Lochside Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (463 reviews)
20 Shore Street, Bowmore, Isle of Islay , Bowmore , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Evening entertainment
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Small rooms
Noisy at night

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
Rooms were very clean and well maintained with some reviews indicating cleanliness.
Service
9.05
Staff were described as very friendly, helpful, and professional across many reviews.
Location
8.79
Great location mentioned, ideal for exploring Islay and with fantastic sea views.
Room Quality
8.04
Some complaints about small rooms, but overall positive sentiment.
Amenities
8.67
Good facilities mentioned, though some suggestions for improvement on noise.
Value for Money
8.33
General sentiment suggests mixed feelings about value for pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Food received a lot of praise, with some isolated criticisms about specific meals.
Overall Experience
8.75
Many reviews highlight a positive overall experience with plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 21:07

Property Description

Stunning Lochside Hotel in Bowmore

Luxurious Rooms with Modern Amenities
Indulge in comfort with rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Enjoy a relaxing stay in style.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor the taste of locally sourced seafood at the on-site restaurant. Unwind at the bar with a selection of whiskies from nearby distilleries. Don't miss the grab and go breakfast for a quick and tasty start to your day.

Exciting Activities and Nearby Attractions
Have a blast playing darts or explore the Bowmore Distillery located just 210 meters away. Immerse yourself in the local culture and create unforgettable memories.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Lochside Hotel!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 15 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 16 years old to 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 463 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 8.04
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Geoffrey • extended_group • gb
10
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
8
We very much enjoyed being in the center of Islay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Stairs

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Gil Marcel • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Ken • solo_traveller • gb
8
As always comfortable.
Pros:

The room was very comfortable. I particularly appreciated that the cleaning staff replenished my tea and coffee stuff and left shortcake biscuits and Tunnocks Caramel Wafers! Sometimes a wee snack is just what you need!

Cons:

Overall, the quality of food had dropped from 2 years before. I would have rated it then as 'excellent'; especially the Cullen Skink and Chowder. Now, good! The beef casserole was excellent as was the pate.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
The friendly staff made the stay very enjoyable.
Pros:

The food!

Cons:

The room (4) was too small for two people.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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paul • couple • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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patricia • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Kieran • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Food was fantastic and rooms were very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
9
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Alasdair • family_with_children • gb
10
Great place and great service
Pros:

Wonderful stay staff especially Jenna were brilliant. Room very comfortable and clean. Food well prepared and delicious.

Cons:

Bathroom a little compact

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Yoshinori • couple • jp
9
レトロな魅力がつまった海辺の絶景ホテルでした
Pros:

建物はレトロですがとても魅力的な内装や調度品で非常に可愛らしい感じでした。最初に部屋に入ったとき思わず当たりだと思いました。海辺のロケーションも最高でアイラ島のシーフードを食べられる開放的なレストランに感動しました。スタッフもみなさん優しく丁寧で好感が持てました。barには希少なウイスキーがずらりと並んでいて見惚れてしまいました。素晴らしいホテルです。

Cons:

老朽化した建物だからか上階で人が歩くと少し床が軋む音がしたり隣接の部屋の話し声が聞こえやすい等はありましたが、こうした歴史あるホテルに泊まるなら許容範囲ですね。

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kellie • couple • au
9
Incredible breakfast! Great staff, comfortable facilities and perfect location.
Pros:

Incredible breakfast! Great staff, comfortable facilities and perfect location. What more could you ask for?

Cons:

The parking was a little challenging

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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yu • solo_traveller • jp
10
最高！
Pros:

朝食が美味しかった。街の真ん中にあるため、立地が良くスーパーも近かった。

Cons:

足音が結構大きく聞こえるけど、特に気にすることはなかったです。

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • couple • li
8
Worth it!
Pros:

Ben was just great! 🙂

Cons:

-

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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TO • solo_traveller • jp
10
Pros:

最高の立地。
バー、レストラン併設の上、売店からも近い為とても便利。

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Hajime • extended_group • jp
10
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Pollock • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

An excellent hotel with a cosy traditional feel. Gemma was very helpful and the perfect host.

Cons:

Our stay wasnt long enough!

2025-11-10 • via Nuitee
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Gernot • extended_group • de
9
Perfekte drei Übernachtungen im Lochside Hotel
Pros:

Ein schönes, typisches englisches Hotel mit angeschlossenem Restaurant und Pub. Was will man mehr? Die Zimmer sind sehr sauber, das Personal sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Frühstück perfekt. Ein idealer Ausgangspunkt um Islay zu erkunden.

2025-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • gb
10
2025-10-26 • via Nuitee