Old Captain Guest House

Hotels
7.7 (841 reviews)
1 Blaven Road , Portree , gb

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Shared kitchen
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean facilities
Cons:
Small rooms
Issues with cleanliness
Lack of breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
6.08
Some reviews mention mold and water leaks in the bathroom, affecting cleanliness.
Service
9.07
Guests praised the friendly and welcoming staff, enhancing the overall service quality.
Location
9.07
The location is frequently highlighted as central and convenient for exploring Portree.
Room Quality
6.58
Rooms noted as small and some issues with noise due to thin walls, indicating room quality could be better.
Amenities
8.07
Amenities like a shared kitchen received positive remarks, though some guests found the room amenities lacking.
Value for Money
7.08
Reviews suggest the price is a bit high compared to the quality and condition of the rooms.
Food and Beverage
7.58
Breakfast was mentioned as lacking variety, though availability of kitchen amenities is a plus.
Overall Experience
8.07
Overall experience was generally positive, with several guests expressing a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:29

Property Description

Charming Garden Oasis

Mountain and Garden Views: Enjoy breathtaking views of the mountains and lush gardens surrounding Old Captain Guest House.

Cozy Accommodations: Each unit at the homestay offers a comfortable stay with a dressing room, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom.

Relaxation and Convenience: Unwind near the outdoor fireplace or take advantage of free WiFi and private parking during your stay.

Book your serene getaway at Old Captain Guest House today!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 841 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.08
Service: 9.07
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 6.58
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 7.08
Food and Beverage: 7.58
Overall Experience: 8.07
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Catherine • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Harris • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The property was really close to the town centre but far enough away to be in a quiet area. Great kitchen facilities and positive owner.

Cons:

Room was smaller than we imagined for the price we paid. Had to ask the neighbours to turn the tv down due to walls being paper thin at around 10:30pm.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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MYRIAM • couple • be
10
Warm en welkom onthaal, fijn dat we de keuken ook konden gebruiken.
Pros:

Zeer mooi gedecoreerd, heel hygiënisch! Gezien de ideale locatie op Isle of Skye zijn prijs waard.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Katarzyna • couple • gb
10
Great value for money
Pros:

The property is in a good location , it’s comfortable and clean . Kitchen facilities are great

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Stacy • couple • us
10
Convenient and cozy
Pros:

Very cozy. Our room was spacious and had a large window. Full kitchen facilities were available but we really didn’t take advantage. Olga was a dear and Teddy her furry “boss” was delightful. Convenient to shops and restaurants. A delightful place to stay to enjoy the charms of Skye

Cons:

They had a killer coffee machine but we forgot to take advantage of it. Our bad, not Olga’s

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Maurus • couple • ch
4
Das Geld nicht wert
Pros:

Gute Lage, top WLAN, Küche mitnutzbar, kleines Frühstück inbegriffen

Cons:

Streng geregelte, unflexible Zeiten zur Benützung der Küche, dünne Wände, sehr kleines Zimmer ohne Stauraum und unangenehmer Geruch.
Die Gastgeberin war bei einem gewissen Problem, das wir während des Aufenthaltes entdeckten, nicht hilfsbereit und gab uns die Schuld, wobei das Problem sehr wahrscheinlich bereits vor unserer Ankunft bestand. Dies führte zu unangenehmen Auseinandersetzungen und wir fühlten uns nicht willkommen.
Wir denken, dass sie oben genanntes Problem nicht ausreichend versteht und sich auch nicht informieren wird, weshalb wir bezweifeln, dass sie es adäquat lösen wird.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Sylwia • solo_traveller • pl
8
Pros:

Lokalizacja, czysto, bezpłatny parking .Łazienka obok pokoju zamykana na klucz.

Cons:

Niestety nie udało nam się zarezerwować z łazienką w pokoju , poza było trochę uciążliwe ale na jedną noc ok, Brak pilota do tv.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Brett • family_with_children • us
8
Pleasant, functional place to stay in small but busy Portree on the beautiful Isle of Skye!
Pros:

The location in Portree was very convenient - a short (6 minute) walk to "downtown," made it easy to get to the shops and restaurants, but being in a neighborhood kept it a little quieter.

Cons:

The bed I slept in was not at all firm, which is hard on my back.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Annick • couple • ch
7
Content de n’y passer qu’une nuit
Pros:

L’emplacement

Cons:

Champignons dans la douche et coins de la chambre
Petit déjeuner spartiate, toast beurre confiture et flocons d’avoine alors que d’autres clients ont mentionné recevoir une assiette avec fromage et jambon.
Manque de rideaux chambre car elle est vers la porte d’entrée ou tout le monde passe.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Nicky • couple • nl
9
Fijne locatie en fijne gemeenschappelijke ruimten.
Pros:

Goede ligging in Portree, fijne gemeenschappelijke keuken en woonkamer met heerlijke stoelen, waardoor het toch een beetje is alsof je een heel huisje geboekt hebt. Gebruik van de keuken zijn prima tijden en makkelijk afspraken over te maken. Aardige dame die alles regelt en schoonhoudt.

Cons:

Doekjes in de keuken zouden wat vaker vervangen mogen worden.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Chevallier • extended_group • fr
10
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Kathija • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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JESSICA • extended_group • us
8
One of the only places we could find with three rooms, so happy they had availability.
Pros:

Nice easy walk to town, quiet location

Cons:

Easy to hear other people staying

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Francesco • solo_traveller • it
9
Consigliatissimo!
Pros:

Struttura pulita e accogliente, proprietaria molto disponibile, ha dato in omaggio la colazione nonostante non fosse inclusa nella prenotazione.
Posizione a 3 minuti a piedi dal centro di Portree.

Cons:

Non ho trovato nulla che non sia stato di mio gradimento.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • couple • nl
7
Prima voor een paar nachtjes.
Pros:

Bedden en de douche waren super. De locatie was in principe op loopafstand van het dorp, maar wel via een steile weg. In het dorp waren ook voldoende eetgelegenheden.

Cons:

Weinig tot geen kastruimte en bijna geen stopcontacten.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Sheree • couple • au
8
We had a lovely chat to the owner who made us feel welcome.
Pros:

A home away from home. It was very well accommodating, clean and friendly.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • gb
8
Excellent location on a fantastic island!
Pros:

Comfortable little room, excellent shower, and having access to fully equipped kitchen was a nice touch. Location was a very short walk away from Portree centre with some excellent pubs and cafes. Portree is a great centre from which to explore the island, which is spectacular!

Cons:

Not much, really! Expect to be asked to remove your shoes on arrival, though!

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Ian • extended_group • gb
7
Good location, friendly host but for the money I felt it was a little dated
Pros:

Good location close to the centre of town, parking available and free toast/cereals/tea/coffee at breakfast a bonus

Cons:

Room was a little dated

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Claude • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Bon emplacement tranquille. Cuisine avec tout ce qu’il faut pour se préparer un petit déjeuner. Très bonne douche. Tranquille. Merci!

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee