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Crinan Hotel

4.0 star property
Escape to tranquility by the sea where you can unwind with fresh air and delicious food amidst stunning natural beauty.

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Aerial view
Water view
Pub
Front of property - evening/night
Aerial view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar

Room options

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Classic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite, Sea View

Classic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 11 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Crinan, Argyll, Lochgilphead, Scotland, PA31 8SR

What's nearby

  • Arichonan Clearance Village - 9 min drive
  • Moine Mhor Nature Reserve - 10 min drive
  • Kilmartin Glen - 11 min drive
  • Kilmartin House Museum - 12 min drive
  • Loch Fyne - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smiddy Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 35 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kilmartin Museum Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Crinan Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tayvallich Inn - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Crinan Hotel

Upscale hotel by the sea
At Crinan Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and seafood. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A lift, smoke-free property and a porter/bellboy
  • Meeting rooms, concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished and include comforts, such as bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • CRINAN COFFEE SHOP
  • CRINAN PUB
  • Crinan Seafood Bar
  • Westward Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 7 November and 9 November.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 5 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Crinan Hotel
Crinan Hotel Lochgilphead
Crinan Lochgilphead
Hotel Crinan
Crinan
Crinan Hotel Hotel
Crinan Hotel Lochgilphead
Crinan Hotel Hotel Lochgilphead

Frequently asked questions

Is Crinan Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 5 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Crinan Hotel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crinan Hotel on 28 Feb 2025 start from AU$237.46, 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.

How much is parking at Crinan Hotel?

Crinan Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Crinan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Crinan Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Crinan Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Arichonan Clearance Village, Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Kilmartin Glen. Kilmartin House Museum and Studio Barn Argyll are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Crinan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alexander

Excellent short stay at this delightful hotel.Staff were very attentive and food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Beautiful location for a nice little hotel, and a wonderful dinner!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris

We had a wonderful stay at the Crinan Hotel. Amazing staff and the fresh seafood at the restaurant was some of the best we’d had on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

We have been at this beautiful place at least 15 times and are never disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Wonderful quite hotel harping back to another gentler time when the world wasn’t in such a rush kind staff and high quality meals
Balcony of the room
Lemon sole a rare treat
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Excellent views, landscape, nature, history.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Fabulous location, stunning views and food was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

carol

It’s amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Just loved where the hotel was, beautiful surroundings and scenery
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Roger

Stunning location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Very unique location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Quirky but delightful hotel with very pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Crinan Hotel
Food was fantastic...room was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Staff were lovely, the room was lovely & peaceful with stunning outlook. Food was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Fantastic food fantastic location fantastic servic
The location was breath taking the service had that family feel and nothing was too much trouble. The food was first class and some of the best fish I have had.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seyhan

Lovely staff and an old fashioned well kept hotel. The views are to die for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

4 days in Crinan
Absolutely lovely hotel in an amazing situation. All the staff are great. Great restaurant. Our second stay there - but not our last.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Magical
Fabulous location, like looking down at a model village every day
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

4 days in Crinan
Perfect location with amazing views. All the staff are BRILLIANT. Stupendous restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mr Stuart

We really enjoyed our stay at the Crinan Hotel, the most lovely location. We had great room with a sea view. The hotel.is adorned with the most breathtaking art. All the staff were excellent, they made us feel so welcome and were very attentive throughout our stay. The food was amazing we will definitely be booking a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona

Lovely service, lovely food. Quirky , (a little faded for our modern taste).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful west coast haven
We love this place. The rooms are comfortable and spacious, the ambiance pleasant, the food excellent and the staff attentive. That's why we keep coming back - fourth consecutive year here for my wife's birthday - what better testament?

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Everything you wanted and none of those you did not want. Food excellent better than most London restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Grest stay. Hotel, staff and hood first class. Third time I have stayed snd each time gets better.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

First stay at Crinan Hotel after countless visits by land and sea. A trip down memory lane, reminiscing all the yacht racing. Enjoyed every minute
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023