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Crinan Hotel

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk

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By the sea, Crinan Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a beautiful garden and cozy coffee shop. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace or indulge in fresh seafood at one of two restaurants. With WiFi, luggage storage, and helpful staff available 24/7.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

View all photos for Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite, Sea View

Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite, Sea View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 21 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Lochgilphead, Crinan Hotel is in the historical district and on the waterfront. Arichonan Clearance Village and Kilmartin Glen are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Loch Fyne. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Crinan, Argyll, Lochgilphead, Scotland, PA31 8SR

What's nearby

  • Arichonan Clearance Village - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kilmartin Glen - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Kilmartin House Museum - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Loch Fyne - 16 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Carnasserie Castle - 17 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 35 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lucy’s - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Crinan Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Polly's Coffee Stop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kilmartin Hotel - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Crinan Hotel

Upscale hotel by the sea
At Crinan Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and seafood. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • CRINAN COFFEE SHOP
  • CRINAN PUB
  • Crinan Seafood Bar
  • Westward Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1790
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 7 and November 9.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 10 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • 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
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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Crinan Hotel
Crinan Hotel Lochgilphead
Crinan Lochgilphead
Hotel Crinan
Crinan
Crinan Hotel Hotel
Crinan Hotel Lochgilphead
Crinan Hotel Hotel Lochgilphead

Frequently asked questions

Is Crinan Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 lbs per pet. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Crinan Hotel?

Crinan Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Crinan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Crinan Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Crinan Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Arichonan Clearance Village, Moine Mhor Nature Reserve, and Kilmartin Glen. Kilmartin House Museum and Studio Barn Argyll are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Crinan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 154 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great food. Walks from hotel were fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with very helpful staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a wonderful atmosphere and the staff are very efficient and friendly
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting and a very welcoming hotel environment.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most beutiful hotel during all our travel in Scotland¡ Really beutiful place, delicious food and the people service is always the best¡
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location for a nice little hotel, and a wonderful dinner!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent short stay at this delightful hotel.Staff were very attentive and food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The views were spectacular, staff were excellent and could not do enough for you meals were delicious, the hotel is quite tired looking and could do with a fresh look, but it wouldn't stop me from visiting again. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay for the two nights we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Room with a view

Beautiful location and a real treat to lie in bed and look out the window to the sea. Breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Crinan Hotel. Amazing staff and the fresh seafood at the restaurant was some of the best we’d had on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, stunning views and food was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith

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

Beautiful

Just old world charm with exceptional food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent views, landscape, nature, history.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have been at this beautiful place at least 15 times and are never disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Crinan Hotel

Food was fantastic...room was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely, the room was lovely & peaceful with stunning outlook. Food was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Fantastic food fantastic location fantastic servic

The location was breath taking the service had that family feel and nothing was too much trouble. The food was first class and some of the best fish I have had.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

4 days in Crinan

Absolutely lovely hotel in an amazing situation. All the staff are great. Great restaurant. Our second stay there - but not our last.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

4 days in Crinan

Perfect location with amazing views. All the staff are BRILLIANT. Stupendous restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mr Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Crinan Hotel, the most lovely location. We had great room with a sea view. The hotel.is adorned with the most breathtaking art. All the staff were excellent, they made us feel so welcome and were very attentive throughout our stay. The food was amazing we will definitely be booking a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful west coast haven

We love this place. The rooms are comfortable and spacious, the ambiance pleasant, the food excellent and the staff attentive. That's why we keep coming back - fourth consecutive year here for my wife's birthday - what better testament?