Hotel The Islay Hotel
18 Charlotte Street, Port Ellen, Port Ellen, PA42 7DF, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 447 reviews)
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Location was excellent for the distilleries we wanted to visit and to the ferry.

Great view, friendly and helpful staff, delicious breakfast and warm rooms!

I left my shirt hanging behind the bathroom door. Before I even realized it, Islay hotel staff sent me an email letting me know about my shirt. Since I was traveling around England the next week, they mailed it to my UK location without any hesitation. Food options on Islay are limited to a co-op down the street from the hotel. Dinner at the restaurant is nice. Don't miss the full scottish breakfast because it is exceptional.

What a lovely place! The staff are attentive and welcoming, the facilities immaculate, and you can’t beat the location. We always looked forward to sheltering back at the hotel for a warm meal and good company after long cold days of walking to the distilleries. Highly recommend for anyone touring Islay!

Food was good! Our waiter was funny, friendly and knowledgeable

Loved the location, our room was beautiful! Dinner was fabulous, and we loved the bar with live music, excellent selection of scotch. Nigel is a star; thank you Nigel!

Our room was beautiful, beds were comfortable. Loved the shower. Nigel and the rest of the staff were wonderful, but especially Nigel! There is live music Thursday & Saturday nights. By all means make a reservation for dinner at the hotel- it was fabulous!

Breakfast was great. Lots of traditional options as well as plenty of food that people with dietary restrictions (vegan, gluten-free) can eat. The hotel had a great style and was right on the water. Perfect location to wander around Port Ellen. The rooms were comfy, clean, and had great modern updates. The staff was attentive. I left my jacket in the dining room at dinner and didn't notice. The staff recognized me the next morning at breakfast and brought me my jacket.

Breakfast is amazing, everyone was really friendly and the bar/restaurant is really good.

The location, the room, shower and all the amenities were excellent. We extremely pleased with all the help and advice we received from Nigel. He is a superb employee and made our stay so nice. Our dinner and breakfast were very good.

The Islay Hotel
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On Islay’s famous Whiskey Coast, in the fishing village of Port Ellen, overlooking the harbor and marina and just 2 hours by ferry from Kennacraig on the Scottish mainland, The Islay Hotel offers a restaurant and well-stocked whiskey bar. Guests can enjoy the unspoiled Scottish coastline and beaches, from 2 minutes' walk away.
Each bedroom is individually designed and has a king or super-king bed, and has luxury private bathrooms. They all have a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and tea/coffee making facilities.
The restaurant serves fresh, local food. Breakfast is served daily from 7:30, lunch from 12:00 to 14:30 and dinner from 18:00 to 21:00. There is fresh coffee, tea and home baking available throughout the day.
Islay Airport is a 10-minute drive for The Islay Hotel. A links golf course is less than 10 minutes' drive away and guests can visit the distilleries of Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and Ardbeg, located between 5 and 10 minutes' drive. There is free parking at the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Beinn An Oir Mountain26 miles
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City of Derry Airport55.5 miles
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Restaurant
Food: Seafood, International
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Facilities of The Islay Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 9.1
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Pets
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Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Food & Drink
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
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Free! Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Baggage storage
- Packed lunches
General
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
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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
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
0 - 1 year |
Can use a crib or extra bed
when requested
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FREE |
2 - 5 years |
Can use an extra bed
when requested
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FREE |
The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Debit card
The Islay Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
As the property is located on an island, guests must be aware that adverse weather conditions may affect the access to the hotel. Cancelation policy will still apply in these cases. Guests are advised to have a travel insurance.
FAQs about The Islay Hotel
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The Islay Hotel has 1 restaurants:
- Restaurant
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Room options at The Islay Hotel include:
- Twin/Double
- Double
- Family
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Islay Hotel (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- Private Parking
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Check-in at The Islay Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Islay Hotel by:
- Bus 10 minutes
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The prices at The Islay Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at The Islay Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Buffet
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In total, there are 13 rooms at The Islay Hotel.
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