06/01/2024 Saturday 10:20 am. Our tour group stopped for a coffee and some homemade short bread…read more Omg. I had never had homemade shortbread and it was amazing. I had no idea what I was missing. The hosts were such darlings. One of the women attending us was so sweet to ask how we were enjoying Scotland. The restaurant is cozy and welcoming. A wonderful stop for enjoying a cup of tea or coffee. Pop next door and grab some pottery or my personal favorite a cute little spoon, from the shop! Off to the isle of Skye!

This place has such amazing views!! They have indoor and outdoor seating with a cute cocktail area…read more The food is awesome - all very fresh and flavorful. I would absolutely recommend stopping in. Make sure you get a slice of the lemon loaf before you leave!

I came here during a day tour to Isle of Skye. It was a lovely spot to go and tour. We had an hour…read moreto go around the castle and inside. I'd say if you want to read everything inside the castle, I would allow for around 2 hours here. It's a beautiful location with a lot of history. There is a cafe here if you need a quick pick me up as well. We came here in the morning before noon and it was not too busy, but when we left it started to get a lot busier. It may be best to go right when they open to beat the crowds.

When I was in the planning stages of my trip to the UK back in 2018, Scotland wasn't even on my…read moreradar. Consulting my bucket list, I noticed the entry for Loch Ness, and figured if I was going to visit Scotland, I should probably do so for a couple days, and see what else the country had to offer. It takes precisely .0006 seconds searching Google for "Scotland" before you find a picture of Eilean Donan castle, and it took another .0001 seconds before I had decided that I *needed* to see it in person. It couldn't be that stunningly beautiful, could it? Well, my friends, I can attest to you that it is, and it is well worth the visit, even if it is a bit of an odyssey. I flew from London to Inverness, a surprisingly short (and cheap!) flight, and rented a car from one of companies onsite. I had hoped for an automatic, but I was informed that *the* automatic I'd reserved (yes, they only had one!) hadn't been returned on time, so I was stuck with a manual. Now, I can drive a stick, but the prospect of my dumb American ass driving a *left-handed stick*, sitting on the "wrong" side of the car, and driving on the "wrong" side of the road, was a little daunting. Nevertheless, I made it work, once I remembered how to put the thing in reverse. After checking into my hotel in Inverness, I drove straight to Eilean Donan, about two hours away. It's a captivating sight from the road, and continues to improve as you draw closer. I parked, purchased my ticket, and crossed the bridge to the castle grounds. Pictures within are prohibited, so I respected their wishes, but I can attest that the interior contains a fascinating museum of Scottish and Jacobite history, a window into Highlander clan life, with a simultaneously military and warm and cozy aesthetic. You'll be transported to another time, filled with strife and struggle, flanked on all sides by pictures of long-dead soldiers, weapons and artifacts, and yet at the same time, be overcome with a strong desire to curl up next to the fireplace and absorb the history that surrounds you. It's a truly magnificent place, and the experience is not to be missed! Once you've explored the interior, the outer grounds are available for further exploration. Clambering stony stairwells, or walking the ramparts, gazing out of Loch Duich, it's easy to see why this castle was as prized for its beauty as it was for its strategic, defensible location. It may have been nearly razed to the grounds a few centuries ago, but the rebuilding and restoration of this monument was money well spent! I stopped in the cafe for a quick bite, purchased a couple souvenirs, then headed back to the car to continue on to my next tourist stop. However, on my return drive to Inverness, I passed by Eilean Donan again at sunset, and was once again compelled to stop and take dozens of pictures. The walls are illuminated at night, and are particularly photogenic in the twilight hours, with the setting sun behind it. Any photographer worth his salt will not want to miss such a picturesque opportunity. There's a good reason Eilian Donan is the most photographed castle in Scotland (maybe the UK?), but the castle is more than just a pretty face. It is rich in history, steeped in tradition, and cared for by loving hands with a strong desire to preserve the heritage of Highland culture, and this castle is one of their crowning jewels. Along with Glencoe, this is one of the absolute must-see places in all of Scotland!

