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Islay House

3.0 star property
3-star Victorian hotel with free WiFi

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Classic Double Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers
Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View | View from room
Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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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

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Luxury Double Room (Margadale) | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room (Margadale)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Islay Island

Seaside stay .At this Islay Island hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Islay Ales and 6 miles (10 km) of Bowmore Distillery. Finlaggan Visitor Centre and Kilchoman Distillery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Islay Ales - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bowmore Distillery - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Bruichladdich Distillery - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Laphroaig Distillery - 27 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Lagavulin Distillery - 30 min drive - 18.5 miles

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Islay’s Plaice - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Peatzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lochindaal Seafood Kitchen - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Islay House

3-star Victorian hotel with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, an arcade/game 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
  • Meeting 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
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Islay House offers 11 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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 September 30 and December 31.

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 25 for adults and 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 onsite 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 onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. 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

How close is Islay House to the airport?

Islay House is 8.8 mi (20-min drive) away from the Islay (ILY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Islay House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Islay House.

How close is Islay House to the beach?

This hotel is 6.2 mi (15-min drive) from Port ban and 8.1 mi (29-min drive) from Port Mor. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Islay House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Islay House, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25 for adults and GBP 12.5 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Islay House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Islay House?

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

Is there free parking at Islay House?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Islay House have a pool?

Islay House does not have a pool.

Does Islay House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The lounge bar will be unavailable from April 21 2025 to November 21 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does Islay House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Islay House to downtown Islay Island?

Islay House is 1.5 mi away from Bridgend.

Reviews

Islay House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 118 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Olga, Medellin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Islay house felt like being trasported in time. Beuatiful house with great service. Just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kathleen, Toronto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stately country home to the maximum. The common rooms, including the library, bar, living room and breakfast room were right out of a history book. The bathroom door not shutting and the Tv coming on by itself at 21:30 not as endearing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place to stay, beautiful grounds and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yannie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and very helpful staff - thanks Paul and James!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Fabulous place with a fabulous location

Super place to stay with stunning walks around the property incorporating forest and the most stunning beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing experience at Islay House - from the moment we arrived to the minute we left. The hotel staff greeted our family with friendliness and warmth and went out of their way to ensure our stay was truly special. Upon arriving before our formal checkin time, we were warmly greeted and our bags put into storage. We were given a brief informal tour of the interior property which revealed fascinating facts about the house’s history. The service was first class; the room and property exquisite; and the food gourmet. All accommodations were met, including a fold-out bed for our son and vegan meals for myself, which were outstanding. The bar is a gem and the single malt selection excellent. If you don’t plan on staying here, at least visit the bar and book a table at the restaurant - you will not be disappointed. The staff touched us on a level that was special and rare to find nowadays. Thank you Islay House for making our stay on Islay a truly magical experience!! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022