Luxury Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks in Argyll & Bute
Planning a luxury holiday, short or weekend breaks in Argyll & Bute? Listed below are Britain's Finest places to stay, visit and eat in Argyll & Bute to help you plan luxury holidays, weekend breaks and short breaks.
The Colonsay (Small Hotel / Inn)
Scalasaig, Isle of Colonsay, Argyll & Bute
The nine bedrooms are all well appointed with two exceptional rooms, Ardskenish and Balnahard, which have great beds, fine Egyptian linen and contemporary styling. Both have... more
Martin Wishart at Loch Lomond (Restaurant)
Cameron House Hotel, Loch Lomond, Argyll & Bute
The extensive wine list means you can do the complex food justice by ordering a bottle of 1995 Corton Charlemagne or go for a more pocket... more
Cairnbaan Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Cairnbaan, Lochgilphead, Argyll & Bute
The twelve luxurious and traditional rooms are all individually designed and decorated, pretty and refined. A good restaurant specialises in the use of the finest local... more
Inveraray Castle & Garden (Historic House)
Argyll Estates Office, Cherry Park, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
On display are the famous Armoury Collection, French Tapestries that were made especially for the castle and fine examples of Scottish, English and European furniture. It... more
Machrie Golf Links (Golf Course)
Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll & Bute
The lack of bunkers is explained by the positioning of the greens, some are raised, some are in hollows. The weather can make Machrie totally unplayable,... more
Tiroran House (Hotel)
Tiroran, Isle of Mull, Argyll & Bute
It is a green, tranquil and leafy place, in contrast to the island's rugged grandeur and wild landscape. Most of the beautiful bedrooms command stunning views... more
Barcaldine House Hotel (Hotel)
Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
Experience an outstanding restaurant, recently awarded two AA Rosettes, creating imaginative and outstanding Scottish cuisine, using the finest locally sourced ingredients. Barcaldine House makes an exceptionally... more
The Galley of Lorne Inn (Small Hotel / Inn)
Ardfern, Oban, Argyll & Bute
After a full days adventure, relax by the roaring log fire perhaps with a fine wine, whisky or real ale whilst contemplating whether to have the... more
The Airds Hotel & Restaurant (Restaurant)
Port Appin, Appin, Argyll & Bute
Paul, awarded Scottish National Hotel Chef of the Year 2009, marries breast of squab pigeon with foie gras while roasted turbot is given a sesame crust... more
The Creggans Inn (Small Hotel / Inn)
Loch Fyne, Cairndow, Argyll & Bute
The hotel boasts two dining options; MacPhunn’s Bar & Restaurant where you can enjoy an extensive bistro style menu or for an extra special dining experience,... more
Knipoch House Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Oban, Argyll & Bute
All twenty two bedrooms are ensuite and are furnished and decorated in keeping with the age of the building. The Dining Room serves an array of... more
An Cala (Garden)
Isle of Seil, Argyll & Bute
There is colourful planting throughout - Poulsen roses, Japanese cherry trees, Ghent azaleas and escallonia hedges are just some of the original plants that have survived... more
Kirnan House (Bed & Breakfast)
Kilmichael Glen, Lochgilphead, Argyll & Bute
There are extensive formal gardens to explore and excellent restaurants and pubs nearby. Kirnan also has 5 miles of salmon fishing... more
Auchindrain Highland Farm Township (Attraction / Activity)
auchindrain-highland-farm-township, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
When Queen Victoria visited Auchindrain in 1875, it was to be shown 'the primitive village'. By the time the last tenant retired in 1962, Auchindrain was... more
Machrihanish Golf Club (Golf Course)
Campbeltown, Argyll & Bute
The course is 6,225 yards in total and features eight par fours and just one par three on the inward nine with two par fives just... more
Loch Melfort Hotel & Restaurant (Hotel)
Arduaine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
All bedrooms are well furnished in the main house and the Cedar Wing with every room commanding magnificent views of the sea and islands. Those in... more
The Hill House (Historic House)
Upper Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute
Most of the furniture and all the interior fittings and decorative schemes are also by Mackintosh. Displays include work of new designers, demonstration of the effects... more
The Scottish Sealife Sanctuary (Attraction / Activity)
Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
Hand feed some of the sharks or rays or hold some starfish or crabs. Always present are the two resident seals - Lorne and Gigha who... more
Killoran House (Small Hotel / Inn)
Dervaig, Isle of Mull, Argyll & Bute
All six bedrooms are en suite and provide an extremely comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. There is a real passion for food at Killoran House, wherever and... more
Achnacloich (Garden)
Connel, Oban, Argyll & Bute
Serious planting began in 1952, with rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias, a growing eucryphia collection and varieties of trees and shrubs - many from the Southern hemisphere. Best... more
Taychreggan Hotel (Hotel)
Loch Awe, Kilchrenan, Argyll & Bute
Taychreggan sits in 40 acres of gardens and woodland on the banks of Loch Awe and has a knowledgeable staff are on hand to help plan... more
The Royal an Lochan (Restaurant)
Shore Road, Tighnabruaich, Argyll & Bute
The seafood menu offers the freshest sea bounty cooked simply to maximise its innate flavour – think langoustines with aioli and crusty bread and oysters on... more
Loch Lomond Sea Life Centre (Attraction / Activity)
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch, Argyll & Bute
Prepare for astonishing close views of everything from humble starfish to mighty sharks, all in displays which carefully recreate their natural habitats... more
Arduaine Garden (Garden)
Arduaine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
The rhododendrons bring enthusiasts from far and wide, and azaleas, magnolias and many other shrubs fill the garden with scent and colour. Blue Tibetan poppies, giant... more
Roineabhal Country House (Bed & Breakfast)
Kilchrenan, Taynuilt, Argyll & Bute
Ideal for walking and fishing. Wonderful views of Ben Cruachan (our local Munro)... more
Loch Lomond Golf Club (Golf Course)
Rossdhu HouseLuss, Alexandria, Argyll & Bute
Only seen by the public when the Scottish Open is on television. Each hole is varied and immensely challenging, the loch and the towering Ben Lomond... more
Barcaldine House (Restaurant)
Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
There's assured modern takes on French classics such as rabbit and foie gras terrine with Sauterne jelly and you can't visit Scotland without trying the beef,... more
Ardtornish Estate (Self Catering)
Morvern, Oban, Argyll & Bute
The estate itself also has suitable facilities for weddings, parties and business functions, thanks to a skilful catering team and extensive grounds and interiors... more
Rowan House (Bed & Breakfast)
Carrick Castle, Loch Goil, Lochgoilhead, Argyll & Bute
Enjoy a hearty full Scottish breakfast or continental. Evening meals are available on request... more
Crarae Gardens (Garden)
Crarae, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
The garden was created in 1912 and includes a National Collection of Nothofagus, or southern beech, as well as superb examples of acer, sorbus, eucryphia and... more
The Kilberry Inn (Restaurant)
Kilberry, Argyll & Bute
The food is modern Scottish with classical European flourishes, with a real emphasis on top-notch local produce. West coast suppliers include black-faced lamb, highland and shorthorn... more
Achamore Gardens (Garden)
Isle of Gigha, Argyll & Bute
The present compartment woodland layout was created by Col Horlick and his assistant Kitty Lloyd Jones. These woodland compartments give a backdrop to allow the vast... more
The Westward Restaurant (Restaurant)
Crinan Hotel, Crinan by Lochgilphead, Argyll & Bute
The hotel’s Westward Restaurant boasts views over Jura, Scarba and the mountains of Mull and looks out across Loch Crinan – giving a visual context to... more
