Loch Shiel Hotel
8.6
Excellent(216 reviews)
The Byre, Ardshealach, Acharacle PH36 4JL, United Kingdom
+44 1967 431224
Hotel Description
The Loch Shiel Hotel, located at The Byre, Ardshealach, Acharacle PH36 4JL, United Kingdom, offers a cozy and picturesque retreat in the Scottish Highlands. This charming 19th-century hotel is situated just a short 4-minute walk from the stunning Loch Shiel, a freshwater loch surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. For those seeking history and adventure, the hotel is just 3.7 miles from the iconic Castle Tioram, a 13th-century castle set on a tidal island, adding a touch of medieval allure to the area. Guests can immerse themselves in the beauty of the Highlands while enjoying the comfort of a traditional and welcoming atmosphere at the Loch Shiel Hotel. The hotel features 8 bright, traditionally decorated rooms, each with en suite bathrooms, offering guests a peaceful and comfortable stay. With a focus on local produce, the on-site restaurant serves homemade dishes, and guests can unwind by the open fire while enjoying a meal or drink. The hotel also boasts a bar with a beer garden, offering spectacular views over Loch Shiel, perfect for enjoying a refreshing drink during warmer months. For entertainment, the hotel features a game room complete with a pool table, darts board, and juke box, as well as hosting regular quiz nights and occasional live music evenings. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere makes it a fantastic choice for families and groups of friends. Guests can start their day with a full Scottish breakfast, which has received high praise from past visitors. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi, so guests can stay connected during their stay. Although the hotel is pet-friendly, it maintains a smoke-free environment, ensuring a clean and pleasant stay for all guests. While there are no pools, hot tubs, or fitness centers on-site, the hotel's proximity to natural wonders like Loch Shiel, Ardnamurchan, and Loch Moidart means that guests can engage in a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and wildlife watching. With a variety of local sights to explore and a comfortable, inviting atmosphere, the Loch Shiel Hotel provides a perfect base for exploring the remote and tranquil beauty of the Highlands. We invite you to experience the charm of Loch Shiel Hotel and its unique offerings.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Located just a short walk from Loch Shiel
2. Traditional Scottish design with bright, welcoming rooms
3. On-site restaurant serving homemade dishes with local produce
4. Bar with beer garden overlooking Loch Shiel
5. Game room with pool table, darts, and juke box
6. Regular quiz nights and occasional live music events
7. Full Scottish breakfast praised by guests
8. Free Wi-Fi for all guests
9. Pet-friendly and smoke-free property
10. Close to famous sights like Castle Tioram and Loch Moidart
5.6 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Castle Tioram
12 min
Loch Shiel46 min
Ardnamurchan39 min
Loch Moidart12 min
Eilean Shona10 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 16:00 |
| Check-out | 10:30 |
| Location rating | 5.6 |
| Nearest airport | Tiree Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 7 hr 1 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
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Location
The Byre, Ardshealach, Acharacle PH36 4JL, United Kingdom
Airports:
Tiree Airport
Taxi: 7 hr 1 min
Transit: 31 hr 28 min
Transit:
Shop
Walking: 1 min
Post Office
Walking: 3 min
Nearby locations
5.6
Good Location
This 19th-century hotel is a 4-minute walk from Loch Shiel and 3.7 miles from Castle Tioram.
Top Attractions
Amenities and Facilities
Pets
Pet-friendly
Parking & transportation
Parking
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Food & drink
Restaurant
Bar
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
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Suzanne M
5/5
Had a fabulous stay here, the room was clean. Had a dog with me and was made to feel welcome. Dogs can't eat with you in the restaurant but we were set up in the lounge/bar and were very happy. Great atmosphere. …
Georgie Hakney
1/5
Disappointing Experience with Rude ServiceWe had an extremely disappointing experience at the restaurant of this hotel. Upon arriving, we were met with a shockingly rude and unwelcoming attitude from the lady behind the bar. Despite the hotel advertising takeaway options online, she dismissively told us to go elsewhere if we wanted takeaway food. Her tone was condescending and unnecessarily hostile, even though the restaurant was completely empty.Thankfully, there was a lovely younger English waitress who went out of her way to accommodate our dietary needs, offering to prepare a chicken salad that met our allergy requirements for takeaway. However, just as we thought the situation was being resolved, the rude lady came along stating that they could not accommodate us and insisted we go across the road. It felt as though she was deliberately making the process difficult and seemed more interested in turning us away than providing good service. The way she spoke to us was completely unprofessional & condescending.The experience left a sour taste, not because of the food, but because of the complete lack of professionalism and respect. We expected much more from a hotel restaurant, and sadly, this encounter really let the place down. I would not recommend anybody to eat here and it completely spoilt our last night on our family holiday.
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Ann H
4/5
This establishment is well decorated and has very friendly staff. Our room was on the top floor and had everything for a comfortable night stay. We were unfortunate enough to have someone occupying one of the other rooms on our landing who was very inconsiderate when shutting the doors!! We ate at the hotel and the food was delicious.
Bernadette K
5/5
Cosy pub with a warm welcome.We visited the pub for food and drinks.We stopped in on our canoeing trip. A group of six adults, four children. We were cold, wet and tired. Tommy and Janine gave us the warmest welcome and were so accommodating of our many questions and requests. The fish and chips cooked up by the chef were crispy and excellent. Highly recommend!
Brian Reilly
5/5
Stayed at Loch Shiel Hotel for one night and had a great stay , nice clean large double room .The staff were excellent very friendly and easy going and helpful .The bar area was good and traditional and had a good atmosphere .The dinner menu was good and food very tasty. We had a very good sleep and breakfast was very tasty as well .We would definitely stay again when in the area
Garry McGinily
4/5
Food is very good and reasonably priced (I had the cajun chicken). Although weather is dodgy, the location is wonderfully rural and great if you want somewhere to “wind down”.Also a dog friendly hotel.
Room 4
Service 4
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Laurence M
2/5
Haven't yet gone. Will I ever? Who knows, for I have rung six times in one day to make inquiries, left four messages, and despite the answerphone saying otherwise, no one has returned my calls.|Hopefully I will be able to modify this for the better in due course?
REBECCA WARD
5/5
This place is a true hidden gem. The warmest of welcomes from the super friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful food cooked by a fantastic chef using fresh local ingredients and stunning scenery to boot. I will definitely be back. Thank you all for your wonderful hospitality.
Room 5
Service 5
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Emma Nic
5/5
Lovely local pub with a very welcoming atmosphere, food is also delicious (fish and chips in particular 😋) - we can’t wait to return!
Room 5
Service 5
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ashton q
5/5
We have just returned from our weekend at Loch Shiel Hotel. We booked this hotel as we planned to go and visit all the stunning beaches and possibly camp out one night. The hotel was better than our expectations! …