Balmacara Hotel

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Great location!

8.8

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About this property

Situated on the shores of Loch Alsh, Balmacara Hotel is just 5 minutes’ drive from Kyle of Lochalsh, the main crossing point to the Isle of Skye. Regular live traditional music is featured in the on-site pub, and free private parking is also provided. An en suite bathroom, TV and tea/coffee making facilities are included in each Balmacara room, and most enjoy scenic views across Loch Alsh towards the Isle of Skye. Contemporary themed rooms are on offer, and some are furnished with Victorian antiques. Guests can savour views of the Loch as they enjoy their meals. Specialities include local seafood and game, and a full English breakfast is served in the 1930’s style coffee lounge. Eilean Donan Castle is less than a 10-minute drive from the hotel, and the outer islands of Lewis, Harris or Uist can be visited in a single day.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Lake view

  • Sea view

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Double Room with Sea View
We have 2 left
  • 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
194 feet²
Sea view
Lake view
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Fold-up bed
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2
US$208 per night
Price US$623
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$24
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
Max adults: 2
US$248 per night
Price US$743
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$185 per night
Price US$556
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$24
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$203 per night
Original price
US$716.62
Late Escape Deal
- US$107.49
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$609.13
US$203 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alistair
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful view over Loch Alsh. Excellent restaurant”
  • Gurvinder
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great room, staff was lovely, food was very good and location great”
  • Eifion
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Ideal stopover on the way around Scotland Large hotel and busy . Dinner was good. Self service breakfast which had been on display for a long time although we ate at 8.30. Sosages well burned.”
  • Mike
    Canada Canada
    “Very good value compared to staying on Skye. Rooms are large and well-appointed”
  • Rowbotham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. Great evening meal and superb breakfast. Well done , will stay again and would definitely recommend.”
  • Rivi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The staff especially Manav and Gopal (Pal) were incredibly welcoming and helpful from the moment we arrived. Manav treated us with excellent customer service. The room was clean, spacious and well-...”
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    “It was comfortable with great staff and excellent food. The room was lovely.”
  • Marc
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location. Very comfortable. Very friendly staff. Good breakfast:)”
  • Heather
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Wonderful view over the loch. Triple glazed windows so no noise from the busy road. Generous bedroom.”
  • Dale
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Staff were excellent- as was the food in the restaurant. Well done to all.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • Balmacara Hotel On-Site Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Scottish
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Restaurant #2
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern

House rules

Balmacara Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
£40 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving after 22:30 must contact the Balmacara Hotel to arrange this in advance.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please inform Balmacara Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.