Loch Shiel Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (695 reviews)
Main Street , Acharacle , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Inconsistent food quality
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.44
Some reviews mention outdated and unclean rooms.
Service
9.41
Most reviews indicate friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
8.95
Several reviews commend the location as peaceful and close to attractions.
Room Quality
7.9
Mixed reviews, with some guests noting issues with room amenities.
Amenities
8.43
Reviews highlight good amenities like bicycle storage.
Value for Money
7.89
Some guests felt the pricing was not reflective of the quality.
Food and Beverage
7.44
Negative comments about poor food quality, particularly at dinner.
Overall Experience
8.91
Overall, guests reported a mix of positive experiences with some reservations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 10:33

Property Description

Scenic Beauty and Comfortable Stay
Loch Shiel Hotel in Acharacle offers a serene escape with its picturesque garden, shared lounge, and lake-view rooms.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in culinary delights at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the public bar.

Relaxation and Convenience
Enjoy free WiFi, buffet breakfast, and soak up the sun on the terrace.

Experience tranquility at Loch Shiel Hotel - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

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.

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).

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 695 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.44
Service: 9.41
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 7.89
Food and Beverage: 7.44
Overall Experience: 8.91
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Eva • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely staff

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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elorizonte • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Gill • couple • gb
8
A lovely Inn serving good food and comfortable rooms
Pros:

The room was great, plenty of space and very comfortable. Location and car parking was brilliant too. The two ladies on arrival were very friendly and helpful and we enjoyed an excellent evening meal. which was catered to our needs, with quick service and efficient staff.

Cons:

Unfortunately the breakfast experience was not so good. No one to direct us to our options, they had run out of brown bread half an hour into the session, quality of bread available for toast not too good , orange juice ran out and was not topped up and the whole experience took an hour, as the service was very slow, the staff member almost 'hid' in the kitchen!! However, when the cooked breakfast did arrive, it was very nice and much enjoyed.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
8
Nice, old fashioned hospitality
Pros:

Nice, old fashioned country hotel in a convenient location for a trip to the Kilchoan ferry.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Great pub grub & beer

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Wolfgang • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Freundlichkeit

Cons:

Das Umfeld des Hauses könnte man verbessern.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Deanna • family_with_children • gb
8
Comfy bed and good breakfast.
Pros:

Beautiful area and the weather was exceptional.

Cons:

It is a lovely hotel but in need of some updating/restoring to traditional style to suit the area.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Oistein F • extended_group • no
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Gail • couple • gb
9
Very good
Pros:

Location and food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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SOPHIE • extended_group • fr
9
Hôtel écossais charmant
Pros:

Très joli petit hôtel. Typiquement écossais. Personnel accueillant. Décoration et ambiance top. Bon diner et PdJ. Billard.

Cons:

L'organisation aurait pu être un peu meilleure, mais rien d'important.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Dirk • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Klein gezellig hotel met leuke bar/restaurantje

Cons:

Kamer was erg scheef (oud gebouw) douche erg klein

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • solo_traveller • gb
10
Hidden gem
Pros:

Location was beautiful. Staff extremely helpful and welcoming.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • au
4
A poor effort in Loch Shiel
Pros:

Nothing much really.

Cons:

In effect the hotel was a worksite unprepared for guests.
The entry point was changed and confusing. There was no doorknob for the bar entry. I had to put my hand under the door to open it!! There was painting and a mess in another room.
There was so much clutter in our room that we had to remove one chair so that we could open our luggage. The bathroom door got stuck on the floor. The shower was small. I could say more but ..........

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The hitela location was fabulus for getting around. It has just been taken over and was undergoing some renovations but the staff were lovely and nothing was too much trouble for them x

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • extended_group • de
4
Leider Baustelle ohne Vorwarnung
Pros:

Das Frühstück war sehr gut, auch die neue Besitzerinnen

Cons:

Das Hotel wird wohl komplett renoviert und wurde vor zwei Wochen neu übernommen. Leider wurde dies nirgends erwähnt und wir waren auf dem Zimmer und im Bad ohne Heizung und mitten in den Renovierungsarbeiten. Für das Zimmer wurden Heitzlüfter zur Verfügung gestellt, das Bad blieb jedoch kalt. Wir reden natürlich darüber das es draußen kalt (3 Grad ) war. Die Zimmer waren leider auch viel kleiner wie beschrieben. Das war für uns leider nicht ertragbar und der Preis wurde voll berechnet.
Wir durften aber ein Tag früher abreisen.
In allem wird es sicherlich schön werden und die Gastgeber waren sehr nett.
Allerdings hätte man das vorher kommunizieren sollen.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • gb
7
Lovely location and great staff.
Pros:

Good.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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gareth • extended_group • gb
10
Excellent as always
Pros:

Favourite hotel that I use. Staff are so friendly and helpful. This place is a gem.
Great for bikers as it’s so far from the criminals who want your bike. Great roads to and from.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
8
Good hotel in a great setting
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Marianne • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

Établissement bien placé, très cosy, chaleureux. L'hôtelier était charmant et très serviable.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee