Ballachulish Hotel

Hotels
Freedom Hotels
8.2 (116 reviews)
Glencoe, Ballachulish, Scotland, PH49 4JY , Ballachulish , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Free breakfast
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Picturesque location
Comfortable rooms
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Overpriced for value

Categories

Cleanliness
7.55
There is mention of dust in the carpet and mattress, indicating cleanliness issues.
Service
8.55
Friendly and helpful staff mentioned, though a manager had an off night.
Location
9.05
Picturesque location with good proximity to hiking trails and stunning views.
Room Quality
8.05
Rooms are described as comfortable but a bit worn.
Amenities
8.55
Good amenities mentioned, such as free breakfast and parking.
Value for Money
7.55
Considered overpriced by some guests for what is offered.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Food in the restaurant was good but average overall.
Overall Experience
8.25
Overall experience reflects the average rating well.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 21:24

Property Description

Amenities & Services

  • Complimentary wireless internet access
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Banquet hall

Dining Options

  • Bùlas Bar & Bistro on-site
  • Room service available
  • Bar/lounge for drinks
  • Complimentary full breakfast daily

Accommodations

  • 53 guestrooms with flat-screen TVs
  • Complimentary wireless internet access
  • Bathrooms with bathtubs/showers
  • Desks and coffee/tea makers

Take in the views of Lochaber Geopark and Loch Leven at Ballachulish Hotel, just steps away. Book now to experience the convenience and comfort of our amenities during your stay in Ballachulish.

Important information:

  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 116 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.55
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 7.55
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Carole
6
Pros:

This is a lovely Inn, but unfortunately for them they are woefully understaffed. The staff who was there worked so hard. The whole inn could use a facelift in furniture and design and still be in sync with the time period. The bathroom had no heat and was freezing. There was only 1 heat source in the bedroom.

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
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Joseph
10
Hotel GREAT Food Terrible
Pros:

We had a great stay at Ballachulish. The location on the lake is beautiful. Our room was lovely and overall the hotel was really fun to stay in. The restaurant is TERRIBLE. We had our worst meal on our whole trip there. Would not recommend at all. But the hotel is great.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Cynthia
10
Pros:

Picturesque, historic hotel overlooking a loch with comfortable rooms and a lovely restaurant. Great base for exploring the Glencoe area.

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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Archit partner
6
Pros:

It’s a decent place, but I wouldn’t recommend staying more than one night. The room appears renovated, but there’s a lot of dust in the carpet and mattress. If you’re passing by and need a place to stay for the night, this is a good option. The best part about this place is the amazing free breakfast, which offers a lot of good options. Additionally, there’s free parking and the views from the hotel are stunning.

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
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Tom R
8
Pros:

This was a nice comfortable hotel in a pretty location. Good proximity to the Glencoe area and many hiking trails. Food in the restaurant was good but the manager (Liam) seemed to be having a bad night and snapped at several customers.

2025-07-30 via Nuitee
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Duane partner
8
Pros:

Interesting building, nice big and comfortable rooms, a bit worn, average restaurant.

2025-07-23 via Nuitee
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Allison family
8
Pros:

Comfortable room with spacious bathroom. A very small window made the room dark.
Good breakfast.

2025-07-21 via Nuitee
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james
6
Pros:

Lovely situation, with v friendly and helpful staff. Rooms well equipped. Food average. Convenient place to stop, but in my opinion overpriced

2025-07-20 via Nuitee
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Diane partner
8
Pros:

The property is old but still in pretty good shape. Room was fine, nothing exceptional. Breakfast was included and was hot and very good.

2025-06-11 via Nuitee
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Deborah
8
Pros:

Great stay food yum

2025-05-29 via Nuitee
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Sebastien
2
Pros:

Room was in bad conf

2025-05-27 via Nuitee
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Richard friends
6
Pros:

La vue est exceptionnelle sur les montagnes et le loch. Rapport qualité-prix moyen. Le souper et le service du restaurant de l’hôtel faible.

2025-05-24 via Nuitee
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Roger
8
Pros:

Lovely location and very convenient stop so close to Glencoe and Fort William.

2025-05-08 via Nuitee
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Christine
10
Pros:

Stunning location. Very friendly staff. Very old building that only had stairs. Lots of noise from other patrons.

2025-05-04 via Nuitee
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Nancy
8
Pros:

Hotel was lovely however the restaurant service was poor, rushed and detracted from our stay. Would not dine in for dinner. The servers rushed customers to clear tables like a fast food restaurant.

2025-04-17 via Nuitee
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Tina
10
3 night break
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely location with plenty of parking available. Breakfast was excellent. Room was clean and the bedroom cleaner was helpful and friendly. The floors are creaky in places as its a old building but this just adds to the charm.

2025-04-10 via Nuitee
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Ian
10
Pros:

Excellent staff and beautiful food.

2025-02-19 via Nuitee
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Kate
10
Beautiful spot on Loch Leven
Pros:

Amazing spot along Loch Leven in Scotland. I stayed here just a night on the road from Loch Lomond into the Highlands.

This spot feels historic, without a doubt. There are sitting rooms with gorgeous decor, a wonderfully friendly staff, and a great restaurant.

This is one of those spots where you can check in, and just enjoy the space and not worry much about feeling like you need to find food, etc…

I spent time before dinner in one of the sitting areas, doing a little work. then enjoyed some fish and chips with fresh, smashed “mushy” peas. And in the morning their breakfast was expansive and filling.

I wander along the water and took in views of the loch and bridge. I think if I’m through this part of Scotland again I’d book a room with a view.

Definitely would want to stay here again.

2024-11-14 via Nuitee
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R partner
10
Pros:

A beautiful setting located right on Loch Linnhe/Loch Leven. We stayed for one night on a trip from Inverness to Glasgow. A perfect place to rest, relax and dine. Be prepared to carry your luggage up stairs to your room, no elevator available. The restaurant provided a great evening meal as well as a tasty breakfast buffet. Highly recommend this hotel!

2024-11-08 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
Lovely restaurant and staff
Pros:

Nicely appointed room with a view of the loch, reception and restaurant/bar staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
The restaurant was excellent, and would highly recommend eating there.

I enjoyed my stay, the only down points for me were that the floor of the room above us was so noisy every time anyone walked around it was borderline annoying, even considering it is an old building! I’m not very fussy but the room could have been a little cleaner in the more difficult to reach spots

2024-10-28 via Nuitee