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No. 1 Charlotte Street
Hotel in Port Ellen
Located in Port Ellen, No. 1 Charlotte Street has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine.
david
United Kingdom
The lady receptionist who also ran the bar was very welcoming. There is nothing to fault. Residents were able to eat takeaways in the bar. I didn’t but that was nice. The whole place looked freshly decorated.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
910 reviews
Price from£135per night
Machrie Hotel & Golf Links
Hotel in Port Ellen
Featuring a fitness centre and a garden, Machrie Hotel & Golf Links is situated just outside Port Ellen. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.
Mochi Sismondi
United Kingdom
Everything met and exceeded our expectations...even the weather!!
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
286 reviews
Price from£198per night
The Islay Hotel
Hotel in Port Ellen
On Islay’s famous Whisky Coast, in the fishing village of Port Ellen, overlooking the harbour and marina and just 2 hours by ferry from Kennacraig on the Scottish mainland, The Islay Hotel offers a...
Andrew
United Kingdom
The Islay Hotel is a great location for shops, eating out, distilleries and beaches. We found the staff to be very helpful and friendly. Our room was spotlessly clean and well organized. The breakfast was a very good start to our day. In addition to the hotel, we recommend the café at Ardbeg distillery for lunches and teas. On the road to Bowmore (on the right-hand side) is the Balaclava Byre Farm Shop and Restaurant, which also provides delicious food, using local produce from Islay.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
407 reviews
Price from£395per night
Glenegedale House
Kintra (Near Port Ellen)
Glenegedale House offers accommodation in Glenegedale and is situated 5 miles from Port Ellen and 6 miles from Bowmore. Each room includes a flat-screen TV.
Deborah
Australia
Everything was wonderful. Emma and Graeme were the perfect hosts in a beautifully crafted space. The food - breakfast and dinner was superb. The bed comfortable with soft sheets.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
24 reviews
Price from£293.75per night
Lochside hotel
Bowmore (Near Port Ellen)
Lochside hotel is situated in Bowmore and features a terrace. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Free WiFi is available.
Claire
United Kingdom
The sea view was excellent.
The staff were helpful and very pleasant.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
540 reviews
Price from£207per night
Bridgend Hotel
Isle of Islay (Near Port Ellen)
Bridgend Hotel is offering accommodation in Bridgend. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a garden and a bar.
Colleen
Australia
The restaurant was great, excellent service staff, everyone we met was great, professional, friendly and some we got to know a bit and they gave us advice for our travels we really appreciated.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
417 reviews
Price from£120per night
Port Charlotte Hotel
Port Charlotte (Near Port Ellen)
Port Charlotte Hotel is located in Port Charlotte on the shore of Loch Indaal. The conservatory and gardens open onto a sandy beach.
Pamela
United Kingdom
Beautiful position, brilliant bar and atmosphere , all staff excellent and could not do enough for us
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
203 reviews
Price from£255per night
Skerrols House
Bridgend, Isle of Islay (Near Port Ellen)
Within 15 minutes’ drive of 4 of the Isle of Islay’s whisky distilleries, Skerrols House has uninterrupted countryside views and is just a 5-minute drive from the coastal village of Bridgend.
Mona
Germany
The location is very quiet, in the middle of a beautiful landscape. Great for a nice morning walk. Still, within a short drive you can find restaurants, distilleries etc.
Thomas is a very friendly and welcoming host.
Rooms are great, spacious, newly renovated.
Breakfast ist awesome! Try the scrambled eggs any version.
Very nice garden to sit with a beer or for kids to play.
Will come again any time we’ll have the chance.
My whole family was very happy here.
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
255 reviews
Price from£265.50per night
THE BRUCE
ISLE OF ISLAY (Near Port Ellen)
Set in Bowmore, THE BRUCE offers accommodation with free WiFi and TV. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer.
Malcolm
Canada
We spent to little time on Islay this trip. So next rime we will book directly with the staff as she was brilliant fixing up a Bookings.com mistake. The view from the upstairs bedrooms, of their tiny harbour and surrounding tidal flats is peaceful.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
195 reviews
Price from£180.80per night
Cala Sith Guesthouse
Port Ellen
Boasting a garden, Cala Sith Guesthouse is set in Port Ellen in the Isle of Islay region, 200 metres from White Hart Beach and 2.2 km from Kilnaughton Beach.
Annesha
United Kingdom
Excellent location! Our host was super kind and helpful and gave us really good suggestions, and even invited us to a local pub quiz! Nice breakfast and the room and facilities were extremely clean! Would love to return here and to the island in general!
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
407 reviews
The Trout Fly Guest House
Port Ellen
The Trout Fly Guest House offers accommodation in the centre of Port Ellen, minutes from the ferry terminal and only 3 miles from our local airport.
Ville
Finland
Excellent hostellissa, great location and breakfast 👌
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
258 reviews
Quaint and Quirky Cottage in Port Ellen
Port Ellen
Situated in Port Ellen in the Isle of Islay region, with White Hart Beach and Kilnaughton Beach nearby, Quaint and Quirky Cottage in Port Ellen features accommodation with free WiFi and free private...
Trevor
Australia
Very traditional sort of cottage, with extensions for the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms. It certainly is a quirky layout, but also quite quaint. Bottom line is that it works and suited us three blokes on our whisky excursion.
The kitchen is well appointed and clean and includes a washing machine, etc.
It is a short/medium walk into Port Ellen; probably about 20 minutes, past the re-opened Port Ellen Distillery and Rum distillery.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
39 reviews
Eilidh’s Guest House
Port Ellen
Offering sea views, Eilidh’s Guest House is an accommodation set in Port Ellen, 100 metres from White Hart Beach and 2 km from Kilnaughton Beach.
Niels
Netherlands
Great place.. just two doors down from the bar.. and 6 or 8 doors from the restaurant.
Port Ellen is very small. Don't expect to much from it.. but great for discovering the Whisky distilleries.
And off course the great Scottish breakfast with haggish!!
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
181 reviews
Machrie View
Port Ellen
Located in Port Ellen in the Isle of Islay region, Machrie View has a balcony. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. Guests can make use of a garden.
Stephen
United Kingdom
Rooms very well appointed, beds supper comfortable with nice linen. Plenty of space and generally well equipped.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
5 reviews
What guests said about Port Ellen:
- 10Scored 10
Lovely, small and scenic, set around a beautiful bay and...
Lovely, small and scenic, set around a beautiful bay and also with a ferry terminal (note, this was main reason I selected Port Ellen for the destination of my final 3 nights on Islay; unfortunately, just before the trip, CalMac had announced that all ferry trips to/from Port Ellen would be diverted for the period from early Sept through mid-November to Port Askaig (on the eastern side of Islay). Since traveling that direction via bus can have a more difficult bus schedule to coordinate with the early ferry (for connecting at Kennacraig on the mainland to bus to Glasgow), so I ended up booking a Loganair flight back to Glasgow for 9/28 to ensure getting there in time for my early a.m. long-haul journey GLA/AMS - AMS/SFO on 9/29. In general the town has wonderful dining options, scenic walks, both a small Co-Op and a Spar as grocery options, fantastic aged stone buildings, and the paved whisky trail at the far end of town to get to Laphroaig, Lagavulin and Ardbeg on foot or bicycle, and if you have the energy (and often good rain-gear), you can keep going a few miles further on foot to the historic Kildalton Cross and Chapel. And I would be remiss to not mention the lovely flock of swans at the north end of White Hart Beach!!!Sharon - 10Scored 10
The food at the Islay Hotel was superb and very reasonably...
The food at the Islay Hotel was superb and very reasonably priced. The service was excellent too. We also ate at the Seasalt bistro and this was nice too, slightly more expensive than the Islay Hotel. If you arrive on a Monday like we did you may not be able to get into the Islay hotel unless you have booked in advance and the Seasalt is closed Mondays. We got a Chinese takeaway from Ellen's Wok - the food was good but we found the rice a bit stodgy. The other thing was for 2 meals we ended up with 4 plastic take away boxes with lids and food remnants that we couldn't recycle. Apparently there is no food recycling on Islay at the moment which means that everything goes to landfill. However this should change in the near future. The litter bins in the street were full of everybody else's take away meals too! My recommendation for food is to book in advance to avoid disappointment!
HelenUnited Kingdom - 6.0Scored 6.0
Beautiful location for taking a break from busy life.
Beautiful location for taking a break from busy life. Amazing beaches and plenty space to enjoy quiet and tranquility. Not a great place for dining out surprisingly. We’ll stock stores though for anything you need.
Gita - 10Scored 10
Port Ellen isa very pretty and friendly village.There are...
Port Ellen isa very pretty and friendly village.There are not many dining out options available though. What's there is tasty. We had trouble with our ferry being cancelled, so would recommend not to make tight connections
krystelAustralia - 10Scored 10
Port Ellen is a wonderful place. A great beach.
Port Ellen is a wonderful place. A great beach. Just the right number of places to eat. It has a smashing traditional Pub called The Ardview where visitors can meet `The Locals` all in all a first class base to visit the rest of Islay.
Richard - 8.0Scored 8.0
Port Ellen is a tiny village on the south of Islay with a...
Port Ellen is a tiny village on the south of Islay with a mainland ferry port. However, sometimes the ferry is cancelled so be prepared to travel back up to the north of the island if this happens. The village is extremely picturesque but if you like hustle and bustle Bowmore is more touristy. However there are 3 main distilleries within a few miles and the beaches are superb. If going remember to take clothes for all seasons as in Scotland the weather can change in seconds, from a blisteringly hot day to freezing and wind-buffed. But scenery is out of this world.cheiisUnited Kingdom
Explore guest reviews of hotels in Port Ellen
- 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 407 reviewsI can't imagine that there is a better place to stay in Port Ellen than here. SUPER clean and comfy. The hosts were beyond friendly and genuinely wanted to make sure we had the best time. From dinner recommendations to bus travel tips, this stay exceeded our expectations. You are located steps from the water, gorgeous views, top restaurants and the bus stop that takes you straight to the distilleries. Breakfast service and fresh coffee made the experience even better. Truly a gem!LeslieUnited States
- 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 258 reviewsWe arrived after quite the kerfuffle having had the ferry cancelled and then booked on to another one, which then went to Port Askaig instead of port Ellen - but to be greeted to a lovely calm guest house made all the difference. There was not problem with our delayed arrival. Breakfast with Laphroaig waffles was off the charts wonderful!!! Probably the best B&B breakfast I've ever had! If you're in Islay and wanting to visit the Port Ellen distilleries this is the place to stay.
IanUnited Kingdom - 7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 39 reviewsVery traditional sort of cottage, with extensions for the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms. It certainly is a quirky layout, but also quite quaint. Bottom line is that it works and suited us three blokes on our whisky excursion. The kitchen is well appointed and clean and includes a washing machine, etc. It is a short/medium walk into Port Ellen; probably about 20 minutes, past the re-opened Port Ellen Distillery and Rum distillery.TrevorAustralia
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 181 reviewsI cannot rate this place highly enough, the location was perfect, the room was beautiful, the breakfast was amazing, and Niall was an exceptional host. I would highly recommend staying here if you will be in Port Ellen, and order the breakfast rolls while you’re there.ChristianUnited States
- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 65 reviewsFantastic property. Great location. Comfortable beds. Loved the shower too. Great breakfast too. Bring your toiletries if you are particular about them. Walking distance to Islay Hotel and Sea Salt restaurant. Book the restaurants in advance due to Covid restrictions.CarolineUnited States
- 9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 65 reviewsWe really enjoyed the continental breakfast each morning, Well equipped kitchen shared with two other rooms. The bedrooms were spacious and very clean. The Lodge is on the main street of Port Ellen and overlooks the bay which can be stunning at sunset.CraigUnited Kingdom
- 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 910 reviewsIt’s a great location in Port Ellen. A bar is attached to the hotel, it’s across from the water, and it’s a short walk to a few restaurants and little shops. The breakfast is delicious and the staff is very friendly despite being very very busy.GabriellaUnited States
- 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 258 reviewsGreat breakfast and Naill is a fabulous and informative host. A great base for a visit to Islay. There is plenty parking on the street close to the B&B. It is very close to the ferry if you have a morning ferry.DonaldCanada
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 407 reviewsThe room was great, the staff were friendly and accommodating, and the food at the restaurant (breakfast included) was delicious. I would definitely stay again if visiting Islay again in the future.IIoannisUnited States
- From £428 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 286 reviewsThe staff that met us when we arrived in the morning was so lovely and friendly. She is a gem. We ate dinner at the hotel as well and it was delicious. The staff was attentive, friendly and kind.HilaryUnited States
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 407 reviewsIt’s a lovely hotel in a perfect location for smoky scotch. The Scottish breakfast was tasty and the room was comfortable. we really enjoyed our stay. Just remember to book dinner in advance.CherniakCanada
- 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 407 reviewsthe staff were really excellent. Nigel and the team looked after us brilliantly. the hotel is clean and has everything you could need. food in the restaurant was also great.GeraldineUnited Kingdom
- 7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 39 reviewsWell-equipped kitchen with everything needed for cooking and cleaning. The property is well situated with a quick drive to Port Ellen and many of the distilleries on Islay.AndrewNetherlands
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 181 reviewsGreat location with views overlooking Port Ellen bay. Very close to the pub and good restaurant. Access was easy. All the facilities you need for a short break.
PeterUnited Kingdom - 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 5 reviewsThe house was well situated between port Ellen and Bowmore, making it an ideal location for exploring the island. The kitchen was very well equipped.ssylviaUnited States
- 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 407 reviewsPerfect location in Port Ellen, big roomy accommodation, lots of natural light, lots of off street parking, friendly owners
tracieUnited States - 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 910 reviewsclean hotel. No evening meals but accommodate take aways in the dinning room by leaving out plates and cutlery etcpatriciaUnited Kingdom
- From £428 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 286 reviewsThe hotel is very nice with clean, comfortable rooms and a nice view of a golf course. The food is really tasty.
OndrejCzech Republic - 7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 39 reviewsThe house was very cosy and the location was perfect for exploring Port Ellen and the rest of Islay
SarahUnited Kingdom - 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 910 reviewsGood breakfast, the location of the hotel is awesome.ViktorHungary
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