Islay Frigate Hotel

Hotels
7.6 (671 reviews)
Harbour Street , Tarbert , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Convenient amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room sizes
Bathroom concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.49
Several mentions of cleanliness issues including mouldy smells and shared bathroom concerns.
Service
8.46
Friendly staff consistently mentioned across reviews, indicating good service.
Location
8.5
Great central location with multiple references to nice views and convenience.
Room Quality
6.95
Rooms described as small and outdated by several guests.
Amenities
7.48
Basic amenities provided, with feedback indicating mixed feelings about available services.
Value for Money
7.44
Good value noted for size and flexibility, despite some concerns about amenities.
Food and Beverage
7.49
Breakfast was mentioned positively but lacking in options for some reviews.
Overall Experience
7.96
Overall positive experiences with some areas for improvement discussed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 08:19

Property Description

Picturesque Location
Nestled in Tarbert, Islay Frigate Hotel offers a serene escape with stunning sea views and beautiful gardens.

Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in well-appointed rooms with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs and cozy bedding. Some rooms even provide breathtaking views of the sea.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a delectable à la carte, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast, served fresh every morning at Islay Frigate Hotel.

Book your stay at Islay Frigate Hotel now to experience a perfect blend of comfort and charm in Tarbert.

Important information:

Please note that this propert does not accept dogs
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 671 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.49
Service: 8.46
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 6.95
Amenities: 7.48
Value for Money: 7.44
Food and Beverage: 7.49
Overall Experience: 7.96
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Gregory • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

We felt so taken care of by the staff! They truly went above and beyond to ensure safe storage for our bikes and welcome us. Such friendly and accommodating people we truly enjoyed meeting. Excellent breakfast, comfortable room, and clean spaces to stay warm & dry. And you can't beat that view! Just a minute walk from restaurants and groceries. We only wish we could've stayed longer!

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Robert • extended_group • se
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Wolff • solo_traveller • se
7
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Molecook • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great wee hotel!
Pros:

Great location on the harbour. Very friendly staff. The public bar on a Friday night was busy, loud and very friendly! Love the lobster bedsheets and wallpaper everywhere. Room small but tidy! We would have no hesitation returning!

Cons:

It is a little bit tired in decoration but you can see that the present owners are making nice improvements.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location and good price

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Allen • couple • gb
9
Lush.
Pros:

What a fabulous gem of a hotel, right on the harbour front.
We stayed here to escape the weather whilst car camping Mull & Arran, before owing on to D&G. The hotel let us use their washer & dryer to our laundry at no extra fee - thank you!

Cons:

Garden could do with a bit of care but no other issues.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Marc • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Great staff, beautiful room with view of the harbor, comfortable bed.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Rachael • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great location, lovely views, friendly staff, clean rooms, good value for money.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Tara • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

A lovely stay. Comfortable beds, beautiful views and a great breakfast. Outstanding a service from the staff :)

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Constanze • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Staff, hübsches Zimmer, leckeres Frühstück mit toller Aussicht auf den Hafen.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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donald • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

good breakfast, polite staff and good location.

Cons:

ensuite very small . shared bathroom much better, nice big shower.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Eman • couple • gb
10
Super accommodation.
Pros:

Decor and cleanliness.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Khawar • couple • gb
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Donald • solo_traveller • gb
10
Donald Innes
Pros:

Nice friendly staff and great view over the harbour

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Great location, lovely room.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • gb
10
Great value, a comfortable night’s sleep with an excellent breakfast and warm friendly staff
Pros:

The staff were excellent and the beds so comfy

Cons:

The steep stairs may be an issue for some but unavoidable as it’s an old property. Maybe just something to be aware of

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Really enjoyed this place - just what I was looking for.

Cons:

N/a

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee