DOUGLAS HOTEL ARRAN LTD AMENDED STATEMENT 23/06/2020

To All Our Fabulous Guests & Friends,

The Scottish Government recently announced that the possible date for Tourism and Hospitality to re-open fully could be as soon as 15th July 2020 – which is just wonderful news!

We are eagerly awaiting their review on 9th July 2020, which should provide a more definitive recovery plan, along with the guidelines this will include for social distancing. This will give clarity on when bookings can be accepted and help us provide more advice to arrival guests and what to expect.

To that end, we have decided that should the above be approved, we will re-open our doors and welcome you back with socially distanced open arms & elbow bumps on Friday 31st July 2020! This will ensure we can safely implement the guidelines that will be published on 9th July.

In the meantime, we are being proactive with our re-opening plans, including all the additional Health & Hygiene implications this entails. It would be lovely to welcome guests back for late summer, so we are keeping fingers crossed for good news soon!

Caledonian MacBrayne are currently running an essential lifeline ferry service to 30th June, which will change to a limited winter service in July and then a restricted summer timetable from August. So, this compounds our decision to re-open from 31st July when there should be better sailing options available to both tourists and islanders.

Bookings can continue to be made directly through our website http://www.thedouglashotel.co.uk/ but should you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at stay@thedouglashotel.co.uk

We have been overwhelmed with the kindness & support shown to our Team; it has truly kept our spirits up during this period of uncertainty.

We can’t wait to see you back on our beautiful island ~ where you can be assured of the biggest & warmest welcome always!

Take care & stay safe,

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