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Balmacara Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel with restaurant

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Enjoy a casual meal with a scenic view of mountains and water.
Enjoy a meal with a view of the surrounding mountains and water from this dining table.
Experience the charm of this traditional hotel with a symmetrical facade and pitched roof.
Relax in the hotel lobby, featuring a comfortable sofa, reception desk, and a unique mounted deer skull.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed and garden views through a sliding glass door.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 213.5 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

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

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 377 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Quadruple Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Super King or Twin Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, Sea View

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

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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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 - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Plockton Harbour - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Loch Carron - 10 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Eilean Donan Castle - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Glenelg Brochs - 41 min drive - 29.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hectors Bothy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Croft Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪King Haakon Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Skye Bridge Seafoods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Kitchen - ‬5 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. 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. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, German, Hebrew, Italian, Polish, Spanish

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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

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 27 2025 to June 29 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 27 2025 to June 28 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dining venue(s)
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 38.0 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 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 38.0 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
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.

Property Registration Number 13764418

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 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmacara Hotel on Jul 22, 2025 start from $324.21, 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 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 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Please note that breakfast will be unavailable between June 27 2025 and June 28 2025 (subject to change).

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. The dining venue will be unavailable from June 27 2025 to June 28 2025 (dates subject to change).

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. 143 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 272 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Friendly efficient staff,great food and comfortable clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

darrin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The food was over priced and poor quality Did complain and it made no difference, there was one waiter for a full restaurant and didn’t have time to check if we were happy with our food possibly need more staff for the restaurant and bar The room was good and comfortable tv buffered a bit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

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

Nicely refurbished hotel on banks of Loch Alsh

I was staying here as part of a tour, and this was the nicest hotel of my Scotland visit. There is still some construction on the exterior of the building, but the inside is very nice. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. My 1st floor room opened up to a small patio overlooking the parking lot and the loch across the street (it would be nice if there was a semi-sheer curtain so people can't see straight into the room while the curtains are open). There is a fancy restaurant on sight as well as a bar. There is also a Spar grocery store next door, but that's about it. But it is not far from the bridge over to the Isle of Skye if you plan to visit there but hotels are all booked up. And make sure you go outside and catch the sunset over Loch Alsh if you're staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cannot fault the staff in the hotel, especially Diane in the restaurant who was extremely gelpful and very pleasant to talk to. However, we though the restaurant was quite expensive (£10 for soup and £24 for the cheeseboard) ! The WiFi was virtually non existent which meant that we couldn't waitch the TV (only 1 channel would work). The room was OK but was disappointed to see the top frame of the door missing. At £200 a night I did not consider the sta value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of tge best stays in Scotland. Staff were helpful,courteous
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

One night on business

Great overnight stay on business. Great hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

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

Ideal hotel

Great service from staff, very welcoming and supportive. The hotel is in good condition and is ideal for business trips or leisure due to facility and location when visiting the Isle of Skye. This was my second visit and will keep this hotel top of my list whether it be work or leisure next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely 5 night stay. Great staff and really tasty food!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

pip

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel clean and tidy good staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and breakfast were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

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

A beautiful retreat with a view.

The stay at Balmacara was amazing! Not onpy did it offer picturesque views and was convenient to the Isle of Skye, but the staff and owner were great. They made us feel welcomed at every moment from check in, meals, time at the bar and check out. The dining experience was exceptional - dinner was one of the best we have had in Scotland and Ireland. Definiteky a place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Auchengray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
large room and view
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay Staff are very friendly and good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Célestine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located by the sea. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The room was cute and purple. The shower was amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Amazing

Amazing stay reasonably priced Brilliant loch views Great breakfast Staff extremely pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very beautiful place to stay in the Scottish Highlands. The manager was very kind and took care of us in the middle of the night when we arrived very late. He left all the necessary information and the keys at the front desk, so we could enter the room without any problems. Will recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Isobel

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

In two minds

It was a fantastic location. However, it was not value for money £130 for a very small single room. Shower head kept falling down. Tv did not work, a plug in heater, no kettle. Breakfast was £17.50 (cooked) £10 continental I do appreciate it was low season but…The coffee was good. The evening meal was good but expensive. Friendly staff and case was taken to my room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Efrain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful and delightful hotel, they are in the process of updating the establishment. I am confident that once everything is completed, it will be better than when we stayed. If you’re looking for a nice night sleep, and food. The restaurant was beautiful and the food was scrumptious. Oh my, almost forgot add the breath taking view.I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Room 11 where l was is horrible, no other way to describe it. It has 2 Windows both of which look at a blank wall. To the left of the windows outside are stainless chimneys that vent for boilers etc. they are noisy and vibrate through the walls. Making sleep difficult. There is an in ceiling trunking that extracts air from elsewhere in the hotel that also make a mouse and vibrates. The room also smells of cooking from kitchens below. It should be turned into a utility room Woe betide anyone who gets it. The food was good but pricey. Scottish cheese selection came with no description 4 small pieces of crisp ' packet' toast, the 4 cheeses were large sugar cube size... £19.95! I won't be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

MARK

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

One night in Kyle

Arrived late so missed food so can`t comment but menu looked good. Hotel was clean and a welcoming greeting when I arrived. Room clean and no issues other than heating a challenge to set and parking limited - Breakfast great, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Very nice hotel

Hotel was really nice we booked last minute and the views near by are amazing Gent on reception/bar/kitchen was really polite and helpful as he was there on his own because of holiday season Internet was down due to a bad storm that made the stay more remote as civilisation and home comforts were almost 1.5 hours away Don’t let that put you off when fully staffed and WiFi working I can only imagine the stay would be even better
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has great parking, good food and spacious clean rooms! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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