Glenisle Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with free breakfast and bars

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Premier Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Beach
Premier Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Property entrance

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Shore Road - Lamlash, Isle of Arran, Scotland, KA27 8LY
  • Place, Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Auchrannie Leisure Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Brodick Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
    ‪106 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Lamlash

Located within a mile (2 km) of Holding POI for Lamlash, Glenisle Hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Holy Isle. This 13-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Auchrannie Leisure Centre - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Arran Heritage Museum - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Brodick Castle - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Marvin Elliott - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pierhead Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Copperwheat Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brodick Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Rock - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Glenisle Hotel

Beach hotel with free breakfast and bars
A local mainstay since 1760, Glenisle Hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a TV in a common area and a garden.
Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, phones, and desks are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Glenisle Bistro

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1760
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Glenisle Hotel
Glenisle Hotel Isle of Arran
Glenisle Isle of Arran
Glenisle
Glenisle Hotel Hotel
Glenisle Hotel Isle of Arran
Glenisle Hotel Hotel Isle of Arran

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Glenisle Hotel?

Glenisle Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Glenisle Hotel?

This hotel is located in Isle of Arran, close to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Auchrannie Leisure Centre, and Arran Heritage Museum. You'll also find Holding POI for Lamlash and Holy Isle within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Glenisle Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Glenisle Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Glenisle Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Glenisle Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Glenisle Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 2 bars plus some guestrooms include sea views and separate bathtubs and showers.

Are there hot tubs at Glenisle Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Glenisle Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Glenisle Hotel serves free full breakfasts at Glenisle Bistro each morning.

Will Glenisle Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Glenisle Hotel.

Does Glenisle Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Glenisle Hotel?

The closest major airport to Glenisle Hotel is Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick), which is about 20.3 mi away. Another top airport is Campbeltown (CAL), which is around 23.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Glenisle Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Glenisle Hotel.

Glenisle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 559 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 559 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 559 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 559 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 559 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Arran or bust

Lovely place good parking at the rear for our motorbikes food was excellent Great Negroni’s !!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Let down on arranged breakfast

Lovely place, nice location, very friendly staff. We had an early ferry and were offered a breakfast to go, unfortunately no staff was at the desk despite ringing the bell and waiting 15 minutes, so no breakfast, not nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Reiss

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and food is great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Food was excellent. Lots of choice for breakfast. Recommend surf and turf for evening meal. We stayed in single rooms which had everything we needed and were clean and priced competitively. Hotel is situated directly in front of the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stopover on amazing motorbike tour around Arran and Kintyre. Comfy, if aged, room; decent food in restaurant and excellent breakfast (full Scottish, of course)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

GERALD I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing views

Amazing views across the bay to holy island. Lots of facilities like a small Co-op pharmacy etc. A few pubs and restaurants.
Room 14 top floor
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent staff, hotel itself a bit tired in places, good food available
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet place. Amazing views and walks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A reasonable stay. Good points were breakfast (fabulous) dinner (delicious) and comfort. Staff were both friendly and helpful though at breafast, you had to gently agitate for service. Price is competetive with other hotels but I think its too much. Demand and supply I suppose. I would actually go back, so woukd recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mandy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
When booking in we were told that we were staying not in the hotel but an annexe building. The path to this building was obstructed by a rusty iron gate on the ground. The room had a Yale lock but no handle. The room had wall paper hanging off the ceiling, the shower was filthy and the plinth was missing. The furniture and carpet were stained. The room and bathroom were both very small.When we complained that the room bore no resemblance to the pictures on Expedia’s website we were told that the hotel was full. However they did promptly arrange alternative accommodation for us at another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed one night. A small room but clean. We sat in the garden for a drink. Breakfast was good, we did not eat in the restaurant for our evening meal. Excellent position and we enjoyed a sunny afternoon so a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last min overnight

Booked last minute due to the ferries being cancelled following day. Lovely cosy wee hotel. Dinner was lovely, the room was small but really nice. Staff friendly. Breakfast was lovely and the place had a lovely chilled atmosphere. Would come again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibrar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were brilliant. Hotel was in a great location and had an excellent restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful bay view. Comfortable room. Staff finishing their shifts at nighttime were very noisy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tarra

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel. Room was clean and comfortable. Food was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful. Hotel had a great atmosphere. Only thing I would suggest is a shelf in the shower for shampoo e.c.t. Other than this perfect stay and would definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Wilma

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was here for my husband's 70th Birthday. Had a meal here the night we arrived which wasn't great. Soggy battered fish and greasy chips. The baked alaska was a let down too, the icecream and sponge was so frozen I couldn't get my spoon into it as the meringue had just been done with the gun and not in the oven. Breakfast not that great either. The room was on the top floor, absolutely roasting and airless - tbf the weather was very hot so could be forgiven. The drain in the shower room was smelly so had to keep the door closed. There was a problem with the power to the room so we had no tv, nowhere to charge phones or make a cup of tea and no way to dry my hair so couldn't wash it. Again that wasn't the hotel's fault, just unfortunate but definitely not ideal. On the plus side the staff were all lovely
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit run down ie plumbing etc
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025