Hotel Eilean Iarmain - Isleornsey (Skye)
57.145338, -5.799378Overview
3-star historic hotel with on-site distillery and Gaelic heritage on the Sound of Sleat
Dining & Distillery
Hotel Eilean Iarmain operates a fine dining restaurant that serves game and seafood from local sources. The on-site whisky shop offers award-winning Gaelic whiskies directly from the distillery. Guests can enjoy live traditional music events hosted in the bar during their meals.
Rooms & Amenities
The hotel offers family rooms with multiple bed configurations to accommodate different group sizes. Select rooms are dog-friendly, welcoming pets with prior arrangement. Common areas feature log fires and panoramic views over the Sound of Sleat from outdoor seating areas.
Cultural & Heritage
Hotel Eilean Iarmain integrates traditional music and Gaelic culture into its events and daily ambiance. The property is within easy reach of the Museum of the Isles and Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, the National Centre for Gaelic Language and Culture. Customized adventure tourism options are curated for personal interests, focusing on nature and heritage.
Location & Activities
The hotel sits on a picturesque bay in south Skye with views over the Sound of Sleat and Knoydart hills. Nearby attractions include Eilean Donan Castle and the Armadale ferry to Mallaig. On-site activities include darts, fishing, hiking, and temporary art galleries for guest engagement.
Pet-Friendly & Family
The hotel has a dog-friendly policy allowing pets in select rooms for a fee of £10 per night. Board games and puzzles are available for children, alongside kids' meals in the bar area. Family suites offer multi-level sleeping arrangements with a lounge separate from the bedrooms.
- Distillery: On-site whisky shop with award-winning Gaelic whiskies
- Dining: Fine dining with local game and seafood
- Culture: Traditional music events and Gaelic heritage integration
- Location: Views over Sound of Sleat, near Eilean Donan Castle
- Pets: Dog-friendly policy with designated rooms
- Family: Multi-level family suites and board games
- Activities: Hiking, fishing, and temporary art galleries
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
20 m²
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Bed options:1 Queen-size bed
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Room size:
16 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
29 m²
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Bed options:1 Queen-size bed / 2 Single beds
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Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Darts
Hiking
Fishing
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Darts
- Fishing
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Hotel Eilean Iarmain
| 💵 Lowest room price | 170 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 600 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 148.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Barra, BRR |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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