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16 years ago
We enjoyed our stay here. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. The rooms were nice, updated, and comfortable. No wifi but a computer with Internet access freely available. Breakfast was very good. read more
Viewfield Rd
Torvaig IV51 9ES
United Kingdom
01478 612093
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http://balloch-skye.co.uk
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The Sinclairs are great hosts!…read more PROS: -For a B&B, the rooms are quite large! And clean! -For a B&B, the bathroom is quite large! And clean! -For a B&B, very strong strong Wifi! -Excellent breakasts! Customized to your liking. -Free Parking CONS...just one: its about a 8-10 minute walk into the town center. After the first day, we decided to drive into town for dinner. So if you plan on getting drunk at the pubs, take a taxi back. Alcohol limit is only .035 in Scotland! At £80/night for two, I'd definitely stay here again!
Great hosts and accommodations. The Sinclair's are super friendly and very helpful in making…read morerecommendations of places to go and things to do. The rooms were very nice and accommodating. The breakfast was wonderful with lots of fresh fruit. Also enjoyed the short walk to town center which was very picturesque. Definitely recommend.
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Run by Fiona Stephenson, this BnB has the absolute BEST location in Portree, Isle of Skye. Located…read moreon the bay, with views of sailboats and the picturesque pastel buildings. Fiona is a doll, and cooks a great breakfast as well. Cash only.
Fiona provides a space to park your car.
Beautiful cloth napkins at breakfast.
The view was and location were best part. It's a pub, hotel and restaurant. It's very small. Our…read moreroom was small we were in room 7 the slope in the roof makes walking about in the dark dangerous. Im short and still slammed my head every night. Bathroom was worse than in a camper. Shower door kept falling off and was size of phone booth with awful water pressure. We had called ahead to ask for sheet since no ac but they acted like they didnt know what a sheet was and gave us 2 duvets. Definitely don't stay in room 7.
We walked in when they opened, resection not required, and the dining room quickly filled up for…read moredinner! The menu had something each of us enjoyed- and we enjoyed pesto pasta, scallops, monkfish, and drinks Guinness, Strongbow Cider and cold water. Dessert was an English favorite-sticky toffee pudding. All were great dishes, although perhaps ordering more scallops would have been smart! The pudding was rich, flavorful and a new taste treat for 2 of our group - so good. Service was fast, meals were fresh and hot. We enjoyed our dinner
Rm 7 shower door kept falling off. bathroom was super small like camper.
For me this was one of the best B&B I've ever stayed at. The house itself is very bright and…read moreperfectly clean and the exterior territory is well-groomed. The location gives a perfect view over the bay which is especially enjoyable during breakfasts. The whole atmosphere is warm and welcoming - even at my friends' place I did not enjoy it so much - I felt as if I was back at home, in the countryside. There is a lot of attention to details: from very good shower products to tea set in the room. The bed deserves special remark - I haven't slept so good for really long. I won't go much into detail such as Maggie's adding more sweets for the tea in the room when I ran out of them or helping with bed when we were out, my recommendation is - just go and see for yourself. I myself was able to completely relax and this was the thing I craved for. If I had more time I would be happy to stay here for a month or longer. Maggie and Willie are really kind and friendly, always responsive and ready to give some useful advice for traveling or anything else. We wish them all the best and enjoy life as much as we enjoyed our stay at their place. Warmest regards, Ivan & Kate
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Ariel Ard Chuain
This is by far the best place we've stayed in England or Scotland this trip. The bedroom and…read morebathroom were spacious. Everything worked--wifi, heated towel racks, heating, showers, etc. The couple who runs this are charming. Delicious breakfasts (highly recommend eggy toast). They have a friendly cat. Plenty of easy parking. Two upstairs parlors for gathering and relaxing. Coincidentally three of the four couples staying here were from Utah!
This is a beautiful Inn deserving of the great reviews here. Well-appointed and luxurious rooms…read more Hosts/innkeepers are friendly and welcoming. They prepare delicious breakfasts. Highly recommended!
Breakfast Room
Accommodations fit for royalty! Large, normal size bedroom and bath with soaker tub, walk-in shower…read moreand large towels. Robes and slippers provided. Made to order yummy breakfast with homemade breads (banana/blueberry, lemon, etc.), homemade yogurt, the works! Hosts very friendly and knowledgeable about the area; they provide maps for their guests, and tell you best places to go for great photo ops, walks, etc. You can start and stop your scenic drive to numerous picturesque sites right from this Zb&B. Can't say enough positive things about this B&B....if I could give Roses B&B 10 stars I would!!!
