Bracken Hide Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (816 reviews)
Struan Road , Portree , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Bar
Sauna
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Cozy cabins
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Breakfast could be improved
Room size limitations

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Complaints regarding room cleanliness, including issues with hair and the overall lack of cleanliness in rooms.
Service
9.1
Positive mentions of the staff being friendly and helpful throughout various reviews.
Location
9.14
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent scenic location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.09
Some positive comments about room comfort but also notes about their size and lack of storage.
Amenities
8.12
Amenities like the cold plunge pool and sauna received some positive feedback, though room service was mentioned as lacking.
Value for Money
8.08
Quality and pricing seem appropriate for the experience, but some specific issues raised about breakfast options.
Food and Beverage
7.63
Breakfast received several complaints; however, many positive remarks for restaurant quality.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall a delightful experience despite some noted issues, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 03:00

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation and Dining
Bracken Hide Hotel, nestled in picturesque Portree, offers a 4-star experience with a restaurant serving delectable dishes and a cozy bar for unwinding. Each room boasts modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Relaxation and Convenience
Guests can enjoy the hotel's sauna, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring nearby attractions. The 24-hour front desk and luggage storage add convenience to your stay, ensuring all your needs are met promptly.

Accessible Location
Conveniently located just 35 km from Dunvegan Castle and with free private parking available, Bracken Hide Hotel is the ideal base for your adventures in Portree. Book now and experience luxury and comfort at its finest.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 816 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.09
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 7.63
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Joe • couple • us
8
Pros:

Fantastic views, loved the room design, a very special place to be when it rains. Breakfast was good. Super comfortable beds.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • us
10
Wonderful staff, location and restaurant
Pros:

It is a beautiful property in a beautiful location. Stunning views!

Cons:

Could not transport people to the room. Some rooms are a significant hike uphill to get to. And after many days of travel, hiking, and walking it would be nice to not have to walk uphill multiple times to get to your room. Not a huge complaint, just a nice suggestion.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Larissa • couple • us
10
Initially we were skeptical about staying in a non traditional hotel, but once we were introduced by reception we loved
Pros:

Unique rooms, incredible views, perfect walking distance to town, loved having breakfast and dinner onsite.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Jake • couple • gb
8
Lovely
Pros:

Restaurant and bar were amazing.

Cons:

Felt like for price and quality of other areas. Hotel could have provided umbrellas in rooms and more drying space for wet weather.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Avinash • couple • in
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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sheilabh • couple • us
10
Very interesting place to stay! The rooms were great! And so was the staff!!
Pros:

The breakfast was delicious. We also ate dinner there and it was also fantastic.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • solo_traveller • gb
3
Very overpriced
Cons:

Staff at reception need more training,very poor welcome . When key was handed in there was not even a “good morning “ or “did you sleep well “ key was taken back in silence .
For £518 price you should expect at least a bottle of wine and better selection of tea/coffee and biscuits .
Not at all a luxury experience .

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Hansjörg • extended_group • ch
4
Mittel
Pros:

Die Tiny Häuser

Cons:

Die Häuser waren überall verstreut aber ganze Reihen von Weglaternen funktionieren nicht!

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
רוזי • extended_group • il
3
אכזבה גדולה.
Pros:

מיקום מעולה, בקתות יפהפיות עם נוף מרהיב.

Cons:

חווית לקוח ירודה ביותר. אין שרות לקוחות, במיוחד במצבי חירום. תפעול לקוי ואף מסכן חיים במצב אליו נקלענו.
בזמן שהותנו הופעלה אזעקת גלאי העשן ב3:30 לפנות בוקר, והתברר שהמפתח לרכזת לא נמצא במתחם המלון. עובדי המלון היו חסרי אונים בקשר לתקלה, וחמור מכך, לא דאגו לאורחים. נאלצנו להתמודד עם הבעיה לבדנו, ללא סיוע, בחוץ, בקור מקפיא ובגשם זלעפות.
כתבנו 3 מיילים למלון, ועד לרגע זה טרם נעננו.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Renato • couple • br
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • au
7
If you are seeking a good breakfast to start the day and a central location to then head out and explore then this place
Pros:

Great views , staff were great, breakfast was a good portion, and the main building was a pleasure to sit in and enjoy.

Cons:

The rooms are just too small for international travellers with multiple bags, the bathroom is tight, limited storage and not enough hooks to hang wet gear or towels.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • us
9
Pros:

Fabulous breakfast!

Cons:

Sauna was not turned on, so we waited 30 minutes for it to get hot, but it was too slow and didn't get hot enough, so we didn't get the Sauna experience.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Rose • couple • us
10
Pros:

The units were lovely. The grounds are beautiful

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Todd • couple • us
7
Unique experience
Pros:

The property was an experience with individual huts. Very clean but small. Walked to the restaurant and our car but was expecting that. Glad we stayed!

Cons:

Service could have been much better. Restaurant was very slow. Bar was out of too many things.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Bart • couple • be
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ladislav • couple • cz
4
Tváří se jako top hotel. Top je ale pouze cena. Nemá nic co by nás lákalo přijet znovu.
Pros:

Výhled z pokojů byl pěkný

Cons:

Nezájem personálu, neuměli se usmát působili znuděně. Dlouhé a neudržované cesty na pokoje. V baru mají na stolcích nabídku, ale obsluha si Vás nevšímá. Malé venkovské hotely ve Skotsku jsou mnohem příjemnější.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Kayla • couple • us
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Klaus • couple • at
10
Gerne wieder
Pros:

Tolle Lage, tolles Frühstück und Abendessen

Cons:

Wenn man eine der oberen Hütten hat, dann ist der Weg etwas beschwerlich, besonders bei Regen und Starkem Wind

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • ch
7
Pros:

Das Hotel ist aussergewöhnlich und sehr cool! Zu Fuss aber weniger zu empfehlen, da von den Hubs bis in die Stadt mit ca 25Min pro Weg gerechnet werden muss

Cons:

Das Personal war teilweise merklich sehr unmotiviert😅

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Cary • couple • us
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee