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West Highland Hotel

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel in Mallaig with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Classic Triple Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk
Terrace/patio
Library
Serves lunch and dinner
The West Highland Hotel by the sea offers a tranquil escape with a garden and well-stocked library. Travelers appreciate amenities like dry cleaning and free in-room WiFi, while the lobby fireplace provides a cozy spot to relax. Past guests consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Cosy Double | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Cosy Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cosy Twin | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Cosy Twin

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Triple Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Classic Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cuillin Studio

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Cuillin Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Rum Accessible Studio

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Rum Accessible Studio

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Askival Studio,

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Skye Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Davies Brae, Mallaig, Scotland, PH41 4QZ

What's nearby

  • Mallaig Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Circular Walk - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Camusdarach Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Morar Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 34 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Mallaig Station - 2 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tea Garden Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chlachain Inn, Mallaig - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bakehouse and Crannog - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪J Lawrie & Sons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cabin Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

West Highland Hotel

Hotel by the sea
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at West Highland Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A banquet hall, outdoor furniture, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Travel cribs, electric kettles, and heating

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • West Bar

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1901
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 27 2025 to November 28 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 16 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

West Highland Hotel
West Highland Hotel Mallaig
West Highland Mallaig
West Highland Hotel Mallaig, Scotland
West Highland Hotel Hotel
West Highland Hotel Mallaig
West Highland Hotel Hotel Mallaig

Frequently asked questions

Is West Highland Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, West Highland Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at West Highland Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at West Highland Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at West Highland Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is West Highland Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Mallaig Heritage Centre, Mallaig Harbour, and Mallaig Ferry Terminal. Circular Walk and Camusdarach Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Mallaig Station is only a 2-minute walk.

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Reviews

West Highland Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 601 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 601 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 601 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 601 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 601 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to spend the night while exploring the small town of Mallaig. Next time I’ll book during summer when more ferry routes align with train schedules. Beautiful hotel and beautiful scenery!
From the hotel terrace
From the shore
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, very good staff and food If arriving by train the walk is up a steep hill, There is no lift but staff did take luggage up
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for shops, good parking, lovely meal in hotel restaurant, view amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

jean-marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Little room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, nice bar area, easy distance to the ferry and convenient parking. Only downside was loud music from the bar until it closed which was midnight
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views are great. Near the ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Katie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in Scotland for 8 days and this property won "worst hotel" award for the week. It had the feel of a Motel 6 with super outdated furnishings and worn out carpet. The towels were dirty looking and worn out. The shower leaked when you used it and it was a room you wanted to keep you bare feet off of the carpet. The location was beautiful but I would not stay here again and would not encourage others to either. This property is in massive need of renovation and it was WAY TOO expensive for the money. We stayed in Double Tree Hotels for a 3rd of the money and got a way better value. Thumbs down on this one!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, but rather small room and bathroom. Breakfast not included.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived here just before Storm Amy hit!!! A nice easy uphill walk from the railway station. We were a little early for check in and sat in the lounge/bar area to wait as the weather was rather inclement!! Our room, which was on the second floor, overlooked the lovely harbour. It was nice and clean with fresh towels supplied. There were tea and coffee supplies in the room. The shops were a short walking distance away. When Storm Amy struck the whole area lost power…the staff were brilliant supplying us with battery powered lanterns. A dish of delicious venison stew was available for an evening meal as the kitchen was affected by the power cut. Other guests were able to order sandwiches or salads. The following morning there was still no power and a complimentary cold breakfast was provided. Hot water for coffee and teas were heated on the lounge wood burner and were available all day. The chef managed to make a wholesome soup and selection of sandwiches for lunch. In the evening a two course meal was also available….the staff were absolutely fantastic throughout this experience…cannot speak more highly of the service we received. Thank you soooo much😀
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay and the view was just magnificent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Solveig Bang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views across water, convenient location, staff, has a restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect for our stay before and after our trip to the small isles.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Frontline staff needs to improve not very friendly, no interaction. Having said that was assisted to carry bag up two flights of stairs. No lift!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good restful night with great sea views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely breathtaking view - enjoyed the sunset right from our room!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Nice place. Friendly staff. Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely comfortable hotel and fantastic views of the sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful views. Staff was kind and helpful. Facilities were very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, very close to restaurants and bars
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the ocean with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were quaint, clean and plenty of space. Nice views of the ocean and a very welcoming and polite staff. The towel warmer and bathroom was nice as well, loved the larger tub and shower options. Would definitely stay here again, loved it!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good views of the harbor and spacious room. Very nice reception area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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