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Tel code: 01496 | code search
Postcode: PA43 | code search
Population: 860
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Harbour Inn Hotel & Restaurant
"This is an extract from email received from Roger & Angela.. " Dear Mr & Mrs Scott Thank you for making our 2 night stay this week so memorable. We both agreed ..." More

Harbour Inn Hotel & Restaurant
"I love arriving at good hotels in bad weather; there is something hugely comforting about getting out of the rain and into the warmth and scents of a hospitable hostelry. ..." More

Harbour Inn Hotel & Restaurant
"We have been meaning to write to you ever since we arrived home to thank you for making our holiday on Islay so enjoyable. The accommodation is superb, the ..." More

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Bowmore is a town and the capital of the Hebridean Island Islay, sitting off the west coast of Argyll in Scotland. Bowmore is situated at the north-east end of Loch Indaal. Islay is one of the largest Scottish Islands, well-known as being Capital of the Lord of the Isles from 12th-16th century details of which are found at the visitor centre in Finlaggan. The island owes its moderate climate to its position on the Gulf Stream the land is green and fertile, there are unspoilt sandy beaches, rocky coastlines, forests, rolling hills and home to over 100 different species of bird. Bowmore received its charter in 1614 although there were settlements in the area for centuries before, archaeological sites nearby include standing stones at Ballinaby and the Iron Age fort at Dun Nosebridge dating back to the Viking conquest 800AD-1156. The town is a popular tourist resort; there is a hotel and an award winning inn, charming white painted cottages and buildings, shops and cafes. The main attraction is the Bowmore Distillery dating from 1779; one of the oldest in Scotland producing traditionally made Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whiskey, one of the many famous ‘Islay Malts’, there is a visitor centre, guided tours and a shop. Bowmore is also home to an unusual Round Church which unusually has no corners.

Harbour Inn Hotel & Restaurant (0.13 miles)

A destination for all seasons

Situated adjacent to Bowmore harbour, our small family run hotel offers superb accommodation, high quality award winning food and excellent service. As a base for touring Islay, described by the Lord ... More | visit website

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Ballygrant Inn & Restaurant (6.29 miles)

Welcoming family run Inn on hebridean Island of Islay
A family run Inn with a friendly Scottish welcome, excellent food, great selection of malt whiskies, beers and ales, David and Ruby Graham welcome you to ... More

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Gigha Hotel (21.99 miles)

The Trust owned Gigha Hotel is located just a few hundred yards from the ferry terminal, and has a personal charm all of its own. Our team are exceptionally friendly and will ensure that your ... More | visit website

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Balinakill Country House (28.33 miles)

This historical Scottish Hotel on Argyll's Kintyre Peninsula is the perfect relaxing base for those looking for an antidote to the stresses of daily life. Whether you are touring Argyll, Island hopping, or enjoying a ... More | visit website

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Ellary Estate (29.40 miles)

Ellary Estate lies in one of the most beautiful and unspoilt areas of Scotland. There are various cottages and chalets, they all have wonderful views and are beside attractive stretches on the shores of ... More | visit website

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West Loch Hotel (32.79 miles)

The West Loch Hotel dates from circa 1780, retaining many of its original features. This charming former Coaching Inn is now a modern hotel and restaurant offering fresh, distinctive, well-priced food along with comfortable rooms and wonderful views ... More | visit website

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The Ugadale Cottages (33.06 miles)

On the outer fringe of western Scotland, there exists a very special place. Nestled in the southwest corner of the Mull of Kintyre, where the movements of sea, sand, wind and grazing sheep have intertwined ... More | visit website

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Ashbank Hotel (33.93 miles)

This family run hotel is in an ideal location being just a short walk from the mile long sandy beach and working harbour. We are situated in the heart of the village, adjacent to Carradale’s ... More | visit website

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Carradale Hotel (33.93 miles)

The Adams family & their staff extend a warm welcome to guests at the Carradale Hotel. Set in its own private garden, with views across to the Isle of Arran, this 3 star hotel ... More | visit website

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Dunvalanree Hotel (34.15 miles)

Dunvalanrees licensed restaurant use of local sea food and farm produce has been recognised by the award of an AA Rosette and a Silver EatScotland award and the restaurant is featured in the Good Food ... More | visit website

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