Romantic boutique hotel- if in Oban - great people and perfect setting for you. Perfectly set up…read morerooms in an old Scotish Manor. Breakfast included. Perfect for your special occasion. Views of the harbor. Park like setting

Atmospheric country house-style hotel well-placed overlooking Oban harbour. Easy walk from station…read moreor ferries, off-road parking. Our room was large and comfortable with a great view of the harbour. The restaurant serves a classic Scottish breakfast, and the dinners (menu changes daily: we stayed 3 nights) showcase the local seafood and meat. The food was very good. There is a modernised but not antiseptic bar and a very comfortable residents' lounge. Service throughout was excellent. It is not cheap, but good value for money if you want to push the boat out a bit for a special break away.

We were at the end of a very long trip, a trip that started 4 weeks before at an upscale, boutique…read moreMiami Beach hotel, then 2 weeks in Cunard's Queens Grill, a couple of nights at a very posh London Hotel, a nice place in Edinburgh, a quirky (but great) Portree "guest house," and a couple of nights at a rather fancy "restaurant with rooms" on the Isle of Skye. No place was nicer, no one was more friendly, and no hotel was as warmly welcoming as The Barriemore in Oban. From the jovial fellow doing some outside work who helped us get parked straight and who then got us geographically situated, to Marc who got inside and showed us around, to Jan, who I believe checked us in, everyone was so nice and friendly. We were in Room A which has a bit of an up-charge -- but, if the room is available it's well worth it. Room A even has a writing room/dressing room! The extra large bathroom was well-appointed and clean. Best of all it had a shower stall and not a tub that would require a struggle to get to in and out. On a cold morning you'll especially appreciate the towel warmer. The bedroom was extra large with a king size bed. What made the room extra special however was the two comfortable sitting chairs facing several large windows looking directly out on the Oban Esplanade, the harbor channel and the entire Oban harbor. Enormous ferries regularly barreling up the channel were remarkably near the shore, so close you don't need binoculars to get a good look -- except that binoculars are provided! There's some nice sherry in the room, whisky in the hallway and coffee equipment with all the necessary supplies in the room -- plus some extra treats. The breakfast room was bright, cheery and well decorated. There's a nice cereal/fruit/yogurt buffet plus a menu for table-served, cooked-to-order items, including, of course, a full Scottish breakfast. My scrambled eggs with 3 sausages were well-cooked and delicious. I especially liked the unusual (to us, anyways) berry compote (?). The Barriemore is at the very end of the Oban Esplanade meaning it's a 10-15 mins. Walk down to the restaurants and shops. But especially if you've been on the road a bit too long, or if for any reason you need a comfortable and friendly respite, the walk is definitely worth it.

We loved this place. I can stay anywhere that is clean so this place exceeded my expectations…read more There was free wifi, free parking right in front of the building, breakfast choices were abundant and included in the price. It was nicely decorated and the staff was friendly. So glad we made Oban a 2 night stay. Such a lovely little town.

First I wanna start by saying that this was my FIRST trip to Scotland and I could not imagine…read morehaving stayed at a more perfect place. HARRY POTTER FANS, listen up: This hotel is WALKING DISTANCE from the Harry Potter Bridge here in Glenfinnan. You know the one. FLying car, chamber of secrets, Hogwarts express? Yeah, that's right!! NOT ONLY THAT, but it is right on Lock Shiel which, in addition to being absolutely stunning, is the lake that Hogwarts is on. Compare pictures to this lake to photos from the second task(mermaids) from Goblet of Fire....you will SCREAM! Enough about Harry Potter. This hotel is quaint, homey, and incredibly warm and lively. The entire staff goes above and beyond to make sure that your needs and desires are met. From the included breakfast every morning to the offering of packed lunches for your daily hikes the team here is a cut above the rest. The rooms are large with beautifully updated, modern washrooms and showers. The tea kettles and assortment of coffee and teas(in room) are brilliant and the perfect touch. The main dining area/restaurant is delicious with terrific daily specials. The bar area/casual dining area is just as great and features traditional, Scottish, live music some nights. This place will remain at the TOP of my list not only for myself but for recommendations to anyone that may ask. Thank you to the brilliant team behind this beautiful hotel.

The best house hotel I've ever been!! Stunning view of Loch Shiel and the occasional sight of deers…read moreroaming the grounds, excellent food, delightful drinks, and warm staff. The rooms are very comfortable with water jet bathtubs. It's also conveniently situated minutes away from the Glenfinnan Train Station and the breathtaking Glenfinnan Viaduct Trail. A real treat for all who visit!

Had a drink and snack in the late afternoon on the way to Fort William and it was a magical stop!…read moreThe castle grounds are beautiful, the service was great, and the food and drinks were very reasonable priced for the setting. I would highly recommend to anyone visiting th area!

This is absolutely a gem of a boutique hotel. It is absolutely sumptuous and grand. Lord Mc…read moreDelouney paid an honorable visit but no rooms were free and the restaurant was full. It is with great displeasure that I could only admire the splendor of the site without the pleasure of a stay. William was kind and helpful with us.

Stayed at The Scot on a recent trip to Oban and it was wonderful! The rooms are small, but nothing…read moreunusual for traveling in Europe. Everything was spotlessly clean and the amenities in the room were very nice- they even had a small fan in the closet, and the shower was wonderful. The staff were friendly and helpful and the hotel was within walking distance of everything you could want to do in town. Would definitely stay here again!

An Incredible and Cozy stay at The Scot with a group of friends this summer. The rooms were well…read moreappointed, comfortable beds and the hottest rain shower made for deluxe accommodations! The GM (Catarina) went out her way to exceed our expectations. All of us were grateful for the exception visit and stay at The Scot!

Wonderful two-night stay in this old manse. We had rooms one and five, both with views of Loch…read moreLinnhe. Room one on the first floor was a bit more spacious with a settee as well as a separate tub and walk-in shower. Room five was on the top floor up two flights of a curving staircase. Fortunately we discovered if you park around back there is a back door you can load suitcases out from. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner in the restaurant. Dinner was especially impressive with upscale playing and exquisite entrees and desserts. All the staff we encountered were helpful, patient and kind.

A true hidden gem!! I'm not sure who finds themselves out in this part of Scotland. It's a less…read morebusy part of town, but it seems like a perfect, quite stop for couples wanting a countryside vacation, hikers who love the thrill of the mountains or those just seeking a little refuge from the city. We planned to stay nearby in Glencoe and looked for a restaurant. The internet had little advice to offer but this restaurant came up multiple times with glowing reviews. Silly Goose is located in the Lime Tree Inn and it's pure perfection! We were greeted kindly and welcomed into the cozy dining space. Spacious but very romantic. We started with drinks enjoying local gin and whiskey. My husband got to try the Sassenach that he'd been eyeing! For dinner, we got the ribeye and chicken. We were so impressed with how well these were cooked. So soft and moist! We were too full for dessert but they had a nice menu of options. The restaurant is spectacular and worth the visit if you are in the area. Be sure to make a reservation as they did have to turn folks away!

Took the ferry over to the island of Iona to do some sightseeing. It's a beautiful place and the…read morewater is crystal clear on a sunny day. But all that sightseeing made me hungry so when my walking took me past the door of the St. Columba Hotel and they had their menu posted- I decided to pop in and rest my feet and fill my then empty stomach! We walked into the hotel and were directed to the back where the restaurant is. A very friendly server found us the perfect table by the windows so we could watch the water in the distance and the pretty surrounding countryside. I ordered the cream of tomato soup with the sirloin on ciabatta bread and my friend had the salmon platter. Know that the soup is enough for a meal into in self and is served with some the best bread I had. We split it as it was a huge portion. My sandwich was great! Warm meat on fresh bread and shaved Parmesan cheese on top. This also came with a large portions of chips (fries). There was no hurry so we sat and lingered over our beers as we debated which ferry to catch back. Very good food in a casual environment. And if you tell them you are in a hurry, they will make sure to suggest items that come up quicker than others. If you are on the Island of Iona- walk up the hill on the way to the Abby and check this place out. It may be one of the highlights of your visit. I know it was for us!

Nice hotel to stay in if you plan on visiting the Highlands and taking a trip to Isle of Skye. It…read moreis family owned and the service was really good. Everyone was very friendly. The rooms are on the smaller side but not that it mattered as we were out most of the time. They have a bar and a restaurant. The Belgian waffles for breakfast were fresh and light. For dinner we tried lasagna and fried haddock with chips and they were very good.

Located directly off the highway on the way to Isle of Sky, you can't miss it! We stopped by for a…read morelate lunch and were the only ones there. Split two fish and chips and a chili sandwich among the three of us, which was a good amount of food. Fish and chips - perfectly battered. Fish is huge, juicy and locally sourced. Comes with peas, which is traditional. Batter gets oilier on the bottom over time so eat it quick. Chili sandwich - toasted baguette. Chili is solid. Messy to eat. Comes with chips too. Tap water comes in a bottle, which I always love. This place had the best tasting traditional fish and chips that I had. The fish was the absolute highlight.

The Airds Hotel's afternoon tea gets my vote because they offer two extremely scenic views for…read moretheir sittings. My family and I had been making an extreme road trip around Scotland and were stopping in Creag Mohr. This was a relatively short drive up the road and well worth it! You may sit indoors or outdoors. The indoor seating could have been in a number of beautifully decorated rooms that were reminiscent of old libraries and afternoon parlors. The outside garden seating overlooked the beautiful Port Appin and was close to Castle Stalker. (Get your cameras ready!) The food itself was really only ok as far as I was concerned. It was a lot of food and quite heavy. One of my road trippers got a little sick (not sure if it was a combination of driving, fatigue, and food). Still, the rest of us enjoyed the fresh air, the gorgeous grounds, and the respite that was offered. I would caution my possibly obese or handicapped fellow Americans here in that the bathrooms were upstairs. It might take significant effort to make your way up there, and there is only one stall for both genders to share, as I recall.

If you are not blown away by the truely awesome location then the food will do it…read more Most beautiful location. Truly wonderfulfood. A foody heaven.