The Royal An Lochan, Tighnabruaich ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Shore Road, Tighnabruaich, United Kingdom, PA21 2BE

The Royal An Lochan is a traditionally built Victorian townhouse hotel located in Tighnabruaich, offering a unique blend of historic charm and modern hospitality. It has served visitors to the Cowal Peninsula for over a century, showcasing the area's natural beauty and sporting history. The hotel provides easy access to local attractions and stunning views of the Kyles of Bute. Its commitment to using fresh, locally sourced produce enhances the dining experience for guests.

Location

The Royal An Lochan is a convenient base for exploring the Cowal Peninsula and the nearby islands of Arran, Gigha, and Islay. It is located approximately 75 km from Campbeltown and offers easy access to local attractions such as Tighnabruaich Gallery and Caol Ruadh Sculpture Park. Public transport options and roads facilitate travel to surrounding towns like Inveraray and Lochgilphead.

Rooms

Each en suite room at The Royal An Lochan is unique and spacious, featuring views over the Kyles of Bute and Cowal Hill. Rooms include amenities like free toiletries, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area for relaxation. Guests are welcomed with homemade shortbread and complimentary mineral water. The décor is individually styled, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Eat & Drink

The Deck dining room offers a modern European menu that focuses on fresh, locally sourced produce and Scottish seafood. A daily rotating menu caters to a variety of dietary requirements and includes game sourced from nearby areas. Guests can also enjoy scenic views and a refined atmosphere in The Crustacean lounge, which leads to an enclosed terrace. The Shinty Bar provides a casual setting for enjoying drinks.

Leisure & Business

Guests have access to a serene environment perfect for relaxation and focus, with comfortable public areas featuring fires and leather sofas. The hotel accommodates leisure activities, including exploring quiet country roads, forest tracks, and local beaches. Matches of shinty, a traditional outdoor game, are an unmissable feature of a memorable stay at the hotel.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Sea View

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2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

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Standard Double Room

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2 persons

18 m²

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Superior Twin Room Sea View

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3 persons

20 m²

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3 Single beds

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Getting around

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City Centre

Tighnabruaich800 m

Airports

Campbeltown (CAL) 72.5 km

Glasgow (GLA) 76.5 km

Bus

Bus stop 5.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Oasis

“The room provided a super king-size bed with stunning views of the loch, making it a perfect sanctuary for relaxation.” view full review

Exceptional Cuisine

“Dinner in the hotel was remarkable, especially the fresh seafood dishes that exceeded our expectations even on Sundays.” view full review

Relaxing Retreat

“The crystal massages and Reiki treatments were transformative, leaving us feeling recharged and rejuvenated.” view full review

Cozy Lounge

“The lounge area was beautifully decorated with large, comfy sofas, perfect for unwinding after a long day.” view full review

General

Wi-Fi

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service

Room features

Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
CD player

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Shore Road, Tighnabruaich, United Kingdom, PA21 2BE

Map view

Shore Road, Tighnabruaich, United Kingdom, PA21 2BE

City landmarks

Kyles of Bute Golf Club

1.1 km

Tighnabruaich Gallery

660 m

Tighnabruaich Viewpoint

940 m

Kilfinan Parish War Memorial

1.0 km

Kyles Parish Church

1.1 km

dun

2.2 km

Craignafeich Reservoirs

2.9 km

st michaels

2.5 km

St Michael's Grave

2.8 km

Asgog Loch

3.1 km

Ascog Keep

3.4 km

Caladh Castle

4.2 km

Caladh Harbour

4.4 km

Island

Eilean Dubh

4.6 km

Gallery

Caol Ruadh Sculpture Park

5.6 km

Nearby

Tighnabruaich Gallery

660 m

Restaurants

Botanica at The Barn

690 m

Millcroft

Tide & Thyme

690 m

Tighnabruaich Delivery Office Tighnabruaich Main Street

The Tea Room

770 m

Shore Street Seaside

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.0

Service

9.3

Dining

8.7

Alan

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.6/10

The hotel offers amazing views and a truly hidden gem location, perfect for a quiet getaway. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and offer stunning sea views. The staff is exceptionally welcoming and friendly, going out of their way to ensure a great experience. The dining options are diverse and of very good quality, although slightly limited in Japanese dishes. The facilities are top-notch, providing everything needed for a relaxing stay.

Rooms

8.0

My room was at the rear and overlooked the roof of adjoining buildings; however, it was still comfortable, clean, and warm. The bed was amazing-comfy, and I could enjoy beautiful sunrise views.

Service

9.0

The staff at this hotel are simply stunning! They were attentive, welcoming, and very helpful, even charging our electric car and guiding us to a secluded beach. They welcomed us with open arms, taking us straight to the beautiful restaurant.

Location

9.0

The location is a hidden gem with stunning sea views. Although there's nowhere else close by, driving a few miles is worth it for this perfect spot.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was lovely, with a copious buffet offering whatever we wanted. The quality was excellent, with a great selection, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides great facilities for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Robert

United Kingdom, June 2023

9.2/10

The hotel offers stunning rooms overlooking the loch with beautiful sea views. The service is excellent and deserves five stars for its attention to detail and accommodating nature. The location is lovely, perfect for relaxing amidst amazing scenery, although there isn't much in the surrounding area. The dining experience is fantastic, with impeccable table service and delicious options.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are stunning, but they could benefit from having a shower curtain or cubicle.

Service

10.0

The staff are excellent and truly go above and beyond to ensure guests are well-taken care of.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is one of the cosiest I've seen, perfect for a special break amidst the unspoilt region of Scotland.

Dining

10.0

The dining experience was out of this world, with first-class service and plenty of delicious options.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers great facilities with fireplaces, beautiful views, and comfortable seating areas.

Jim

United Kingdom, May 2023

9.0/10

The hotel offers comfortable, spacious rooms with a fantastic loch view. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The location is incredibly beautiful, providing a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The dining experience is delightful, suited to various tastes. Overall, a charming seaside getaway worth the stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are large, very comfortable, and offer a fantastic view over the Kyles.

Service

9.0

The staff are equally welcoming, hospitable, and attentive, transforming the place into a charming seaside escape. They share plans for future redecoration and ensure guests are well-cared for.

Location

10.0

The location is superb, with great views of the water, making it one of the cosiest spots I've seen. The hotel exudes comfort with friendly staff, making it a place where you'd want to stay longer.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was really nice, with impeccable table service and options to suit individual tastes. The homemade preserves added a special touch to the meals.

Facilities

The facilities were top-notch, enhancing the overall stay experience.