Empire Travel Lodge

Union St Lochgilphead, Lochgilphead, PA31 8JS, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.0/10! <small>(score from <b>459</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>

Empire Travel Lodge

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Scored 9
9.0
Rated superb
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459 reviews

Empire Travel Lodge features accommodation in Lochgilphead. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged for free. At the guest house, rooms are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Empire Travel Lodge offers a Grab and Go breakfast. Inveraray is 39 km from the accommodation, while Furnace is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is Oban Airport, 72 km from Empire Travel Lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
9.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mcdonald
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “I suppose the location could have included a view of sea and hills or canals, but it was near all these things plus the town centre. The breakfast was one of the best I've ever eaten, fresh, non- greasy, delicious square sausage and bacon.And no...”
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “I was on a road trip down memory lane to some old haunts on the West Coast of Scotland and Lochgilphead provided an excellent place to visit both Ardrishaig and Crinan. Jim and Ele were the best of hosts making me feel welcome and at home and so...”
  • Man
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “friendliness, cleanliness, location and breakfast.”

Hosted by Ele Hunter

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Ele Hunter
Empire Travel Lodge was originally Lochgilphead's Picture House, when it closed down it was first converted to a snooker hall for a few years before it was opened in 1992 as a Guest House. All rooms are ensuite, have free tea/coffee making facilities and Irons and Ironing boards in every room. It is an ideal stopover for catching the ferry to Islay which is an approximate 25 min drive away. Our family rooms are large and can accommodate families of 5, just give us a ring for more details We live on site and try our best to meet our guests needs
Jim and Ele bought the Empire Travel Lodge in 2005 from Jims parents. Jim was a self employed joiner and Ele was a NHS senior Manager before giving it all up to run their own business. We live in our flat above the guest accommodation. We work hard and play hard with both of us enjoying playing golf and both very involved with the local golf club. We enjoy holidaying and playing golf in the sun and head to the Canaries twice a year. Our business remains open thanks to relatives who take over the helm to let us have a well earned rest
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Empire Travel Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Entertainment and family services
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Empire Travel Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
£10 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Empire Travel Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about Empire Travel Lodge

  • The prices at Empire Travel Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Empire Travel Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • Check-in at Empire Travel Lodge is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Empire Travel Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Empire Travel Lodge is 150 yards from the centre of Lochgilphead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.