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Ben Cruachan inn

4.0 star property
Eco-certified guesthouse with restaurant and bar/lounge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Lounge
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Train station shuttle

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Ben Cruachan inn, Dalmally, Scotland, PA33 1AQ
  • Loch Awe
    2 min walk
  • St Conan's Kirk
    13 min walk
  • Kilchurn Castle
    3 min drive
  • Oban (OBN)
    28 min drive

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Dalmally

Ben Cruachan inn places you steps from Loch Awe and within a 15-minute stroll of St Conan's Kirk. Highlights at this eco-friendly guest house include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, a picnic area and express check-out. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In proximity to this 4-property class Dalmally guest house you'll find Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Loch Awe - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Conan's Kirk - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kilchurn Castle - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cruachan Power Station - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Inveraray Castle - 21 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brander Lodge Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kilkrennan Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Scoffers Fish & Chips Takeaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kilchrenan Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪St Conan's Kirk Tea Room - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Ben Cruachan inn

Eco-certified guesthouse with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified Ben Cruachan inn also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Dalmally guest house is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ben Cruachan inn offers 10 accommodations with free toiletries. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • 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 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: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

What is the cancellation policy at Ben Cruachan inn?

Ben Cruachan inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Ben Cruachan inn?

Yep, Ben Cruachan inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ben Cruachan inn?

The closest beach to Ben Cruachan inn is Ganavan Sands (26.5 km).

Does Ben Cruachan inn serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ben Cruachan inn?

No, Ben Cruachan inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ben Cruachan inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ben Cruachan inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ben Cruachan inn?

Dogs are welcome at Ben Cruachan inn, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

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

6/10 Okay

Sue

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

Travelled with family
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

Dele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from my room was just simply amazing!!.....the room was also well equipped and clean, also not forgetting the staff who was super friendly and helpful when checking us in. I would definitely like to come back a second time when i am around the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with family
Superb, great location and a quality over night stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly Inn on Loch Awe
We had a wonderful stay at the Ben Cruachan Inn. Our room was large, comfortable and modern. Friendly and very helpful staff, and the food in the restaurant was fantastic. We loved hanging out at the bar / lounge area which was cozy and fun. Plenty of parking. Good room amenities (minus refrigerator). Lovely area within walking distance to Lock Awe and St Conan's Kirk, and a short drive to Kilchurn Castle. Would definitely recommend this hotel to others and would plan to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff with easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

luke

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

We had a separate suite with a kitchenette. Extra space and facility with our dog. Lovely, modern and well equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
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

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Aneha

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful. However did feel like the room smelt a little strange. The food in the main area was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay. Gorgeous views and great dinner. Our checkin agent was also our bartender. He was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable , ideal for an overnight stay, breakfast a little expensive though
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

LJ

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful inn made better by great staff & service
Due to a series of traffic incidents, we ended up running late for our scheduled check-in and rang ahead to let staff at the inn know. We were tired and stressed and their response couldn't have been more lovely and reassuring. We had a very good night's sleep in 2 of the garden suites which were immaculately clean, very spacious and had great facilities for a family of 5 travelling with their dog. We booked a hot breakfast for the following morning which was both delicious and filling. We would definitely be happy to return, hopefully with more time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings next time!
Outside the garden suites looking back towards the main Inn building
View from the front of the garden suites towards Loch Awe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Léonie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très contants de notre séjour. :)
Nous avons séjourné en famille durant 2 nuits. La vue était magnifique. La cuisine était fonctionnelle. L'endroit très propre. Très bon accueil à la réception. Très facile pour parquer la voiture.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Tore

Business traveller
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

Ann

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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