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Ben Cruachan inn

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Dalmally with a restaurant and a bar

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Ben Cruachan Inn is an eco-friendly retreat with genuine character in a picturesque setting. The restaurant offers local flavors, and the garden terrace is perfect for unwinding. Guests love the helpful staff, in-room WiFi, and welcoming bar for evening drinks.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

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Ben Cruachan inn, Dalmally, Scotland, PA33 1AQ

What's nearby

  • Loch Awe - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St Conan's Kirk - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Oban Distillery - 33 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 33 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Loch Lomond - 43 min drive - 57.1 km

Getting around

  • Loch Awe Station - 1 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ben Cruchan Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kilkrennan Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ben Cruachan Inn - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Portsonachan Hotel - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Ben Cruachan inn

Upscale guesthouse
At Ben Cruachan inn, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ben Cruachan inn boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 19-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Ben Cruachan inn Dalmally
Ben Cruachan Dalmally
Ben Cruachan inn Dalmally
Ben Cruachan inn Guesthouse
Ben Cruachan inn Guesthouse Dalmally

Frequently asked questions

Is Ben Cruachan inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Ben Cruachan inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ben Cruachan inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ben Cruachan inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ben Cruachan inn located?

Situated in Dalmally, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Loch Awe and St Conan's Kirk. Kilchurn Castle is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. Loch Awe Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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Reviews

Ben Cruachan inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MoragAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay, and we will definitely be returning for a longer stay soon!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, great food, fantastic people.

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff with easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, good food, well maintained, cute location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, excellent shower, nice restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, amazing food. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic stay. The hotel staff were extremely helpful and gave us good recommendations of places to visit. Very happy with the food and our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Avi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for a night with some friends. Staff was very friendly and welcoming and the rooms were nice and comfortable and clean. Parking was ample. Would certainly recommend you stay here if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Superb, great location and a quality over night stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable , ideal for an overnight stay, breakfast a little expensive though
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable inn with a terrific menu and five stars really doesn’t begin to do the stuff justice. Incredibly nice people! We had a brilliant time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located for various excursions. Lovely sights to see. Accommodation clean, spacious and staff helpful and friendly. Food excellent and service prompt and dining and bar area well designed and set up. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay, peaceful and quiet. Staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. Would have liked to see a little more variety on the menu, however food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely self catering room- exactly what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views are stunning, and a good base to visit orher areas. There is a station clsoe by as well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

We had a lovey mini break, the place was perfect for our hiking plans around the area. The staff were very friendly and helpful, really nice Cosey bar with a big fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great food. Excellent selection of whisky with staff on hand to lend a guiding hand. Room was very nice but bed could have been a bit more comfortable but still a very pleasant stay. Would recommend to anybody looking for a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get family trip!

Lovely views, excellent service and clean space. The food was fantastic and we can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best staff

Fantastic place and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and friendly. It was a quaint inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a garden room for our stay. It was immaculate, cosy and handy with the kitchen area. Woukd def recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from my room was just simply amazing!!.....the room was also well equipped and clean, also not forgetting the staff who was super friendly and helpful when checking us in. I would definitely like to come back a second time when i am around the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay. Gorgeous views and great dinner. Our checkin agent was also our bartender. He was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very imaginative menu and good value for money. Very friendly and helpful staff. Modern building - very attractive. Simple room with all I needed. Great location. Thoroughly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024