Knap Guest House

Campbeltown Road, Tarbert, PA29 6SX, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>507</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
505 reviews

This b&b is very well kept, set in a beautiful location in the harbour. The staff was very helpful and friendly.

Stefan Vietnam
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Knap Guest House

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In Tarbert Loch Fyne, Argyll and Bute and boasting scenic views over the harbor, this 4-star guest house is a refurbished Victorian townhouse offering rooms with satellite TV and private bathrooms. All rooms at Knap Guest House provide free WiFi and tiled private bathrooms with showers. Rooms are furnished in a Scottish/Thai theme with pine furniture. All rooms also feature a fridge. A complimentary breakfast is available, and is served in the room. The local area offers numerous walks among the highland scenery, while guests can also take ferries from Tarbert Harbor to the Cowal Penninsula or Tighnabruich. Kennacraig is less than 10 minutes’ drive away, with ferries to the islands of Islay and Jura. All rooms are accessible by stairs

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Stefan
    Vietnam Vietnam
    “This b&b is very well kept, set in a beautiful location in the harbour. The staff was very helpful and friendly.”
  • Alan
    United States of America United States of America
    “The room was decorated in good taste with many interesting curios and art objects. The view of Tarbert Bay was stunning. I doubt that any other view in the town could compare. Allan was a very nice host. A breakfast tray was placed on the table...”
  • Iverson
    United States of America United States of America
    “I loved my room and the breakfast. We were able to walk to anything in town, and we had no problem finding parking. The art was eclectic; not sure if that's good or bad. Good choice for those hopping on a ferry.”

Hosted by Alan Campbell

9
9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Alan Campbell
Built in 1895 by a Doctor MacMillan this fantastic building exudes Victorian style with a sympathetic modern twist. Overlooking the glorious Tarbert Harbour the building is in a commanding position with great views.
I have lived and worked in Tarbert for many years and in the past have been involved in my family leisure and hotel businesses. I originally bought Knap House in 2004 and after an extensive and lengthily refurbishment of the property I took a break in 2009 taking a year out sailing all the way around the world in a fantastic adventure in the Clipper Round The World Yacht Race and from then until late 2020 have been involved in other business projects. I am now thoroughly enjoying being host at Knap Guest House. I love meeting new people every day and I have lots of fun and interesting stories to tell you about the area and my life.
We are located close to the historic Tarbert Castle - known locally as "Bruce's Castle" and was enhanced around the time of the famous Robert the Bruce. The castle is owned and maintained by the people of Tarbert itself. Great views and marked walks.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Knap Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • View
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Packed lunches
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adults only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Knap Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the hotel is located in Tarbert Loch Fyne, Argyll and Bute and not to be mistaken for the Tarbert in Harris.

A self check in service is provided.

Please inform Knap Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Knap Guest House

  • Room options at Knap Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite

  • Knap Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Knap Guest House is 150 feet from the center of Tarbert. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Knap Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Guests staying at Knap Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental

    • Check-in at Knap Guest House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.