Loch Shiel Hotel

3.5 star property
Inn in Acharacle with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Free daily full breakfast
Property entrance
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Main Street, Acharacle, Scotland, PH36 4JL
  • Place, Shielbridge Hall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Singing Sands
  • Place, Castle Tioram
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Acharacle

Loch Shiel Hotel places you within a short walk of Shielbridge Hall and within a mile (2 km) of Lochan a' Churraidh. This 3.5-star inn has 8 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Shielbridge Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castle Tioram - 14 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Royal Society for the Protection of Birds - Glenborrodale - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Glenfinnan Viaduct - 48 min drive - 37.5 miles
  • Morar Beach - 48 min drive - 40.7 miles

Getting around

  • Glenfinnan Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Tioram - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Loch Shiel Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Parrot Cafe, Acharacle. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Glenborrodale Nursery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ardshealach Lodge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Loch Shiel Hotel

Inn in Acharacle with free breakfast and a restaurant
Guests staying at Loch Shiel Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Electric kettles, free toiletries, and free tea bags/instant coffee are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Loch Shiel Hotel Acharacle
Loch Shiel Acharacle
Loch Shiel Hotel Inn
Loch Shiel Hotel Acharacle
Loch Shiel Hotel Inn Acharacle

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Loch Shiel Hotel?

Loch Shiel Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Loch Shiel Hotel?

This inn is located in Acharacle, a short 8-minute walk from Shielbridge Hall and also 19 minutes on foot from Lochan a' Churraidh. You'll also find Castle Tioram and Singing Sands within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Loch Shiel Hotel?

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

Does Loch Shiel Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Loch Shiel Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Loch Shiel Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Loch Shiel Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and free breakfast at this inn.

Does Loch Shiel Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Loch Shiel Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Loch Shiel Hotel serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Loch Shiel Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Loch Shiel Hotel for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Loch Shiel Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Are there rooms with balconies at Loch Shiel Hotel?

No, at Loch Shiel Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Loch Shiel Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the feel of the place. Service was very quick and staff friendly. Food excellent. Room was very adequate and had an abundance of tea and coffee sachets especially the milk portions. Unfortunately there was no teaspoons. This is the only let down but it was no hardship.... we improvised. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Book early for options

Small country hotel with all the basics a long way from major settlement with little other accommodation available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Check in was great, felt very welcome. It’s an old house, quirky. On way up to room could definitely feel the odd sunken floorboard Brushed against the wooden radiator cover on the landing and it promptly came away from the wall with us scrabbling to catch it. The room wasn’t huge, but had 2 chairs so that was a bonus. The floor slopes from the door to the window, quit a bit. Enough for a 4x4 wooden plank to be put under one side of the bed to make it level. The bed, although only a double, was actually wry comfortable. The shower room was pretty small, that’s ok but the actual shower was tiny. My hubby could hardly get in the doors, once he was in, he filled the space, could hardly turn round and had no chance of retrieving the soap when he dropped it LOL The bar area was good and a great view of the garden. Breakfast. Well, the tea and toast was good. I don’t recommend getting the scrambled egg and salmon, think the whole lot was microwaved together, it was still in the shape of the bowl when on th plate. My hubby had full breakfast, the bacon tasted microwaved too and the rest tasted bland. All in all its needs updating and someone who can cook breakfast. The staff were friendly and helpful but we definitely don’t think it was value for money, we’ve stayed in far better places for a lot less.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clairine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised when we arrived. The room was comfortable and had everything we need for a comfortable stay. We only ate breakfast at the hotel but it was lovely. It was a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Well appointed room with good shower. Good food including a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Nice hotel in scenic location

In many ways more like B&B rather than hotel. Public bar downstairs. Breakfast very nice and owner friendly and helpful. Set in a small village with very nice surrounding countryside. My only criticism would be that it was quite expensive for a B&B.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

joan

A tight breakfast timing ! A little stressful . Lovely dinner staff though - forgiving when we were a bit late arriving after a long drive Deer in the garden !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

garry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff , food and the surrounding area all first class. Would happily return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Niall

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great hotel

Lovely hotel in a great location. Staff were very friendly. Room was spotless with a nice comfy bed. Breakfast was of a high standard.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Judith

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter

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

Good value hotel

Dog friendly hotel - good value, friendly staff, great breakfast and a quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Adequate

Adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb location, lovely rooms, great food and friendly team working there - what's not to like!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great location, friendly staff, excellent food.

5 nights, days spent walking mostly
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and great food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fabulous stay

Had a lovely stay. Rooms are comfortable, shower good. Hotel slightly dated and could do with refurbishment in the bathrooms but staff and food are absolutely second to none, best breakfast we have ever had. Lovely walks close by, beautiful gardens to sit in, small shop nearby, great bar. Would definitely go back for the breakfast and lovely staff alone, will book a king size bed next time though.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023