Isle Of Eriska
Scottish baronial country house meets modern luxury resort. Proper old-world architecture — turrets and all — but the interiors are warm and contemporary, not stuffy. The island setting does the heavy lifting atmospherically. Expect roaring fires, wildlife encounters, and the kind of quiet that people from cities have forgotten exists.
Book the Hilltop Reserve lodges for the best views — they sit above the main house looking out over Loch Linnhe and the island of Lismore, and each has its own hot tub
Why It Matters
The only five-star hotel in Scotland on its own private island, accessible only by a single small bridge. 365 acres of private land, Stables Spa using ishga seaweed products, two restaurants (one open seasonally with panoramic loch views), and a remarkable breadth of activities from falconry to yacht charter from a private pier. Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and listed on Tablet Hotels.
Scotland's only five-star hotel sitting on its own private island, the Isle of Eriska is reached not by ferry or seaplane but by a short drive over a small bridge from the Argyll mainland — a genuinely unexpected detail that makes the whole thing feel more like a secret. The island covers 365 acres of loch-fringed wilderness, and the centrepiece is a grand Scottish baronial house full of warm contemporary interiors, with spa suites, garden cottages, and hilltop lodges fanning out across the grounds. It is genuinely self-contained: two restaurants, a spa in the former stables, a 17-metre pool, and an activities menu that runs from axe-throwing to beekeeping to whisky tasting.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Arnott's House
From GBP960 / nightA separate house on the island estate, sleeping 6 guests — the right choice for a larger family or group wanting their own front door. Breakfast is served in the main restaurant. Priced per night for the whole house on a B&B basis.
Deluxe Double
From GBP530 / nightLarger rooms in the main house offering enhanced views and upgraded furnishings. More space than the standard category, still with the authentic baronial character of the building. Individually styled with warm contemporary interiors and the finest fabrics.
Deluxe Tower Room
From GBP530 / nightSituated in the hotel's signature tower, with unparalleled panoramic views over the grounds and the surrounding lochs. A genuinely special room within the main house — the tower position means the views are wider and the sense of occasion is higher.
Garden Cottage
From GBP900 / nightTwo-bedroom cottages set in the island gardens, ideal for families or two couples travelling together. A proper self-contained home-away-from-home with living space, kitchenette, wet bar, fireplace, and outdoor space. Guests retain full access to all hotel facilities.
Garden Suite
From GBP540 / nightLocated in the hotel gardens, a short walk from the main house, these suites offer privacy and a strong connection to the island landscape. Self-contained with their own entrance and outdoor space.
Hilltop Reserve
From GBP630 / nightSix individual lodges spread across the hill above the main house, with some of the best views on the island — looking out over Loch Linnhe and across to the island of Lismore. Each has its own private hot tub. Self-catering option available at £350/night with a 3-night minimum; otherwise bookable on a B&B basis.
Junior Suite
From GBP575 / nightPrime position in the main house overlooking the gardens. More living space than the standard and deluxe rooms, with a sitting area and upgraded bath amenities. Good for guests who want a bit more room without going to a full self-contained cottage.
Spa Cottage
From GBP935 / nightThe top self-catering option on the island: two-bedroom cottages positioned near the Stables Spa, with all the features of the Garden Cottages plus enhanced spa proximity. Ideal for a group or family wanting maximum space and privacy on the island.
Spa Suite
From GBP585 / nightSet in the gardens near the Stables Spa, these five suites each come with their own private outdoor hot tub. Perfect for guests who want to combine a spa-focused stay with serious privacy. Self-contained with all the standard luxury amenities.
Standard Double
From GBP410 / nightLocated in the historic main house, these rooms blend the building's original Victorian character with modern amenities. Individually designed to reflect the varying shapes and sizes of the baronial house — so no two are identical. King beds, deep-soaking tubs, and garden or grounds views.
Victorian Junior Suite
From GBP585 / nightOld-world luxury with modern indulgence — this suite leans into the Victorian character of the building more fully than other room types. Ornate detailing, generous proportions, and a distinctly baronial feel balanced with contemporary comforts.
The Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Recurve bow archery on the hotel lawn, taught by a highly skilled on-site archer. Suitable for beginners and experienced alike.
Scottish Highland-style axe throwing at a wooden bullseye target. Light enough to throw one-handed.
Coached clay shooting with a highly qualified instructor, using Beretta over-and-under shotguns and Promatic traps. Technique and safe gun handling covered.
Trails across the island for all abilities. Bring your own bike or hire one on-site at £20/day.
Tour of the hotel's on-site apiary with Master Bee Farmer Steve. The hive is opened to show the colony at work, the queen is identified, and fresh honey tasted straight from the hive. Beesuits and gloves provided.
Handle and fly hawks through the hotel grounds with an experienced falconry team. Also available as a comprehensive interactive display of birds of prey for groups.
A full croquet lawn with equipment available on the island grounds. Casual and social, suited to all ages.
Available spring and summer: connect four, boules, Jenga, putting green, skittles, and chess. Equipment from the Games House.
Scottish craft gin tasting with handcrafted cocktails. Classic (3 gins + cocktail, 1hr, £70), Premium (£80), Luxury (welcome cocktail + 3 gins + cocktail, 90 mins, £90), and Scottish Spirits (3 whiskies + 2 gins + cocktail, 2hrs, £130) options.
Private tasting sessions with a local master distiller. Classic (4 whiskies, 1hr, £70), Premium (4 premium whiskies, 1hr, £80), and Luxury (5 whiskies, 90 mins, £100) tiers available.
Guided or self-guided walks across the 365-acre island. Otters, golden eagles, and abundant flora. Walks tailored to individual requirements.
Full-day guided photography experience in Glencoe, working across 7 locations with a private tuition photography guide. Focused on landscape and wildlife photography.
A 150-yard rough driving range plus practice short game pitching area. Clubs available for hire including left-handed options. £10 for 40 balls or £20 for 80 balls (includes basic club hire).
Scenic flights from Oban Airport over the Highland coastline and islands, operated by Hebridean Air.
Departing from Oban, guided kayaking to sheltered shores or wild tidal races. Wildlife from otters to whales and sea eagles. All abilities welcome, via local provider Sea Kayak Oban.
Departing from the hotel's private pier, explore Scotland's west coast by boat — bays and islands unreachable by road, golden eagles, seals, and basking sharks. Full circumnavigation of Mull visiting Fingal's Cave and Tobermory available.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Full island buyout available: 16 main house rooms, 5 spa suites, 2 garden cottages, and 6 hilltop reserves — up to 62 guests. £23,000/night B&B (Apr–Oct); £17,250/night B&B (Nov–Mar). 2-night minimum in peak season.
Fully equipped gymnasium with views out over the loch.
Available for purchase via Vouch For That (third-party gift voucher platform linked from the hotel website).
Garden path connecting the main house to the Stables Spa, with spa-adjacent suites and cottages set among the island's gardens.
Dogs welcome in all bedrooms at £20 per dog per night. Dogs must not be left unattended, must be in a travel cage if left in the room, and are not permitted in public areas of the hotel. Special meals can be arranged.
17-metre heated pool in the leisure building, open 8am–7pm. £10/room/day for hotel guests; non-residents welcome (£15pp adults, £7.50 ages 5–16, free under 5) with booking.
Multi-sport indoor facility offering tennis, squash, basketball, table tennis, badminton, boules, and football. £10/hour session. Island Sports Manager available for games.
On-site parking within the private island grounds.
A private pier a 5-minute walk from the main house, used for yacht charters and boat trips along Scotland's west coast.
Full thermal suite adjacent to the swimming pool.
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