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Knap Guest House

4.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse in Tarbert

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Grand Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
Grand Suite | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, dining tables
Grand Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Knap Guest House sits right by the sea, offering travelers a peaceful getaway. Guests can stay connected with WiFi available in the public areas while enjoying the calming atmosphere of this smoke-free property.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
  • 12 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

Grand Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, Harbor View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, Harbor View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Studio Suite, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Tarbert, Knap Guest House is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Luckenbooth Gallery and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Royal Castle of Tarbert and Skipness Castle. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Campbeltown Road, Tarbert, Scotland, PA29 6SX

What's nearby

  • Tarbert Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Loch Fyne Gallery - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kintyre Way - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Castle of Tarbert - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Skipness Castle - 26 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

  • Campbeltown (CAL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Herring - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Ca'dora - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Corner House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starfish Restaurant And Gallery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪One Fyne Deli - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Knap Guest House

Upscale guesthouse by the sea
Knap Guest House provides everything you need. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches like dining tables and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and limited housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1895
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast rate plans receive breakfast in their guestroom.

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 12 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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
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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Guests under 12 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Alcohol is not served at this property
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

Knap Guest House
Knap Guest House Tarbert
Knap Tarbert
Knap Guest House Tarbert, Scotland
Knap Guest House Guesthouse Tarbert
Knap Guest House Guesthouse
Knap Guest House Tarbert
Knap Guest House Guesthouse
Knap Guest House Guesthouse Tarbert

Frequently asked questions

Is Knap Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Knap Guest House?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Knap Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Knap Guest House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Knap Guest House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is steps from Tarbert Harbour and Loch Fyne Gallery. Luckenbooth Gallery and Kintyre Way are also within 5 minutes.

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Knap Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 240 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at Knap House. Couldn’t fault it, really comfy bed, attention to detail in every area, easy to access, just perfect all round!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodations and very friendly. Everything is great and would love to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our most pleasant stay to date. Nice spacious room,pleasant view, comprehensive local information about local dining and shopping. It couldn’t have been better. Ten out of ten.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Overnight stay

Easy check in. Lovely clean room. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

Great location, clean & well equipped, welcoming host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

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

Knap House

Very clean, comfortable room. Decent breakfast. Friendly proprietor. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful little guest house in an amazing little town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and host and gorgeous rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and accommodating people running this place - lovely breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms and central location (was perfect for the wedding I was attending at the church!).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

A convenient overnight stay for catching the ferry to Islay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, clean very comfortable, would come again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Amenities
Unique decor. Amenities such as facecloths and Kleenex which seem to be lacking elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Spotless, comfortable well appointed. Kitchen had supplies of tea, coffee, milk etc and again, was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and effortless check in. Warm and comfortable. Location puts it near the road to Campbelltown and the Kennacraig ferry, but it wasn't too intrusive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant accommodation to stay. Very good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great wee guest house. Bed was comfy and room was clean. Good view from the window and not disturbed by any noises. Would for sure stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and helpful. Clean modern bathroom and great view of the harbor. Definitely will consider staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

NORMAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hotel in small town. Location great. Service was great. Stayed one night on our way to the ferry to Islay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in! Very clean! Excellent bed and bathroom! Breakfast was delivered to our door, The food was excellent! Will say you need to be comfortable with stairs! There are several excellent restaurants within walking distance. Parking is free along the waterfront. All rooms have great views of the port!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved every bit of this spot and would rerun without question.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Nice clean and comfortable

Short overnight stay to catch ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Nice spot

Beautiful little spot, conveniently located. The bed was so comfortable and the shower was wonderfully hot!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great guest house

Spotless and comfortable. Friendly and warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The first impression was the view. It was absolutely beautiful. The room was nice, comfortable, and a good size. The proprietor was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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