The Ballachulish Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (2252 reviews)
Ballachulish , Glencoe , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location with amazing views
Friendly staff providing good service
Delicious breakfast and food offerings
Cons:
Issues with room cleanliness and temperature
Mould in some areas, requiring maintenance attention
Some service shortcomings impacting the experience

Categories

Cleanliness
7.43
Concerns about room cleanliness and mould reported; indicates a need for better maintenance.
Service
8.9
Generally friendly staff, though there were some service issues; overall, a good level of assistance.
Location
8.94
Exceptional location with amazing views mentioned repeatedly throughout reviews.
Room Quality
6.89
Multiple reports of cold rooms and issues with comfort; some rooms needed better heating.
Amenities
7.92
Provided basic amenities, but some guests reported needing better upkeep.
Value for Money
8.38
Satisfactory value for most, though some guests had issues that impacted perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Good breakfast and quality food reported, with some positive guest experiences.
Overall Experience
7.9
Mixed feelings with some positive highlights, but significant concerns affected overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:48

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Luxury

Discover the allure of The Ballachulish, a baronial Highland hotel nestled amidst the majestic Glencoe Mountains. Experience a seamless blend of historic charm and modern luxury, offering a unique stay that resonates with both elegance and comfort.

Breathtaking Lochside Location

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Scotland at The Ballachulish Hotel, ideally positioned by the tranquil loch and at the base of Glencoe. Indulge in the picturesque views of the loch and the awe-inspiring mountain scenery that surrounds the property, creating a truly enchanting backdrop for your stay.

Exploration and Relaxation

Embark on a journey of exploration from this idyllic retreat, whether venturing along the west coast or partaking in the myriad of local activities available. After a day of adventure, return to the hotel to unwind in the cozy comfort that awaits, ensuring a memorable and rejuvenating experience.

Book your stay at The Ballachulish and elevate your Highland getaway to new heights.

Important information:

Group Bookings:
Reservations for 6 or more rooms made under the same name and for the same arrival date will be classed as a group booking and may require a deposit or full pre-payment before the date of arrival.

When traveling with pets, please note that only dogs are allowed.


Please contact the hotel directly in advance of your stay if you would like to book a meal. Luxuries such as flowers, champagne and chocolates can also be made available in your room (at an additional cost) by contacting the hotel in advance.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2252 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.43
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 6.89
Amenities: 7.92
Value for Money: 8.38
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 7.9
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Catherine • couple • gb
9
Good hotel in a great location.
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

Nice room in a beautiful building, clean and quiet
Good breakfast buffet and possibility to dine in

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
8
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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a.c. • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

La camera era molto spaziosa, con bagno privato. La vista dalla camera era molto bella.

Cons:

Abbiamo cenato al ristorante e nonostante i costi importanti, la cena non è stata un granché. Il tavolo era appiccicoso perché evidentemente non era stato pulito bene.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • nl
4
Ondanks een mooi uiterlijk voor ons nooit meer!
Pros:

Het hotel zag er supermooi uit

Cons:

We hadden zoveel geluidsoverlast dat we niet hebben kunnen slapen. We sliepen op de begane grond, alle vloeren waren van hout en kraakten enorm. Onze bovenburen konden denk ik ook niet slapen want die hebben de hele nacht heen en weer gelopen waardoor het enorm kraakte!

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Vanden Bemden • solo_traveller • be
9
Incroyable !
Pros:

Le caractère historique du bâtiment, la vue spectaculaire, la qualité du restaurant, la beauté du lieu et le service

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Florence • couple • fr
8
Pros:

Beautiful location with splendid views

Cons:

Quite noisy

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Maribel • couple • us
8
Nice but maybe bad timing for us.
Pros:

Gorgeous location!!

Cons:

The room was small and the staff were not very personable. The dining room was noisy and had large bus tours moving through.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Simon • extended_group • gb
10
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • gb
10
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Clare • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Good location on route to the Highlands, lovely view over the Loch.
The food we had in the evening in the bar was very good.
Very helpful providing a dog friendly table for breakfast and dinner.

Cons:

It was a noisy hotel with doors slamming as they were impossible to shut quietly.
Breakfast service was lacking. It was a buffet style Breakfast but food, juice and glasses kept running out so you had to keep waiting for things as the staff couldn't replenish quick enough.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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HANG-GABRIELS • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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helen • couple • je
9
Nice stay at Glencoe
Pros:

The location was excellent and food and room good

Cons:

Noisy road with timber trucks going past all hours.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • be
9
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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JANE • couple • gb
6
Urgently in need of bedroom and bathroom update and fewer coach parties
Pros:

Nothing really. The staff were generally pleasant and helpful, reception especially. Staff generally tried to make the inconvenience of sharing the hotel with travelling coach groups as easy as possible but it was a difficult daily task for them I suspect.

Cons:

Coach trips of 40 odd people arriving every day made booking breakfast, using lounge in the evening, check in (if you were unlucky to co-incide) generally more difficult and less pleasant. Communal areas nicely decorated but rooms and bathrooms very tired and needing updating. Perhaps impact of coach groups, but the buffet cooked breakfast was always less warm than pleasant; tables and floors a bit sticky.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Cyrielle • family_with_children • be
6
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Dianne • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Location and hotel are quite unique. Room had been recently renivated and was so beautuful and confortable. View from dining room a treat. Staff lovely

Cons:

That we had to leave!

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Ana • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Isabell • couple • de
7
Pros:

Tolle Aussicht, sehr nah am Glencoe.

Cons:

Man hat die Gäste im Zimmer über uns so laut laufen hören, als stünden sie bei uns im Raum. Leider sehr dünne, knarzige Böden.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee