Stopped for lunch while driving through the area. Such an interesting vibe with all the taxidermies…read moreanimals, old hunting weapons in cases, dark wood everywhere. We sat at a table in the Poacher's Den and placed our order at the bar. Food came out quickly and piping hot. The pie of the day was good but the Mac and cheese was excellent.

If you're looking for a pristine, no character, cookie cutter, chain hotel experience, you might…read morenot enjoy this place. If you're up for a little adventure, this place is awesome! We stayed here for 2 nights as part of our hike of the West Highland Way, and had the best time here! The staff was wonderful (although it's obvious that they were all horse thieves, pirates and highway men in an earlier life, they were so friendly and helpful, they made us feel very welcome). The food was great (I'm still dreaming about that delicious steak and Guinness pie). The atmosphere made you feel like you'd stepped back in time-- lamp light and muskets and stuffed puffins and a bear in a Drovers t-shirt and kilt. OK, maybe not TOTALLY historically accurate, but history mixed with wit and a sense of fun. They tell me this inn is haunted. It must be by friendly, fun-loving spirits. On our first night there was live music at the bar. We enjoyed the singer/ guitar & harmonica player very much, but it all kicked up a notch when he got the whole room to join in on the singing. Everyone was clapping, stomping and pounding the table, while belting out a rousing rendition of "The Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond". I can't remember enjoying a meal more. On our second night there, the power went out (thank you, Hurricane Amy). The staff showed that although they are retired horse thieves and pirates, they take their current jobs in hospitality very seriously. They could not complete cooking of the evening meals, so it was a quick pivot to sandwiches for all. They handled it with professionalism and grace that made the inconvenience part of the adventure (as one staff member quipped, it was all part of the haunted experience). Breakfast, too, was pulled together with what was available and ingenuity, as they made instant coffee and tea with water heated on the wood stove, and we feasted on cold cereal and granola bars. But as the staff met the challenges with good humor and made the best effort to make it a good experience for the guests, we walked away with an abundance of good memories and an enduring fondness for the Drovers Inn (and its resident horse thieves, pirates and highway men).

beautiful loch very peaceful and surrounded by greenery.read more

It is in a beautiful location. The scenery stunning to say the least. The signage very poor…read moreespecially for someone who has never been there before - a weary traveller from Ayrshire. The entrance very confusing. The restaurant was lovely but some staff more attentive than others. We asked for the bill twice before having to go up ourselves. The portion size was out of proportion e.g. my husband had loads of hummus left because he only received a few crackers. The leisure facilities had no staff there - you were left to your own devices to find out how everything worked. The lockers were complicated - again signage very poor. Nothing flowed properly. Quite disappointing really. We got this as a gift - not sure if I'd go out of my way to return.

I had a lovely one night stay over the weekend that was a birthday gift for my partner. We had the…read moredeluxe bed and breakfast stay with dinner included in the cost (worth £150). Service upon arrival was fantastic and and were quickly checked in and given directions to our room (thank goodness!) The room was spacious and had its own sauna which was super cool. Each room had a balcony and the shower/sinks had an interesting layout without a door, but somehow fitted well with the design of the room. It was quite rustic in terms of design and I've rated one less star because the room was dusty (I pulled up the blind and heaps of dust fell on me) and the walls appear to be paper thin (10pm and I could hear conversations through the wall and children carrying on in the hallway). The views from the room look directly over the lake and mountains in the background which was utterly breathtaking. So onto food. We were seated by the window with great views of the lake again. Service was prompt and friendly which was lovely. For starters: bread with oil and balsamic, and scallops with black pudding. Both pretty good and the scallops were cooked well. Mains: beef burger and the rib eye cooked rare. Again, both good, not amazing though. Dessert was the peanut butter parfait which was clumsily plated but tasted good. Overall it was... good. There was really nothing that stood out or wowed me though. Breakfast the following day was good, we had the classic Scottish breakfast which was hot and tasted good, but again nothing remarkable. Overall a lovely stay due to the views of the lake. It was generally peaceful and relaxing and a really great gift idea.

I have just come back from a 2 day stay here with National Holidays. I like to be fair with my…read morereviews, so I'm going to start with the positives: the scenic location, the friendly restaurant staff and management, the drinks package and the entertainment. I also have food intolerances, and the kitchen staff did a good job of accommodating these. However, I am so disappointed with the standard of my room. It was very basic, which is as I expected for the price paid. What was not expected was the state of the room, which smelled overpoweringly damp and mouldy. There was also faecal matter left in our toilet, and a dirty tissue left in one of the drawers. I asked to be changed to another room or pay for an upgrade, but the only room available was unacceptable; it smelled strongly of cigarette smoke and didn't have a fitted shower. I was unable to sleep in my hotel room, and that completely ruined my break. I called National Holidays, and asked if he could arrange for me to come home, and this request was declined. My Mother asked the receptionist if there was a train, and the receptionist said that there were no direct trains to Manchester it would be difficult to get a train from Arrochar that evening as they don't run very often. I felt trapped. That night I could not sleep because of the overpowering smell in my room, and so I went to sit in the bar, where I spent the majority of the night. The night staff made me feel uncomfortable, looking at me when they went past, but not asking me if there was anything they could do to help. I spent the night planning how to get home, and discovered that a train would cost me about £90, which I just didn't have to spare. In the morning, I asked for a different room because there were lots of people leaving; the only room that was offered was similar to the one offered the day before, but it also smelled of urine. I was desperate to leave, so I asked the National Holidays coach staff if they could take me home, but this was not possible. I couldn't enjoy the coach trip around the Trossachs on Friday because I was absolutely exhausted from not sleeping the night before. That evening I had to drink a lot of alcohol in order to be able to fall asleep in my room. I was unable to have a shower for the duration of the trip because I didn't feel comfortable with the mouldy damp smell in the bathroom or the rusting screws in the shower. I spent the entire trip feeling very uncomfortable indeed. When I was awoken in the morning by the sound of the television and talking in the room next door at 7am, my chest hurt. I have a history of asthma, and throughout the day I felt a bubbling sensation in my chest that feels like the beginnings of a chest infection, and I have developed a cough. I'm going to have to see my doctor first thing on Monday. The rooms offered were not fit for purpose. I'm going to upload some photographs showing what I have described. I am just shocked and appalled and feel really disappointed. I was really looking forward to taking a break with my Mother, and from the moment I arrived, I could not wait to get back home. It's such a shame; if my room was not damp and mouldy I might have enjoyed my break, because of the other positive aspects of the hotel.

This is a review for the food and the view, can't speak to the Guest House itself…read more Must say, there aren't too many options in Arrochar. You've got the fish n' chips down the road, the tea room, a couple of poor quality hotel restaurants, and the Village Inn. Oh the Village Inn. How much we wanted to go there, after seeing the signs saying that we were to be "warmly welcomed" and "still going strong". Unfortunately it's always fully booked and we are never the type of people to think ahead. So we took a walk, and gave the Bothy a try. It's not much to look at on the inside. Casual lounge with a large distracting TV, but the view is brilliant. Straight onto Loch Long and a view up to the Cobbler (having just hiked it, we weren't sure we wanted to be reminded of the pain in our knees, but it's pretty to look at regardless) The staff is all Scottish with a family feel, and delivered efficient and friendly service. The food is a cut above, if not quite at the "gastropub" level of quality. I had the rack of ribs, which was competently seasoned and well-cooked. My lady had the chicken curry, which she is still talking about a few weeks later - it was quite good. Other appetizing options that we spied on other tables included the mackerel and salmon. Draft beers, comfy seats, casual atmosphere and good food. Isn't that what vacation is all about?

Surprisingly good food. We had ribs and Indian curry. Better than the hotel food that we stayed --…read moreArrochar hotel. Family friendly, various menues, and great view.

We were in the area and stopped off for lunch. The service is impeccable and so friendly which is…read more the main reason for the score. We have a 6 week old baby and it's so nice when staff are understanding of the difficulties faced at times with a newborn. The staff seated us next the fire so that we were warm and away from drafts. The food is wholesome but doesn't really rock the tastebuds. My starter of breaded Brie was done well and Hubby's lentil soup was piping hot (a must for soup!). Both were palatable and enjoyable. I opted for lasagne which was served with salad and chips. It almost reminded me of a school lunch in that it was comforting. Hubby's burger was well seasoned and quite tasty! Dessert was homemade profiteroles in chocolate sauce. It was tasty but didn't rock the tastebuds. It's a little out the way from Glasgow as it's just outside of Kilwinning. However there's a good sized car park and the staff are simply lovely. Great value for money in that we both had 3 courses and a few non alcoholic drinks for the grand total of £25. All in all we were happy with the meal and the staff made it even better.

Excellent food at a very reasonable price. Good service and pick the conservatory when dinning as…read moreit over looks the river, peaceful and relaxing outlook.

Fan bar. Great banter. Staff awesome. All latest sports plus monthly live actaread more

We had a great time in this adorable guest house. Sue was wonderful and greeted us with tea and…read morebiscuits. In anticipation of restaurants being fully booked she reserved a table for us at the Hotel George right away. The rooms were clean, beds were comfortable and the breakfast absolutely delicious.

We stayed at this lovely guesthouse at Loch Fyne for the weekend and could not have been happier…read morewith it. It's a really beautiful house in the tiny village of St Catherines. We were in the area for the Loch Fyne Food Fair and it was handy travel wise. We had a very warm welcome from the owners Jenifer and Alastair who are the friendliest people you will meet. The house itself is an elegant Victorian country house with pretty gardens that you can sit outside in, although the weather wouldn't allow it this time. There are splendid views over Loch Fyne to Inverary. Our room was at the front of the house and had a magnificent 4-poster bed and was immaculately decorated. The bathroom was modern and spotless. There is an inviting drawing room that you can use with a fire and glasses for you to have a drink. The breakfast was delicious and we were offered recommendations for restaurants which Jenifer booked for us. The guest house is near to Loch Fyne Oyster Bar and Inverary for sightseeing. I would highly recommend a stay here and hope to return again.

Very comfortable hotel. Clean and well maintained. Great location. Good food and service…read more Exceptional staff. I would definitely stay there again.

Ardlui Hotel was part of our West Highland Way Hike where we have to take the ferry to the other…read moreside. Our room was to the street side, therefore a little bit loud but in general nice. Dinner and Breakfast were fine.

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.