Another Place, The Machrie

Hotels
8.9 (418 reviews)
Low Road , Port Ellen , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location and beach
Excellent and friendly staff/service
Outstanding golf course
Good food and restaurant
Comfortable and spacious rooms (many accounts)
Cons:
Poor value for money / expensive
Some amenity issues (hot tubs not working, small fridge with no icebox)
Room issues for some guests (shower layout, TV, lack of view)
Occasional transport/taxi coordination and convenience-product breakfast complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Multiple reviews explicitly note the hotel is very clean and rooms are well kept (e.g., 'very clean', 'Pulita e accogliente').
Service
9.8
Service is repeatedly praised across reviews: friendly, helpful staff, excellent reception and upgrades mentioned ('staff were brilliant', 'very friendly and helpful serving staff', upgrades to suites).
Location
9.9
Location is a standout in many reviews: beautiful island setting, beach access and excellent golf-course views ('amazing location', 'beautiful location', 'wonderful island').
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms are generally comfortable and spacious in several accounts, but some guests reported issues (odd shower layouts, TV replacement, limited patio seating, car-park view for some rooms).
Amenities
8.6
Good facilities noted (golf, walking, bars), but specific amenity problems were mentioned: hot tubs not working, small fridge with no ice box, taxi/transport coordination and some convenience-product breakfast complaints.
Value for Money
6.5
Multiple comments criticize price versus offering (described as expensive, 'rapporto qualità prezzo non equilibrato', expensive vegan menu and perceived poor price/value balance).
Food and Beverage
9.2
Food and restaurant are often praised as excellent and outstanding, though a few guests called out specific expensive menu items or limited vegan options.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall sentiment is strongly positive: many guests describe relaxing, exceptional stays and intentions to return ('Can’t wait to go back', 'we will return', 'Fantastic escape').
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 19:09

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience comfort and style at Machrie Hotel & Golf Links with well-equipped rooms featuring modern amenities like a minibar, safe, and flat-screen TV. The private bathrooms with shower and complimentary toiletries ensure a relaxing stay.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a delightful dining experience at our restaurant and bar, offering a diverse menu of Scottish and British dishes. Start your day with a hearty breakfast and savor afternoon tea in the elegant Stag or Courtyard Lounge.

Golf and Wellness
Enjoy exclusive access to our championship links course and practice facilities. Relax and rejuvenate at PureGray Spa & Gym with a range of treatments, sauna, and a fully-equipped gym. Unwind in the picturesque garden or explore nearby attractions like Port Ellen and Bowmore.

Book now to elevate your stay at Machrie Hotel & Golf Links!

Important information:

If more than 6 rooms are booked, this is recognized by the property as a group booking. Group policies and charges may applyPlease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 418 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 6.5
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Marie • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Tout, le lodge, la vue, l'emplacement, le calme...

Cons:

On a souvent attendu longtemps les plats au petit déjeuner et au dîner
Sinon tout était au top

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Ariana • couple • gb
8
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Jalal • couple • us
10
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Roxana • solo_traveller • gb
10
Relaxing, beautiful, especially the fact that you can walk in the beach.
Pros:

Amazing location, everyone is very friendly and helpful, nice hotel, lodges are brand new and nicely done. The cappuccino is very very good. Good food too!

Cons:

Honestly, nothing. One thing I would highlight - rooms don’t have thermostats so adjust the heater but that’s not a pro or con. Just for awareness.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Horsfield-Bradbury • solo_traveller • gb
9
Expensive but pleasureable stay
Pros:

Peaceful

Cons:

Expensive

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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SABRINA • family_with_children • it
6
Cons:

Il personale alla reception

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Kang Jin • solo_traveller • kr
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Jhy Yaa Ann • couple • tw
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Bill • couple • gb
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • gb
9
We had a great time, we will return.
Pros:

Stayed in a lodge, spacious and decor was lovely. Shower was great and it was spacious for 4 people.

Cons:

There were only 3 chairs around the patio table and there were 4 of us.
There is a small fridge but it has no ice box, if you require ice for drinks etc then you have to call reception to bring some over for you, not great to wait every time you wish a gin!

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Mat Blazejczak • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

An amazing location, very comfy beds, friendly staff.

Cons:

The hot tubs don't work, and there's no information about it on booking.com.
The vegan menu for dinner, at £50 for half an aubergine without any protein, is ridiculously expensive.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Eddie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Can’t wait to go back
Pros:

Incredibly relaxing stay, comfortable room and amazing food. The golf course and beach were beautiful.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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martin • extended_group • gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

Excellent service provided by a team of great people who ouldn't have been more helpful. Well provided room with plenty of space. Exceptional golf course and location. Very good restaurant and breakfast.

Cons:

Charging £3 for range balls when between we paid £1,000's for rooms and golf green fees doesn't feel right and to our minds strikes the wrong tone and message.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Roberts Trevor • couple • gb
10
Great hotel, food, and staff.
Pros:

The staff were brilliant, the hotel was light with some interesting architecture.
The food was wonderfull

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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THOMAS • couple • gb
9
We had a very pleasant break at the Machrie with good food in lovely surroundings.
Pros:

Excellent dinner menu.
Very friendly and helpful serving staff.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Hans-Christoph • extended_group • de
10
Schönes Ambiente, gutes Essen, freundlicher Service
Pros:

Super

Cons:

Nichts

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Alastair • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staggeringly beautiful with everything to 5 star standard

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • gb
9
Fantastic escape from the real world. Our friends being upgraded to the Ben Hogan Suite was a fabulous gesture.
Pros:

The staff and the location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Jurie Johan • family_with_children • za
9
Very enjoyable with great golf course.
Pros:

Friendly staff, very helpful. Great facilities, especially enjoyed the golf course and walking on the beach.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee