Port Charlotte Hotel

Hotels
Main Street Isle of Islay , Port Charlotte , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
None mentioned

Categories

Cleanliness
9.36
Rooms were modern and clean, which reflects well on cleanliness.
Service
9.83
Incredibly friendly and welcoming staff, going above and beyond.
Location
9.87
Ideal location for exploring the island, praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
9.32
Rooms were cosy, perfectly appointed, and spotless.
Amenities
9.35
Fantastic selection of local whiskies and live music events enhance the experience.
Value for Money
9.31
Guests felt they received great value for their stay.
Food and Beverage
9.86
Food was delicious, and a highlight of many guests' experiences.
Overall Experience
9.93
Overall unmatched experience that left a lasting impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:53

Property Description

Seaside Charm and Comfort

Picturesque Location: Nestled on the shore of Loch Indaal, Port Charlotte Hotel offers stunning views and direct access to a sandy beach.

Modern Amenities: Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and coffee/tea making facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the property.

Culinary Delights and Entertainment: Indulge in local seafood and meats at the restaurant, unwind at the on-site bar, and groove to live music on Wednesday and Sunday evenings.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment at Port Charlotte Hotel?

Important information:

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 9.36
Service: 9.83
Location: 9.87
Room Quality: 9.32
Amenities: 9.35
Value for Money: 9.31
Food and Beverage: 9.86
Overall Experience: 9.93
C
Charlotte family_with_children gb
9
Wonderful hotel and would recommend to anyone.
Pros:

Wonderful hotel, loved the decor inside and the staff were fantastic! Made us feel so welcome! Food was incredible! Super delicious breakfast, and fantastic evening meal, you can tell it’s all local produce they use. Beds were so comfy! And couldn’t have asked for a better location!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
C
COLIN solo_traveller au
9
A wonderful relaxing few days.
Pros:

Great location l, a little more remote than alternate village on island. Food was excellent.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
B
Bruce couple us
10
Loved it and we will be back!
Pros:

Awesome location, staff, and food.

Cons:

That we couldn’t adjust our stay, but that was a booking.com issue.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
J
John solo_traveller gb
7
Not sure it was value for money
Pros:

Super staff

Cons:

Room a wee bit small

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
H
Helen solo_traveller gb
10
Unforgettable stay at a fabulous hotel on a spectacular island!
Pros:

Staff were friendly, attentive and the service was excellent!

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
J
James family_with_children gb
9
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
H
Howard couple gb
10
The best stay I've ever had , in any hotel, anywhere ; and I've been using Hotels for 30 Years.
Pros:

Everything , particularly the staff led by Lorna, who work as a friendly efficient team ; they set the friendly vibe that permeates the whole place. The food was excellent , in addition to the excellent fare on the main menu, there was also an authentic curry ( made by Indian Chefs ) , which my wife (who is Indian) enjoyed , which says it all.
The Bar is a very friendly welcoming place, frequented by locals and tourists alike, be sure to book a table in the bar and restaurant in advance to avoid disappointment...

Cons:

I didn't have any complaints.Do bear in mind this an older building; the only small issue was the wifi signal in Room Ten kept dropping on our second day, fortunately the staff immediately set about sorting it out, as soon as I reported it. Probably needs a repeater on the other side of the building.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
G
Gillian solo_traveller gb
10
Extremely friendly and helpful staff Very good breakfast and dinner The traditional music on the Wednesday and Sunday wa
Pros:

Lovely traditional hotel with lots of art on the walls
Staff extremely friendly and food excellent

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
J
Julie extended_group gb
6
Ok won’t be back
Pros:

Pretty beachside location - great breakfast service

Cons:

For a dog friendly hotel - it lacks - you can’t take your dog into the bar - or the lounge - and you can’t eat in the restaurant either - so you are down into the basement to get to a lacklustre conservatory to eat … means you miss out on on some of the charm of the place

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
R
Ross extended_group gb
9
very welcoming and upbeat staff with great humour. Brilliant after a long day work and travel.
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
P
Paul P John solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
F
Frank couple de
8
Grandioses full scotish breakfast
Pros:

Tolles Frühstück, sehr schöner gemütlicher Pub, nettes Personal. Leider auch sehr viel Betrieb. Wir hätten gerne öfters dort gegessen, haben es aber zu "normalen" Uhrzeiten nicht geschafft einen Tisch im Restaurant zu reservieren. Am letzten Abend haben wir nur noch einen kleinen Tisch direkt am Eingang des Pubs bekommen. Das Essen jedoch war super lecker!!

Cons:

Unser Zimmer war leider recht klein und für unser Gepäck (auf zweiwöchiger Rundreise durch Schottland, nicht gerade wenig) war wenig Platz. Dafür war die Aussicht aus dem Fenster direkt auf das Meer schön.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
J
Joanne couple gb
9
We had a fantastic stay and recommend it.
Pros:

The staff are friendly and welcoming. The room was comfortable and ambient. The restaurant and food was great, as was the hotel bar, with Scott the bartender freely sharing his vast knowledge on whiskey. The hotel has wonderful views of Loch Indaal and is in a great location, car parking was easy too, right outside it.

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
F
François extended_group fr
10
Très beau séjour, détente assurée
Pros:

Tout . Situation, personnel, services…

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
R
Richard solo_traveller us
8
Enjoyed my 1 night stay
Pros:

Very helpful staff. Excellent food

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
S
Stephen solo_traveller gb
10
Wow
Pros:

Everything exceeded my expectations.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
J
Jean-Jacques family_with_children fr
8
séjour agréable en famille
Pros:

standard

Cons:

aménagement PMR

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
I
Iain couple gb
10
Wonderful and friendly hotel
Pros:

The fabulous location right on the beach.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
D
Daniel family_with_children us
10
Stunning views, friendliest staff and best meal on the island!
Pros:

The location and views and on location restaurant can’t be beat! The rooms were comfortable and good space for us even with extra luggage and an infant bed!

Cons:

The shower in our room wasn’t enclosed so water got on the bathroom floor.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
A
Alan solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Breakfast excellent, proper Scottish breakfast. Location superb, right on water.

Cons:

Nothing really.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee