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Reviews of The Thistle Guesthouse

1-2 Garalapin, Portree, IV51 9LN, United Kingdom

#20 of 33 B&Bs and Inns in Portree

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 258 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    8.0
    Easy and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Annexe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great place to stay on Skye close to Portree. We had a lovely couple of nights - thank you! Particularly enjoyed the amazing breakfast!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    9.0
    good for short stay and we enjoy the relaxing moment in skye
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the room a little small though we enjoy the excellent view and the tranquil atmosphere

    the environment is truly peaceful and we enjoy the farm and the sunset view

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Excellent breakfast in the morning after a sound sleep, freshly made and served. Brilliant. Thanks much, Jayne & Jordan!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Best place to stay in Skye
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Definitely the best place I stayed in Scotland! I stayed in different accommodations each day, ranging from hostels and B&Bs to 4-star hotels, and this one was the best. The place was exceptionally clean and pleasant, with everything in perfect working order. The bed was very comfortable, and there was ample parking available. The breakfast was excellent. The owners were on-site, very approachable, and eager to help with everything.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Friendly welcome, comfortable accomodation, great shower, lovely bed linen and towels
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Annexe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great breakfast.Smoked salmon and scrambled egg

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    10
    Amazing night in Skye
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything perfect

    Good location, clean and comfortable. The host is amazing, they are very friendly and helpful. I recommend this place for other people who looking for a nice stay in Skye.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    my bed was very comfortable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    8.0
    Welcoming and quiet place in the middle of fields outside Portree
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The walls are quite thin and for late check-ins is not ideal.

    The staff and the breakfast are really good. The location is amazing and the place is kept clean and tidy.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    Perfect place to stay on the Isle of Skye.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything.

    The guesthouse was well located for all activities and places to eat. The guesthouse was very clean and we had a lovely breakfast. Jane and Jordan who were our hosts do an excellent job of running this property and making you feel so welcome. They are an irreplaceable asset to this guesthouse. We wish them all the best of everything. Highly recommend a stay at this guesthouse. You won’t be disappointed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom was outside of our room

    It’s nice

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Our stay at the Thistle Guesthouse was great and now that we've been there, it is obvious why this is such a popular
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn't anything that we didn't like about the Thistle Guesthouse. We weren't sure initially about having a separate but private bathroom but it was no problem at all.

    Jayne and Jordan are exceptional hosts and clearly go to great lengths to ensure everyone enjoys their stay. The location is great and the entire property is spotlessly clean. The breakfasts each day were delicious.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Super duper clean, beautiful as well

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Exceeded my expectations and made my stay on Skye a treat
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I honestly can’t think of anything. Highly recommend.

    My top three are the kind hosts, the daily breakfast, and the shower! The bed was also very comfortable and room suitable space for just me (I booked the single). The other guests were also very courteous about quiet hours, which I appreciated! (fantastic water pressure and temp)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    10
    Friendly hosts with good food
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really:

    Good location, very clean, great breakfast and friendly hosts.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    9.0
    Cody and comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road to and from the property was very bumpy and single lane - although with adequate turn outs.

    Very friendly and helpful hosts. Excellent cooked breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Nice place in Portree
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing!

    Very friendly staff, well organized guesthouse, very good breakfast (full english, vegetarian or with salmon), room and bathroom well clean. Position of the guesthouse it's perfect, near to the main city Portree and at the same time in a very quiet area. Free parking for visitors.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Cozy Bread and Breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cozy inn, amazing breakfast. Lovely hosts. It was a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    My only complain would be that the pillows are a bit too hard for my liking and maybe it could be stated clearer that the bathroom is not en-suite

    Great location, stunning views, delicious breakfast! Everything clean & comfy and very nice hosts. Would definitely recommend you to stay there

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our room needed some touch ups from scuffs but besides that we were very happy with our stay.

    The breakfast was outstanding, and our host was lovely; she really knew the area and gave us some really good advice on where to find hidden treasures on the island. I highly recommend staying here, we loved it!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Unfortunately, the bedroom above us had VERY squeaky floorboards when the guests walked about, meaning our sleep pattern was impacted. We made the staff aware of this.

    The cooked breakfast was excellent and was cooked by a professional chef. Very friendly staff who made us feel really at home and easy to talk to.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    I loved everything about the hotel except the artwork which was very tacky and did not match the lov
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedroom had two beds but only one nightstand on the far side. It was very inconvient but I could see there was not alot of room to work with. It would have bean great to have a milk alternative like oatmilk on the breakfast bar for coffee and cereals. They may have had some in the kitchen but I don't like asking. I didn't like the sign as you enter the building to take off shoes. I was freezing and I felt like I was breaking the rules.

    The location was serene. Being vegan I loved that vegan sausages were an option. The easy of parking. The very friendly hostess was delightful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent hosts, cosy room, decent breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillows not that comfortable.

    Jordan and Jayne were the perfect hosts - they were extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the area (and beyond); they also cooked a tasty breakfast! The room was really cosy and we were lucky to see some beautiful sun rises from our bedroom window. Bathroom facilities perfect - good to have a decent shower! Thank you for a lovely stay.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    Pitoresque location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    - very tiny cold bathroom - although we did not open the window (as they said) my wife got a tick we think because it was already in the bed sheets

    - check in open 24hours - pitoresque location - the sky was full of stars - very good breakfast - nice hosts

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was just lovely Room was small but so cosy

    Stayed in February 2024

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