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The Galley of Lorne Inn

3.5 star property
Lakefront inn with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Perched by the sea, The Galley of Lorne Inn offers a serene retreat. Unwind with full breakfast, explore the garden and arcade/game room or enjoy ocean views at Loch View Restaurant. With free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities and coffee/tea in the lobby your stay is sure to be a relaxing getaway.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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Room (A - Standard Double Room (Islay)) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room (A - Standard Double Room (Islay))

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (B - Standard Twin Room (Tiree)) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room (B - Standard Twin Room (Tiree))

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room (C - Standard Double Room (Arran)) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room (C - Standard Double Room (Arran))

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (D - Superior Double Room (Skye)) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room (D - Superior Double Room (Skye))

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (E - Standard Double Room (Uist)) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room (E - Standard Double Room (Uist))

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (F - Standard Twin Room (Iona)) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room (F - Standard Twin Room (Iona))

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room (G - Standard Double Room (Gigha)) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room (G - Standard Double Room (Gigha))

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Ardfern, Lochgilphead, Scotland, PA31 8QN

What's nearby

  • Kilmartin House Museum - 12 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Kilmartin Glen - 15 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Kilmeford Church - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Oban Distillery - 38 min drive - 30.5 miles
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 38 min drive - 30.5 miles

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 30 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucy’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kilmartin Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kilmartin Museum Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Galley of Lorne - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Room At The Top - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Galley of Lorne Inn

Inn by the sea
At The Galley of Lorne Inn, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Loch View Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Extended parking, a TV in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • Wedding services, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 19-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Loch View Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (450 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (5:00 PM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 8 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 8 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Galley Lorne Inn
Galley Lorne Inn Lochgilphead
Galley Lorne Lochgilphead
Galley Lorne
The Galley of Lorne Inn Inn
The Galley of Lorne Inn Lochgilphead
The Galley of Lorne Inn Inn Lochgilphead

Frequently asked questions

Is The Galley of Lorne Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 8 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Galley of Lorne Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Galley of Lorne Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Galley of Lorne Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Galley of Lorne Inn located?

Situated on the waterfront, this inn is within 9 mi (15 km) of Arduaine Garden, Carnasserie Castle, and Kilmartin House Museum. Loch Ederline and Kilmartin Glen are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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