Pros
- Set in handsome Scots Baronial-style building overlooking Loch Linnhe
- Many rooms feature views over the loch
- Full Scottish breakfast included in price
- Lounge and library with open fireplaces
- Good selection of whiskies
- Free pass to use health facilities at nearby Isles of Glencoe
- Free Wi-Fi throughout
Cons
- Decor is dated and tatty in places
- No health or spa facilities on site
- Drinks can be expensive
Bottom Line
The Ballachulish Hotel is a mid-range property housed in an imposing Scots Baronial building overlooking the stunning Loch Linnhe in the Glencoe Highlands. Some of the simply furnished rooms have views of the loch and/or jetted tubs. While the interiors feel dated and in need of a refresh, creaky stairs and cracking log fires create plenty of homey ambience. A bar-bistro provides a hearty breakfast and good range of whiskies accompanied by loch views. The nearby Isles of Glencoe provides more modern lodging at comparable rates.
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Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Allowed
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Fine Scots Baronial-style architecture with dated yet homey ambience
Drawing on Medieval and Renaissance influences, the Ballachulish Hotel is housed in a handsome piece of Scots Baronial-style architecture characterized by spired turrets and stone arches. While some efforts have been made to continue the old-world tone in the interiors, with gilt-framed portraits and a few antique pieces, a combination of mismatched furnishings and dated decor tends to break the spell. Modern-looking paneling jars with traditional drapery, while a scattering of random vintage objects adds to the confusing melange of styles. Crackling log fires and creaky staircases, however, add a unpolished, homey feel and lend the place some quirky, old-school charm. It's also easy to overlook its aesthetic shortcomings for the breathtaking views the hotel commands across the lochs.
Location
Stunning setting overlooking two lochs in the Glencoe Highlands
The hotel is nestled among the mountainous Highlands of Glencoe and overlooking Loch Linnhe and Loch Leven. While the rugged and scenic surroundings makes it popular with hikers and ramblers, being set just off the main A828 road also means easy access by car (though there's little in the way of local public transportation). The hotel is also just over an hour's drive from the legendary Loch Ness and a couple minutes from the Dragon's Tooth Golf Course.
Rooms
Simple, traditionally furnished rooms, some with jetted tubs and loch views
The hotel's simple, traditionally styled rooms come with kettles and TVs, though some of the decor is dated and showing signs of wear. Upgraded Feature Rooms are larger and provide views overlooking the loch; some are decorated in brighter and fresher styling, while others have sleigh beds. Bathrooms are generally clean and well-maintained, and some feature jetted tubs. Note that due to the presence of peat in the area, the water can appear to have a slight yellow tinge, but it's perfectly safe.
Features
Full Scottish breakfast, a fine whisky selection, and crackling log fires
A full Scottish breakfast is included in room rates and served daily in the hotel's loch-side bar. The eatery also serves lunch and dinner, with a strong emphasis on traditional Scottish fare. A good choice of whiskies can be sipped in front of open fires in the library and lounge, though with no local competition prices can be steep. While there are no spa or health facilities on-site, guests receive a free pass to use the pool and sauna at the Isles of Glencoe Hotel, a five-minute drive away.
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Scene
Fine Scots Baronial-style architecture with dated yet homey ambience
Drawing on Medieval and Renaissance influences, the Ballachulish Hotel is housed in a handsome piece of Scots Baronial-style architecture characterized by spired turrets and stone arches. While some efforts have been made to continue the old-world tone in the interiors, with gilt-framed portraits and a few antique pieces, a combination of mismatched furnishings and dated decor tends to break the spell. Modern-looking paneling jars with traditional drapery, while a scattering of random vintage objects adds to the confusing melange of styles. Crackling log fires and creaky staircases, however, add a unpolished, homey feel and lend the place some quirky, old-school charm. It's also easy to overlook its aesthetic shortcomings for the breathtaking views the hotel commands across the lochs.
Location
Stunning setting overlooking two lochs in the Glencoe Highlands
The hotel is nestled among the mountainous Highlands of Glencoe and overlooking Loch Linnhe and Loch Leven. While the rugged and scenic surroundings makes it popular with hikers and ramblers, being set just off the main A828 road also means easy access by car (though there's little in the way of local public transportation). The hotel is also just over an hour's drive from the legendary Loch Ness and a couple minutes from the Dragon's Tooth Golf Course.
Rooms
Simple, traditionally furnished rooms, some with jetted tubs and loch views
The hotel's simple, traditionally styled rooms come with kettles and TVs, though some of the decor is dated and showing signs of wear. Upgraded Feature Rooms are larger and provide views overlooking the loch; some are decorated in brighter and fresher styling, while others have sleigh beds. Bathrooms are generally clean and well-maintained, and some feature jetted tubs. Note that due to the presence of peat in the area, the water can appear to have a slight yellow tinge, but it's perfectly safe.
Features
Full Scottish breakfast, a fine whisky selection, and crackling log fires
A full Scottish breakfast is included in room rates and served daily in the hotel's loch-side bar. The eatery also serves lunch and dinner, with a strong emphasis on traditional Scottish fare. A good choice of whiskies can be sipped in front of open fires in the library and lounge, though with no local competition prices can be steep. While there are no spa or health facilities on-site, guests receive a free pass to use the pool and sauna at the Isles of Glencoe Hotel, a five-minute drive away.
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Best Rates
Amenities
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Balcony / Terrace / Patio
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Basic Television
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Cabanas
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Concierge
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Free Breakfast
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Pets Allowed
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