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Islay House

3.0 star property
Islay Island Victorian hotel with restaurant

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When visiting Islay Island, Islay House is a great choice to consider. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
$153 nightly
The total price is $183
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees

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Luxury Double Room (Margadale) | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room (Margadale)

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Islay House, Bridgend, Islay Island, Scotland, PA44 7PA

What's nearby

  • Islay Ales - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bowmore Distillery - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Bruichladdich Distillery - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Laphroaig Distillery - 31 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Lagavulin Distillery - 34 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taj Mahal Tandoori - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Islay’s Plaice - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Debbie's Bruichladdich Minimarket - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Islay House

  • When visiting Islay Island, Islay House is a great choice to consider. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 1677
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Arcade/game room
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25 for adults and GBP 12.5 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 30 and December 31.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Islay House Hotel Isle of Islay

Islay House Isle of Islay

Islay House Hotel

Islay House Islay Island

Islay House Hotel Islay Island

Frequently asked questions

Is Islay House currently open?

The property is closed between September 30 and December 31.

Are pets allowed at Islay House?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Islay House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Islay House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Islay House and nearby?

Islay House has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Islay House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Islay House like?

Islay House is located a short 3-minute walk from Islay Ales.

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Reviews

Islay House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Jane was very friendly and welcoming, the room was perfect for us and did have the stated views. We had a great sleep and good breakfast before leaving which set us up for the day.
Alexander, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a fantastic hotel with excellent staff and terrific ambience.
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming and friendly staff working hard to ensure all guests are happy.
Simon, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The largest rooms that we have rented in Scotland and it’s very elegant and has a great history
Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Breakfast was ok although staff spoke very little english. Ended up getting a full scottish breakfast when that wasnt what was ordered. Rooms were roasting hot and wouldnt turn down/ off. Rooms were good size but werent the cleanest or in the best of condition. Views are great and were the best part of the stay
Justin, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great hotel with a lot of potential if there was more staff.
Alex, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful house - lovely staff
Kirstyn, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a beautiful hotel with an interesting history. The room was clean, spacious and sumptuous.
Ana, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Place with history that is felt in every corner

Very polite staff. Services us being ramped up as we speak. Currently only breakfast service
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff went above and beyond to make our stay at Islay House amazing.
David, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Only open for a couple of months, staff went to great lengths to get it right. They were pleasant, helpful and couldn’t do enough to ensure we enjoyed our stay.
The spiral staircase up to our room
The approach to the hotel
A friendly neighbour
Getting to Islay
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Don’t let the outside fool you. This 16th century building has been nicely restored inside.
Douglas, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great place but the staff is nowhere to be seen. You always have to wave at a camera for someone to appear a few minutes later.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was the best stay of my vacation. I arrived earlier than I had announced, though there were no staff present at that time walking around the house was an experience. Though much of the house is under renovation it was gorgeous. Staff quickly checked me in and the room was absolutely spectacular, I felt like I was in a room for a prince. I very much look forward to coming to islay again and seeing the fully renovated manor and seeing if back up to its former glory.
jeremy, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Charming, historic property

Lovely room, outstanding location and excellent breakfast! Only two issues: the room key did not lock the door and the hand spray in the shower did not work.
Samuel, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Bedroom and facilities in room very good , just more staff needed and to make sure you don’t run out of coffee pods. Felt sorry for one person juggling it all
Julie, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful property - quiet, peaceful and comfortable. I would definitely go back.
Colette, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The place was beautiful but could use some refreshing. Overall we’re glad we stayed there, it’s like being in Downton Abby. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Make sure you have dinner reservations way ahead of your stay.
Madeleine, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

this property is for sale and it was obvious in the service
Stephen, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Faulty towers

The house is beautiful and breakfast good but that’s about it. Rooms aren’t properly cleaned and windows are broken. Staff isn’t helpful and there’s something really strange about this place. And clearly over prized! Chose another hotel if you’re going to Islay
Lina, 2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Very disappointing

My wife and I booked two nights at the Islay House at a cost of £520. We chose it because of the gourmet restaurant and the availability of a room with a bath. We arrived off the ferry at 1.00 pm but we’re told to return later. There was no mention of the closure of the restaurant. When we returned, the manager told us that the restaurant was closed and gave us a room without a bath - we discovered later that rooms with baths were available. There was no advance email warning about the restaurant and menus and photos still appear on the website. The manager attempted to book us into local restaurants, but all were full. We finally had to drive five miles and wait an hour to collect a poor quality takeaway from an Indian restaurant. The manager was unapologetic and refused to offer any refund. Her behaviour was totally unacceptable.
Indian takeaway
The Hon S, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

O hotel parece uma casa abandonada, tudo muito vazio, vc não vê ninguém. O café da manhã era muito ruim, sem opções , somente coisas industrializadas, sem pão fresco etc. uma funcionária apenas, que não tinha nenhum preparo para hotelaria . Não voltaria !!
Claudia, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

All nice.
Parag, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay at an amazing property!

My wife and I had a great time here. We will definitely come back.
Justin, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a magical experience. The building itself was stunning, and the room really felt worthy of royalty. We stayed in 7 different hotels on our trip, and this one was by far our favorite.
Fernando, 1-night trip