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The Old Inn

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Gairloch inn

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Garden
Exterior
Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Flowerdale Glen, Gairloch, Scotland, IV21 2BD
  • Place, Gairloch Sitooterie
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Gairloch Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Sand Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Gairloch

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the inn, you'll find Gairloch Harbour and Gairloch Sitooterie. Gairloch Golf Club and Gairloch Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gairloch Sitooterie - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gairloch Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Loch Maree - 10 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Big Sand Beach - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Inverewe Gardens - 17 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coast Coffee Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bridge Cottage Art Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Osgood’s Café - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Old Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Gairloch inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Old Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Gairloch inn is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Old Inn offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Gairloch inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 7.50 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 1 and February 28.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 self-serve breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 to 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Old Gairloch
Old Inn Gairloch
The Old Hotel Gairloch
The Old Inn Gairloch, Scotland
Old Inn Hotel Gairloch
The Old Inn Inn
The Old Inn Gairloch
The Old Inn Inn Gairloch

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Old Inn to the airport?

The Old Inn is 75.4 mi (107-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Inn?

As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Inn on Oct 16, 2025 start from $179.81, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Old Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Old Inn.

How close is The Old Inn to the beach?

This inn is 0.5 mi (1-min drive) from Gairloch Beach and 5.1 mi (17-min drive) from Big Sand Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Old Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Old Inn, but self-serve breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 7.50 and 15.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Old Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Old Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Old Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Old Inn have a pool?

The Old Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Old Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Old Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Old Inn to downtown Gairloch?

The Old Inn is 1.3 mi away from Gairloch.

Reviews

The Old Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 85 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a small room with a very small bathroom. You could hear the bathroom on the floor above.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Tired and shabby was the overall appearance but in a great location. Evening meal ok and enhanced by our waitress , Danielle. Stay was by no means a disaster but could have been better.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building and decor is very tired (circa 1980s), the food was poor and the despite being told that one of the diners was coeliac a meal came out with garlic bread (not gluten free) - so very poor controls in the kitchen. Staff were friendly but grossly short-staffed. There were long waits to order drinks and to pay for food (whilst food orders were taken at the table in the restaurant, we were then required to go to the bar to pay for the food before it arrived). Breakfast was appalling. It has to be pre-ordered the night before and "hot food" (including poached eggs) just sit in a warmer until you come down at your designated time.
Breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jon

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff shortages blamed for everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Faulty Towers does West Coast of Scotland!

The name tells the story, an old Inn, with lots of interesting aspects, a seasonal staff group and an excellent location. If you’re used to corporate banal’ness this is not the place for you. If you want a unique experience in an outstanding location and can live without large TV’s and pumping music this is a lovely place to be based for walks, beaches, mountains and sea trips. Would we come back - yes we would! Put aside the slew of “ must fill in” e mails prior to stay ( enough to put many people off) and just chill and enjoy an outstanding location and sleep soundly after clean air, clean skies and not a care in the world!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Great location with cosey pub. Not great room.

Beautiful location across from the old harbour. Great for walks in lovely scenery, cycling and beach. Decent restaurant for dinner. A busy Saturday night and a little understaffed. Breakfast was very disorganized despite having to preorder the night before for a set time. Everyone waited for coffee and food (help yourself buffet) also ran out several times. Seems could be easily fixed with some management and planning. Room was very outdated, but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Evening meals very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Chris

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt like a toxic work environment with staff unhappy with each other which contributed to poor customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RANADEEP KUMAR REDDY

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

6/10 Okay

Gary

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place! Food was amazing. Everyone working there was considerate and kind. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area to walj outside. Wonderful food, super helpful staff, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. One of the boys forgot his wallet in his room, the manager mailed it overnight to our hotel a couple days ahead, arrived as expected. No charge to us, service above and beyond. This is a hotel we will stay in again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great traditional Scottish Inn. Fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ricci

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Bed super comfy and towels lovely and soft. Decor and space in our particular room not great. Supper food really good, breakfast a little underwhelming. Would have felt nicer to have experienced a few more smiles from some staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Old Inn to reflect

Lovely relaxed stay, good great room lovely location amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Srinivasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Vasile

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the most expensive accommodations on the 500 mile loop and it did not meet my expectations. Front desk should be a bit more flexible on checking in hours, bathroom was quite small and outdated, also I think the breakfast badly needs improvements. Other than that, lovely people, waitresses at dinner were very nice and the food was quite good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve check in but no one inform us that the main door on our room given has no safe lock and when we call staff He said it same prior to that night. The thing is no one bother to fix the door for the safety of their customer rest and privacy in case someone will open the door in the middle of the night and everyone inside are sleeping. It’s very shame to the hotel and irresponsibility. Juice was serve prior to our present during breakfast. And no cover on the glass at least it’s been poured on our arrival it’s just awkward to drink. Also the carpets are dusty..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021