Located in Lochgilphead, Crinan Hotel is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Arichonan Clearance Village and Moine Mhor Nature Reserve. .This hotel is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Kilmartin Glen and 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Studio Barn Argyll.
What's nearby
Arichonan Clearance Village - 12 min drive - 6.1 miles
Studio Barn Argyll - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles
Kilmartin Glen - 16 min drive - 7.7 miles
Kilmartin House Museum - 18 min drive - 9.4 miles
The Cobbler - 19 min drive - 10.7 miles
Getting around
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 135 min drive
Restaurants
The Galley of Lorne - 23 min drive
Cafe 35 - 12 min drive
Kilmartin Hotel - 12 min drive
The Smiddy Bistro - 12 min drive
Crinan Hotel - 1 min walk
About this property
Crinan Hotel
Crinan Hotel offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 20 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and a turndown service.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite at Westward Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
Westward Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
Crinan Seafood Bar - This bistro specializes in seafood and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
CRINAN PUB - Onsite pub. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property class
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
Crinan Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 184 reviews
10 - Excellent
105
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 184 reviews
8 - Good
63
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 184 reviews
6 - Okay
10
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 184 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 184 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gustavo
Apr 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had an amazing stay at the Crinan hotel. The views are spectacular and the food is delicious. I would say that the hotel is a little old but that is part of its charm.
Beautiful hotel . Room excellent and clean . The staff were so helpful and friendly .The breakfast and evening dinner were lovely lots of choice .
The setting of the hotel was stunning as was the view from our room
Irene
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lesley
Feb 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was amazing- food so so good and staff an absolute treat.
What can I say, I absolutely loved my stay at the Crinan Hotel. I was blown away by the view from the room. The food was delicious and the staff were fabulous
Would I stay again? Yes,in a heartbeat and I'm already trying to think of an excuse to rebook.
The Crinan hotel was lovely , the staff were amazing , could not have been more helpful.
The food in the restaurant in my opinion was excellent, beautifully prepared and the portions were good . The location was stunning and would definitely stay there again .
BRIAN
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Sheila
Apr 1, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Property is very tired and in desperate need of TLC upgrades. Having said that it’s homely and the Staff are welcoming, friendly and very professional and helpful. Pets are welcome and all rooms have sea views. The food is plentiful and very good. Will certainly return again.
Sheila
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Beautiful location
Excellent food and wine options
Very dog friendly
Lovely staff
Shabby chic but well maintained
Rooms are spotless and location is spectacular. The food is superb, the scallops couldn't be better cooked and the freshness unmatched, due to them being landed 50 yards away.
Throughout our stay, despite it seeming to be off-season in the area, we were expertly hosted by Mrs. Ryan's friendly and attentive staff at all times, whilst Chris the manager was always available with his extensive knowledge and experience to assure us we were looked after very well.
There's a feeling of genuine hospitality in the Crinan Hotel and we left feeling refreshed and happy knowing these types of places exist, should we need to recharge again.