West Coast Whisky Trail
Hotel Eilean Iarmain (Isle Ornsay Hotel), Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV42 8QR
tel: +44 (0)1471 833 332
fax: +44 (0)1471 833 275
web: http://www.eilean-iarmain.co.uk/home.html
email: Hotel@eileaniarmain.co.uk
Book Accomodation: http://www.eilean-iarmain.co.uk/home.html
The multi award-winning Hotel Eilean Iarmain is an establishment that pulls off with aplomb a merger of excellent cuisine, old world charm and stunning scenery. Its tasteful aura of fine living, well appointed accommodation and country sports makes any stay an experience to treasure.
Situated on a 23,000 acre sporting estate - which was once the ancient homeland of the Macdonald clan - the hotel is steeped in both history and romance. The wood panelled dining room overlooks Sleat Bay and the island of Ornsay, making it the perfect setting for a candlelit dinner.
Indeed, the hotel was voted "most romantic hotel in Great Britain and Ireland" by the AA, an award that has been added to many times from such luminaries of the hospitality business as Les Routiers and the RAC.
Getting here:Getting here: From the Skye Bridge head west on the A87 Station Road. At Kyleakin Roundabout, take the third exit road and continue along the A87. Just over five miles later take a left at Scullamus onto the A851 and head south for seven miles. At Duisdale Beag take first left turn and we are half a mile further on.
The Three Chimneys and The House Over-By, Colbost, Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, IV55 8ZT
tel: +44 (0)1470 511258
fax: +44 (0)1470 511358
web: http://www.threechimneys.co.uk
email: eatandstay@threechimneys.co.uk
Make Reservation: http://www.threechimneys.co.uk
The Three Chimneys & The House Over-By
Discover one of Scotland's most favourite restaurants and its adjacent 5-star accommodation in a remote and beautiful location on the Isle of Skye. Based in an original crofter's cottage, The Three Chimneys offers some of the finest food, service and hospitality that Scotland can provide.
Over the past two decades, the business has received countless awards and accolades, built upon its long-standing reputation for serving the very best seafood, lamb, beef and game, plus a wide variety of salads, herbs, vegetables and soft fruits from Skye. Fresh, seasonal produce always features on the daily changing menus.
The House Over-By, meanwhile, contains six sumptuous bedroom suites, all with superb sea views. Being only a 35 minute drive from Talisker Distillery, The Three Chimneys is an ideal base for exploring Skye.
Getting here:
Getting here: Colbost is five miles from Dunvegan Castle along the single-track B884 road, signposted for Glendale, which winds its way from Dunvegan to Skye's most westerly tip at Neist Point Lighthouse.
Culloden, Inverness, IV2 7BZ
tel: +44 (0) 1463 790461
fax: +44 (0) 1463 792181
web: http://www.cullodenhouse.co.uk
email: info@cullodenhouse.co.uk
Book Accomodation: http://www.cullodenhouse.co.uk/moreinfo/enquiries.asp
The multi-award winning four-star Culloden House Hotel is truly historic luxury accommodation near Inverness, the capital of the Highlands of Scotland.
A palatial country house, Culloden House might have been but a mere footnote in the history books but for Bonnie Prince Charlie. During the Jacobite uprising, Culloden House caught the eye of the Young Pretender who promptly requisitioned it as his lodgings and battle headquarters prior to that fateful and final battle on Culloden Moor on the 16th April 1746.
Some 260 years later, Culloden House Hotel is luxury accommodation for the discerning guest with a taste for fine living and excellent cuisine. Set in its own 40 acres of private grounds and parkland, Culloden House Hotel enjoys unrivalled peace, tranquility and discretion, and offers guests access to world-class golfing, shooting and fishing.
Getting here:
To reach Culloden House, take any of the road signs off the A9 or A96 marked Culloden, Smithton andTo reach Culloden House, take any of the road signs off the A9 or A96 marked Culloden, Smithton and/or Balloch. Watch for the Culloden House Hotel signs, and turn down between the historical Barn Church and dovecote following the drive to Culloden House/or Balloch. Watch for the Culloden House Hotel signs, and turn down between the historical Barn Church and dovecote following the drive to Culloden House.
For more information on how to get to Inverness, visit our Travel Information pages.
The Isle of Eriska, Hotel, Spa & Island, Ledaig, by Oban, Argyll, PA37 1SD
tel: +44 (0)1631 720371
fax: +44 (0)1631 720531
web: http://www.eriska-hotel.co.uk
email: office@eriska-hotel.co.uk
Book Accomodation: https://reservations.synxis.com/LBE/rez.aspx?Hotel=15635&Chain=6386
Located on a private 300 acre island with its own vehicle access bridge, the Isle of Eriska Hotel resonates with a certain romance you cannot find elsewhere.
Just 12 miles north of Oban in Argyll, the Isle of Eriska with its hotel and spa do their very best to turn dreams into reality. Guests of the 25 bedroom five Red Star hotel have exclusive use of the island - with its plethora of outdoor activity opportunities - and a wonderful spa and indoor leisure centre.
The main house hotel has 16 bedrooms and eight premium suites are situated in the grounds. These suites offer privacy and seclusion and boast the same level of facilities as the main house, even 24 hour room service.
Getting here:The Isle of Eriska is a two hour drive from Glasgow. At Connel, turn north on the A828, following the signposts for Fort William. Four miles later, at the village of Benderloch, follow the signs to the Isle of Eriska which is then four miles further on.Transfers from Glasgow Airport, Connel Airfield and the Connel Ferry can be arranged by contacting the Isle of Eriska Hotel.
OBAN BAY HOTEL, , Corran Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5AE
tel: 0870 950 6273
email: obanbay@crerarhotels.com
The gorgeous Oban Bay Hotel & Spa is located on the edge of Oban's picturesque esplanade and is the perfect spot from which to discover Scotland's West Coast. The hotel's sprawling sun lounge stretches the entire length of the hotel where you can soak up the uninterrupted views of Mull, Kerrera and the Firth of Lorne.
Imagine returning from a full body massage, relaxing on a huge four-poster bed and savouring uninterrupted views of Scotland's untamed West Coast. This is just a snapshot of your experience when you stay in one of the hotel’s luxury suites. All rooms have just been restored to the highest standards. Spacious executive rooms and warm, cosy standard rooms are available with most enjoying stunning views.
With an emphasis on fresh, local seafood, organic produce and attentive service, the Rannachan restaurant is a welcome treat at the end of your busy day. Claim an area in the sun lounge and unwind with coffee and a good book whilst enjoying the sunset.
The hotel's luxury spa lets you enjoy total relaxation when you stay, with complimentary use of the steam room, sauna and massage chair. Additional treatments are available to book including massage, facials, pedicures and manicures.
Getting here:Oban Bay Hotel & Spa enjoys a perfect location on the shores of Oban, just minutes from the train station and ferry terminals. This map of Oban, Scotland gives you our exact location.
By car: If you are driving from the south, take the A82 to Tyndrum and join the A85 to Oban. If you are coming from the north, take the A82 and cross the Ballachulish Bridge. At the roundabout, take the Oban A828 exit. Follow the road across the Connel Bridge and at the T-junction turn left for Oban.
PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO ARRANGE PARKING.
By train: First ScotRail runs twice-daily trains from Queen Street Station in Glasgow.
By ferry: Mull, Colonsay and the Western Isle ferries berth a short stroll from our hotel.
By plane: The nearest airports are Glasgow and Edinburgh.
ISLE OF MULL HOTEL, Craignure, Isle of Mull, PA65 6BB
tel: 0870 950 6267
email: isleofmull@crerarhotels.com
Enjoying stunning sea views over the breathtaking Craignure Bay, extensive spa facilities and award-winning gourmet food, the Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa should be at the top of your list when planning a trip to Scotland's west coast. Despite our convenient location to the ferry terminal and main centre, you will feel a million miles away from it all.
The hotel has recently opened a brand new £2 million pound luxury spa and swimming pool offering a wide variety of spa treatments including a selection of opulent Decleor treatments, and facilities including an outdoor hot tub, fully equipped gym, sauna and steam room.
Guest rooms are elegantly designed with contemporary, natural décor and you can choose from single, double, twin and family rooms. Executive rooms feature divine little extras such as Tobermory whisky miniatures, fluffy bathrobes and slippers.
The award-winning Sheallach-Na-Mara restaurant enjoys panoramic views over Craignure Bay, and serves a fabulous range of dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including tasty Arbroath smokies, delicious fine Mull beef and a selection of fish dishes. If you're heading out to explore Mull you can request a packed lunch and the hotel will prepare anything from a few sandwiches to an extravagant hamper.
Getting here:Situated on the crescent of Craignure Bay, our hotel is a short walk from the ferry terminal and only two kilometres from the main centre of Mull.
By car: Two ferry ports service Mull. From the south, head for Oban and take the ferry to Craignure. We are 1km along the road to Tobermory. From the North, take the Corran and Lochaline ferries. Turn right at Fishnish toward Craignure. We are along to the left, just before reaching Craignure.
By railway: The nearest railway station is Oban
LOCH FYNE HOTEL, Inveraray, Argyll, PA32 8XT
tel: 0870 950 6270
email: lochfyne@crerarhotels.com
The enchanting Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa enjoys uninterrupted views across Loch Fyne. You can spend lazy afternoons on the hotel terrace, pick fresh mussels from rocks in front of the hotel or indulge in the fabulous treatments on offer in our spa. Nearby, you will find ancient castles, beautiful gardens, superb golf courses, tranquil walking trails and so much more.
The Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa has 71 guest rooms, all of which have been recently styled with the finest Ralph Lauren, Island Mill and Villeroy & Boch furnishings. Spoil yourself and book a suite with its roll top bath, large screen TV, DVD player and stunning views of the loch.
The hotel has first class spa facilities including a 15m indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and tanning beds. The hotel's trained therapists can soothe tired muscles and make your skin glow with a wide range of treatments. The outdoor hot-tub is a welcoming retreat at the end of the day where you can relax amongst frothy bubbles while you take in uninterrupted views of the beautiful loch.
Getting here:Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa is situated 47 miles North of Glasgow, on the idyllic West Coast of Scotland.
By car: Take the A83 to Campbeltown. At Inveraray, continue through town on A83. You will find our hotel five minutes along, on the Lochgilphead side.
Crinan Hotel, Crinan by Lochgilphead, Argyll, PA31 8SR
tel: +44 (0)1546 830261
fax: +44 (0)1546 830292
web: http://www.crinanhotel.com
Book Accomodation: http://www.crinanhotel.com/tariff.html
If you are looking for a central base from which to explore the West Coast Whisky Trail, the Crinan Hotel by Lochgilphead in Argyll is a strong contender. Its location at the end of the Crinan Canal - which links Loch Fyne to the Atlantic - makes the Crinan Hotel a gateway to the distilleries on Islay, Jura, Mull, Arran and the Kintyre peninsula.
An award-winning hotel, which has received top reviews for its cuisine, the Crinan Hotel is rightly renowned for being a world-class seafood restaurant and an international meeting point for sailors, fishermen and yachtsmen. With a jetty just yards from the hotel's kitchens, seafood doesn't come any fresher.
Offering 20 bedrooms, many with private balconies, guests at The Crinan Hotel are assured of a gastronomic delight in comfortable, well-appointed surroundings set in the rugged Argyll countryside.
Getting here:From Glasgow cross the Erskine Bridge and head north up Loch Lomond on the A82. At Tarbet, take the A83 along Loch Fyne until you reach Lochgilphead where you join the A816 for some two miles before turning off onto the B841 for the village of Crinan.
The Harbour Inn, The Square, Bowmore, Isle of Islay, PA43 7JR
tel: +44 (0)1496 810330
fax: +44 (0)1496 810990
web: http://www.harbour-inn.com
email: info@harbour-inn.com
Make Reservation: http://www.harbour-inn.com/whisky_holiday.html
Located in Bowmore, Islay, The Harbour Inn & Restaurant bills itself as a destination for all seasons.
Together with award-winning food, The Harbour Inn & Restaurant offers 5-star accommodation. Relax in individually decorated, warm and comfortable rooms. All have controllable heating and en-suite bathrooms. Each room has television, hospitality tray and direct dial telephones - those nice little touches to make you feel at home.
According to the Sunday Times, "There is much to recommend The Harbour Inn - the shelves are laden with Islay malts and plentiful supplies of scallops, crab, lobster and oysters. Equally good is the local beef, lamb and seasonal game and the kitchen prides itself on an imaginative array of vegetarian dishes."
Getting here:From the Port Ellen ferry terminal head north on the A846 for Bowmore, The Harbour Inn is 10.5 miles distant from the pier.
