Consider a stay at Islay House and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a restaurant.
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Luxury Double Room (Margadale)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Ocean view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Ocean view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Ocean view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Classic Double Room, Ocean View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Bathtub, Ocean View
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Ocean view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View
Highlights
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Ocean view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Islay Island, Islay House is in a rural area and by the sea. Museum of Islay Life and Outback Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eilean Mor and Rhuvaal Lighthouse. Visit our Islay Island travel guide
Islay House, Bridgend, Islay Island, Scotland, PA44 7PA
What's nearby
Lagavulin Distillery
34 min drive - 29.8 km
Ardbeg Distillery
35 min drive - 31.1 km
Islay Ales
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bowmore Distillery
8 min drive - 6.6 km
Laphroaig Distillery
31 min drive - 26.8 km
Getting around
Islay (ILY)
20 min drive
Restaurants
Bruichladdich Distillery
9 min drive
Celtic House Coffee Shop
5 min drive
The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant
12 min drive
Taj Mahal Tandoori
5 min drive
Lucci’s
5 min drive
About this property
Islay House
Hotel by the sea
A terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at Islay House. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
Meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Daily continental 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
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
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
More
3 floors
Built in 1677
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between September 30 and December 31.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
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
Fee for continental 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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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
Is Islay House pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Islay House?
As of 8 Rabiʻ I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Islay House on 12 Rabiʻ I 2026 start from SAR 439, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Islay House?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Islay House?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Islay House located?
Situated near the airport, this hotel is steps from Islay Ales, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bowmore Distillery and MacTaggart Leisure Centre. Finlaggan Visitor Centre and Kilchoman Distillery are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Islay House Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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 staff went above and beyond to make our stay at Islay House amazing.
David
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
jeremy
11 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was the best stay of my vacation. I arrived earlier than I had announced, though there were no staff present at that time walking around the house was an experience. Though much of the house is under renovation it was gorgeous. Staff quickly checked me in and the room was absolutely spectacular, I felt like I was in a room for a prince. I very much look forward to coming to islay again and seeing the fully renovated manor and seeing if back up to its former glory.
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.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Julie
9 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bedroom and facilities in room very good , just more staff needed and to make sure you don’t run out of coffee pods. Felt sorry for one person juggling it all
Julie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Samuel
22 September 2022
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.
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.
Madeleine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
Stephen
18 August 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
this property is for sale and it was obvious in the service
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
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.
It was a magical experience. The building itself was stunning, and the room really felt worthy of royalty. We stayed in 7 different hotels on our trip, and this one was by far our favorite.
Fernando
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
annick
21 June 2025
Superbe hébergement. Grande chambre avec beaucoup de produits offerts.Beaucoup de salon commun pour tous. Personnel très dévoué pour ses hôtes. Déjeuner très gourmand. L'hôtel est très proche de la distillerie Bruicchladdich ainsi que la ville de Bowmore.
Staying at Islay house felt like being trasported in time. Beuatiful house with great service. Just perfect!
Olga
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Kathleen
19 June 2022
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.