The Ballachulish Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (2424 reviews)
Ballachulish , Glencoe , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2424 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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Morgan • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

We loved everything about the place. The rooms were spacious. The breakfast and dinner were delicious. The sunset was absolutely gorgeous. It was a great quick stop on our journey around Scotland.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • solo_traveller • au
6
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Russell • couple • us
9
Great value, spacious rooms, excellent breakfast and an awesome setting on a lock.
Pros:

Lovely spot overlooking a picturesque loch. A roomy and spacious hotel, a rarity in Europe. Our room was large and bigger than even American hotel rooms. Luxurious shower and toilet. Warm and relaxing great room with leather chairs and sofas off the lobby for relaxing and reading or visiting with other guests. Breakfast was the best I have had in Europe. Great staff, food selections, haggis sausage, eggs, all sorts of other goodies and all the coffee you can drink.

Cons:

The night check in guy was from their other hotel and not much help with answering questions about parking and electric car charging, which I found none.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • ca
7
Very nice but pricey
Pros:

Beautiful & full of character and history. Very nice view. Full breakfast buffet. Very nice restaurant.

Cons:

Bathroom wasn't meticulously clean. Staff were less friendly than other places we stayed - felt busier and less welcoming. The view from our room was terrible- I did recieve an offer to upgrade but the price was already very high so I didn't want to pay more.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Maria-Cecilia • couple • us
9
Perfect stat
Pros:

The style and location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

All of it.. it was amazing

Cons:

The coffee needs looking at..

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Delphine • couple • fr
8
Belle découverte
Pros:

L’emplacement en bord de lac ! Belle vue et authentique

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Muriel • couple • ch
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Raquel • couple • es
8
Astonishing location.
Pros:

The location is espectacular

Cons:

Hall carpet needs a good cleaning

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Marie • couple • gp
4
Il faut aimer vivre au rythme de ses voisins de chambre
Pros:

L’emplacement

Cons:

Isolation phonique catastrophique

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Augusto • couple • es
10
Ojalá poder ponerle un 11 sobre 10
Pros:

El hotel es una maravilla, la atencion/localizacion/restaurante/habitaciones son excelentes

Cons:

Por buscar una pega, son escaleras sin ascensor. Son 2 plantas que se suben facilmente pero entiendo que a una persona con discapacidad para andar le costaria

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Gwilym • family_with_children • us
10
Amazing food and views-wish we could have stayed longer.
Pros:

Amazing food and views-wish we could have stayed longer.

Cons:

We arrived at 8pm dure to car trouble so there was a bit of trouble finding our room, but the restaurant staff took very good care of us.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Lerner • extended_group • ca
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Brunner József • solo_traveller • hu
8
Scotland
Pros:

Hely

Cons:

Recepciós

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Maria Rosaria • couple • it
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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isabelle • family_with_children • fr
8
une région magnifique
Pros:

les chambres de la partie central de l'hotel semblent d'époque avec beaucoup de charme.
très bon petit déjeuner
restaurant de poissons bien pratique car peu/pas d'autres endroits où manger à proximité
la vue

Cons:

une de nos chambres était dans une extension récente avec un bruit de ventilation permanent.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Dagmar • couple • de
8
Schön
Pros:

Altes nettes großes Hotel mit hervorragendem Restaurant.

Cons:

Leider wurde beim einchecken vergessen zu sagen, dass 5 Minuten Fahrzeit entfernt im Schwesterhotel ein Wellnessangebot besteht.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Salvatore • extended_group • it
7
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Patricia Lynn • couple • us
9
Excellent food and a beautiful setting
Pros:

FISH (their restaurant) is excellent!! I don't think I've had a better burger :) The hotel is clean and quiet. There are tables outside as well. Staff were friendly and helpful, the front desk staff gave good recommendations for running routes. Lots of space to park. Breakfast was AMAZING, it is a proper Scottish breakfast with lots of choices!!

Cons:

No air conditioning, a fan would have helped!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Duncan • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Location

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee