Lomond Park Hotel

Many moons ago this place was a regular haunt at the weekend; Raffles lounge on the right hand side of the hotel, so it was nice to visit it again, several years since I last set foot inside.
The layout is as I remember, although the glass ‘conservatory’ has now been fully converted to a roofed extension, and it’s definitely more geared to families having dinner than rowdy student nurses (c’mon, why do you think I drank there!).
I was meeting my family, my sister was already there so I ordered a latte when I arrived whilst we waited for my parents. It arrived quickly, so quickly it was still a bit separated looking, with the milk and coffee layers very evident through the tall glass. Tasted ok though as far as latte’s go.
Once everyone had arrived we moved onto the food. I ordered the New York Burger which came with chorizo, pepperoni and BBQ sauce, topped with two onion rings, and with a side of fries and some coleslaw. Pretty standard stuff.
What I got was a bit of a mixed bag. The onion rings were thin and greasy, the burger patty was pretty tasty, with a nice char and was definitely handmade. Things got a bit odd when it came to the chorizo and pepperoni, both were chargrilled, but one (the chorizo I’m guessing from the size) was a few thinly sliced pieces, where as the pepperoni was one slice, about 1.5cm thick and the same diameter as the burger, in essence it was a bit like eating a pepperoni burger… which SOUNDS awesome but is really just a chewy chewy challenge!
The fries were ok, served in one of those stupid little metal mesh baskets, and the coleslaw was probably bought from a supermarket.
Round the table the portions all proved to be large, and reasonably tasty but nothing stood out for anyone. Portions over flavour and attention to detail perhaps? I’ll leave it to others to find out.

Six of us stayed here for an overnight (Girly night out) and had a great time!
Started off having a few drinks in the bar where we met with a few of the locals (who were very friendly).
Then in for our meal which all 6 of us agreed was lovely. Each dish better than the other. Staff were all lovely and very friendly.
Then back into the bar where we had a great night at the karaōke! Again Staff and locals all lovely. Finished off the evening in the club (flashing 70’s style dance floor) where even the doormen were all very nice and chatty.
Rooms were adequate. Clean.
Ok for a sleepover.
Breakfast next morning which was lovely. Whatever we asked for the staff were on hand to oblige.
Thanks to all staff at the hotel for a pleasant stay. And a great night out.
We got this deal for £30 per person (part of the groupon site). Excellent value.