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Lovely sea views. Friendly staff and nice food.
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9.0/10Excellent189 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/10 9.0
Service9.2/10 9.2
Comfort8.8/10 8.8
Condition8.0/10 8.0
Location9.4/10 9.4
Neighborhood9.6/10 9.6
Amenities8.6/10 8.6
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About Crinan Hotel
The Crinan Hotel is renowned for its fantastic location, the Crinan Seafood Bar and the Westward Restaurant both serving Scottish seafood, the freshest of shellfish and the best of Scotland's meat and seasonal produce.
Located on the Crinan Canal in Argyll this Scottish hotel has an excellent wine list and a well deserved reputation for warm hospitality and good food.
The main restaurant at Crinan has won many awards and top reviews for its outstanding cuisine and the newly opened Crinan Seafood Bar is already attracting a lot of attention and reviews.
At the north end of the Crinan Canal, connecting Loch Fyne to the Atlantic Ocean, is the tiny picturesque fishing village of Crinan with its population of just under 80 inhabitants. For over 200 years the centre of this little community has been Crinan Hotel.
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Today Crinan Hotel is an international meeting point for Hebridean sailors, fishermen, yachtsman, holiday makers and above all lovers of seafood and the best of Scottish produce. An added bonus for any visitor to Crinan is the regular exhibitions of paintings shown in the gallery spaces at Crinan Hotel.
ranging from local artists to well known Scottish artists.
Located in Lochgilphead, Crinan Hotel is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Arichonan Clearance Village and Moine Mhor Nature Reserve. This hotel is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Kilmartin Glen and 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Studio Barn Argyll. Stay in one of 20 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.
Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and a turndown service. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
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Free WiFi
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
10:00 PM
Check-out until
11:00 AM
Hotel policies
On bay
Professional property host/manager
Pets allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 5
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 10
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Important information
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Special Instructions
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Optional fees
- 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.
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Arichonan Clearance Village
7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Moine Mhor Nature Reserve
7.3 km / 4.5 mi
Kilmartin Glen
9.6 km / 5.9 mi
Studio Barn Argyll
11.2 km / 6.9 mi
Kilmartin House Museum
11.2 km / 6.9 mi
Dunadd
12.6 km / 7.8 mi
Loch Fyne
12.9 km / 8 mi
Carnasserie Castle
13.4 km / 8.3 mi
The Cobbler
14.3 km / 8.9 mi
Loch Ederline
16.5 km / 10.2 mi
Loch a' Choire
17.8 km / 11.1 mi
Loch Awe
18.6 km / 11.6 mi
Loch Sween
20.4 km / 12.7 mi
Chapel of Keills
22 km / 13.7 mi
Loch na Craoibhe Chaorainn
24.6 km / 15.3 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
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- MasterCard
- Visa
- Maestro
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- Babysitting service
- Lift access
- Bar
- Restaurant
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- Massage
- Sailing
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Crinan Hotel
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Rod
This is an older property so don’t expect “modern boutique” style accommodation. The room was clean with nice sea view and the bed comfortable. The room was a bit warm (though that was when Scotland was having a bit of a heatwave - so probably not a common problem!). We had dinner in the Restaraunt and it was excellent. The final part of the road to Crinan is quite narrow which, while it adds to the anticipation, could be challenging if you are unlucky to meet a lot of cars on the single track road - but there are passing places, so just take your time!
Nicky
Room had an excellent view. Hotel is lovely. Breakfast was medium -
Julie
This is an old hotel and is fairly well maintained (toilets are a bit temperamental); however, the staff were fantastic and the food was amazing!!! best fish and sticky toffee pudding ever!!
Fun pub beside. The staff were super helpful with any of our needs, they even dried our wet clothes!!
Great place for a night stay
Fun pub beside. The staff were super helpful with any of our needs, they even dried our wet clothes!!
Great place for a night stay
Jessa
The staff at the Crinan was extremely helpful. Our flight delays had us getting there well after midnight and staff was ready to get us checked in and settled as soon as we arrived. I wish that we had more time to spend exploring the local area. Breakfast at the hotel was delicious and the coffee shop is an added bonus. Our room was perfect and the bed was amazingly comfortable. Definitely reccommend staying at the hotel!
Taylor
Beautiful, relaxing outlook with a small but busy lock system of activities. Wonderful food, peaceful, would definitely stay again.
Maggie
Great stay at the Crinan Hotel. Bay window room was lovely however, being older, would like a shower only instead of a bath to negotiate to get tonthe shower. Food was excellent.
Frederic
The Crinan Hotel is one of Scotland’s classic bijou hotels which has retained its touch of class and high standards of service, perhaps because it is still privately owned and free of corporate ‘sameness’. It is also surrounded by the most breathtaking sea-and-landscapes with all bedrooms having views to dream of.
It is not the place for families with kids or guests who prefer beach shorts and flip-flops.
Small staff but service excellent. Good menu, food excellent and not over-priced.
Will be back.
It is not the place for families with kids or guests who prefer beach shorts and flip-flops.
Small staff but service excellent. Good menu, food excellent and not over-priced.
Will be back.
Raymond
Lovely room with a balcony and view over the locks. Good fish restaurant and excellent breakfast. Staff ok for the evening meal. Very good for breakfast. Pet friendly.
Evelyn
We had a fantastic minimoon at Crinan!! Food is 11/10. Staff 11/10! Location is absolutely stunning. Can’t recommend this place highly enough. We had a room with a balcony and the views are out of this world. The boat trip on Ross Ryan’s boat The Sgarbh was incredible. We saw seals and Sea Eagles and sailed around the islands. This hotel is a true Scottish gem!
Chris
The location is amazing, the seafood bar has amazing seafood
Gustavo
We had an amazing stay at the Crinan hotel. The views are spectacular and the food is delicious. I would say that the hotel is a little old but that is part of its charm.
Irene
Beautiful hotel . Room excellent and clean . The staff were so helpful and friendly .The breakfast and evening dinner were lovely lots of choice .
The setting of the hotel was stunning as was the view from our room
The setting of the hotel was stunning as was the view from our room
Ian
mould around the bathroom tiles, bathroom window and curtain, rust on the shower head, dust on tbe bathroom mirror and an e.pyy toilet roll cardboatd core.
In the main bedroom room, we found a ceiling repair painted white, a totally different colour from the rest of the room, cobwebs on the room sprinkler head, poor condition of the bed blanket throw and an extremely small television.
We did not stay and returned home after the offer of an alternative room which was no different to our first reserved room.
In the main bedroom room, we found a ceiling repair painted white, a totally different colour from the rest of the room, cobwebs on the room sprinkler head, poor condition of the bed blanket throw and an extremely small television.
We did not stay and returned home after the offer of an alternative room which was no different to our first reserved room.
Sheila
Property is very tired and in desperate need of TLC upgrades. Having said that it’s homely and the Staff are welcoming, friendly and very professional and helpful. Pets are welcome and all rooms have sea views. The food is plentiful and very good. Will certainly return again.
Karen
What can I say, I absolutely loved my stay at the Crinan Hotel. I was blown away by the view from the room. The food was delicious and the staff were fabulous
Would I stay again? Yes,in a heartbeat and I'm already trying to think of an excuse to rebook.
Would I stay again? Yes,in a heartbeat and I'm already trying to think of an excuse to rebook.
Allan
Rooms are spotless and location is spectacular. The food is superb, the scallops couldn't be better cooked and the freshness unmatched, due to them being landed 50 yards away.
Throughout our stay, despite it seeming to be off-season in the area, we were expertly hosted by Mrs. Ryan's friendly and attentive staff at all times, whilst Chris the manager was always available with his extensive knowledge and experience to assure us we were looked after very well.
There's a feeling of genuine hospitality in the Crinan Hotel and we left feeling refreshed and happy knowing these types of places exist, should we need to recharge again.
Throughout our stay, despite it seeming to be off-season in the area, we were expertly hosted by Mrs. Ryan's friendly and attentive staff at all times, whilst Chris the manager was always available with his extensive knowledge and experience to assure us we were looked after very well.
There's a feeling of genuine hospitality in the Crinan Hotel and we left feeling refreshed and happy knowing these types of places exist, should we need to recharge again.
Lesley
Room was amazing- food so so good and staff an absolute treat.
david
Quaint hotel
BRIAN
The Crinan hotel was lovely , the staff were amazing , could not have been more helpful.
The food in the restaurant in my opinion was excellent, beautifully prepared and the portions were good . The location was stunning and would definitely stay there again .
The food in the restaurant in my opinion was excellent, beautifully prepared and the portions were good . The location was stunning and would definitely stay there again .
Bill
This is possibly the most charming hotels and place I can remember staying. It’s an old building in a harsh Scottish environment and that is part of its charm. If you want pristine decoration it’s not for you. If you want excellent hospitality, fantastic staff and walls full of the owner’s original art, go. Walk the Crinan trail - the view from the viewpoint is one of the best on a clear day (it is a steep walk though).
A genuine Scottish gem.
A genuine Scottish gem.
Allan
Room was lovely with a sea view good big bed and comfortable. The gentleman who checked us in wasn’t very cheery and seemed very severe otherwise we always enjoy coming here as the food is always great.
Kyle
Good old hotel with an amazing view and many walking paths nearby and easy access to the canal paths.
Peter
Staff, food and ambience excellent. Small room was dated with only a shower head attached to taps.paint peeling.But views from room beautiful
Anthony
We visit every year and say that we won't be going back, but every year it draws up back
Verified traveler
Food very good However our room needs a serious uprade
Elizabeth
Perfect stay
Beautiful location
Excellent food and wine options
Very dog friendly
Lovely staff
Shabby chic but well maintained
Excellent food and wine options
Very dog friendly
Lovely staff
Shabby chic but well maintained
Ann
Lovely hotel, great food. Walks from hotel were fabulous
David
just a lovely place to be for one night
Fiona
Lovely hotel with very helpful staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Michael
The hotel has a wonderful atmosphere and the staff are very efficient and friendly
jay
Avoid at all costs
The man in front of house very miserable and grumpy. He didn’t have an ounce of customer service in him. The hotel overall grossly overpriced. Extremely dated very small tv. Breakfast was actually disgusting
Verified traveler
Expensive for what they offer in regards to the bedrooms and bathrooms, they rely on the stunning location to overcharge & offer substandard accommodation. Great location & could be a great hotel if they upgraded.
Anne
Fabulous location. Comfortable room with spectacular views. Excellent food.
Maura
Beautiful setting and a very welcoming hotel environment.
keith
Beautiful
Just old world charm with exceptional food.
Polly
Great stay
Victoria
Room with a view
Beautiful location and a real treat to lie in bed and look out the window to the sea.
Breakfast was lovely.
Breakfast was lovely.
Anne
The views were spectacular, staff were excellent and could not do enough for you meals were delicious, the hotel is quite tired looking and could do with a fresh look, but it wouldn't stop me from visiting again. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay for the two nights we were there.
Robert
We have been at this beautiful place at least 15 times and are never disappointed
alexander
Excellent short stay at this delightful hotel.Staff were very attentive and food was delicious.
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
kind staff and high quality meals
Max
Beautiful location for a nice little hotel, and a wonderful dinner!
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.
Brian
Magical
Fabulous location, like looking down at a model village every day
carol
It’s amazing location
Roger
Stunning location.
Ronald
Very unique location.
John
Excellent views, landscape, nature, history.
Fiona
Lovely service, lovely food. Quirky , (a little faded for our modern taste).
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.
NICHOLAS
Everything you wanted and none of those you did not want.
Food excellent better than most London restaurants.
Food excellent better than most London restaurants.
robin
the unique feature is that it is positioned at the western end of the Crinan canal and looks west towards Scarba and Jura between which is one of the worlds largest whirlpool. I should imagine in the depths of winter the single glazing could be a bit \"iffy\". The vehicular access is \"interesting\" better to travel by boat! Staff were excellent and the food fabulous.
Valerie
This an old building so creaky floorboards and some old furniture , but this adds to it's charm.
The staff were friendly and efficient and the food was excellent. Lovely views and interesting to watch the boats negotiating the canal locks.
Icient
The staff were friendly and efficient and the food was excellent. Lovely views and interesting to watch the boats negotiating the canal locks.
Icient
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
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.
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.
Seyhan
Lovely staff and an old fashioned well kept hotel. The views are to die for!
ALAN
Fabulous location, stunning views and food was great.
Helen
Just loved where the hotel was, beautiful surroundings and scenery
Niall
Grest stay. Hotel, staff and hood first class. Third time I have stayed snd each time gets better.
Andrew
4 days in Crinan
Perfect location with amazing views. All the staff are BRILLIANT. Stupendous restaurant.
Rosemary
It’s all in the detail.
This hotel reflects the attention to detail of the owner. Marvellous.
Alan
Quirky but delightful hotel with very pleasant and helpful staff.
Janet
Staff were lovely, the room was lovely & peaceful with stunning outlook. Food was delicious!
Katherine
Lovely location, attentive staff.
We arrived late due to some reaver issues. They were ready and sent us straight to our room. Then they delivered a lovely plate of smoked salmon with some fresh bread and bottled water. This was so kind of them. I want to go back.
Timothy
Quirky hotel in great location. Many staff but service not particularly efficient. Room had great view but bed and TV were the smallest we had seen in a hotel for many years and bathroom flooring was old. Food was good but nothing special. Overall a decent hotel in great location but over-priced.
John
Crinan Hotel
Food was fantastic...room was excellent.
Evon
Brilliant location at end of Crinan Canal
Michael
Stunning views
Stunning views from our room. Enjoyed the fresh local food in the restaurant. Friendly staff and nice service.
patrick
it's mindboggling position
the decor is looking a little dated and faded
the decor is looking a little dated and faded
Verified traveler
A charming retreat.
The Crinan Hotel is full of charm and is a comfortable and very relaxing place to stay: it does need a bit of updating, but everything you need is there and frankly its position and stunning views and peaceful location are what makes this hotel very special. I cant wait to return.
Jean
Perfect location but....
Hotel location and staff perfect, Disappointed the room had no shower and plug sockets were poorly located as the kettle had to be placed on the floor to boil and the hair dryer could not be used near a mirror
Roger
Crinan 2021
Absolutely beautiful location, pity that’s what they base the price on!
Garry
Crinan paradise
Only stayed one night experience was fantastic
Gerard
Would definitely stay again!
Really friendly staff and delicious food. Scenery is outstanding!
Verified traveler
The rooms are cosy warm with stunning views over Loch Crinan. Food is really nice with lots of seafood
Verified traveler
Crinan review
Ironically, room price on hotel website and booking.com or hotel.com differs substantially. Very pleasant service personnel. Had a very comfortable 2 night stay.
Verified traveler
family run and very welcoming by all staff,although hotel old the standards are trying to be kept.Food is excellent and locally sourced which is good for the area.Some areas could be improved especially toilets for people not so mobile.My husband and i have been a few
times over the years and really enjoyed our stay.
times over the years and really enjoyed our stay.
Verified traveler
Beautiful place to stay. Great walks in wide open spaces.
Verified traveler
This is a very special destination. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The hotel is warm clean and full of character.
We enjoyed every moment of our stay and can’t wait to return.
We enjoyed every moment of our stay and can’t wait to return.
Stuart
Lovely spot but hotel needs serious update.
Michael
Amazing
Amazing location, great seafood, helpful and friendly staff
Lindsay
Really nice stay, we were in Room 24 which had an amazing view.
Karenmal
The location on the water and near the bike trails was excellent and the service was great. Room was large and had everything you needed but was a little dated.
Claire
Tired and old hotel
Hotel in need of new beds, decor and new bathrooms - definitely not value for money - book somewhere else!
James
One night stay.
A bit disappointed dinner was served in the bar area instead of in the main restaurant,and the fish I ordered off the menu was not available.
John Alan
Last Minute trip
Great location, service and food first class
Bludnock
Excellent
couldn't fault it in any way. Room superb, meals excellent, staff delightful. Extra dimension to our stay with the wonderful art on display.
Verified traveler
Pleasant 1 night stay.
Very pleasant 1 night stay in a comfortable room with superb views. Bathroom a bit tired but functional.
Staff very helpful and attentive. Dinner in the restaurant looking out to the sea and islands was lovely with excellent fresh seafood. Pleasant walking along the canal. We will definitely return.
Staff very helpful and attentive. Dinner in the restaurant looking out to the sea and islands was lovely with excellent fresh seafood. Pleasant walking along the canal. We will definitely return.
Peter
Wonderful Hotel
Beautiful location, very comfortable, great food.
John
Nice location. Good Food amazing views
Laura
we loved it
It was excellent ! A nice stay in a quite lost place ; the hotel, the rooms , the restaurant were excellent; all the staff helpful, elegant and charming as the owner is. We wish to came back ! Thanks
Verified traveler
Lovely location and stay
Very peaceful stay with good views across the loch. Food was perfect and the rooms were large. Staff were helpful and were friendly. Price of night was quite expensive but understandable in peak of tourist season. Would recommend.
Jan
Wonderful location but wouldn't rush back
The hotel is in a fantastically scenic location and the view from our room was amazing. Bed was very comfortable and room was clean. Quaint pub with outside seating area accessed via separate entrance. Very friendly staff. The hotel itself however is a mish mash of odd furnishings throughout including extremely low and uncomfortable sofas and chairs in public rooms and bedroom. Quality of food in Seafood Bistro was disappointing. Overall we felt the hotel did not offer value for money.
John J
Lovely getaway
Charming historic hotel in a tiny alcove getaway with astounding views and fresh food. Takes a bit to get there but there is no disappointment. Service is excellent. Historical aspect maintained while remaining comfortable and clean.
Con
Not quite Luxury
A dichotomy of sorts this hotel. Very very tired furniture and room décor leads this to be far from 'luxury'. That said, food was good both at dinner and breakfast . The service 'tried' to be friendly but it needs to be professional for hotels classed in this category and at it fell down badly in this respect. Maybe the proprietor's absence had something to do with this, but it is not much good to me having paid handsomely to stay here. The location of the hotel is simply breathtaking . Would I come back? Unlikely! but for those of you who haven't been, give it a shot knowing what is on offer. A tatty hotel with average service, good food and a spectacular ( maybe unequalled) setting
peter
quaint hotel nice food and friendly staff..
This is a friendly if somewhat eccentric hotel. There are some parallels with Fawlty Towers but in a pleasant way
Patricia
Wonderful stay..
Verified traveler
Cozy and relaxing but limited wifi
Cozy and relaxing place by the loch. Phone connection and wifi very limited.
Location & surroundings
Crinan Hotel
By Lochgilphead, Argyll, United Kingdom
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