Balmacara, Kyle of Lochalsh, IV40 8DH, United Kingdom
#2 of 5 hotels in Kyle of Lochalsh
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1125 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Staff
8.8
Value for money
7.4
Free WiFi
6.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 April 2024
Ilona
FranceThe bedrooms are not very soundproofed
Everything was nice ! Whether it was the room, the breakfast or the staff ! The staff watches for everyone’s best and are very professional !
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Amit
IndiaLoved the location. On the road, not far from Eilean Donan Castle and the Skye bridge. Enough parking and nice and clean property. Highlight was the lake and mountain view in front of the hotel. Staff was nice and accommodating. I had asked for lake view room but didn't get it. That was the only downside.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Priya
IndiaThe view to natural beauty wasn't clear.
I could use the netflix and other ott platforms in TV.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Lynne
United KingdomVery limited menu for evening meal, especially for vegetarians
Rooms were spacious, staff were friendly and there was a good selection of food at breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Anthony
United KingdomMore varied menu.
Lovely location and comfortable room although small
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Mr
United KingdomInternal doors bang during the night.
Situated halfway between Eilean Donan Castle and Skye, this is an excellent resting place complete with (good but unremarkable) restaurant and bar. Recomended for those visiting Skye or doing the NC500 -- would defintely stay there again.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Guy
United KingdomNothing of concern, some building work was in progress but that didn’t affect our stay. The hotel is much nicer than it looks from the outside.
Nice spacious room perfectly suited to our needs as passing motorcyclists on a tour.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Yu
SingaporeIt’s not too brightly lit so room was a bit dim but just a personal preference. Toilet was not clean, there were already clumps of hair on the floor when we checked into the room. Something to take note of.
Location was near Isle of Skye so a good alternative to staying at Isle of Skye where accom were expensive. Was glad that I did a £3.90 upgrade to a room with sea view. It’s a basic room with basic amenities provided. Room was quite spacious, TV with Netflix was a bonus. Breakfast was not bad, but you’ll need to get the attention of the server to take your order. Convenience store is just next door. Free parking on premise as well.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Wendy
United KingdomLooks a bit tired on the outside, but work was underway to spruce it up.
Lovely location, nice, modern room. Good breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
James
United KingdomPublic areas were cold
Food was great
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Nuttinee
Thailandtoo small of washbasin in the toilet
very nice breakfast and location, if you come to the hotel in the evening. they serve very nice menu and seafood is very fresh.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Matthew
United KingdomSmall selection on the meal menu
Excellent location and well furnished and presented rooms
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Barbara
United KingdomGreat location to visit Isle of Skye. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Good breakfast and dinner.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Kevin
United KingdomThe outside was shabby not very inviting. Also very limited menu for evening meal and the drinks were expensive
The rooms and reception were very clean and modern.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Abhimanyu
United StatesOwner was not very pleasant. Staff was very busy during breakfast time.
Clean and quiet. Onsite restaurant and breakfast was good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Kim
United KingdomGreat room, great staff, great breakfast with a vast choice
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Courtney
New ZealandVery comfortable hotel and well located just out of the isle of skye. Staff were nice and the included breakfast was really nice
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Alex
United KingdomExterior
Location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Di
United KingdomFacilities. No hot water on one of the nights
Location and Staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Egita
LatviaWe announced in advance that we would be late and would need a parking space. In reality, there was nowhere to park the car and it had to be pushed between the wall of the house and flower pots, so that it was difficult to even get out of the car. Most people wouldn't do it at that angle without scratching the car, and heavier people wouldn't get out of the car. At the same time, some cars were parked in two places, but the staff is not concerned at all.
the room was nice and clean
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Ihsan
TurkeyFood is a bit expensive, but looks like not unique comparing with other hotels nearby.
Proper facilities, room was spacious and clean.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Pia
SwitzerlandThe view from the family room. No minibar/fridge in the room.
Nice location, nice view from the restaurant (not from our room). Good value for the price. Good dinner and breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Beate
NorwayA little bit expensive compared to other places we stayed. Service, though good was a bit slow.
Newly decorated room. Clean. Really nice cooked breakfast (we had egg Benedict ) and delicious dinner in the evening. Nice view to the ocean. Really friendly staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Juan
DenmarkThe breakfast compared to other hotels we have stayed in. Slow service.
Comfortable and renovated. Quiet.
Stayed in March 2024
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