Isle of Skye is a very scenic, large, and mountainous island located to the northwest of the…read moremainland and considered part of the Scottish Highlands. There are only two ways on or off the island and that is the Skye Bridge or via the ferry at the Armadale ferry terminal about 20 miles to the south of the bridge. We drove those 20 miles and really enjoyed the scenery.

Weird to write a review on an island, but I reckon it makes sense in this case…read more Isle of Skye is unreal. You probably need a car. I can't imagine trying to navigate Skye without an automobile. Would be tricky. I saw a couple of lads trying to hitchhike. Good luck to 'em. Head to the Northern part of the island. Go out of your way to visit Quiraing, and also loop around to the most Northern part of the island. Take the photos you need to take and put your phone in your pocket for the rest of the time. Take it all in. It is a truly magical place. Simply beautiful. Talisker Distillery is on the island. The Southwest corner. Worth a visit. Smells incredible. Whiskey is tasty. Dress for all occasions. Expect heavy rain. Expect blue skies. Expect warm weather. Expect to be freezing. And expect it all in the same day. If you told me I had to go to Scotland for a month and could only stay on the Isle of Skye, I'd jump all over it.

The service, staff and entire team were so pleasant and very accommodating long story our room…read morewasn't ready and had to stay in a smaller one which they comp of course and discounted our stay due to the error. We were there for leisure and were pretty laid back unlike the other guests that were out right rude. Such a peace full of and beautiful hotel. Amenities were great add ons. Food was good and breakfast was included which was very nice

For $500 per night I expect a room that doesn't smell like carpet cleaner…read more No place to sit with a mirror to put on makeup. TV is very small. Location isn't great if you want to be close to stores.

An Isle of Skye Scotch distillery, it's a local favorite that's also enjoyed all over the world…read more They offer tours which looked really interesting but I don't think my kids could handle it so I came in for a tasting from their menu. The tasting bar is located inside the gift shop which sells a lot of branded clothing and some interesting desserts and snacks made with their scotch. Gift shop is large and organized and on the right side, the left side is where The tasting bar is. It's distilled by the sea and that is enohasized on a lot of their branding. It's more of a romantic image while you take a sip but the flavor is smoky and peat-y. I had the 25 year Talikser and it matched the brief description very well "earthy, volcanic, salt". If you want a longer description the sign near the bottles for sale has "nose, body, palette, finish, and perfect serve". This was an expensive 32 pounds a dram but they had a 27 year for 66 and what's probably a mind melting 30 year that was 110! The bartenders know everything about every year so ask if you have any questions! Overall I loved my fast experience here though I think I would have had more fun if I joined the tour. I bought a hat here as a keepsake and the only bummer is the logo is silkscreen printed on and not embroidered so it's not going to last as long.

Beautiful distillery and beautiful location. The only thing available for us was a tasting. One of…read morethe neater tastings I've done! It was super interactive, and the person leading us through the tasting was terrific. I also loved the tasting room! So neat! The gift shop where we had to wait was also really cool. I spoke with a couple of the employees. Being that I am from Kentucky, they wanted to get my take on Scotch and how I like it compared to bourbon. And vice versa, to be honest. It was a fun little conversation. Ultimately, I'd like to come back to Talisker and spent a bit more time. I reckon the full experience may just bump this guy up to a 5*.

very disappointed. Booked on line to include a dinner and breakfast. Turns out their restaurant has…read morebeen closed and they send you nextdoor to a bar to eat. Their speciality bar also closed. They have no problem taking your money on line for something that is not available. Your money is nonrefundable. The rooms were expensive. You can't turn your heating on in your room. You need to wait till they turn on the hotel heater at night. NO elevator. You must carry luggage upstairs.

We were at the restaurant. Service was great. Meal was average. Think there are better places in…read morethe area.

