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Loch Shiel Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Acharacle inn

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Main Street, Acharacle, Scotland, PH36 4JL
  • Place, Shielbridge Hall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lochan a' Churraidh
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenfinnan Viaduct
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a mirror, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, a red sofa, and wall-mounted lights.

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a window.

Standard Twin Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Acharacle

In Acharacle .Stay at this Acharacle inn and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Shielbridge Hall and 2 miles (3 km) of Lochan a' Churraidh. Also, Lochan na Fola is within 3 miles (5 km) and Castle Tioram is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Shielbridge Hall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lochan a' Churraidh - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Castle Tioram - 15 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Royal Society for the Protection of Birds - Glenborrodale - 18 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Glenfinnan Viaduct - 59 min drive - 37.7 miles

Getting around

  • Glenfinnan Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loch Shiel Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Parrot Cafe, Acharacle. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ardshealach Lodge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Glenborrodale Nursery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Small Highland Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Loch Shiel Hotel

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Acharacle inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Loch Shiel Hotel also features a terrace and a garden. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Acharacle inn is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Loch Shiel Hotel offers 8 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Acharacle inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Loch Shiel Hotel Acharacle
Loch Shiel Acharacle
Loch Shiel Hotel Inn
Loch Shiel Hotel Acharacle
Loch Shiel Hotel Inn Acharacle

Frequently asked questions

How close is Loch Shiel Hotel to the airport?

Loch Shiel Hotel is 117.6 mi (198-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Loch Shiel Hotel?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Loch Shiel Hotel on Oct 14, 2026 start from $196, 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 Loch Shiel Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Loch Shiel Hotel.

How close is Loch Shiel Hotel to the beach?

This inn is 5.6 mi (25-min drive) from Singing Sands and 11.9 mi (29-min drive) from Samalman Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Loch Shiel Hotel offer free breakfast?

Loch Shiel Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Loch Shiel Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Loch Shiel Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Loch Shiel Hotel?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Loch Shiel Hotel have a pool?

Loch Shiel Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Loch Shiel Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Loch Shiel Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Loch Shiel Hotel to downtown Acharacle?

Loch Shiel Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Acharacle.

Loch Shiel Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes clean room lovely staff very warm welcome and good hospitality. Bar well stocked and good food freshly cooked.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant and enjoyable stay. Food was very good and the staff was kind and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peggy-Nan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having had quite a difficult journey, the staff at Loch Shiel hotel were utterly superb and went above and beyond for us. Not only were they kind, friendly and so patient but the amenities and room were fantastic. You have not experienced Scottish hospitality until you’ve been to this hotel! Food was delightful and only beaten by their wonderful service. There was a great lively pub down the stairs and the rooms were cosy, clean and so comfy! Couldn’t recommend the Loch Shiel Hotel enough!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast good. Evening meal choice limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and great food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in an absolutely beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and comfy, cosy hotel. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was tasty and well-presented. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sheila

No menu, service slow, bedroom windows latches faulty, bedroom door lock very slack, central heating not working. However bed very comfortable and bathroom recently spruced up. Hotel surroundings poor with no obvious main entrance. WIFI POOR TO NON EXISTENT
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was great and Meg was amazing and very helpful, she even packed us lunches since we were leaving before breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

TERRY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The only things the Loch Shiel had going for it was that it was clean and on the way to where we were going. The view out the back of the hotel was a very nice bonus. The staff aside from the bartender was grouchy, cold and unfriendly. Absolutely zero Highland hospitality. The menu you see online IS NOT the menu available at the restaurant. The actual menu is very limited and the food was not very good. We were the first group seated at dinner at 7 and the last group served at 8:30 pm. There were 5 other groups who came in after us and were served and finished their meals before we were even served. We cannot recommend Loch Shiel hotel. If you need a hotel in the area our friends had a much better experience in the town of Strantion.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

peter

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

Good value hotel

Dog friendly hotel - good value, friendly staff, great breakfast and a quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb location, lovely rooms, great food and friendly team working there - what's not to like!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Well appointed room with good shower. Good food including a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The whole hotel was comfortable and nicely decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clairine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised when we arrived. The room was comfortable and had everything we need for a comfortable stay. We only ate breakfast at the hotel but it was lovely. It was a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Lovely traditional Scottish hotel

Lovely old style country hotel Room was comfortable Dinner & breakfast were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great location, friendly staff, excellent food.

5 nights, days spent walking mostly
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teck Hui

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay in this hotel with my dog. Delicious meals were served as well. Definitely going to come back for another stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great hotel

Lovely hotel in a great location. Staff were very friendly. Room was spotless with a nice comfy bed. Breakfast was of a high standard.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Humam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good for a night but nothing special
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Book early for options

Small country hotel with all the basics a long way from major settlement with little other accommodation available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

MR DONALD WW

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have been coming here for years and the hotel keeps on improving. The food is great and the rooms comfortable. We just love Ardnamurchan, as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff friendly and welcoming. Food excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Deer were in back of property. Maggie and the owner were both very nice, friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and heat took a while to warm up though we slept warm. Hot chocolate was really good. Also, both the Scottish breakfast and the pancake breakfast were good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I a lovely hotel in the emote banks of Lcoh Shiel. Lovel food and the best night's sleep I've had for ages - it's so quiet. The hotel is very dog friendly with lots of local walks. Good food in the restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022