The Inveraray Inn, BW Signature Collection

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BW Signature Collection by Best Western
8.1 (1122 reviews)
Front Street , Inveraray , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Facilities good and staff very welcoming
Food was excellent
Cons:
Bed was uncomfortable
Sleep disturbed by noise from heavy vehicles

Categories

Cleanliness
8.31
Immaculately clean, well placed & friendly.
Service
8.58
The staff were absolutely brilliant! We had a good laugh with them and nothing was a problem.
Location
8.02
Beautiful location and excellent food.
Room Quality
7.77
Room was lovely and warm; however, issues with bed comfort noted.
Amenities
7.6
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.16
Very nice stay with good price-value ratio.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Food was excellent and enjoyable breakfast and evening meal.
Overall Experience
7.88
A lovely break in picturesque surroundings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 04:12

Property Description

Stunning Loch Views and Local Produce
Experience the beauty of Loch Fyne and Loch Shira while indulging in locally sourced dishes at The Inveraray Inn, BW Signature Collection. Enjoy freshly prepared seasonal meals with a takeaway breakfast option for busy mornings.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in en suite rooms equipped with shower facilities, a TV, and tea/coffee making amenities. Wake up to picturesque loch views from many of the rooms, offering a serene start to your day.

Convenient Location with Easy Access to Nearby Destinations
Located just a short walk from Inveraray Castle and Inveraray Jail, our inn also provides easy access to transportation with a bus stop adjacent to the property. Explore Glasgow, Oban, and Campbeltown with ease during your stay.

Book now to experience the charm and convenience of The Inveraray Inn, BW Signature Collection.

Important information:

Due to the style of the building, there are narrow and steep stairs leading to the rooms, which may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 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 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1122 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.31
Service: 8.58
Location: 8.02
Room Quality: 7.77
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 7.88
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great staff

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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john • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
7
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

The staff were friendly, the rooms were nice and comfortable and food was good

Cons:

Not a great selection of flavoured gins and no salmon on the menu for breakfast which was advertised

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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mary • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

room

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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wendy • couple • gb
10
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
9
Good stay
Pros:

Great staff and food.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Sk2405 • couple • kw
6
Good for location but can be difficult for ppl with limited mobility
Pros:

Location was great. Walkable distance from the Castle. Rooms were not very big but had window with view.
It has lake facing view and good restaurant below. Though Service was slow, food was fine.

Cons:

The staircase at the hotel is very difficult to navigate with luggage.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Roelof • couple • nl
8
Uitstekende lokatie met alle voorzieningen voor ons als motorrijder, motoren staan wel op straat maar nooit onveilig gev
Pros:

Mooie en leuke plek, prima hygiene en goed bed

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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wee j glasgow • couple • gb
6
Pros:

the hotel in a great location in need of a wee makeover

Cons:

poor continental breakfast

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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guccifrenchy67 • Solo travel • Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England
10
Miss Marshmallow Mouse loved visiting the historic Inveraray Inn on Loch Fyne !
Pros:

We loved visiting the historic Inveraray Inn on Loch Fyne, Scotland on 16.06.26 😊❤️

The Inveraray Inn is a historic 3-star hotel located on Front Street East in Inveraray, Scotland.

Originally built in the 18th century, this vintage property overlooks the waters of Loch Fyne and offers a mix of traditional charm and modern hotel amenities.

Designed by the acclaimed architect John Adam and opened in 1755, The Inveraray Inn is one of the oldest and most historic hotels on the west coast of Scotland.

Originally built as "The Great Inn" to accommodate visitors to Inveraray Castle, the inn has evolved with the town over the centuries.

1744: The third Duke of Argyll initiates a major project to rebuild the town of Inveraray and Inveraray Castle, commissioning architect John Adam to help design the settlement.

1755: The Inveraray Inn officially opens its doors. It is built in a classic Georgian style.

18th & 19th Centuries: Throughout its early history, the property operates under several names, including "The Great Inn", "The New Inn", "The Argyll Arms Hotel", and "The Argyll Hotel".

The Steamship Era: The growth of steamship travel along the River Clyde transforms Inveraray into a popular tourist destination, with the hotel serving eager Victorian travellers.

Modern Day: Now operating as The Inveraray Inn, the 36-bedroom listed building offers Highland hospitality and remains one of the most distinguished accommodations in Argyll & Bute.

Inveraray is a historic planned town and former royal burgh in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, famously situated on the western shore of Loch Fyne.

Known traditionally as the "Capital of Argyll," this 18th-century town was completely rebuilt by the 5th Duke of Argyll, resulting in its highly distinctive, unified Georgian architecture and striking whitewashed buildings.

It serves as the ancestral seat of the Dukes of Argyll and the Clan Campbell 😊

2026-06-21 • via Tripadvisor
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Fiona • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Lovely location. Friendly staff.

Cons:

The continental breakfast was poor value for money

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Ilka • couple • de
8
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Angela • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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clive • couple • gb
10
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robert • extended_group • gb
7
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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gaynor • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely place to break our journey from Islay back to England
Pros:

Beautiful position near the loch. Dog friendly. Very helpful and pleasant staff. Good food. Spacious rooms with quality toiletries and big accessible showers.

Cons:

Minor niggle in that waste basket in one room had not been emptied since previous guests

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Magnar • couple • at
8
Schöner Einstieg in einen tollen Urlaub.
Pros:

Ausgezeichnetes Frühstück, vielfältige Auswahl. Sehr schöne Lage mit Blick auf das Wasser.

Cons:

Personal wirkte etwas gestresst.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Iñigo • extended_group • es
8
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