The Carradale Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (104 reviews)
The Carradale Hotel Airds , Carradale , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and accommodating staff
Lovely and convenient location
Comfortable and clean rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues in bathrooms
Limited amenities like microwaves and functional TVs
Some maintenance required in common areas

Categories

Cleanliness
7.59
General sentiment indicated that while rooms were clean, cleanliness issues were mentioned in regards to bathrooms and common areas.
Service
9.06
Staff were frequently praised for being friendly and accommodating, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
8.6
Location was consistently noted as a strong positive aspect, being described as lovely and convenient.
Room Quality
8.05
Rooms mentioned as comfortable and recently decorated, though some maintenance issues were noted.
Amenities
7.58
No specific negative mentions, but lack of certain amenities like a microwave and functioning TVs affected guest comfort.
Value for Money
8.04
General opinion suggested it provided good value, though dining limitations affected some guests' experience.
Food and Beverage
8.59
Food was highlighted as excellent and enjoyed by guests, although the breakfast price was noted as an issue.
Overall Experience
8.06
While the stay had a mix of positives and negatives, the overall sentiment was largely positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 07:39

Property Description

Luxurious Rooms with Modern Amenities
Indulge in comfort with our rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, cozy seating areas, and complimentary toiletries. Relax and unwind in style after a day of exploration.

On-Site Bar and Shared Lounge
Savor your favorite drink at our on-site bar or socialize in the shared lounge. Perfect spots to mingle with fellow travelers and create unforgettable memories.

Exciting Activities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy a game of darts or explore the popular golfing spots nearby. With Campbeltown Airport just 22 km away, convenience and adventure are at your doorstep.

Book your stay at The Carradale Hotel for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Important information:

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 15 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 104 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 7.58
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 8.06
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Scott couple gb
9
Pros:

Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Robin couple gb
1
This was a hugely disappointing stay. Poor customer care, food and dilapidated accommodation.
Pros:

Not much, to be honest. Food was average at best. The accommodation was extremely dilapidated. We didn’t feel welcomed. Catering is, at its basic requirement, about looking after customers. This place doesn’t even begin to match this aspiration.

Cons:

No heating in room. No hot water, other than electric shower.
Evening meals were very poor quality. No choices available. We were made to eat in the Bar, in spite of protests. Everything to suit the owner!
No clothes drying facilities - in spite of location in one of the wettest parts of Scotland.
We were discouraged on 3 occasions from taking breakfast in the hotel. Clearly, the owners preferred not to get up early.
The accommodation was dilapidated - well past its prime, and not as shown on the particulars of the hotel. Noisy plumbing, no hot water, lights not working, and inadequate socket provision. I wasn’t able to shave!
We didn’t feel valued and were made to feel very uncomfortable. We arrived and nobody offered to help us with our luggage - a basic courtesy. We left after 2 days of our week’s stay, losing a huge amount of money, but so glad to escape this unpleasant environment. Summer holidays are precious and hard earned in these hard times. This hotel is not as presented in the glowing customer reviews, making me extremely suspicious of their true source. Please look into this, to prevent others being duped as we were.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The friendliness and helpfulness was great, they couldn't be more accommodating. Made us food outwith times, gave us a fan when it was so hot in the rooms. The towels were great. They recommended other places to visit. Recommended and booked the boathouse in Gigha for us, we'd definitely go back.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Dieter extended_group de
8
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Doug solo_traveller gb
7
Great location, tired hotel
Pros:

Good food, nice location.

Cons:

Lack of functionality, rather untidy reception area.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
J
James couple gb
4
Cons:

The photos of the the place need to be updated, had I seen more recent photos I would NEVER had stayed there.
Booking .com needs to keep up to-date with what they advertise. Its very tired and run down.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
C
calum extended_group gb
10
Pros:

Location staff and the value

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
S
Sandeep couple gb
10
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
J
Jayne couple gb
8
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
J
Jaroslaw couple gb
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
R
Robert solo_traveller gb
8
Relaxed time location kintyre Scotland one best areas in world
Pros:

Very good food. Location one my favourites.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
S
Sarah couple gb
8
Welcoming staff , made to feel at home. Good home cooked evening meal and good breakfast
2025-11-12 via Nuitee
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Kyle Heron extended_group gb
10
Cosy welcoming spot in remote Kintyre.
Pros:

Lovely location in remote Kintyre. Rhona was very friendly and accommodating, whether it be for breakfast, dinner, or general helpfulness and making us feel at home. Always a warm fire waiting in the evenings when it was cold and wet outside. Recently decorated rooms comfortable rooms.

2025-11-10 via Nuitee
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Craig solo_traveller gb
8
2025-10-13 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
8
Comfortable welcoming hotel at a wonderful location
Pros:

Location, warm welcome, room and knowledgeable staff

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth extended_group gb
7
Comfortable and pleasant
Pros:

Friendly staff, comfortable and clean rooms.

Cons:

Long road to get to it, big property with parts not used.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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STUART solo_traveller gb
7
Handy location
Pros:

Good service

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Keith couple gb
3
Very disappointed - it could have been so much better.
Pros:

The Hotel is in an excellent location and should be a wonderful experience to stay there. Bedrooms are large and quite well equipped. The Bar and eating area is reasonable.

Cons:

The hotel is quite run down and the photos are obviously taken from a few years ago. The Bath / Shower lacks grab handles and a bath mat making it a danger to any elderly or infirm person. Lighting in the bedroom is insufficient for reading. We asked for clean towels after three days and were only given two instead of four, one bath towel being still very damp. There was a problem with the water supply but nothing was done to alleviate this such as lighting the fire downstairs to warm that area. The team running it seemed to be quite overwhelmed even though there were very few guests.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
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Hennie couple nl
7
Gemoedelijk, zorgzaam
2025-09-07 via Nuitee
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Steven couple gb
6
Pros:

Updated photos on booking.com.
Was not as pictures show
Bedroom was clean and comfortable
Staff trying hard to make stay comfortable

Cons:

Hotel wasn't as photos, price of breakfast

2025-08-31 via Nuitee