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Glenisle Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers warm themselves by the crackling fireplace or bask in sunshine at this beachfront retreat, where a hearty breakfast fuels coastal explorations

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Located seaside, the Glenisle Hotel offers a full breakfast and a cozy lobby fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy beachfront views at the Glenisle Bistro, or browse the library. The helpful staff and well-maintained property consistently earn high praise from visitors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Premier Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Isle of Arran, Glenisle Hotel is by the sea. Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal and Shiskine Golf & Tennis Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Harbour Arts Centre and Heads of Ayr Farm Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Lamlash travel guide
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Shore Road - Lamlash, Isle of Arran, Scotland, KA27 8LY

What's nearby

  • Arran Coastal Way
    8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Brodick Golf Club
    8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Arran Heritage Museum
    9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Arran Aromatics
    10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Brodick Castle
    10 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
    89 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Shurig
    7 min drive
  • Arran Sinply Thai
    6 min drive
  • The Forest Of The Falls Cafe
    15 min drive
  • Glenisle Hotel & Bistro
    1 min walk
  • Little Rock
    5 min drive

About this property

Glenisle Hotel

Hotel by the sea
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Glenisle Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Glenisle Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a beachfront location. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a library and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, laundry services, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Glenisle Bistro

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1760
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Glenisle Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Glenisle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at Glenisle Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Glenisle Hotel located?

Situated in Isle of Arran, this beach hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Holy Isle and within 6 mi (10 km) of Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal and Arran Coastal Way. Arran Heritage Museum and Arran Aromatics are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Glenisle Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 563 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 563 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 563 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 563 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 563 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cute rooms, staff were very friendly and food was good!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was beautiful, the staff were wonderful, and the atmosphere was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent wee spot to eat, drink and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and food is great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and pleasant owner and staff The hotel and food excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Faultless hotel, clean very good breakfast Outstanding staff Joy the manageress was soo helpful nothing was to much
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay. Hotel was comfortably relaxed and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great food
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great location. Room was comfortable and hotel was across the road from the ocean. Good parking in their lot and on the road. Highly recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent staff, hotel itself a bit tired in places, good food available
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy little hotel in stunning location , friendly great customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ibrar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were brilliant. Hotel was in a great location and had an excellent restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location Great food Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay for 3 nights, staff are lovely and breakfast is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet place. Amazing views and walks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, great stay, excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John Smith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer Service was excellent. We were well looked after by staff especially for meals. Room not the biggest but clean and comfortable with great view of Lamlash bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and friendly staff, great breakfast. Friendly piece of advice : ask for room 14 the very instant you make your reservation, you don't regret it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable lovely room really nice staff, food was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my time at the Glenisle staff were friendly and helpful breakfast was 10/10 look forward to staying here again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent service! Lovely location And good food!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location overlooking the sea; wonderful views of the coast and hillsides from the room we were given ; very helpful and efficient staff, including advice on buying goods made on Arran; tasty food including great seafood selection.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in Glenisle was a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky warm room, lovely view and food amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stopover on amazing motorbike tour around Arran and Kintyre. Comfy, if aged, room; decent food in restaurant and excellent breakfast (full Scottish, of course)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025