Another Place, The Machrie
Location: The Machrie Hotel & Golf LInks, Islay Island, Scotland, PA42 7AN, Islay Island, GB
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Indulge in a luxurious getaway at Another Place, The Machrie, where every detail is designed for relaxation and enjoyment.
Spa Bliss: Rejuvenate your senses at our exquisite spa, offering a range of massages, body treatments, and facials tailored to provide pure bliss.
Culinary Delights: Savor the flavors of British cuisine at The Machrie, featuring a chic bar/lounge and 24-hour room service for those cozy nights in.
Unmatched Amenities: Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, arcade/game room, and a dedicated concierge service to enhance your stay. Our spacious rooms come equipped with minibars, LCD televisions, and luxurious bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs.
Escape to unparalleled comfort and create unforgettable memories surrounded by stunning landscapes. Book your stay at Another Place, The Machrie today!
Important Information
- Reservations are required for golf tee times. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Full-service spa
- Boat tours nearby
- Fitness facilities
- Arcade/game room
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Sauna
- Concierge service
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Television in common areas
- Arcade/game room
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Porter/bellhop
- Mountain biking nearby
- Full-service spa
- Smoke-free property
- Snack bar/deli
- Golf driving range on site
- Golf lessons on site
- Free self parking
- Boat tours nearby
- Private beach nearby
- Banquet hall
- Children's games
- Fishing nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Food and water bowls
Rooms Available
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Lodges
2 King Beds
732-sq-foot room, located in an annex building, balcony/patio with sea and golf course views
Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Free newspaper
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (24 hours)
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Balcony or patio
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Desk chair
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Better Double
1 King Bed
237 sq feet
Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Free newspaper
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (24 hours)
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Desk chair
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Classic Double Room
1 Queen Bed
215 sq feet
Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Free newspaper
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (24 hours)
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Desk chair
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Ben Hogan Duplex Suite
1 King Bed
753-sq-foot room with ocean and golf course views
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Free newspaper
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (24 hours)
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Desk chair
-
Best Double/Twin
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
301 sq feet
Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Free newspaper
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (24 hours)
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Desk chair
-
Best Double
1 King Bed
301 sq feet
Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Free newspaper
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (24 hours)
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Desk chair
-
Better Double/Twin
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
237 sq feet
Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and laptop workspace
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Free newspaper
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (24 hours)
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Desk chair
-
Islay Room
1 King Bed
301 sq feet
Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower (deep soaking bathtub available in some rooms)
Practical - Safe, free newspaper, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Safety deposit box
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Free newspaper
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Room service (24 hours)
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Desk chair
Guest Reviews
- Tim (10/5): -
- Cristina (9/5): -
- Harriet (10/5): -
- Lizzie (9/5): Amazing location and views and lovely local menu - Amazing location,views and lounges and dining area very well appointed A lot of Staff were new and nice but poorly trained which is not their fault. Bedrooms fine, bathrooms no amenities like shower caps etc bath towels on the small side not luxurious enough for the price
- fabrice (8/5): -
- Satomi (10/5): Amazing! - Facility , location , quality of golf green and all staffs working there were exceptional! I can’t find any fault at this hotel ! We love to come back again near future!
- Jim (10/5): An amazing place to stay - Everything, the staff, the food, location, facilities are all exceptional Nothing
- Joanne (10/5): - Beautiful hotel, warm and friendly staff. Location was amazing.
- Andrew (10/5): - Beautiful location and fantastic modern facility. All the staff were brilliant, especially at the restaurant and looked after us Lack of hotel info in room, no milk with drink making facilities, food portions are small which may disappoint some. The pillows are huge and square and were uncomfortable
- Roy (1/5): - Too much wrong, where to start?
- claudim70 (8/5): Sehr schönes Hotel aber hier zahlt man den Golfplatz und die Lage mit. - Tolle Lage, zu Fuß 10min über den Golfplatz zu einem tollen 7 Meilen langen Strand. Sehr schönes großes Zimmer mit Klasse Bad, begehbare Dusche und Extra Badewanne. Alles sehr sauber, Hotelpersonal sehr nett. Parkplätze vorhanden. Bar und Restaurant leider übertrieben teuer, beim Frühstück 7 Gerichte zur Auswahl die dann frisch gekocht wurden, das dazgehörige Buffet war etwas spärlich, alles schnell leer und wurde nicht automatisch aufgefüllt. Zimmerservice ähnlich, es wurde immer etwas vergessen, das man dann an der Rezeption reklamieren musste. An einem Tag hatte wir gar keinen Zimmerservice, da habe ich dann Kaffee, Milch und Wasser nachbestellt, die benutzen Tassen wurden nicht getauscht!? Für ein Hotel dieser Kategorie und Preisklasse etwas schwach.