Isle of Eriska Hotel, Spa & Golf (Restaurant)
BenderlochEriska, Oban, Argyll & Bute
Lauded chef Robert MacPherson has been cooking at the hotel for a decade and creates imaginative dishes using local produce (some from his kitchen garden) with... more
The Cameron Grill (Restaurant)
Cameron House, Loch Lomond, Argyll & Bute
The restaurant now boasts an ecologically friendly open kitchen and glass fronted butchery room so you can see exactly where your 28 day dry aged Buccleuch... more
Fascadail House (Bed & Breakfast)
Church Road, Arrochar, Argyll & Bute
We have 5 individually planned en-suite rooms making each one different and therefore we are able to offer you a choice of accommodation. Recently decorated in... more
Barcaldine House Cottages (Self Catering)
Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
Though set up as self-catering accommodation, those staying in the cottages are allowed full access to the hotel's facilities, including the bar and restaurant. Weddings are... more
Crinan Hotel (Hotel)
Crinan by Lochgilphead, Argyll & Bute
Crinan Hotel promises a dining experience you will not find elsewhere, serving the best of Scottish seafood from a team of expert chefs and caterers. A... more
Mount Stuart Gardens (Garden)
Isle of Bute, Argyll & Bute
He also designed the exquisite Rock Garden to the front of the house. The 20th century witnessed further developments, including the replanting of the Rock Garden... more
Clan Donald Skye - Attraction (Attraction / Activity)
Clan Donald Skye, Armadale, Sleat, Argyll & Bute
In 1815, the mansion house was extended to form Armadale Castle, designed by architect James Gillespie Graham... more
Benmore Botanic Garden (Garden)
Dunoon, Argyll & Bute
Home to over 400 species, it cultivates some of the finest Himalayan rhododendrons from the familiar to the rare. Visit the magnificently restored Victorian Fernery... more
Inveraray Jail (Attraction / Activity)
Church Square, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
Also, join the UK's top ghost hunters in ghost hunting nights and paranormal investigations. A superb visitor attraction with interest and excitement for all ages, Inveraray... more
Alt na Craig House (Bed & Breakfast)
Glenmore Road, Oban, Argyll & Bute
Each room has been lovingly refurbished to enhance its original character with lovely carpets, furnishings, designer colour schemes and fabrics. All of our beds are high... more
The Carrick Spa (Spa)
Cameron House, Loch Lomond, Argyll & Bute
The Carrick Spa includes 17 treatment rooms, a selection of hydro pools and thermal treatments and a roof top infinity pool... more
The Old House (Self Catering)
Arichastlich, Glen Orchy, Argyll & Bute
Conservation has been practised passionately in the area, meaning that visitors can enjoy much wildlife and fauna while relaxing in a tranquil atmosphere overlooking the River... more
Argyll Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Isle of Iona, Argyll & Bute
The sixteen bedrooms, bar one small double, are en-suite with plenty of piping hot water to hand, soaps, shampoos and bath-oils from the island of Coll.... more
Ardkinglas Woodland Garden (Garden)
Cairndow, Argyll & Bute
There is a Woodland Lochan and gazebo with a unique `Scriptorium´, somewhere to sit and enjoy the view whilst contemplating the quotes. The garden is of... more
Airds Hotel & Restaurant (Hotel)
Port Appin, Appin, Argyll & Bute
The eleven bedrooms are individually decorated with designer fabrics and wallpapers from such labels as Jane Churchill, Zoffany and Colefax and Fowler. The restaurant has consistently... more
The Oban Caledonian Hotel (Hotel)
Station Square, Oban, Argyll & Bute
The hotel boasts fifty nine bedrooms many with fine views over Oban Bay to the mountains of Mull and Ardgour. An ideal venue for weddings, business... more
Dunans Castle Woodland Garden (Garden)
Glendaruel, Argyll & Bute
The garden includes a ravine walk through ancient woodland, a marshland boardwalk through a wildflower meadow, an excellent collection of exotic rhododendron and azalea and big... more