Islay Island

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Another Place, The Machrie
Another Place, The Machrie
4 out of 5
The Machrie Hotel & Golf LInks, Islay Island, Scotland
The price is S$390 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$390
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Islay Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions An Tràigh and Kilnaughton Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (154 reviews)
A beautiful place
"A wonderful hotel with a fabulous staff and a masterful bartender. The only amenity we didn’t take advantage of was golf and we loved every moment"

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Another Place, The Machrie
Islay House
Islay House
3 out of 5
Islay House, Bridgend, Islay Island, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$161 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
S$161
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Islay Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Islay Ales and Bowmore Distillery are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (108 reviews)
"Very welcoming and friendly staff working hard to ensure all guests are happy."

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Islay House
The Island Bear B&B
The Island Bear B&B
3 out of 5
SHORE STREET, Islay Island, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Islay Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Bowmore Distillery and Islay Ales are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Fiona and Duncan is friendly and helpful and provided a great breakfast every morning. The hotel was quiet and conveniently located a street from the ocean and and across the road from the Bowmore distillery with good restaurants nearby. Very comfortable beds and clean facilities."

Reviewed on 15 May, 2025

The Island Bear B&B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Unique House in an Idyllic Situation on a Beach
Unique House in an Idyllic Situation on a Beach
2 out of 5
Islay Island
Stay at this residence in Islay Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions White Hart Beach and Ardmore Islands are located ...
Unique House in an Idyllic Situation on a Beach
Port Charlotte Holidays
Port Charlotte Holidays
4 out of 5
15 School Street, Port Charlotte, Islay Island, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Islay Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Wildlife Information Centre and Islay Natural History ...
"We had a great relaxing time staying a this Port Charlotte holiday rental. We were comfortable and it was nice to spread out in the multiple bedrooms and living areas. We took the opportunity to visit the town for meals and even a little live traditional music, and enjoyed waking the path along the ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sep, 2024

Port Charlotte Holidays
Quaint and Quirky Coastal Cottage Islay
Quaint and Quirky Coastal Cottage Islay
3.5 out of 5
Islay Island
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Islay Island. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Kilnaughton Beach and White Hart ...
Quaint and Quirky Coastal Cottage Islay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Islay Island

4.6
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 64%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A lovely Island to drive around and easy access for visiting Jura too. Beautiful views especially when the weather is good.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

OK as a one off, one visit was enough,

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

For every whiskey vet and novice plus lovely wildlife and walks.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very friendly locals,scenery is spectacular.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We love Islay! The locals are simply the most friendly people you will ever encounter. The beaches are gorgeous. Each part of the island is different and Portnahaven is well worth a visit too.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Absolutely breathtaking