By Ferry:
Caledonian MacBrayne (tel: 01475 650100) run the ferry between Kennacraig on the mainland and Port Ellen / Port Askaig on Islay. Normally 3 sailings daily, except Wednesdays and Sundays. Time: 2 hours. Prices start at £10.70 for a foot passenger and from £59 for a car (Winter Prices). Coach services operate from Glasgow to Kennacraig - contact Scottish Citylink Coaches on 08705 505050.
By Air:
British Airways (tel: 0845 7733377) fly from Glasgow to Islay twice daily. Time: 30 mins. The little plane flies over Arran, the Mull of Kintyre and the Kildalton Distilleries before landing right beside the beach.
To find out more about getting to Islay, visit our Travel Information pages.
Machrie Hotel & Golf Links, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll, PA42 7AN
tel: +44 (0)1496 302310
fax: +44 (0)1496 302404
web: http://www.machrie.com
email: machrie@machrie.com
Make Reservation: http://www.machrie.com/hotel/index.html
Striving to be a home from home is the aim of The Machrie Hotel and Golf Links near Port Ellen on the beautiful Hebridean island of Islay.
The Machrie offers the ideal balance: a famous classic links course perched above the golden sands of Laggan Bay - an unforgettable golfing experience - combined with a hotel run with the warmth and informality that brings people back time and again.
In their acclaimed restaurant, a wide range of fresh local produce is prepared with imagination and flair. Afterwards, relax in one of the Machrie's cosy bars and get to know some of Islay's famous single malt whiskies in comfort.
The Machrie are delighted to help guests book distillery visits, suggest the best routes for nature and bird-watching walks, coastal rambles, fishing, horse-riding, cycling or historic sightseeing.
Getting here:We are two and half miles south of Islay Airport just off the A846. From the Port Ellen ferry terminal, head north east on the A846 for four miles.
Getting to Islay:
By Ferry:
Caledonian MacBrayne (tel: 01475 650100) run the ferry between Kennacraig on the mainland and Port Ellen / Port Askaig on Islay. Normally 3 sailings daily, except Wednesdays and Sundays. Time: 2 hours. Prices start at £10.70 for a foot passenger and from £59 for a car (Winter Prices). Coach services operate from Glasgow to Kennacraig - contact Scottish Citylink Coaches on 08705 505050.
By Air:
British Airways (tel: 0845 7733377) fly from Glasgow to Islay twice daily. Time: 30 mins. The little plane flies over Arran, the Mull of Kintyre and the Kildalton Distilleries before landing right beside the beach.
To find out more about getting to Islay, visit our Travel Information pages.
Port Charlotte Hotel, Isle of Islay, Argyll, PA48 7TU
tel: +44 (0)1496 850360
fax: +44 (0)1496 850361
web: http://www.portcharlottehotel.co.uk
email: info@portcharlottehotel.co.uk
Book Accomodation: http://www.milford.co.uk/cgi/enquiry.php?id=100097
Tastefully restored, this 4-star Victorian hotel is situated by the seashore in the centre of Port Charlotte, an attractive conservation village.
All rooms are en-suite and enjoy fantastic sea views out across Loch Indaal and the bay. Guest can also enjoy the scenery while relaxing in the hotel's conservatory and gardens that open directly onto a sandy beach.
A la Carte dining room and bar meals are both available and feature local seafood, beef and lamb complemented by a wide range of quality wines to suit all palates. In the cosy bar, homage is paid to Islay's proud whisky heritage with a large collection of Islay malt whiskies to sample, not to mention the island's distinctive Islay Ales on tap. A haven for those who enjoy good food and drink.
Getting here:From Port Ellen ferry terminal turn left, and then take the B8016 for nine miles. At Bridgend turn left onto the A847 and follow signs for Port Charlotte.
By Ferry:
Caledonian MacBrayne (tel: 01475 650100) run the ferry between Kennacraig on the mainland and Port Ellen / Port Askaig on Islay. Normally 3 sailings daily, except Wednesdays and Sundays. Time: 2 hours. Prices start at £10.70 for a foot passenger and from £59 for a car (Winter Prices). Coach services operate from Glasgow to Kennacraig - contact Scottish Citylink Coaches on 08705 505050.
By Air:
British Airways (tel: 0845 7733377) fly from Glasgow to Islay twice daily. Time: 30 mins. The little plane flies over Arran, the Mull of Kintyre and the Kildalton Distilleries before landing right beside the beach.
To find out more about getting to Islay, visit our Travel Information pages.
Auchrannie House Hotel, Spa Resort and Country Club, Brodick, Isle of Arran, KA27 8BZ
tel: +44 (0)1770 302 234
fax: +44 (0)1770 302 812
web: http://www.auchrannie.co.uk
email: hotel@auchrannie.co.uk
Make Reservation: http://www.auchrannie.co.uk/book_online/index.html
Arran quite rightly has a reputation for being one of Scotland's most accessible and beautiful islands. An apt setting, then, for the high quality Auchrannie Resort, nestling in Glencloy, a short distance from the Brodick ferry terminal.
Auchrannie offers visitors a unique choice of accommodation: two distinctive four star hotels and five star self-catering lodges - all backed with the extensive range of leisure, pampering and dining options normally only found in larger resorts.
Choose between Auchrannie House Hotel with its country house style and panoramic views over its expansive private grounds or Auchrannie Spa with its contemporary feel and spacious bedrooms.
A visit to Auchrannie ensures guests return home from their well-earned break feeling refreshed and enriched.
Book accomodation direct here
Getting here:From the Brodick ferry terminal, follow the main road west through the town. After half a mile, turn left into Auchenrannie Road.
The Westin Turnberry Resort, Maidens Road, Turnberry, Ayrshire, KA26 9LT
tel: +44 (0)165 5331000
fax: +44 (0)165 5331 706
web: http://westin.com/turnberry
Make Reservation: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/search/pre_decider_all.html?propertyID=1109&EM=EPS_Reservations_WI_1109_NWE
The Westin Turnberry Resort
The famous Westin Turnberry Resort, near Ayr, enjoys a spectacular coastal setting with breathtaking views of the Isle of Arran, Ailsa Craig and the Irish Sea. Surrounded by Scotland’s most beautiful scenery, every visit is unforgettable.
With world-class golf on two championship courses, a superb nine-hole course, and The Colin Montgomerie Links Golf Academy, Turnberry makes an ideal stopping off point on your West Coast Whisky Trail adventure. But if golf and the resort's outdoor activity centre sound too strenuous, relax instead at Turnberry's award-winning spa.
Comfortable accommodations are available in their magnificently restored hotel, many with ocean views, as well as in two-bedroom cottages and six or eight bedroom lodges. All are stylishly decorated and feature the Westin Heavenly Bed.
Getting here:
We are located just off the A77, the main Ayr to Stranraer road, two miles south of Kirkoswald. We are an hour from Glasgow City Centre and 30 minutes from Glasgow Prestwick International Airport.
Balinakill Country House Hotel, Clachan, Tarbert, Argyll, PA29 6XL
tel: +44 (0)1880 740206
fax: +44 (0)1880 740298
web: http://www.balinakill.com
email: info@balinakill.com
Book Accomodation: http://www.balinakill.com/contact.php
Welcome to Balinakill, more country house than hotel; a place to relax, unwind and restore your spirit.Once the centre of a large estate, the house now has six acres of peaceful grounds, and direct access to miles of tracks in the hills behind. We can arrange a variety of outdoor activities and indoors we have a range of relaxing therapies which you can pre book to enjoy during your stay.
Dinner in our beautiful AA Rosetted restaurant is a delight, with menus featuring wonderful local produce, much of it free range and organic and we have a fine selection of wines and local malts to complete the experience.
From Balinakill a glorious coastal drive of some 26 miles will bring you past Machrihanish Champonship golf course to Campbeltown, home of the famous Springbank Distillery and there are ferry connections to various Island distilleries too.
Getting here:
You will find us some 10 miles south of Tarbert; the hotel driveway is accessed from the main A83 road. As you approach the village of Clachan, Balinakill Country House Hotel is on the left.
Hotel Eilean Iarmain (Isle Ornsay Hotel), Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV42 8QR
tel: +44 (0)1471 833 332
fax: +44 (0)1471 833 275
web: http://www.eilean-iarmain.co.uk/home.html
email: Hotel@eileaniarmain.co.uk
Book Accomodation: http://www.eilean-iarmain.co.uk/home.html
The multi award-winning Hotel Eilean Iarmain is an establishment that pulls off with aplomb a merger of excellent cuisine, old world charm and stunning scenery. Its tasteful aura of fine living, well appointed accommodation and country sports makes any stay an experience to treasure.
Situated on a 23,000 acre sporting estate - which was once the ancient homeland of the Macdonald clan - the hotel is steeped in both history and romance. The wood panelled dining room overlooks Sleat Bay and the island of Ornsay, making it the perfect setting for a candlelit dinner.
Indeed, the hotel was voted "most romantic hotel in Great Britain and Ireland" by the AA, an award that has been added to many times from such luminaries of the hospitality business as Les Routiers and the RAC.
Getting here:Getting here: From the Skye Bridge head west on the A87 Station Road. At Kyleakin Roundabout, take the third exit road and continue along the A87. Just over five miles later take a left at Scullamus onto the A851 and head south for seven miles. At Duisdale Beag take first left turn and we are half a mile further on.
The Three Chimneys and The House Over-By, Colbost, Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, IV55 8ZT
tel: +44 (0)1470 511258
fax: +44 (0)1470 511358
web: http://www.threechimneys.co.uk
email: eatandstay@threechimneys.co.uk
Make Reservation: http://www.threechimneys.co.uk
The Three Chimneys & The House Over-By
Discover one of Scotland's most favourite restaurants and its adjacent 5-star accommodation in a remote and beautiful location on the Isle of Skye. Based in an original crofter's cottage, The Three Chimneys offers some of the finest food, service and hospitality that Scotland can provide.
Over the past two decades, the business has received countless awards and accolades, built upon its long-standing reputation for serving the very best seafood, lamb, beef and game, plus a wide variety of salads, herbs, vegetables and soft fruits from Skye. Fresh, seasonal produce always features on the daily changing menus.
The House Over-By, meanwhile, contains six sumptuous bedroom suites, all with superb sea views. Being only a 35 minute drive from Talisker Distillery, The Three Chimneys is an ideal base for exploring Skye.
Getting here:
Getting here: Colbost is five miles from Dunvegan Castle along the single-track B884 road, signposted for Glendale, which winds its way from Dunvegan to Skye's most westerly tip at Neist Point Lighthouse.
Culloden, Inverness, IV2 7BZ
tel: +44 (0) 1463 790461
fax: +44 (0) 1463 792181
web: http://www.cullodenhouse.co.uk
email: info@cullodenhouse.co.uk
Book Accomodation: http://www.cullodenhouse.co.uk/moreinfo/enquiries.asp
The multi-award winning four-star Culloden House Hotel is truly historic luxury accommodation near Inverness, the capital of the Highlands of Scotland.
A palatial country house, Culloden House might have been but a mere footnote in the history books but for Bonnie Prince Charlie. During the Jacobite uprising, Culloden House caught the eye of the Young Pretender who promptly requisitioned it as his lodgings and battle headquarters prior to that fateful and final battle on Culloden Moor on the 16th April 1746.
Some 260 years later, Culloden House Hotel is luxury accommodation for the discerning guest with a taste for fine living and excellent cuisine. Set in its own 40 acres of private grounds and parkland, Culloden House Hotel enjoys unrivalled peace, tranquility and discretion, and offers guests access to world-class golfing, shooting and fishing.
Getting here:
To reach Culloden House, take any of the road signs off the A9 or A96 marked Culloden, Smithton andTo reach Culloden House, take any of the road signs off the A9 or A96 marked Culloden, Smithton and/or Balloch. Watch for the Culloden House Hotel signs, and turn down between the historical Barn Church and dovecote following the drive to Culloden House/or Balloch. Watch for the Culloden House Hotel signs, and turn down between the historical Barn Church and dovecote following the drive to Culloden House.
For more information on how to get to Inverness, visit our Travel Information pages.
Crannog Restaurant and Cruises, Town Pier, Fort William, Inverness-shire, PH33 6DB
web: http://www.crannog.net
email: enquiries@crannog.net
Make Reservation: http://www.oceanandoak.co.uk/index.asp?TopicID=1
For almost twenty years, Crannog Restaurant, a former pier-side bait store, has staked its reputation on one thing: serving deliciously cooked seafood fresh from the crystal-clear waters of the West Coast of Scotland.
