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Islay House

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Islay Island with free parking

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Classic Double Room, Ocean View
Front of property
Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View | Bathroom
Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite
Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Islay House, Bridgend, Islay Island, Scotland, PA44 7PA
  • Place, Islay Ales
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowmore Distillery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bruichladdich Distillery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Islay (ILY)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Double Room (Margadale)

Luxury Double Room (Margadale)

Luxury Double Room (Margadale)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Pet friendly
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Ocean View

Classic Double Room, Ocean View

Classic Double Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View | Bathroom

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Individually decorated
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Islay Island

At Islay House, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Islay Ales and 5.2 km (3.2 mi) from Bowmore Distillery. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a games room. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace and a garden. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Islay Island hotel include Finlaggan Visitor Centre and Kilchoman Distillery.

What's nearby

  • Islay Ales - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bowmore Distillery - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Bruichladdich Distillery - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Laphroaig Distillery - 27 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Lagavulin Distillery - 30 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Peatzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Celtic House Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lucci’s - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Islay House

Victorian hotel in Islay Island with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Islay House. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Islay Island hotel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1677
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Islay House offers 11 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 25 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1677
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 21 2025 to November 21 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
The property is closed between 30 September and 31 December.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 for adults and from GBP 12.5 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per day

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Islay House Hotel Isle of Islay
Islay House Isle of Islay
Islay House Hotel
Islay House Islay Island
Islay House Hotel Islay Island

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Islay House?

Yep, Islay House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Islay House?

The closest beach to Islay House is Port ban (7.9 km).

Does Islay House serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Islay House?

No, Islay House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Islay House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Islay House's onsite restaurant.The lounge bar will be unavailable from April 21 2025 to November 21 2025 (dates subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Islay House?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Islay House?

Dogs are welcome at Islay House, with food and water bowls on offer.

Reviews

Islay House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 122 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bedroom and facilities in room very good , just more staff needed and to make sure you don’t run out of coffee pods. Felt sorry for one person juggling it all
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Place with history that is felt in every corner

Very polite staff. Services us being ramped up as we speak. Currently only breakfast service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t let the outside fool you. This 16th century building has been nicely restored inside.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and friendly staff working hard to ensure all guests are happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Zijin

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Great place but the staff is nowhere to be seen. You always have to wave at a camera for someone to appear a few minutes later.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only open for a couple of months, staff went to great lengths to get it right. They were pleasant, helpful and couldn’t do enough to ensure we enjoyed our stay.
The spiral staircase up to our room
The approach to the hotel
A friendly neighbour
Getting to Islay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keiichiro

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keiichiro

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Charming, historic property

Lovely room, outstanding location and excellent breakfast! Only two issues: the room key did not lock the door and the hand spray in the shower did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Madeleine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was beautiful but could use some refreshing. Overall we’re glad we stayed there, it’s like being in Downton Abby. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Make sure you have dinner reservations way ahead of your stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

The Hon S

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very disappointing

My wife and I booked two nights at the Islay House at a cost of £520. We chose it because of the gourmet restaurant and the availability of a room with a bath. We arrived off the ferry at 1.00 pm but we’re told to return later. There was no mention of the closure of the restaurant. When we returned, the manager told us that the restaurant was closed and gave us a room without a bath - we discovered later that rooms with baths were available. There was no advance email warning about the restaurant and menus and photos still appear on the website. The manager attempted to book us into local restaurants, but all were full. We finally had to drive five miles and wait an hour to collect a poor quality takeaway from an Indian restaurant. The manager was unapologetic and refused to offer any refund. Her behaviour was totally unacceptable.
Indian takeaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to make our stay at Islay House amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramanjit

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
this property is for sale and it was obvious in the service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Sergio

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Colette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property - quiet, peaceful and comfortable. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Lina

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

Faulty towers

The house is beautiful and breakfast good but that’s about it. Rooms aren’t properly cleaned and windows are broken. Staff isn’t helpful and there’s something really strange about this place. And clearly over prized! Chose another hotel if you’re going to Islay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kjell

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

William

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022