Port Charlotte Hotel
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Port Charlotte Hotel
No.1 of Scenic Hotels in Argyll and Bute
Main St, Islay, PA48 7TU
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Lots to doAmenities
Exclusive Beach Area
Private parkingFree
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Car Rental
Bicycle Rentals
Meeting Room
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Property Description
Located in Islay Island, Port Charlotte Hotel is near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Wildlife Information Centre and Museum of Islay Life. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Islay Natural History Centre and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Port Mor.
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9.4/10
AmazingThe food is sooooo delicious. I really like the bar.
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Surroundings
Airport: Islay Airport
(25.0 km)
Landmarks: Islay Natural History Trust
(120m)
Landmarks: The Museum of Islay Life
(270m)
Landmarks: Iomairt Chille Chomain
(790m)
Landmarks: Fraser’s Cairn
(1.5 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
4
Standard Twin Room
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
TV
Towel
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6
Twin Room
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Daily Housekeeping
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7
Family Room
2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Sea View
Towel
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6
Double Room with Sea View
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Sea View
Towel
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Guest Reviews
9.4/10
Amazing
63 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.4
- Amenities9.4
- Location9.4
- Service9.4
Average for similar properties in Islay
AI Summary
Guests praise the warm, comfortable rooms with sea views and the delicious breakfast. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful. Port Charlotte offers a serene escape with stunning views.
Guest User
July 7, 2023
The food is sooooo delicious. I really like the bar.
Sarah R
March 19, 2025
An absolute GEM of a hotel, positioned on the edge of the rocky, sandy shore with spectacular views across the loch to the Paps of Jura. We were a little apprehensive as all the rooms are billed as 'dog friendly' but the extremely comfortable room was immaculate and smelled beautiful and clean. In fact the whole hotel was kept extremely clean. Kudos to the housekeeping team! The atmosphere in the cozy traditional bar was spot on. Lively and fun without being overbearing. The staff could not be any friendlier; they're so welcoming and nothing too much trouble. As for the food...oh MY! If I could have smuggled their talented chef out in my suitcase, I would. The breakfasts were delicious and plentiful and dinner was the stuff of dreams. Dinner is a total MUST DO. Imaginative meal choices, beautifully presented and definitely something a bit different. The lovely Lorna recommended the saffron rice pudding with cinnamon sugar and Arran ice cream. One of the tastiest puddings we've ever had. Hopefully we will return to spectacular Islay and if we do, here is where we will stay. Highly recommend.
kiitoinen
January 11, 2025
The Port Charlotte Hotel was a big part of our three-night stay on Islay. All of the staff go out of their way to be helpful, whether casually chatting with you about the local points of interest and whiskies, leaving you to quietly look out the window at dawn breaking over Loch Indaal, or helping you plan getting back to the mainland after popping a tyre on your rental late in the evening. The Port Charlotte was the home we came back to every night whether we spent the day on Islay's beautiful beaches, or ferrying across to Jura to see the red deer. Despite not planning it, we had dinner at the hotel every night. There was so much on the menu to try, and everything was delightful: a special mention to the Loch Gruinart oysters and the traditional fish and chips. The bar's whisky list is comprehensive, but there's a great selection of wines as well. Though we came to Islay for the sights and distilleries, meeting locals turned out to be a significant part of our trip, and Lorna from the Port Charlotte is a wonderful person to talk to if you get the opportunity. We will fondly remember our stay until the time comes to return to Islay and enjoy the Port Charlotte's special hospitality and atmosphere anew.
Guest User
May 19, 2025
Charming and quaint are perfect descriptives of this hotel as is the Village. Kate at reception was enormously welcoming and helpful - as was the young man who also worked reception. Room was quintessential of what one might expect in a port village. Perfectly decorated as is the sitting area, bar, dining, and even outside seating. Couldn’t have asked for a better location. Breakfast and dinner were good. We occupied room 2 which was very nice. Only drawback was parking area lights that were on all night. Because it was warm, we had to have windows open (only opened about 10 inches), so we had to pull up shades to let cool air in. Bed was very comfortable. Only suggestion is to have smaller bedside lamps that take up less space. Bathroom was spacious and even had a shelf upon which we could set hair products. Big suggestion here is to have grab bar to assist in climbing out of shower. Can easily slip getting out especially for shorter persons climbing over a high bathtub. Plus shower door did not totally prevent water from flowing onto floor. All in all…great visit.
Guest User
May 19, 2025
Great little hotel with a terrific ambiance and location overlooking the sea, best location on Islay. Bar is great, good beers. Guest room is great too. Decor restrained and well-done. Food quality is good but not exceptional. Key thing is to book direct and avoid room 6 above the bar, no sleep until the noise dies down.
Guest User
May 12, 2025
Amazing location, friendly staff and exquisite food - we loved our stay at the Port Charlotte Hotel. We were in the room overlooking the village; larger than most of the sea-view ones and with a nice window where you could sit and watch the world go by. A highlight of our stay was the traditional music night, when there was a great atmosphere in the bar and a very talented Celtic band.
Guest User
May 9, 2025
We stayed in this lovely hotel for five nights while visiting Islay and touring distilleries. The rooms are comfortable and well appointed. We enjoyed mixing with other guests and locals in the hotel pub. We started every day with a delicious cooked to order breakfast. We can’t say enough good things about the staff. They were friendly, attentive and efficient. Although all of the staff were outstanding, a few stood out in making our stay special: Lorna, Robin, Betti, Kate, Shannon, and all the barmen- Colin, Gary, and Tom went above and beyond. If you’re planning a trip to Islay, stay here!
Guest User
May 8, 2025
The room was beautiful. Some of the original rock was exposed and added a beautiful touch to the appearance of the room. Not surprisingly the room was quiet and comfortable. Our room was just down the hall from the onsite pub and we didn't hear a thing - even on live music night. It is within walking distance to a major distillery, so take the walk and enjoy the samples along to the tour.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Exclusive Beach Area
Private parking
Free
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Car Rental
Bicycle Rentals
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Exclusive Beach Area
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Car Rental
Bicycle Rentals
Front Desk Services
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
VIP Check-In Service
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Room Service
Snack Bar
Health & Wellness
Beauty and Makeup
Activities
Exclusive Beach Area
Fishing
Public Beach
Public Areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Ironing Service
Clothes Dryer
Clothes Steamer
Facilities for Children
Children's Meals Available
Business Services
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Postal Service
Fax/Copying Service
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
Safety & Security
First Aid Services
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Security Alarm
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–21:00
Check-out: 07:30–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–21:00
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children 1 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Legal Information
This property is managed by a professional host. Professional hosts are parties that act for purposes relating to their trade, business, or profession and are regarded as traders under EU law.
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Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 10
Located in Islay Island, Port Charlotte Hotel is near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Wildlife Information Centre and Museum of Islay Life. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Islay Natural History Centre and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Port Mor.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.