isle of Man. Guests have the added convenience of walking to nearby theatres, pubs, and restaurants.
Room choices are single, twin, double, and family room with private lounge area. All rooms are en-suite with free Wi-Fi, flat screen TV, and tea and coffee making facilities.
The guest house overlooks a garden area and is close to the promenade.
Breakfast is provided in the dining room from an extensive menu. Another option is the Broadway Masala restaurant, located just next door.
The Devonian Douglas is located just across from the popular attractions Villa Marina and Glen Falcon Gardens.
Positive Reviews
positive:
More than just managers.
The proprietors of the property are more than just managers. They take personal pride in every aspect of the property and service and provide excellent hospitality. Their eagerness to please makes a personal touch that is lacking in larger hotels.
positive:
Spic and span.
The guest house and rooms are absolutely spotless. The spic and span facilities make everything appear to be brand new, not simply nice and clean. The furniture is in tiptop shape and the décor practically sparkles.
positive:
Lots of choice.
While there is no dedicated restaurant, the dining room at breakfast gives guests plenty of choice. There isn't a breakfast buffet or hospitality tray, but a full menu offering items as varied as potato waffles, baps, and kippers. Fresh fruit, a full brea
Negative Reviews
negative:
Endless stairs.
For those with mobility issues or for those who are disabled, this guest inn might be an impossibility. The rooms are located up narrow flights of stairs and some rooms are on floors five and six flights up. The absence of a lift or porter makes carrying
negative:
No parking.
There is no dedicated parking at the guest house. There is a luggage drop off, but after that guests will have to embark on a parking expedition and parking on the island is limited, some to 24-hours only. This might mean a game of musical parking spaces
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Not a hotel or inn.
The Devonian Douglas isn't a hotel or inn, and isn't quite a bed and breakfast either. There are no common spaces, like a lounge. The absence of a pub or restaurant means guests will be required to explore the surrounding area. The absence of a reception