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Polochar Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in South Uist with a restaurant and a bar

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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West Kilbride, South Uist, Scotland, HS8 5TT
  • Barra Beach
  • Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Eriskay Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Benbecula (BEB)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

South Uist

Polochar Inn is a short stroll from Loch Briste and Loch Smeircleit. This 11-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Loch na h-Àirigh Duibhe - 13 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Kildonan Museum - 14 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Eriskay Beach - 15 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Askernish Golf Club - 16 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Castlebay (BRR-Barra) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lochboisdale Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kilbride Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Politician Lounge Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Scandanavian Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Skydancer Coffee - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Polochar Inn

Inn in South Uist with a restaurant and a bar
At Polochar Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a picnic area and a garden.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are also standard.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 75.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 75.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 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.

Property is also known as

Polochar Inn Inn
Polochar Inn South Uist
Polochar Inn Inn South Uist

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Polochar Inn?

This inn is located in South Uist, a short 6-minute walk from Loch Briste and also 15 minutes on foot from Loch Smeircleit. You'll also find Dubh-lochan and Eilean Mòr within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Polochar Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does Polochar Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Polochar Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Polochar Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Polochar Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Polochar Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does Polochar Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Polochar Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Polochar Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Polochar Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Polochar Inn?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Polochar Inn?

The closest major airport to Polochar Inn is Castlebay (BRR-Barra), which is 13.9 mi away (75 minutes by car). Another top airport is Benbecula (BEB), which is located 28.2 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Polochar Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Polochar Inn.

Polochar Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 21 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Graham

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

Disappointed

On our recent stay at the Polochar Inn we were very disappointed, The room had not been cleaned for a long time considering the thickness of dust, as you can see from these photographs. We were leaving early the next morning at 6.00am and had been promised by The Polochar Management that take away breakfasts would be left out for us, nothing was there. We followed up with an email noting our disappointment but received no reply.
Coffee maker dirty
Heavy layer of dust
Dirt on the radiator
Badly marked and stained quilt cover right down the centre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location with amazing views. Very helpful staff and really tasty food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, food in restaurant very good and service from the team was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

4* Inn not 4* hotel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

D

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was fine. Perfectly adequate. What was annoying is that my debit card was charged an additional amount, above the Expedia price, on the day I arrived. I pointed this out and as told it was a mistake and it would be refunded. It still hasn't been, 6 weeks later, and my emails/telephone calls go unanswered. Not good, Polochar Inn. Not good.

2/10 Terrible

Duncan

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic location right on the seashore

Fantastic location right by the sea. Spacious bar, restaurant, lounge and breakfast rooms. Small comfy room with a fab sea view. Shower room was compact, unfortunately one of the tiles on the floor was badly cracked and the shower door hadn’t been cleaned of soap splashes. Staff were friendly and helpful, although I wasn’t told I needed to pay for my restaurant meal on the night rather than at checkout which was a bit embarrassing. Hotel manager (Georgia) very kindly located some property I accidentally left behind and is sending it on to me for which I am enormously grateful.
View from room
Sunset just outside the hotel
G&T by the sea
Looking south from hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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

Polochar

The hotel and staff are perfect, food was amazing with choices for all dietary needs. Our room was spotlessly clean and comfortable. The manager was extremely friendly with time and knowledge for guests even when busy. The hotel is situated on the sea front with amazing views, will definitely revisit
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David, Rocky Mountain House

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a grand old hotel with an excellent beach location. Our room was large, well appointed and nicely updated. Our dinner and breakfast were both excellent. Parking was convenient and the staff most helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is in a stunning, relatively isolated location right by the sea but there is still easy access to beaches and walks on South Uist - North Uist is also a reasonable drive away. We received a very warm and friendly welcome and our room was very comfortable. Dinner that night was very tasty and good value. We had to catch an early ferry so unable to have breakfast but really appreciated the cold breakfast bag that we were offered to take with us. We would definitely recommend staying at The Polochar Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
staff reception not very helpful felt too pushy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

IAIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastically comfortable bed, lovely quirky staff, high quality food. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021