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Western Isles Hotel

3.0 of 5
Strongarbh, Tobermory PA75 6PR, Scotland
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Western Isles Hotel
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Lancs
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11 reviews 11 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

We stayed for 2 nights in early June as part of a tour of the Highlands and Islands. This hotel certainly has an amazing location, and the views are some of the best anywhere. We ate breakfast and dinner at the hotel on both days and the food was very good - particularly the breakfasts. We were less impressed with... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
18 June 2013

Dear AnnieC226 Thank you for your kind words. I'm sorry you didn't enjoy your room but am very pleased that everything else seemed to make up for the disappointment Very best wishes Richard More

Markfield, Leics
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Went to this restaurant with friends,to celebrate my 50th birthday. We travelled from Leicestershire and were looking for a special evening, the lady at the front desk barely acknowledged us upon our arrival, looking very stressed and red faced. She showed us to our table in the conservatory. The young waiter who brought the food was either extremely shy or... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Dear FargoMarkfieldLeic I'd like to start by apologising for any disappointment you had when you visited. Obviously we are also very disappointed to receive such a hostile review, You review does beg the question: if it was so bad, why didn't you say anything at the time? The review has been left anonymously and we have no record of any... More

Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

My wife and I were married in the Western Isles Hotel on 26th May 2013 in the Dining room, and had our wedding breakfast in the conservatory. I have to say everything about our experience was perfect. 18 months previously we had been considering a number of places to marry on the Isle of Mull, a place very close to... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear WizWilson Thank you so much for taking the time and trouble to write such a positive and comprehensive review. It was a wonderful weekend, made also by the great group of friends and relatives who shared the big day with you. We're so pleased that we were able to make the celebrations meet everyone's expectations. If you've a great... More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

I stayed at the Western Isles Hotel in October 2012 and, although the weather wasn't very kind to us, we enjoyed sitting in front of the fireplace, sipping a nice cup of tea. The lounge is very inviting with a large fire place and several sofas placed in the whole room. We purchased a special deal for two nights, including... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Dana_Ross2010 Thank you so much for your terrific review. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay and that you were happy with the resolution to the issues you experienced. Very best wishes Richard More

Bonnybridge, Scotland
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31 reviews 31 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Took my American friends to Mull for a short overnight trip. I had never been before so had picked this hotel from Trip advisor comments. We were all very pleased with the hotel, and would happily stay again. It may not be the Ritz, but it has plenty of charm (and squeaky floorboards). We had 2 rooms, one with sea... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Dear MargoJane Thank you for taking the time and trouble to leave such a great review. It really is appreciated by all the staff. We hope you get the opportunity to return Very best wishes Richard More

Glastonbury, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Lovely hotel sea view room had magnificent views. Lovely rooms great food thoroughly recommend this hotel f you are visiting Tobermory. Friendly staff lovely grounds . Our sea view room had a high sided bath which had to be stepped over to get in overhead shower. Perhaps not so good if physically less able. Maybe a step would help.

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Dear IreneD222 Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Its great that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to welcome you back soon Very best wishes Richard More

Inchture, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

Fantastic views from bedroom over Tobermory Bay. Friendly and very helpful female receptionist. Breakfast choice good. Bed comfotable. Bedroom required a bit more sound proofing, from feet above, sounded like they could not sit still, tramping back and forwards at all hours, with a squeeky floor board accompaniment. Through the wall of the adjacent room, voices, burps and groans like... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Dear Wsdd Thank you for all your complements which are much appreciated. I'm sorry you experienced undue noise - the hotel was built in 1883 and the walls are very thick so its quite unusual for any noise other than creaking floorboards to reach other guests Best regards Richard More

Scotland
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41 reviews 41 reviews
38 hotel reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Our first impressions were not good before we arrived. We had booked a room with a sea view through family but on finding out the total B&B rate (which was quoted as a special deal at three nights for the price of two) we phoned to query this. Our call was returned by a manager whose tone was quite unpleasant... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
30 May 2013

Dear AaaandEeee You have clearly taken some time and trouble to leave a review, but it is difficult to respond to some of your points as you have chosen to remain anonymous. You also didn't contact me during your stay, so we were unable to respond appropriately to your points three months ago while you were here. We take great... More

Glendale, California
Top Contributor
127 reviews 127 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Western Isles Hotel is reminiscent of an old manor house. There are several flights with no lift. But the rooms are spacious and one can request a view of Tobermory Bay. We were impressed with the staff, who all work together to make the guests' stay a comfortable and pleasant one. We very much enjoyed the breakfast offerings served in... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
30 May 2013

Dear tbmegowan Thank you so much for taking the time and trouble to leave a review. Its particularly pleasing that you appreciated the hard work of all the staff. Very best wishes Richard More

Stratford
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29 reviews 29 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

Very lovely old hotel overlooking Tobermory bay. Room was spacious and nicely furnished. Comfortable bed and plenty of room for luggage and relaxation. Dining room and bar were well appointed . The one dining room/bar was in a lovely glass atrium. Certainly a good base for touring charming Tobermory and area. Breakfast offered plenty of good choices. When we were... More

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RichardNealon, Owner at Western Isles Hotel, responded to this review
30 May 2013

Dear Auly Thank you so much for your fantastic review. It looks as if you might have had a bit of a wait at breakfast time - thank you for pointing it out, and please accept my apologies. I do hope you get the opportunity to return soon Very best wishes Richard More

 
 
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  • Dining room(10)
  • Very good(9)
  • Great value(5)
  • Sea view(3)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)

Additional Information about Western Isles Hotel

Address: Strongarbh, Tobermory PA75 6PR, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > The Hebrides > Isle of Mull > Tobermory
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Tobermory
Price range (per night): RM351 - 695
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Enjoy stunning views over Tobermory Harbour or across the bay and out to the Sound of Mull. This charming hotel returned to private ownership in September 2008, and is now undergoing a slow transformation back to its former glory. If excellent food, friendly service and a great atmosphere are what you're looking for, then the Western Isles is for you. ... more   less 
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