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Balmacara Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel with restaurant

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A table with plates of food, a glass of beer, and a bowl of fruit, with a scenic view of mountains and a lake through a window.
A sign for Balmacara Hotel Restaurant & Bar, indicating it offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
A hotel with a white exterior, stone wall in front, and large windows.
A large bed with a headboard, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchair, and table, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Balmacara, Kyle, Scotland, IV40 8DH
  • Place, Skye Bridge
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Plockton Harbour
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Eilean Donan Castle
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 214 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea View

A neatly made bed with a plaid headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with purple curtains.

Standard Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

A large bed with a headboard, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Super King or Twin Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Zip and Link)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and three framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Zip and Link)

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wardrobe with hangers.

Superior Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kyle

Seaside stay .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Kyle hotel, you'll find Skye Bridge and Eilean Donan Castle. Fairy Pools and Old Man of Storr are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Skye Bridge - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Plockton Harbour - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Bright Water Visitor Centre - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Loch Carron - 12 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Eilean Donan Castle - 12 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 5 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Haakon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Plockton Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hector's Bothy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Legend Of Saucy Mary Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dornie Hotel - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Balmacara Hotel

3-star beach hotel with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Balmacara Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Kyle hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Balmacara Hotel offers 34 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

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 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 25 and February 1.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per night.
  • 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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Balmacara Hotel
Balmacara Hotel Kyle
Balmacara Kyle
Hotel Balmacara
Balmacara Hotel Isle Of Skye
Balmacara Isle Of Skye
Balmacara
Balmacara Hotel KYLE OF LOCHALSH
Balmacara KYLE OF LOCHALSH
Balmacara Hotel Kyle
Balmacara Hotel Hotel
Balmacara Hotel Hotel Kyle

Frequently asked questions

How close is Balmacara Hotel to the airport?

Balmacara Hotel is 84.7 mi (120-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Balmacara Hotel?

As of Jul 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmacara Hotel on Jul 19, 2026 start from $325, including 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 Balmacara Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Balmacara Hotel.

How close is Balmacara Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 19.2 mi (29-min drive) from Camas Croise.

Does Balmacara Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Balmacara Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Balmacara Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Balmacara Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Balmacara Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Balmacara Hotel have a pool?

Balmacara Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Balmacara Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Balmacara Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Balmacara Hotel to downtown Kyle?

Balmacara Hotel is 8.4 mi away from Kyle.

Balmacara Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 416 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 416 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 416 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 416 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 416 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, acomodationg staff, very comfortable and relaxing stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
A lovely stay at this bright fresh hotel. Nicely refurbished and staffed by helpful and friendly people. The breakfast was superb and the dinner was very good. This is a little gem of a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aziz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and responsive staff. Very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room on the ground floor of the new build area was spacious and well furnished. Menu for evening meal gave a wide choice. Our dishes were presented well. Breakfast was largely buffet with option to order other items.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was upgraded to an Excellent room and staff were all really courteous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only downside of this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cold plates for a supposedly hot breakfast isn’t good. Just warm the plates!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for Solo traveller. Felt really safe. Could park right outside my room. Breakfast had a good variety to choose from. Meals in restaurant were great. Not too long to wait. Staff were fantastic and very attentive. Nothing too much trouble. Good location before heading up to Skye. Looks out on the water. Not too much highway noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable but mattress was lumpy with the springs bulging. Food was amazing and they catered to my gluten and dairy intolerance without a problem! Shower was good too. Place has an amazing view and was very clean. Staff are very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent hotel, with great facilities and superb staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good stay. Nicely set out and in a lovey spot. Staff were kind and room was good and spotlessly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were friendly and courtious, the food was good, the hotel was clean and tidy and there were plenty parking spaces, all round,it was a pleasant experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
On arrival we were told they'd upgraded our room at no extra cost which was a lovely surprise. The room was spacious, clean and very well kept. The staff were very friendly and helpful, especially Singh. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While there was no elevator to the second deck the staff was very nice. Romul works in the dinning hall and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Original room mis-sold as a king bed, when it was a double. Moved to a king room which housed a loud unit containing heating pipes. Some staff were more helpful than others. Bed was reasonably comfortable. Breakfast was lack lustre for the equivalent cost however the coffee was nice. Hot water in the room got scalding hot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot close to the Isle of Skye.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Lovely fast & friendly check in . Room was very clean, tastefully decorated with excellent water pressure in the shower. Local Spar shop next door as everything you need if you're traveling too . Lovely hotel , kudos to staff & owners.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trantran

Liked: Amenities
Excellent enjoyed this place especially the friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, but food is very expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely magnificent stay. Deepak and his staff did an amazing job and we will definately be back next year. Well done.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Roisin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean spacious room. Good shower. Comfy bedding. Really friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025