10/10 Exceptional
I was upgraded to an Excellent room and staff were all really courteous
David
David, 1-night trip
Balmacara Hotel
Kyle beach hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
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Experience the warm Scottish welcome at Balmacara Hotel, located near Eilean Donan Castle. Enjoy a meal in the restaurant or grab a drink at the bar while taking advantage of free WiFi. Guests have praised the helpful staff and appreciate perks like luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance.
8.4
Very good
Popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Bar
- Non-smoking
Main amenities (8)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Breakfast available
- Front-desk safe
- Luggage storage
- Limited hour front desk
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Banquet hall
Feel at home (6)
- Private bathroom
- Television
- Daily housekeeping
- Coffee/tea maker
- Bathtub or shower
- Premium bedding
$231 nightly
$278 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
Check availability for these dates
Showing 10 of 10 rooms
Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed
9.0Wonderful
2 reviews
- 129 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Large Twin Bed
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
9.6Exceptional
7 reviews
- 214 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds
- Mountain view
- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 5
- 2 King Beds
Standard Double Room, Sea View
9.0Wonderful
2 reviews
- Sea view
- 194 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View
10.0Exceptional
1 review
- Mountain view
- 269 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom
- 377 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Standard Twin Room
10.0Exceptional
1 review
- 215 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Large Twin Beds
Super King or Twin Room, Sea View
7.6Good
4 reviews
- Sea view
- 323 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Zip and Link)
7.0Good
4 reviews
- 194 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds
Superior Double Room
7.2Good
5 reviews
- Mountain view
- 269 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Balmacara, Kyle, Scotland, IV40 8DH
What's nearby
- Skye Bridge - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
- Eilean Donan Castle - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
- Plockton Harbour - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
- Bright Water Visitor Centre - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
- Loch Carron - 11 min drive - 14.2 km
Getting around
- Inverness (INV) - 120 min drive
- Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 5 min drive
- Plockton Station - 7 min drive
- Duirinish Station - 7 min drive
Restaurants
- King Haakon - 10 min drive
- all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - 5 min drive
- Saucy Mary's Lodge - 10 min drive
- Hector's Bothy - 5 min drive
- The Clachan - 6 min drive
About this property
Balmacara Hotel
Balmacara Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Eilean Donan Castle and Skye Bridge. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 34 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- 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 time is 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
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Parking
- Free onsite self parking
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
What to do
- Fishing nearby
Services
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
- Flat-screen television
- Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
- Heating
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
Sleep well
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
What to enjoy
- Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
- Desk chair
More
- Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 25 and February 1.
Children & extra beds
- Rollaway beds are available for GBP 38.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number 13764418
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Also known as
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Balmacara Hotel Kyle
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Balmacara Hotel Isle Of Skye
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Balmacara Hotel KYLE OF LOCHALSH
Balmacara KYLE OF LOCHALSH
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Frequently asked questions
Is Balmacara Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between November 25 and February 1.
Does Balmacara Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Balmacara Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Balmacara Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Balmacara Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Balmacara Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Balmacara Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing.
Are there restaurants at or near Balmacara Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.
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Balmacara Hotel Reviews
Very Good
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
8.6
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast options were varied and delicious with many guests praising the quality and choices available. (20 reviews)
- The on-site restaurant offered great food options, including breakfast and dinner, with many reviewers praising the quality and variety of the meals. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
RoomService staffBreakfastFoodLocationBathroomRestaurantViewShowerBar10/10 Exceptional
Friendly staff, great room
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
On arrival we were told they'd upgraded our room at no extra cost which was a lovely surprise. The room was spacious, clean and very well kept. The staff were very friendly and helpful, especially Singh. Would definitely stay again.
Theresa
Theresa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great room, great location
JOSEPH
JOSEPH, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Very good stay. Nicely set out and in a lovey spot. Staff were kind and room was good and spotlessly clean.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
An excellent hotel, with great facilities and superb staff
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff were friendly and courtious, the food was good, the hotel was clean and tidy and there were plenty parking spaces, all round,it was a pleasant experience
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Absolutely magnificent stay. Deepak and his staff did an amazing job and we will definately be back next year. Well done.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely fast & friendly check in . Room was very clean, tastefully decorated with excellent water pressure in the shower.
Local Spar shop next door as everything you need if you're traveling too .
Lovely hotel , kudos to staff & owners.
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Lovely clean spacious room. Good shower. Comfy bedding. Really friendly staff.
Roisin
Roisin, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Staff were excellent, and breakfast was good but amenities and room conditions is poor
Bhargav
Bhargav, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
We only stood one night during our road trip through Scotland. The view on a clear morning is exceptional. There is a store right next to the hotel. A great place to stock up for your day's adventure. We recommend the mussels at their restaurant!
Vinnie
Vinnie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice spot close to the Isle of Skye.
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nice, but food is very expensive.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very nice and quiet location.
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Tasty breakfast and extremely comfortable bed. Great staff, very helpful.
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent enjoyed this place especially the friendly staff
Trantran
Trantran, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very nice hotel with reasonable rates for the area. Our jumping off point to the Isle of Skye. Friendly and professional staff.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Staff was friendly and the room was satisfactory. We loved the views across the street. The real gem was the Mussels appetizer! A must order
Vinnie
Vinnie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This was a great place to stop on the road from Skye (detouring through Applecross). The staff were warm and welcoming after an exhausting ride.
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely stay
Delicious food and coffee! Comfortable and clean. Professional and accommodating staff, would stay here again. Close to Skye Bridge
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
A vert short visit and did not have the opportunity to dine in the evening or breakfast in the morning. However, very friendly and warm welcome on arrival, room was clean and comfortable, would definitely visit again.
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Convenient location. Beautiful view of the lake.
SARABJIT
SARABJIT, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Indifferent welcome, clean room.
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room and breakfast were amazing.
john
john, 1-night trip
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