Glenuig Inn - Lochailort
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Community-run Highlands inn with hand-cured smoked salmon and loch views
Dining Experience
The Glenuig Inn's restaurant serves local cuisine for lunch and dinner, with specialties including chef-cured smoked salmon, Cullen Skink, and venison stew. The kitchen accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, and provides packed lunches for hikes. Breakfast offers a full English or Irish with warm dishes and juice, earning a very good breakfast rating from guests.
Comfortable Accommodations
Glenuig Inn offers family rooms with parquet floors and views of the sea or mountains, each with a private bathroom with bath and shower. Rooms include an electric kettle and wardrobe, with free WiFi available in public areas. Free on-site private parking is provided for all guests.
Location and Nearby Attractions
The Glenuig Inn Scotland is set in the remote coastal village of Glenuig, 17 miles from Glenfinnan Station Museum, Glenfinnan Viaduct, and Glenfinnan Monument. A five-minute walk leads to Smirisary Beach, a white sand beach with views of islands and mountains for swimming. The hotel is a 30-minute drive from the Mallaig Ferry terminal, offering direct access to the Isle of Skye.
Family and Pet-Friendly Amenities
The Glenuig hotel offers family rooms, board games, puzzles, and kids' meals to accommodate families with children. Pets are allowed, and the establishment is dog-friendly with no extra charges mentioned. The garden and terrace provide outdoor space for relaxation.
Entertainment and Local Activities
Local musicians frequently perform at the bar, creating a live music atmosphere on certain evenings. Hiking is available in the surrounding Highlands with trails leading to the white sand beach and coastal paths. The Glenuig Inn also hosts quiz nights and offers a cozy bar with a selection of local beers, gins, and whiskies.
- Location: Remote Highlands village, 17 miles from Glenfinnan Viaduct, 5 min walk to Smirisary Beach
- Dining: Chef-cured smoked salmon, Cullen Skink, venison stew, special diet menus
- Rooms: Family rooms with sea or mountain views, private bathrooms
- Activities: Hiking, live music evenings, quiz nights, packed lunches provided
- Pets: Dog-friendly policies with no extra fees mentioned
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
220 sq. feet
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Bed options:3 Single beds
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Room size:
130 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Room size:
130 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Shower
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Heating
Essential information about Glenuig Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 287 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 6.8 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 73.1 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Oban, OBN |
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