Andy and Lian Na, the owners of this B&B, are in a league of their own. From the moment you step…read moreinside the door until the time you leave they go out of their way to make you feel like you're their personal guest. The rooms have robes and slippers for the guests, very comfortable beds, nice sized TV, bottled water, cookies, Cadbury hot chocolate... the works, plus they have a separate guest lounge with a large screen TV, books, etc. that the encourage you to use. And the breakfasts that Lian Na makes, including home-made, made from scratch, breads and yogurts, are out of this world! If you want to feel pampered, definitely stay at Andy and Lian Na's "The Roses B&B" in Portree on the Isle of Skye!
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King size bed with en-suite bathroom
King size bed
A wonderful little B&B run by the most delightful couple. They were very attentive to my partner's…read moredietary needs (gluten free) and gave us wonderful advice for local activities and restaurants. Gorgeous views of Portree harbor from the bedroom.
Even though we saw rooms that were more beautiful and probably even had better breakfast on our…read moretrip (even thought both wasn't bad at Ben Tianavaig), this place was still our favourite and I'd always come back here: There is no host on Earth that can make you feel as welcome as Charlotte and Bill! I have never experienced anyone so warm and integrating like the two of them. If you ever go to Portree - go THERE!
We stayed at the Seaforth Cottage for 2 nights as part of our Rabbie's 3-Day Isle of Skye tour…read more Rabbie's had chosen this B&B for us, and we were quite pleased. We were in the downstairs double bedroom just to the right of the entrance that faced the harbor. The accommodations were cozy and comfortable, with the exception of the bathroom, which was a wee bit snug (but then again, J and I are pretty tall, and I was 5 months pregnant at the time). We never did manage to get the wifi connection to work, but we did enjoy a little bit of television. The views off the back of the harbor were gorgeous, even with the poor weather. The cottage is decorated with maps of the area and naval souvenirs. Mr. Ian MacKinnon, our host, was a very friendly and generous man. When we arrived, it was sprinkling rain, so he gave us a lift to town, drove around to point out the places that he recommended, and then dropped us curbside at the restaurant of our choosing. When J wasn't feeling well, he offered throat lozenges and medications. He cooked a full Scottish breakfast (eggs, mushrooms, haggis, bacon, sausage) each morning, served on nice china, and with yogurt, cereal, and fruit on the side. It's not a far walk to town, though the driveway is long and not lit, so you'll want to use a flash light or your cell phone to see the path. Turn it off long enough to look up and see the stars! If you're not the type to walk, it was a £3 ride from the taxi stand in the square to the cottage.
View from the back
Entryway area with tea and coffee, maps, tourist info
Full Scottish breakfast
What an excellent stay. A lovely B&B with an absolutely stunning view! Room was good size and…read morewell-equipped, even had a mini fridge. The hosts were lovely and the breakfast was great, wide choice and fresh cooked omelette to order which was delicious and excellent fuel for a days sightseeing. Would highly recommend for a visit!
From the owner: An-Airidh is a modern guesthouse that has been refurbished for the 2018 season on the shore loch…read morePortree overlooking the bay towards Ben Tianavaig and Raasay; An-Airidh is an excellent base for exploring Skye. 5 minutes from the Aros Heritage Centre. 10 minutes walking to centre of Portree.
Guest Lounge overlooking Loch Portree
Twin Room
All our 2 person rooms offer stunning sea views
We didn't stay at the hotel but dropped in for dinner in the middle of the week in mid November…read more The place was pretty quiet when we arrived. The waitress was extremely sweet and efficient. Out food was very good. I had the fish and chips which tasted fresh and was not greasy. Not sure if people pass by the restaurant for other more obvious places, but it was a great choice for a solid meal, excellent service and a very local feeling and experience.
Nice little hotel in Portree with a pub on ground level. Room was decently sized and bathroom was…read morefairly large, which my wife greatly appreciated. Close to restaurants and other pubs. I would recommend this hotel.
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The view from our window! We loved staying here, a comfy room with a view, a great breakfast, and…read morevery friendly hosts. Everything was walking distance and we would definitely stay here again.
What a pleasant stay in this Guest house!! It was very easy to find - only 300m something away from…read morethe train station. The owner was very friendly, not all rooms were busy that night. I was staying with my mother at the only twin room. That room is sharing a bathroom outside the room with another guest room. Luckily, the other room was empty and we had the option of taking a bath in big bathtub! We could see the port from the window, but I'm sure the other rooms would have better view as per the website photos. There was only one funny smell when entering the room, not sure why, and forgot to mention to the owner. The breakfast was really good!! Served porridge ourselves from a slow-cooker that was available in the dining area, keeping it warm for everyone. Glass jars for water with ice, juice served in glass jars, good strong coffee. Neither me or my mother are big fans of the black pudding, but the one they had was so tasty. I loved the sun rising on top of the hill opposite of the guest house - some warm before the hail that followed that day! Would I go back? Yes, to try one of the other rooms though!
Wonderful bed and breakfast with fantastic vegetarian and vegan breakfasts! Sam and Mark are a…read moresweet couple and make such great food and cakes! My husband and I stayed in the Sun Room a couple of nights while on our honeymoon and just loved it :) Room was comfortable and clean, ensuite bathroom had a nice waterfall showerhead and a towel warming rack, bed was comfy and warm (with an electric blanket!). When we checked in and also in the afternoon we we came back the next day there was a delicious vegan cake waiting for us! The chocolate mocha one was positively divine :) They also serve eggs from their own ducks and chickens for those who want them for breakfast, and the ducks and chickens freely roam the property and are friendly. They also have a dog (Fergus) and we think an outdoor cat. It is a really lovely property, and the couple who own it also operate a bike rental service. They seem to operate in an environmentally friendly manner as well! If we're ever looking for somewhere to stay on Skye again, we'll definitely be looking here first! :)
Really nice place with clean rooms, comfortable beds and a great breakfast in the morning…read more I stayed in a single, en-suite room and was very happy with the shower pressure and accommodations. There is a mini fridge with water, some snacks and a kettle for tea and coffee; I was even offered fresh milk! The only reason this isn't a 5 star review is that they don't accept cards or electronic payment. That's right, cash only! So, keep that in mind and hopefully they catch up to the 21st century in the near future.
A very nice guesthouse. Well located near the centre of Portree. Very clean and tidy, nice rooms,…read morecomfortable beds. I stayed with a large group of tourist guides on a recce to Skye, everyone in the group was impressed and had a good stay. I personally particularly appreciated the breakfast. It is very efficient and you get exactly what you want, lots of it and it's delicious. A very hospitable cosy place to stay.
This is my first time staying at a bed and breakfast. The owners live on site and have four rooms…read moreavailable to book. The room was comfortable with its own bathroom. In the mornings, we were provided with a substantial and tasty breakfast. The location is within walking distance to the center of Portree. Parking is available. Overall, it was a wonderful stay.
Had a three night stay here and really enjoyed it. The location is great and view from our room…read more(top floor facing the harbor) was magnificent. The hosts were very pleasant to get to know and very helpful with any needs or requests. The only thing that I have is that there isn't a common room to meet other guests, we are the very outgoing and like meeting people and making new friends. I will definitely be staying here again.
My 2nd stay at Coolin Guest House. excellent location, easy to pay and reserve. adhered to covid…read moreprotocols. absolutely fabulous host !! the family always makes or breaks a BNB stay and i felt warmly welcomed and comfortable with Coolin guest house. Great room, well appointed (tea and coffee hot pot, snack to recharge you) bathroom ensuite was super clean and well appointed. I stayed two nights and was very happy with the room, service and options. No meals available (covid rule, not their normal business) - but there are plenty of options within walking distance. I had breakfast a Relish x 2 (it was delicious) You are 5 mins walk to the center of town - which was why i picked this location. There is a grocery store about 3 mins walk down the road. Plenty of places in town to eat but make your reservation for dinner (WEEKS) before you travel. there is no "walk-in" during covid -- even though window signs say it is okay - it just doesn't work. . Thank you for letting me stay once again.
The owner was friendly the rooms are pretty spacious. There is a kettle and Kit-Kat in each coffee…read morecup and room. Your so close too the harbor you can spit in it. Breakfast is made too order in the morning with all the fresh squeezed o.j. you can drink.
Great service , nice clean shower! Also best harbor view! They serve hot breakfast as well to…read moreorder! The only thing is the bed is not very comfy. The owners were very friendly and asked about our trip and details of what we ate and what we thought of it.
**Avoid this place.** The room was tiny and stiflingly hot, with zero space to store anything. The…read morehouse rules were odd and overly strict, but the worst part by far was the shower situation. The water would either come out scalding hot or freezing cold -- no in-between -- and trying to adjust it could easily burn you. It took a long time to get a manager involved, and when she finally arrived, she was incredibly dismissive. Instead of helping, she blamed us for "not knowing how to use Scottish showers," which made no sense -- we had just stayed at a nearby hotel with no issues. She then proceeded to lecture us and insisted that *everyone* should be comfortable with the preset water temperature *she* had chosen for the entire motel. Totally unacceptable. Not worth the money or stress. -
The cottage is very pretty and in good condition having only been in operation for 2 years…read more Unfortunately, it promises far more than it is. In order to keep it as new, the manager welcomes you with a lot of rules. In addition to a surveillance camera that reacts with a motion detector - i.e. is always switched on - you are filmed every time you enter and exit the main door the main . The rooms are tiny and low. The two attic rooms are not recommended for people taller than 165 cm. In addition, it is extremely warm in the upper rooms, which was mentioned as a precautionary measure and is to be accepted. You are not allowed to wear shoes in the house, you cannot eat anything warm in your room, the breakfast offer is extremely limited and you are watched by the manager while you are having breakfast, which creates an extremely unpleasant atmosphere. Smoking is only allowed in the parking lot opposite. There was no hot water the first night but was then fixed. So unfortunately a disappointment.