The Old Inn

Hotels
7.5 (335 reviews)
Flowerdale Glen , Gairloch , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor value for money

Categories

Cleanliness
6.71
Comments about cleanliness include issues with cleanliness and maintenance; improvements needed.
Service
8.68
Service generally rated as good, with friendly staff, though there were complaints about the greeting.
Location
8.72
Consistently praised location, with comments stressing convenience and pleasant surroundings.
Room Quality
6.67
Rooms mentioned as needing maintenance and rather dated; some guests reported not enjoying their accommodation.
Amenities
7.7
Amenities provided were satisfactory but described as standard for the hotel quality.
Value for Money
6.66
Several reviews mentioned poor value for what is received, especially breakfast and room condition.
Food and Beverage
7.21
Food quality varied, with overall positive remarks for dinner but disappointments regarding breakfast.
Overall Experience
7.68
Overall stay was enjoyable despite issues, suggesting potential for positively reflecting on the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:24

Property Description

Charming Coastal Retreat

Enchanting En Suite Rooms: Each room at The Old Inn offers modern comforts like a TV and tea/coffee facilities, ensuring a cozy stay.

Gastronomic Delights: Indulge in a culinary journey at our restaurant, showcasing a delectable menu of local seafood and game crafted from fine local produce. Quench your thirst with real ales at the inviting lounge and public bar.

Perfect for Nature Enthusiasts: Nestled near the Flowerdale Valley and a small fishing harbor, The Old Inn is a haven for birdwatching and sailing enthusiasts.

Experience the allure of The Old Inn - book your stay now for an unforgettable coastal getaway!

Important information:

Please note that not all rooms can accommodate pets. Please check with the property before arrival by using the Special Request box when booking or the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please indicate your preferred bedding configuration at the time of booking.

Guests wishing to dine at the property are required to book in advance prior to arrival due to high season.

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).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for £5.50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for £5.50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 6 years old and over stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

7.5
Based on 335 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.71
Service: 8.68
Location: 8.72
Room Quality: 6.67
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 6.66
Food and Beverage: 7.21
Overall Experience: 7.68
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Janet • couple • gb
7
After reading some reviews it was better than expected but I thought it was overpriced
Pros:

The receptionist was extremely pleasant and the room was fine

Cons:

The breakfast was very average

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
7
2025-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Dario • solo_traveller • gb
9
2025-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • gb
10
Best hotel in the NW!
Pros:

Everything…love this place!

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-14 • via Nuitee
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alan • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Location

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Ethel-Maria • couple • de
8
Pros:

Zimmer waren sehr schön und die Betten sehr bequem. Sehr freundliches Personal und das Essen war hervorragend.

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Mr Alistair C
8
Pros:

In a great location and close to the harbour. We enjoyed our meals in the bar/restaurant. The evening meals were of a good quality. We enjoyed our stay and will probably stay again.

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee
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Barry • family_with_children • gb
8
Was a pleasant stay staff were friendly
Pros:

Only stayed the 1 night but it seemed nice

Cons:

Nothing

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Appleby • couple • gb
9
2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Rosemary • couple • gb
7
2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Hamid Majid • couple • gb
5
Cons:

Short of staff three ladies in the evening were struggling reception of guests, dinner in three areas of hotel and only one lady on the breakfast service

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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alan
4
Pros:

Hotel in need of some maintenance, rooms a little shabby
Meals were dissapointing
Hotel expensive for what it is

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Xhavit • couple • gb
5
Pros:

I stayed 1 night and it is nothing to like.

Cons:

When you walk in buildings the cooking smell it's disgusting which puts you off and the facilities are not that clean.

2025-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Taft • couple • gb
3
Poor value for money
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

Generally the room was awful, very dated and the bedlinen looked like something out of the 70s. The breakfast was dreadful. Poached eggs which felt like hard boiled eggs. Very little choice of cereals.
Extremely poor value for money.

2025-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • au
6
2025-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Marie • couple • fr
4
Décevant
Pros:

La localisation

Cons:

L'accueil déplorable. La chambre à 200 euros( petit déjeuner compris) située dans un couloir derrière la cuisine ,avec comme fenêtres 2 vasistas donnant sur un fourgon stationné devant .
Douche et toilettes ont dûs être réparés à notre demande.

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
7
Enjoyed our stay but the pre-paid breakfast was the most disappointing aspect.
Pros:

Location is great and bar was nice. Restaurant was very good, 3 out of 4 meals were excellent (bizarrely the basic chicken burger was poor compared to beautiful fish dishes and venison stew). Bar and restaurant staff were friendly and welcoming.

Cons:

Breakfast set up and quality was poor. Don’t think the chef works mornings.

2025-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Matthew
8
Pretty good
Pros:

Decent hotel. The food was good in the evening, though breakfast was a little underwhelming. The rooms are dated and would definitely benefit from a bit of investment, however the staff were extremely helpful and the area is fantastic.

2025-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Manon • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Ruime kamer met goede bedden. Koffie-en theefaciliteiten en flesjes water. Voor onze hond stond er een mand klaar met wat snoepjes. Badkamer wat aan de kleine kant maar voor 1 nacht prima.

Cons:

Eten vonden wij niet super.
Prijs overnachting te hoog in vergelijking met comfort.

2025-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Christophe • couple • fr
8
2025-08-30 • via Nuitee