With a prime Fort William waterfront location and beautiful views over the loch, guests can enjoy fantastic local seafood and excellent wines in comfortable surroundings.
Or you may also wish to board the Crannog Cruises' vessel, Souter's Lass for a relaxing cruise down Loch Linnhe. With spectacular scenery and great views of Ben Nevis, it's a marvellous way to see the local sights, including wildlife such as porpoises, salmon, seals and the occasional Golden Eagle. Daily 90 minutes cruises depart from the Town Pier from April to October.
Crannog Restaurant Tel: +44 (0)1397 705589
Crannog Cruises Tel: +44 (0)1397 700714
Getting here:Crannog Restaurant and Cruises are located on the Town Pier. It's the big red-roofed building that dominates the end of the pier.
OBAN BAY HOTEL, , Corran Esplanade, Oban, PA34 5AE
tel: 0870 950 6273
email: obanbay@crerarhotels.com
The gorgeous Oban Bay Hotel & Spa is located on the edge of Oban's picturesque esplanade and is the perfect spot from which to discover Scotland's West Coast. The hotel's sprawling sun lounge stretches the entire length of the hotel where you can soak up the uninterrupted views of Mull, Kerrera and the Firth of Lorne.
Imagine returning from a full body massage, relaxing on a huge four-poster bed and savouring uninterrupted views of Scotland's untamed West Coast. This is just a snapshot of your experience when you stay in one of the hotel’s luxury suites. All rooms have just been restored to the highest standards. Spacious executive rooms and warm, cosy standard rooms are available with most enjoying stunning views.
With an emphasis on fresh, local seafood, organic produce and attentive service, the Rannachan restaurant is a welcome treat at the end of your busy day. Claim an area in the sun lounge and unwind with coffee and a good book whilst enjoying the sunset.
The hotel's luxury spa lets you enjoy total relaxation when you stay, with complimentary use of the steam room, sauna and massage chair. Additional treatments are available to book including massage, facials, pedicures and manicures.
Getting here:Oban Bay Hotel & Spa enjoys a perfect location on the shores of Oban, just minutes from the train station and ferry terminals. This map of Oban, Scotland gives you our exact location.
By car: If you are driving from the south, take the A82 to Tyndrum and join the A85 to Oban. If you are coming from the north, take the A82 and cross the Ballachulish Bridge. At the roundabout, take the Oban A828 exit. Follow the road across the Connel Bridge and at the T-junction turn left for Oban.
PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO ARRANGE PARKING.
By train: First ScotRail runs twice-daily trains from Queen Street Station in Glasgow.
By ferry: Mull, Colonsay and the Western Isle ferries berth a short stroll from our hotel.
By plane: The nearest airports are Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Loch Fyne Oysters, Clachan, Cairndow, Argyll, PA26 8BL
tel: 01499 600236
web: http://www.lochfyne.com
email: oysterb@lochfyne.com
Make Reservation: http://www.lochfyne.com/pages/content.asp?PageID=58
Loch Fyne Oysters is a world-renowned brand that is recognised for high quality sustainably-produced oysters, mussels, smoked products and seafood.
Situated at the head of Loch Fyne, north east of Inveraray, Argyll, the company operate the UK's largest oyster farm, as well as a mussel farm, a smokehouse - producing a range of quality smoked salmon, the world famous Loch Fyne Oyster Bar restaurant and a well stocked shop which welcomes over one million visitors every year.
The restaurant has been listed in the Good Food Guide every year since 1987. The menu is founded on serving the freshest local food in a simple manner. Over the years this philosophy has been extended from seafood to local meat, games and cheeses.
Loch Fyne Restaurant and Oyster Bar, Clachan
Tel: +44(0)1499 600236
email: oysterb@lochfyne.com
Loch Fyne Shop, Cairndow
Tel: +44(0)1499 600264
email: info@lochfyne.com
We are located on the A83 Inveraray to Campbeltown road in Clachan and Cairndow at the head of Loch Fyne.
Crinan Hotel, Crinan by Lochgilphead, Argyll, PA31 8SR
tel: +44 (0)1546 830261
fax: +44 (0)1546 830292
web: http://www.crinanhotel.com
Book Accomodation: http://www.crinanhotel.com/tariff.html
If you are looking for a central base from which to explore the West Coast Whisky Trail, the Crinan Hotel by Lochgilphead in Argyll is a strong contender. Its location at the end of the Crinan Canal - which links Loch Fyne to the Atlantic - makes the Crinan Hotel a gateway to the distilleries on Islay, Jura, Mull, Arran and the Kintyre peninsula.
An award-winning hotel, which has received top reviews for its cuisine, the Crinan Hotel is rightly renowned for being a world-class seafood restaurant and an international meeting point for sailors, fishermen and yachtsmen. With a jetty just yards from the hotel's kitchens, seafood doesn't come any fresher.
Offering 20 bedrooms, many with private balconies, guests at The Crinan Hotel are assured of a gastronomic delight in comfortable, well-appointed surroundings set in the rugged Argyll countryside.
Getting here:From Glasgow cross the Erskine Bridge and head north up Loch Lomond on the A82. At Tarbet, take the A83 along Loch Fyne until you reach Lochgilphead where you join the A816 for some two miles before turning off onto the B841 for the village of Crinan.
The Harbour Inn, The Square, Bowmore, Isle of Islay, PA43 7JR
tel: +44 (0)1496 810330
fax: +44 (0)1496 810990
web: http://www.harbour-inn.com
email: info@harbour-inn.com
Make Reservation: http://www.harbour-inn.com/whisky_holiday.html
Located in Bowmore, Islay, The Harbour Inn & Restaurant bills itself as a destination for all seasons.
Together with award-winning food, The Harbour Inn & Restaurant offers 5-star accommodation. Relax in individually decorated, warm and comfortable rooms. All have controllable heating and en-suite bathrooms. Each room has television, hospitality tray and direct dial telephones - those nice little touches to make you feel at home.
According to the Sunday Times, "There is much to recommend The Harbour Inn - the shelves are laden with Islay malts and plentiful supplies of scallops, crab, lobster and oysters. Equally good is the local beef, lamb and seasonal game and the kitchen prides itself on an imaginative array of vegetarian dishes."
Getting here:From the Port Ellen ferry terminal head north on the A846 for Bowmore, The Harbour Inn is 10.5 miles distant from the pier.
By Ferry:
Caledonian MacBrayne (tel: 01475 650100) run the ferry between Kennacraig on the mainland and Port Ellen / Port Askaig on Islay. Normally 3 sailings daily, except Wednesdays and Sundays. Time: 2 hours. Prices start at £10.70 for a foot passenger and from £59 for a car (Winter Prices). Coach services operate from Glasgow to Kennacraig - contact Scottish Citylink Coaches on 08705 505050.
By Air:
British Airways (tel: 0845 7733377) fly from Glasgow to Islay twice daily. Time: 30 mins. The little plane flies over Arran, the Mull of Kintyre and the Kildalton Distilleries before landing right beside the beach.
To find out more about getting to Islay, visit our Travel Information pages.
Machrie Hotel & Golf Links, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll, PA42 7AN
tel: +44 (0)1496 302310
fax: +44 (0)1496 302404
web: http://www.machrie.com
email: machrie@machrie.com
Make Reservation: http://www.machrie.com/hotel/index.html
Striving to be a home from home is the aim of The Machrie Hotel and Golf Links near Port Ellen on the beautiful Hebridean island of Islay.
The Machrie offers the ideal balance: a famous classic links course perched above the golden sands of Laggan Bay - an unforgettable golfing experience - combined with a hotel run with the warmth and informality that brings people back time and again.
In their acclaimed restaurant, a wide range of fresh local produce is prepared with imagination and flair. Afterwards, relax in one of the Machrie's cosy bars and get to know some of Islay's famous single malt whiskies in comfort.
The Machrie are delighted to help guests book distillery visits, suggest the best routes for nature and bird-watching walks, coastal rambles, fishing, horse-riding, cycling or historic sightseeing.
Getting here:We are two and half miles south of Islay Airport just off the A846. From the Port Ellen ferry terminal, head north east on the A846 for four miles.
Getting to Islay:
By Ferry:
Caledonian MacBrayne (tel: 01475 650100) run the ferry between Kennacraig on the mainland and Port Ellen / Port Askaig on Islay. Normally 3 sailings daily, except Wednesdays and Sundays. Time: 2 hours. Prices start at £10.70 for a foot passenger and from £59 for a car (Winter Prices). Coach services operate from Glasgow to Kennacraig - contact Scottish Citylink Coaches on 08705 505050.
By Air:
British Airways (tel: 0845 7733377) fly from Glasgow to Islay twice daily. Time: 30 mins. The little plane flies over Arran, the Mull of Kintyre and the Kildalton Distilleries before landing right beside the beach.
To find out more about getting to Islay, visit our Travel Information pages.
Port Charlotte Hotel, Isle of Islay, Argyll, PA48 7TU
tel: +44 (0)1496 850360
fax: +44 (0)1496 850361
web: http://www.portcharlottehotel.co.uk
email: info@portcharlottehotel.co.uk
Book Accomodation: http://www.milford.co.uk/cgi/enquiry.php?id=100097
Tastefully restored, this 4-star Victorian hotel is situated by the seashore in the centre of Port Charlotte, an attractive conservation village.
All rooms are en-suite and enjoy fantastic sea views out across Loch Indaal and the bay. Guest can also enjoy the scenery while relaxing in the hotel's conservatory and gardens that open directly onto a sandy beach.
A la Carte dining room and bar meals are both available and feature local seafood, beef and lamb complemented by a wide range of quality wines to suit all palates. In the cosy bar, homage is paid to Islay's proud whisky heritage with a large collection of Islay malt whiskies to sample, not to mention the island's distinctive Islay Ales on tap. A haven for those who enjoy good food and drink.
Getting here:From Port Ellen ferry terminal turn left, and then take the B8016 for nine miles. At Bridgend turn left onto the A847 and follow signs for Port Charlotte.
By Ferry:
Caledonian MacBrayne (tel: 01475 650100) run the ferry between Kennacraig on the mainland and Port Ellen / Port Askaig on Islay. Normally 3 sailings daily, except Wednesdays and Sundays. Time: 2 hours. Prices start at £10.70 for a foot passenger and from £59 for a car (Winter Prices). Coach services operate from Glasgow to Kennacraig - contact Scottish Citylink Coaches on 08705 505050.
By Air:
British Airways (tel: 0845 7733377) fly from Glasgow to Islay twice daily. Time: 30 mins. The little plane flies over Arran, the Mull of Kintyre and the Kildalton Distilleries before landing right beside the beach.
To find out more about getting to Islay, visit our Travel Information pages.
Auchrannie House Hotel, Spa Resort and Country Club, Brodick, Isle of Arran, KA27 8BZ
tel: +44 (0)1770 302 234
fax: +44 (0)1770 302 812
web: http://www.auchrannie.co.uk
email: hotel@auchrannie.co.uk
Make Reservation: http://www.auchrannie.co.uk/book_online/index.html
Arran quite rightly has a reputation for being one of Scotland's most accessible and beautiful islands. An apt setting, then, for the high quality Auchrannie Resort, nestling in Glencloy, a short distance from the Brodick ferry terminal.
Auchrannie offers visitors a unique choice of accommodation: two distinctive four star hotels and five star self-catering lodges - all backed with the extensive range of leisure, pampering and dining options normally only found in larger resorts.
Choose between Auchrannie House Hotel with its country house style and panoramic views over its expansive private grounds or Auchrannie Spa with its contemporary feel and spacious bedrooms.
A visit to Auchrannie ensures guests return home from their well-earned break feeling refreshed and enriched.
Book accomodation direct here
Getting here:From the Brodick ferry terminal, follow the main road west through the town. After half a mile, turn left into Auchenrannie Road.
Balinakill Country House Hotel, Clachan, Tarbert, Argyll, PA29 6XL
tel: +44 (0)1880 740206
fax: +44 (0)1880 740298
web: http://www.balinakill.com
email: info@balinakill.com
Book Accomodation: http://www.balinakill.com/contact.php
Welcome to Balinakill, more country house than hotel; a place to relax, unwind and restore your spirit.Once the centre of a large estate, the house now has six acres of peaceful grounds, and direct access to miles of tracks in the hills behind. We can arrange a variety of outdoor activities and indoors we have a range of relaxing therapies which you can pre book to enjoy during your stay.
Dinner in our beautiful AA Rosetted restaurant is a delight, with menus featuring wonderful local produce, much of it free range and organic and we have a fine selection of wines and local malts to complete the experience.
