Glenisle Hotel and Bistro

8.6
Excellent
(508 reviews)

Lamlash KA27 8LY, United Kingdom

+44 1770 600559

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Hotel Description

Glenisle Hotel and Bistro is a charming and upscale hotel located in the picturesque Lamlash, overlooking the serene Lamlash Bay and Holy Isle. Set just 0.7 miles from the renowned Lamlash Golf Club and 5.6 miles from the scenic Glenashdale Falls, the hotel offers an ideal base to explore the beauty and tranquility of the Isle of Arran. Its beautiful location provides stunning views of the bay and the walled garden, creating a peaceful atmosphere perfect for relaxation. The hotel’s refined design and inviting ambiance make it an excellent choice for those seeking comfort and style. The rooms at Glenisle Hotel and Bistro are designed to offer maximum comfort, with each featuring Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and even homemade biscuits, ensuring a cozy and home-like atmosphere. Some rooms boast views of the bay and/or the walled garden, while the suite offers a more spacious layout with a sitting area and a luxurious claw-foot bath. Guests can enjoy a full Scottish breakfast in the morning, ensuring a perfect start to the day, and indulge in delicious seasonal dishes at the bistro. In addition to the excellent dining options, the hotel also offers a bar serving local whiskies, providing a great spot to unwind after a day of sightseeing. Guests can relax in the library and lounge area, which is warmed by a cozy fireplace, or enjoy the outdoor seating on the ocean-view terrace. The hotel also offers pet-friendly accommodations, making it an ideal choice for those traveling with furry companions. As part of its commitment to customer satisfaction, the Glenisle Hotel ensures accessibility to many key locations on the island. It is within walking distance to the COAST Discovery Centre and Holy Isle, making it perfect for exploring local culture and heritage. Guests can enjoy a peaceful stroll to nearby restaurants such as the Pierhead Tavern, Drift Inn, and Lamlash Bay Hotel, all within a few minutes by taxi. Additionally, the hotel is located near several remarkable sights like Brodick Castle, Holy Isle, Goatfell, Machrie Moor Standing Stones, and Arran Art Gallery, all easily accessible for day trips. The hotel also offers easy access to public transport, with convenient walking routes to Brodick and the nearby bus stops, as well as taxi services for longer trips to Glasgow Airport and other locations. With its warm hospitality, excellent amenities, and perfect location, Glenisle Hotel and Bistro is the ideal destination for a relaxing and memorable stay on the Isle of Arran.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Pet-friendly accommodations welcoming your furry companions

2. Stunning views of Lamlash Bay and Holy Isle from the hotel

3. Comfortable and well-equipped rooms with tea and coffee facilities

4. Full Scottish breakfast served daily with seasonal dishes at the bistro

5. Bar serving local whiskies and a cozy library/lounge with a fireplace

6. Located near the COAST Discovery Centre and Holy Isle

7. Walking distance to multiple dining options like Pierhead Tavern and Drift Inn

8. Short drive to major attractions like Brodick Castle and Goatfell

9. Easily accessible to public transport and convenient walking routes around the area

10. Ocean-view terrace with seating for a relaxing experience


7.6 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Brodick Castle, Garden and Country Park
14 min
Holy Isle
14 min
Goatfell
19 min
Machrie Moor Standing Stones
21 min
Arran Art Gallery
9 min

Nearest locations

Pierhead Tavern
1 min
Drift Inn
1 min
Lamlash Bay Hotel
1 min
Braw Pieces
1 min
Indian Garden
1 min
Duncan's On The Green
2 min
La Truffe Noire
7 min
The French Fox
8 min
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Good to know

Check-in14:30
Check-out10:30
Location rating7.6
Nearest airportGlasgow Prestwick
Travel time to airport1 hr 57 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
    Official Hotel

    $96

    Agoda

    $81

    Vio.com

    $81

    Bluepillow.com

    $81

    goseek.com

    $81

    Priceline

    $95


Location

Lamlash KA27 8LY, United Kingdom

Airports:

Islay Airport

Taxi: 4 hr 19 min

Transit: 5 hr 20 min

Glasgow Prestwick

Taxi: 1 hr 57 min

Transit: 3 hr 16 min

Glasgow Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 19 min

Transit: 2 hr 57 min

Transit:

Brodick

Taxi: 6 min

Walking: 1 hr 18 min

Blairbeg

Walking: 12 min

Benlister Road

Walking: 1 min

Glenisle Hotel

Walking: 1 min


Nearby locations

7.6

Very Good Location

Overlooking Lamlash Bay and Holy Isle, this upscale hotel is 0.7 miles from Lamlash Golf Club and 5.6 miles from Glenashdale Falls.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Services

Front desk

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

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo

9.6

10 reviews

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Excellent
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Good
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Maggy A

5/5
From the moment we were checked in by the appropriately named Joy to the moment we left the customer service we experienced at The Glenisle was fantastic. …

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chris a

5/5
Lovely place, easy to book over the phone. Seated immediately. We were served by friendly staff with great sense of humour. Very welcoming. Fantastic good quality food and huge portions at very reasonable prices. Will definitely return and highly recommend.

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Catherine P

5/5
Stayed for one night, but were allocated room 2. It was lovely.|All staff we met were very friendly. Special shout out to Imogen, she gave us a very warm welcome. Breakfast and dinner were very tasty. |Lovely beer garden, the weather helped! Views were gorgeous.|We will return.

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Craig D

5/5
My partner and I had the pleasure of staying at the Glenisle Hotel in Arran during Easter, and we were thoroughly impressed by our experience. …

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Irene H

5/5
Just spent a very pleasant 3 nights at this hotel. We stayed in room 1 which has 2 windows looking out over the bay. The room, and bed, was very comfortable and clean. The staff could not do enough for us.  …

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Kieran Gallagher

5/5
Absolutely amazing. Stunning scenery and gorgeous and cozy on the inside. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful and the food is amazing, especially the chips. Rooms are spotless and had an amazing time.Highly recommend

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Janina Diggins

4/5
Sadly we were seated in a very underwhelming room that lacked atmosphere. Service was slow, but the food was excellent with large portions. Staff all friendly, just didn't have as nice an area to eat in as usual

Service 3

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Paula Bell

5/5
We loved our stay at the Glenisle Hotel. Joy and all the staff were very friendly and our room was extremely comfortable with an excellent view. Breakfast was awesome. We highly recommend the Glenisle when staying on Arran.

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Kirsty K

4/5
Was made to feel very welcome and looked after by Imogen on arrival and at breakfast.At dinner we ere exceptionally well looked after by Dougal, who went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and happy.It seems like a great team who work there.The room was pleasant and we slept well.Gluten free fish was a welcome treat, with a couple of good vegan options too.Breakfast was also great!Would highly recommend and we hope to return.Thanks to all staff.Also great beer garden with beautiful flowers and plenty of birds to keep you happy.The views to the Holy Isle are also superb.

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Jeannie M

5/5
Friendly and super helpful people, cosy rooms, comfortable bed, unforgettable views, really delicious food, beautiful beer garden. We stayed 3 nights - our room overlooked beautiful Holy Isle and the sea so we were treated to an amazing sunrise.

Room 4

Service 5

Location5