The Islay Hotel - Port Ellen
55.629316, -6.188159
Overview
3-star harbourfront hotel on Islay's Whisky Coast with acclaimed seafood restaurant and whisky bar
Dining & Bar
The Islay Hotel offers a restaurant serving fresh local food with breakfast from 7:30 to 11:30, lunch from 12:00 to 14:00, and dinner from 18:00 to 21:00 daily. The well-stocked whisky bar features an extensive selection of exclusive Islay malts from local distilleries. Guests can enjoy fresh coffee, tea, and home baking available throughout the day, plus outdoor dining in the garden area.
Rooms & Accessibility
Each bedroom is individually designed with a king or super-king bed and luxury en suite facilities, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi. Two rooms offer spacious bathrooms specifically designed for wheelchair users, making the hotel accessible for guests with restricted mobility. The hotel provides a lift, facilities for disabled guests, and a designated smoking area.
Location & Distilleries
The Islay Hotel Port Ellen is located just 200 meters from the ferry terminal in Port Ellen, with free parking available for guests. Three major distilleries-Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and Ardbeg-are within a 5 to 10-minute drive, and a links golf course is less than 10 minutes away. The hotel overlooks the harbour and marina, with stunning beaches a 2-minute walk away and Islay Airport a 10-minute drive.
Amenities & Services
The property includes an outdoor garden area for dining and relaxation, a picnic area, and a beachfront location. Services offered: daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, ironing, laundry, luggage storage, and packed lunches. Guests have access to bicycle rental, car hire, and public transport tickets, with a live music performance occasionally.
Outdoor & Activities
The hotel is on Islay's Whisky Coast, with the unspoilt coastline and beaches a short walk from the front door. Guests can explore the distillery walking path connecting Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and Ardbeg, or play the nearby links golf course. A kids' meals menu is available, and the hotel welcomes pets with pet baskets and bowls.
- Location: 200 metres from Port Ellen ferry terminal, 5-10 mins to three distilleries
- Rooms: Individually designed with king beds, two wheelchair accessible
- Dining: Seafood restaurant with daily breakfast, lunch, dinner; well-stocked whisky bar
- Accessibility: Lift, disabled facilities, two adapted bathrooms
- Amenities: Free parking, garden, bicycle rental, pet-friendly, live music
Essential information about The Islay Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 284 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 100 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 8.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Glenegedale, ILY |
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