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Colonsay Hotel, Scalasaig (Isle of Colonsay)
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Free Wifi
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Private Car Park
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Pets Allowed
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Family Friendly
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Public Transport Nearby
The stylish Colonsay Hotel on the Inner Hebrides of Scotland offers a chic escape with a cheerful and vibrant atmosphere throughout your stay. The staff provide a level of personal service that makes guests feel truly valued.
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Free Wifi
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Private Car Park
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Pets Allowed
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Family Friendly
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Public Transport Nearby
Number of Bedrooms: 9
Parking Spaces: 15
Steps into Hotel: 0
Check In Time: 3pm
Check Out Time: 10am
The Colonsay Hotel is located on the scenic Isle of Colonsay, part of Scotland's Inner Hebrides. Nestled on a hillside overlooking the harbour, this traditional hotel offers stunning views of the sea and the nearby Isle of Jura. Originally constructed in 1750 as an inn for locals and the occasional visitor, its exterior has remained largely unchanged, while the interior has been updated with modern décor, blending history with contemporary style.
The Colonsay Hotel offers nine bedrooms, each simply yet comfortably furnished. Some rooms feature spacious bathrooms, while others have compact shower rooms. Pigs Paradise includes a double bedroom, a bathroom, and an interconnecting bedroom/sitting room. The Ardskenish and Balnahard rooms stand out for their exceptional comfort, with luxurious beds, fine Egyptian linen, and modern décor. The superior room, Cable Bay, can be configured as a king or twin room. All the rooms boast stunning sea views.
The Colonsay Hotel's relaxed and informal restaurant offers harbour views, a wood-burning stove, and tables set with white linen. Start your day with a delicious full Colonsay breakfast and for lunch or dinner, choose from a varied menu featuring freshly prepared dishes, from local fish and hand-cut chips to mouth-watering fresh gnocchi. Whether in the bar, log room, conservatory, or restaurant, the cozy ambiance—complete with wood-burning stoves, painted floorboards, and deep sofas—provides the perfect spot to unwind.
The Colonsay Hotel offers great late deals and special offers on short breaks throughout the year.
Bedrooms
TV Tea/Coffee Iron/Board Toiletries Hairdryer Wifi Family Room for 4The Colonsay Hotel features nine bedrooms, all simply yet comfortably furnished. Some offer spacious bathrooms, while others have smaller shower rooms.
Pigs Paradise comprises a double bedroom, a bathroom, and an interconnecting bedroom/sitting room.
The Ardskenish and Balnahard rooms are particularly noteworthy for their comfort, with plush beds, high-quality Egyptian linens, and stylish modern décor.
The superior room, Cable Bay, can be arranged as either a king or twin room.
Every room offers breathtaking views of the sea.
Bar & Restaurant
The Colonsay Hotel's laid-back restaurant offers stunning harbour views, a cozy wood-burning stove, and tables dressed with white linens.
Begin your day with a hearty full Colonsay breakfast and for lunch or dinner, explore a diverse menu of freshly made dishes, from local fish and hand-cut chips to delicious fresh gnocchi.
Whether you're in the bar, log room, conservatory, or restaurant, the warm atmosphere—enhanced by wood-burning stoves, painted floors, and plush sofas—creates the ideal space to relax
Breakfast served between 8 AM – 10 AM
Lunch served between 12 PM – 2 PM.
Bar opens daily at 12 PM until late.
Dinner is served between 5PM – 8:30 PM.
Directions to the Colonsay Hotel in Scalasaig (Isle of Colonsay)
From Glasgow or Edinburgh travel to Oban and then take the ferry from Oban to Colonsay.
Drive or take a train to Oban. From Glasgow, the drive takes about 2.5 hours. The train journey is approximately 3.5 hours.
Ferry from Oban to Colonsay:
Take a Caledonian MacBrayne ferry from Oban to Colonsay. The ferry ride typically takes around 2 to 2.5 hours. Make sure to check the ferry schedule for specific departure times.
Arriving in Scalasaig:
Once you arrive at the Colonsay ferry terminal, Scalasaig is only a short distance away (about 1 mile or 1.6 kilometers). You can walk or take a local taxi to the hotel.
Walking Directions:
If you choose to walk from the ferry terminal to the hotel - Head southeast towards the main road (A837). Follow the signs to Scalasaig, where the Colonsay hotel is located.
Hotel Notice Board
Free Wifi is provided in the downstairs rooms.
Dog Friendly
One well-behaved dog is welcome in selected Classic Double/Twin rooms. Dogs are charged at £30.00 per stay, please contact MyHotelBreak to arrange a dog friendly room
Walking Nature Reserves Cycling Fishing ClimbingThings to see and do while staying at the Colonsay Hotel
Colonsay attracts visitors with its peaceful ambiance and unspoiled natural beauty. Though one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Hebrides, it boasts a wealth of natural attractions, including expansive sandy beaches and breathtaking sea and island vistas.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find ample opportunities for activities such as walking, cycling, golfing, and wildlife watching. The island is also rich in history and heritage, with numerous sites ready to be explored and uncovered.
Colonsay Hotel is a great base from which to explore the surrounding area including:
- Kiloran Bay
- Climb the 22 MacPhies
- Carnon Eoin High Point
- Colonsay Golf Course
- Discover the Beaches - Balnahard Bay | Kiloran Bay |The Strand | Cable Bay | Tobar Fuar | Traigh nam Barc
- Cycle the Island Circuit
- Colonsay Whale Sculpture