Mackinnon Memorial Hospital is based at the top end of The High Road in Broadford, just about a…read morequarter of a mile or less from Broadford Medical Centre. It is a small cottage hospital but does have a new maternity wing. The wards have 4 and 6 bedded rooms plus single bedded rooms for those who are very ill. There is a private car park available but this isn't very large and it can be quite difficult to find a space on busy clinic days. However, the hospital is due to be upgraded in the not too distant future and, hopefully, the parking facilities will improve. Minor operations can be performed here although mostly, these are referred to the nearest large hospital 100 miles away in Inverness - Raigmore Hospital. The staff are friendly and welcoming. I have to confess that it is about 3 years since I was last in the hospital (not for myself but for my husband) and we were shocked at how dirty his room was. The hospital used to be run with effiency by a Matron but now, as in all things NHS, the boys with the calculators have found ways to cut costs and one of those ways appears to be allowing a minimum amount of time for cleaners to clean the rooms. Thick dust was clearly visible on the rails beneath my husband's bed and on top of the television. Is it any wonder he went in there with a minor complaint but ended up being whisked away to the HDU in Inverness because he'd picked up pneumonia at Mackinnon Memorial Hospital - pneumonia can be contracted in close-knit communities like hospitals and care homes where hygiene is questionable. The hospital has a well-run out-patients department where you can attend various clinics for rheumatology, diabetes, surgical and orthopaedic and there is never very long to wait. The hospital is well supported by the Friends of Broadford Hospital (Mackinnon Hospital being in Broadford is is, obviously, generally known as Broadford Hospital)and they have raised literally thousands and thousands of pounds over the years to buy new and much needed equipment for the hospital. Compared to the rest of the UK, I'd say, dust not withstanding, we are very lucky to have Mackinnon Memorial Hospital. However, in comparison to other hospitals featured in the press, Mackinnon Memorial isn't the worst.

This mom-and-pop restaurant/gift shop was our first stop after we crossed over the Skye Bridge to…read morethe Isle of Skye. It is located very close to the bridge and it was timely for a casual little cafe type lunch. The food is served cafeteria style and we had some soup and cold sandwiches and a dessert cake and it hit the spot. They have a big, airy, and comfortable dining room. We had time to putz around in the gift shop also. The friendly gift shop proprietor provided an Isle of Skye flag for us to pose in their scenic back patio area overlooking the loch. All of the staffers here were gregarious and friendly. Great place for a rest stop if you're hitting the Isle of Skye!

Why am I writing a review of a restaurant 4400 miles away from home? Because I had one of the most…read morebizarre experiences in my life here. I'm from a town called Vancouver, WA in the USA, and I came to Scotland on vacation (and on a whim) back in 2018. I rented a car and visited some of my bucket list sites: Loch Ness, Glencoe, etc...and was on my way back to Inverness from the Old Man of Storr when I happened to pick up a young German hitchhiker on the road near Portree. She asked if I would be willing to drop her off at the hostel where she was working in Kyleakin, and I happily obliged. Having arrived in Kyleakin, I dropped her off, but before leaving town, I saw Castle Moil in the distance, and thought I'd see if I could wander over for a closer look. I parked in the lot, but became distracted by a small "Vote Yes / Yes Skye" event, complete with food carts, vendor tents and bagpipe music, outside the Castle Moil restaurant. I had to check it out. After I'd ordered some haggis from the food cart, one of the vendors next to me remarked about my (American) accent, and asked me where I was from. I told him I was from Vancouver, WA, but I'd be surprised if he'd ever heard of it. As it turns out, he happened to live *in my hometown* for 12 years, and no more than a mile away from me! I was utterly flabbergasted! Even stranger, he met his wife, who turned out to be the friend of a friend, while there, and after being wedded, returned to the UK with her! It just goes to show, folks: no matter where you go in the world, you will find a connection, even if it's an otherwise unremarkable car park on the other side of the world! My advice to you would be this: be curious. Explore the unknown, the unlikely, and don't let the little gems pass by. I now have an almost overwhelming love for this tiny town I spent no more than an hour visiting, and even met a celebrity Instagrammer dog (@Blazespage) while I was there! How do you beat that?! Oh yeah, the haggis was great, by the way.