From Balinakill a glorious coastal drive of some 26 miles will bring you past Machrihanish Champonship golf course to Campbeltown, home of the famous Springbank Distillery and there are ferry connections to various Island distilleries too.
Getting here:
You will find us some 10 miles south of Tarbert; the hotel driveway is accessed from the main A83 road. As you approach the village of Clachan, Balinakill Country House Hotel is on the left.
Hotel Eilean Iarmain (Isle Ornsay Hotel), Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV42 8QR
tel: +44 (0)1471 833 332
fax: +44 (0)1471 833 275
web: http://www.eilean-iarmain.co.uk/home.html
email: Hotel@eileaniarmain.co.uk
Book Accomodation: http://www.eilean-iarmain.co.uk/home.html
The multi award-winning Hotel Eilean Iarmain is an establishment that pulls off with aplomb a merger of excellent cuisine, old world charm and stunning scenery. Its tasteful aura of fine living, well appointed accommodation and country sports makes any stay an experience to treasure.
Situated on a 23,000 acre sporting estate - which was once the ancient homeland of the Macdonald clan - the hotel is steeped in both history and romance. The wood panelled dining room overlooks Sleat Bay and the island of Ornsay, making it the perfect setting for a candlelit dinner.
Indeed, the hotel was voted "most romantic hotel in Great Britain and Ireland" by the AA, an award that has been added to many times from such luminaries of the hospitality business as Les Routiers and the RAC.
Getting here:Getting here: From the Skye Bridge head west on the A87 Station Road. At Kyleakin Roundabout, take the third exit road and continue along the A87. Just over five miles later take a left at Scullamus onto the A851 and head south for seven miles. At Duisdale Beag take first left turn and we are half a mile further on.
Crannog Restaurant and Cruises, Town Pier, Fort William, Inverness-shire, PH33 6DB
web: http://www.crannog.net
email: enquiries@crannog.net
Make Reservation: http://www.oceanandoak.co.uk/index.asp?TopicID=1
For almost twenty years, Crannog Restaurant, a former pier-side bait store, has staked its reputation on one thing: serving deliciously cooked seafood fresh from the crystal-clear waters of the West Coast of Scotland.
With a prime Fort William waterfront location and beautiful views over the loch, guests can enjoy fantastic local seafood and excellent wines in comfortable surroundings.
Or you may also wish to board the Crannog Cruises' vessel, Souter's Lass for a relaxing cruise down Loch Linnhe. With spectacular scenery and great views of Ben Nevis, it's a marvellous way to see the local sights, including wildlife such as porpoises, salmon, seals and the occasional Golden Eagle. Daily 90 minutes cruises depart from the Town Pier from April to October.
Crannog Restaurant Tel: +44 (0)1397 705589
Crannog Cruises Tel: +44 (0)1397 700714
Getting here:Crannog Restaurant and Cruises are located on the Town Pier. It's the big red-roofed building that dominates the end of the pier.
The Isle of Eriska, Hotel, Spa & Island, Ledaig, by Oban, Argyll, PA37 1SD
tel: +44 (0)1631 720371
fax: +44 (0)1631 720531
web: http://www.eriska-hotel.co.uk
email: office@eriska-hotel.co.uk
Book Accomodation: https://reservations.synxis.com/LBE/rez.aspx?Hotel=15635&Chain=6386
Located on a private 300 acre island with its own vehicle access bridge, the Isle of Eriska Hotel resonates with a certain romance you cannot find elsewhere.
Just 12 miles north of Oban in Argyll, the Isle of Eriska with its hotel and spa do their very best to turn dreams into reality. Guests of the 25 bedroom five Red Star hotel have exclusive use of the island - with its plethora of outdoor activity opportunities - and a wonderful spa and indoor leisure centre.
The main house hotel has 16 bedrooms and eight premium suites are situated in the grounds. These suites offer privacy and seclusion and boast the same level of facilities as the main house, even 24 hour room service.
Getting here:The Isle of Eriska is a two hour drive from Glasgow. At Connel, turn north on the A828, following the signposts for Fort William. Four miles later, at the village of Benderloch, follow the signs to the Isle of Eriska which is then four miles further on.Transfers from Glasgow Airport, Connel Airfield and the Connel Ferry can be arranged by contacting the Isle of Eriska Hotel.
Torosay Castle & Gardens, Craignure, Isle of Mull, Argyll, PA65 6AY
tel: +44 (0)1680 812421
fax: +44 (0)1680 812470
web: www.torosay.com
email: info@torosay.com
Book Tour: http://www.torosay.com
Torosay Castle and Gardens
Torosay Castle completed in 1858 by the eminent Victorian era architect, David Bryce is a classic of the Scottish Baronial style. It is one of the finer examples of the Scottish architect's work and one of the few still used as a family home and open to the public.
The castle and its extensive gardens are an archetype of a bygone age. Replete with family portraits, memorabilia and antique furniture, the castle is rich in history dating from the 17th century onwards.
The gardens, meanwhile, extend to 12 acres and are an eclectic mix of formal terraces, tender plants nurtured by the forgiving Gulf Stream, Japanese Gardens and Italian statuary. Also within the grounds is Torosay Farm - home to the castle's herd of pedigree Highland cattle and flocks of Cheviot and Blackface sheep - and two holiday let cottages.
Getting here:
Getting here - The Isle of Mull is just a 40 minute ferry journey away from Oban. From Craignure, head south on the A849 for 1.5 miles. There is also a forest walk from Craignure or you can take the famous narrow gauge railway steam train.
, PA32 8XE
web: www.inveraray-castle.com
Inveraray Castle is first and foremost a family home to the Duke and Duchess of Argyll and their two boys. Its very existence reflects the part played by the Campbell family in the rich tapestry of Scottish History.
The contents of Inveraray Castle span many generations of the family and will give you a glimpse of Scottish heritage and the way their ancestors lived.
The stunningly beautiful castle gardens are open to the general public during May and June for guided tours on Friday afternoons at 2.00pm with organized tour groups by special request.
A wide range of activities are also available on the Inveraray Estate and in the surrounding area, making Inveraray an ideal place for a relaxing break
Machrie Hotel & Golf Links, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll, PA42 7AN
tel: +44 (0)1496 302310
fax: +44 (0)1496 302404
web: http://www.machrie.com
email: machrie@machrie.com
Make Reservation: http://www.machrie.com/hotel/index.html
Striving to be a home from home is the aim of The Machrie Hotel and Golf Links near Port Ellen on the beautiful Hebridean island of Islay.
