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Ben Cruachan inn

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Dalmally with a restaurant and a bar

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Ben Cruachan Inn is an eco-friendly retreat with genuine character in a picturesque setting. The restaurant offers local flavors, and the garden terrace is perfect for unwinding. Guests love the helpful staff, in-room WiFi, and welcoming bar for evening drinks.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

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Ben Cruachan inn, Dalmally, Scotland, PA33 1AQ

What's nearby

  • St Conan's Kirk - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Loch Awe - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Cruachan Power Station - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Kilchurn Castle - 10 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 33 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

  • Loch Awe Station - 1 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ben Cruchan Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kilkrennan Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ben Cruachan Inn - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Portsonachan Hotel - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Ben Cruachan inn

Upscale guesthouse
At Ben Cruachan inn, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ben Cruachan inn boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 19-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • 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, 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 cash

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

Ben Cruachan inn Dalmally
Ben Cruachan Dalmally
Ben Cruachan inn Dalmally
Ben Cruachan inn Guesthouse
Ben Cruachan inn Guesthouse Dalmally

Frequently asked questions

Is Ben Cruachan inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Ben Cruachan inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ben Cruachan inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ben Cruachan inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ben Cruachan inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ben Cruachan inn located?

Situated in Dalmally, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Loch Awe and St Conan's Kirk. Kilchurn Castle is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. Loch Awe Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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Ben Cruachan inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MoragAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay, and we will definitely be returning for a longer stay soon!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, good food, well maintained, cute location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic stay. The hotel staff were extremely helpful and gave us good recommendations of places to visit. Very happy with the food and our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely self catering room- exactly what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay, peaceful and quiet. Staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. Would have liked to see a little more variety on the menu, however food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

We had a lovey mini break, the place was perfect for our hiking plans around the area. The staff were very friendly and helpful, really nice Cosey bar with a big fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable inn with a terrific menu and five stars really doesn’t begin to do the stuff justice. Incredibly nice people! We had a brilliant time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located for various excursions. Lovely sights to see. Accommodation clean, spacious and staff helpful and friendly. Food excellent and service prompt and dining and bar area well designed and set up. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great food. Excellent selection of whisky with staff on hand to lend a guiding hand. Room was very nice but bed could have been a bit more comfortable but still a very pleasant stay. Would recommend to anybody looking for a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views are stunning, and a good base to visit orher areas. There is a station clsoe by as well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Tore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a wonderful experience at this charming hotel. Room was cozy and clean, and the views from our room were breathtaking. The staff was friendly and the food was off good. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful and personable staff. Rooms clean and easily excisable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a brilliant stay and would not hesitate to return. Stayed in one of the apartments which was clean, comfortable and modern (would benefit from a side table and lamp in the living area). Really friendly staff, cosy bar area and excellent food. Another vegetarian option on the menu would have been good, but otherwise food was of a really high quality and reasonably priced. Overall an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

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

>xcellent, Dot friendly and great food.

Ver clean and tidy in our "garden Room". Whilst it was equipped for self-catering we ate in the excellent restaurant, The premises are dog friendly and the staff are attentive. The food is better than the menu suggests and is proper restaurant quality,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a lovely location and was perfect for bringing our dog. We stayed in one of the garden apartments which had its own area of decking and easy access to the garden and hotel. The apartment was well equipped and had a fridge (contrary to an earlier post), which was handy. Would recommend for a short break.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Lovely stop in the Western Highlands

An excellent place to stay on Loch Awe. 3 minutes' walk from the train station - take the gravel pathway leading to a slope at the end of the platform, rather than the steep stairs up from the platform itself, if you have heavy luggage. Scottish Citylink coaches stop right outside the front door - there is no marked bus stop but you can just wave the driver down. Oban is 20 miles away (35 minutes by train). The Inn is impeccably kept and the welcome is very warm and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Okay for a sleep but fix your water heater

The hotel roomed seemed spacious and clean. The shower ran out of hot water first thing in the morning. I had to take a cold shower at 7 in the morning because the warm water just went away and I had the handle turned all the way to hot. Not a great experience. And my husband was charged $10 for a small bowl of cereal and a coffee which is steep.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a garden room for our stay. It was immaculate, cosy and handy with the kitchen area. Woukd def recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very imaginative menu and good value for money. Very friendly and helpful staff. Modern building - very attractive. Simple room with all I needed. Great location. Thoroughly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful except that the bed mattress was quite soft and uncomfortable and there was no fridge (although there was a stove) in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for a night with some friends. Staff was very friendly and welcoming and the rooms were nice and comfortable and clean. Parking was ample. Would certainly recommend you stay here if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, amazing food. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nature, at the top of Loch Awe, walkable to the Dam on Ben Cruhan and near the hidden-in-the-mountain, (Think James Bond) electric plant that offers tours. On train line that goes from Oban to Glasgow, transfer a few stops sooner to go up to the Great Glen, Fort Williams and the like.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

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

Not bad

We had a nice stay. Have to say the bed was rather uncomfortable though. If you got to close to the edges it slumps. Small room but perfectly adequate. Its a nice area. Had a small picky dinner and drinks the night we were there. Very enjoyable. Skipped breakfast so cant comment on that.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans

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

Riktigt bra!!

Riktigt bra! Vänligt och omtänksamt
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024