Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has 2 bars/lounges and a library. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and a fireplace at reception.
Glenisle Hotel offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
The free breakfast at Glenisle Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Holding POI for Lamlash. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 bars.
Free full breakfast served daily
Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
Free self-parking
Enjoy a beachfront location while dining at Glenisle Bistro
Amenities include a terrace, library and a fireplace at reception
Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the overall condition of the property
Just a 2-minute drive from Holding POI for Lamlash and 5 minutes from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.
A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Glenisle Hotel. Self parking is free.
This 3-star Isle of Arran hotel is smoke free.
Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Glenisle Bistro – This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
2 bars/lounges
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Glenisle Bistro
Things to do
Library
TV in common areas
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
On the bay
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
1 building
3 floors
Built in 1760
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Desk
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Glenisle Hotel
Glenisle Hotel Isle of Arran
Glenisle Isle of Arran
Glenisle
Glenisle Hotel Hotel
Glenisle Hotel Isle of Arran
Glenisle Hotel Hotel Isle of Arran
Glenisle Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 374 out of 553 reviews
10 - Excellent
374
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 553 reviews
8 - Good
131
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 553 reviews
6 - Okay
25
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 553 reviews
4 - Poor
15
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 553 reviews
2 - Terrible
8
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Julie
Travelled with partner
4 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed one night. A small room but clean. We sat in the garden for a drink. Breakfast was good, we did not eat in the restaurant for our evening meal. Excellent position and we enjoyed a sunny afternoon so a bonus.
Booked last minute due to the ferries being cancelled following day. Lovely cosy wee hotel. Dinner was lovely, the room was small but really nice. Staff friendly. Breakfast was lovely and the place had a lovely chilled atmosphere. Would come again
Pauline
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ibrar
30 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were brilliant. Hotel was in a great location and had an excellent restaurant.
Lovely hotel. Room was clean and comfortable. Food was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful. Hotel had a great atmosphere. Only thing I would suggest is a shelf in the shower for shampoo e.c.t. Other than this perfect stay and would definitely return
Linda
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
4/10 Poor
Wilma
19 May 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was here for my husband's 70th Birthday. Had a meal here the night we arrived which wasn't great. Soggy battered fish and greasy chips. The baked alaska was a let down too, the icecream and sponge was so frozen I couldn't get my spoon into it as the meringue had just been done with the gun and not in the oven.
Breakfast not that great either.
The room was on the top floor, absolutely roasting and airless - tbf the weather was very hot so could be forgiven. The drain in the shower room was smelly so had to keep the door closed. There was a problem with the power to the room so we had no tv, nowhere to charge phones or make a cup of tea and no way to dry my hair so couldn't wash it. Again that wasn't the hotel's fault, just unfortunate but definitely not ideal. On the plus side the staff were all lovely
We had the premier suite on the second floor overlooking Holy Isle Well worth every penny and the climb up the stairs.
Weather was superb allowing us to enjoy the gatden and the Tiki bar to the full.
Staff all pleasant, happy, smiley and efficient.
Scottish hospitality at its best.
I finally went back to Arran after 24 years and this hotel, the staff and the locals made my trip one of the best I’ve experienced. Travelling solo with a baby was always going to be tricky but they all made our lives so easy and comfortable. I’ve never experienced customer service like I did here, they really are amazing! Already planning to come back in a few months.
Fabulous location overlooking the sea; wonderful views of the coast and hillsides from the room we were given ; very helpful and efficient staff, including advice on buying goods made on Arran; tasty food including great seafood selection.
Looking out towards Holy Isle, this small hotel is a lovely place to stay when visiting Arran.
Staff were friendly and very helpful, food was excellent. The garden was perfect to relax in after a hilly round of golf! Highly recommended
Room was lovely, great view from hotel, a little unfortunate that room was above smoking area so room smelt a little bit in the evening. Staff were kind apart from one who we unfortunately had to deal with at dinner and at check out.