The Machrie offers the ideal balance: a famous classic links course perched above the golden sands of Laggan Bay - an unforgettable golfing experience - combined with a hotel run with the warmth and informality that brings people back time and again.
In their acclaimed restaurant, a wide range of fresh local produce is prepared with imagination and flair. Afterwards, relax in one of the Machrie's cosy bars and get to know some of Islay's famous single malt whiskies in comfort.
The Machrie are delighted to help guests book distillery visits, suggest the best routes for nature and bird-watching walks, coastal rambles, fishing, horse-riding, cycling or historic sightseeing.
Getting here:We are two and half miles south of Islay Airport just off the A846. From the Port Ellen ferry terminal, head north east on the A846 for four miles.
Getting to Islay:
By Ferry:
Caledonian MacBrayne (tel: 01475 650100) run the ferry between Kennacraig on the mainland and Port Ellen / Port Askaig on Islay. Normally 3 sailings daily, except Wednesdays and Sundays. Time: 2 hours. Prices start at £10.70 for a foot passenger and from £59 for a car (Winter Prices). Coach services operate from Glasgow to Kennacraig - contact Scottish Citylink Coaches on 08705 505050.
By Air:
British Airways (tel: 0845 7733377) fly from Glasgow to Islay twice daily. Time: 30 mins. The little plane flies over Arran, the Mull of Kintyre and the Kildalton Distilleries before landing right beside the beach.
To find out more about getting to Islay, visit our Travel Information pages.
Auchrannie House Hotel, Spa Resort and Country Club, Brodick, Isle of Arran, KA27 8BZ
tel: +44 (0)1770 302 234
fax: +44 (0)1770 302 812
web: http://www.auchrannie.co.uk
email: hotel@auchrannie.co.uk
Make Reservation: http://www.auchrannie.co.uk/book_online/index.html
Arran quite rightly has a reputation for being one of Scotland's most accessible and beautiful islands. An apt setting, then, for the high quality Auchrannie Resort, nestling in Glencloy, a short distance from the Brodick ferry terminal.
Auchrannie offers visitors a unique choice of accommodation: two distinctive four star hotels and five star self-catering lodges - all backed with the extensive range of leisure, pampering and dining options normally only found in larger resorts.
Choose between Auchrannie House Hotel with its country house style and panoramic views over its expansive private grounds or Auchrannie Spa with its contemporary feel and spacious bedrooms.
A visit to Auchrannie ensures guests return home from their well-earned break feeling refreshed and enriched.
Book accomodation direct here
Getting here:From the Brodick ferry terminal, follow the main road west through the town. After half a mile, turn left into Auchenrannie Road.
The Westin Turnberry Resort, Maidens Road, Turnberry, Ayrshire, KA26 9LT
tel: +44 (0)165 5331000
fax: +44 (0)165 5331 706
web: http://westin.com/turnberry
Make Reservation: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/search/pre_decider_all.html?propertyID=1109&EM=EPS_Reservations_WI_1109_NWE
The Westin Turnberry Resort
The famous Westin Turnberry Resort, near Ayr, enjoys a spectacular coastal setting with breathtaking views of the Isle of Arran, Ailsa Craig and the Irish Sea. Surrounded by Scotland’s most beautiful scenery, every visit is unforgettable.
With world-class golf on two championship courses, a superb nine-hole course, and The Colin Montgomerie Links Golf Academy, Turnberry makes an ideal stopping off point on your West Coast Whisky Trail adventure. But if golf and the resort's outdoor activity centre sound too strenuous, relax instead at Turnberry's award-winning spa.
Comfortable accommodations are available in their magnificently restored hotel, many with ocean views, as well as in two-bedroom cottages and six or eight bedroom lodges. All are stylishly decorated and feature the Westin Heavenly Bed.
Getting here:
We are located just off the A77, the main Ayr to Stranraer road, two miles south of Kirkoswald. We are an hour from Glasgow City Centre and 30 minutes from Glasgow Prestwick International Airport.
Torosay Castle & Gardens, Craignure, Isle of Mull, Argyll, PA65 6AY
tel: +44 (0)1680 812421
fax: +44 (0)1680 812470
web: www.torosay.com
email: info@torosay.com
Book Tour: http://www.torosay.com
Torosay Castle and Gardens
Torosay Castle completed in 1858 by the eminent Victorian era architect, David Bryce is a classic of the Scottish Baronial style. It is one of the finer examples of the Scottish architect's work and one of the few still used as a family home and open to the public.
The castle and its extensive gardens are an archetype of a bygone age. Replete with family portraits, memorabilia and antique furniture, the castle is rich in history dating from the 17th century onwards.
The gardens, meanwhile, extend to 12 acres and are an eclectic mix of formal terraces, tender plants nurtured by the forgiving Gulf Stream, Japanese Gardens and Italian statuary. Also within the grounds is Torosay Farm - home to the castle's herd of pedigree Highland cattle and flocks of Cheviot and Blackface sheep - and two holiday let cottages.
Getting here:
Getting here - The Isle of Mull is just a 40 minute ferry journey away from Oban. From Craignure, head south on the A849 for 1.5 miles. There is also a forest walk from Craignure or you can take the famous narrow gauge railway steam train.
Fyne Whiskies, Inveraray, Argyll, PA32 8UD
tel: +44 (0)1499 302 219
fax: +44 (0)1499 302 238
web: http://www.lfw.co.uk
email: ship@lfw.co.uk
Loch Fyne Whiskies is the world's most respected whisky specialist. A comprehensive range of Scotch Whiskies is always available from our unique (and very original) shop, or by mail-order service.
Loch Fyne Whiskies are a "must see" destination on the West Coast Whisky Trail for everyone who is serious about their whisky, whether they be aficionados of the Scottish national drink or novice whisky tasters. The company is privately owned and independent of all producers, so you are guaranteed a wide spectrum of the best malt whiskies the West Coast has to offer.
Ideally based at the heart of the West Coast Whisky Trail, Loch Fyne Whiskies is on the roads to Campbeltown, Islay and Oban. Why not call in for a wee sample of their large tasting stock?
Getting here:Find us - and a dram - at the top of the Main Street in Inveraray, opposite The George.