- Isabelle (8/5): - Un endroit au milieu de la nature et d'un golf, proche de la mer avec l'impression d'être seul au monde. Très calme une super vue. Décoration soignée. Le restaurant est de qualité ainsi que le petit déjeuner. Le sauna et les bains nordics à l'extérieur très agréable. Bons massages également. Rien. Cependant vue la taille immense de la propriété, une piscine serait un vrai plus.
- Monika (6/5): Good - Good facilities The good facilities are not shown or explained at check in Staff are friendly but somewhat not on the ball
- Riccardo (9/5): -
- Rita (10/5): Absolute perfection. Worth every penny! - Exceptional hotel, staff, service, rooms and facilities all exceeding expectations. Absolutely nothing
- Nihan (9/5): - konum, sessizlik.. huzurlu bir ortam; aktivite olanakları cok merkeze ve damıtım yerlerine ulaşım problemi yasayabiliyorsunuz
- Catherine (10/5): -
- Olivier (9/5): -
- Marcel (9/5): -
- David (8/5): -
- S (7/5): - Amazing views nice communal areas Atmosphere was nice but not relaxed staff friendly but felt a bit false rather than real warmth have been to several hotels this holiday in similar price range yours was the the least friendly. Dead sheep and lamb on the beach one had been there awhile
- Nataliia (7/5): -
- Silvia (10/5): -
- Gareth (9/5): Excellent - Beautiful location, very large and comfortable bed, cosy and quiet. Felt luxurious and relaxing. Staff attentive and helpful. Very little not to like.
- Diane (10/5): -
- Rodolfo (10/5): An unforgettable stay with stunning views, a perfect location, and truly exceptional hospitality. - The place was great, with breathtaking views of the rugged coastline and stunning sunsets. The hotel staff were friendly, welcoming, and incredibly helpful throughout our stay. I ran into an issue with my rental vehicle, and both the owner and staff stepped in right away without hesitation—they really went above and beyond. The location is fantastic—just a 10-minute drive from Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Ardbeg, and Bowmore distilleries, plus right next to a great rum distillery and beer brewery. It’s also only about a 30-minute drive to Caol Ila (home of Johnnie Walker) and the ferry to mainland Scotland. Highly recommend this place, and I’m already planning on coming back! N/A
- Sudi (9/5): -
- Victoria (8/5): Lovey staff and super welcoming. - Beds are amazing! No swimming pool and outdoor tubes not in use.
- milne (10/5): -
- Kenny (10/5): Fantastic high quality hotel with first class customer service and excellent food and facilities - The views were spectacular and the premises was modern and very well equipped. Facilities were all in working order and spotlessly clean. Nothing
- Xavier (9/5): - nous avons séjourné plusieurs fois dans cet hotel et nous recommencerons avec bonheur.
- Sandra (4/5): Unsere Erwartungen wurden leider bei weitem nicht erfüllt; überzahlt, kalt & unsympathisch - Die Lage am langen Sandstrand ist wunderschön und war mit ein Grund, weshalb wir das Hotel ausgewählt hatten. Die veganen Optionen auf der Speisekarte waren ein anderer Grund und hier wurden die Erwartungen erfüllt. Leider hat das Hotel unsere Erwartungen bei weitem nicht erfüllt. Mit seinem sehr hohen Preis hatten wir entsprechend hohe Ansprüche. Wir erhielten ein Zimmer nicht direkt im Hauptgebäude, welches sehr kalt war und durch seine exponierte Lage noch stärker dem Wind und der Kälte ausgesetzt war. Die Heizung im Badezimmer ging gar nicht, was wir direkt am Abend bemängelten. Am Tag danach mussten wir nachfragen und es hiess nur, es sei wohl noch niemand vorbeigekommen. Wir froren uns leider noch einen weiteren Tag durch und erst am nächsten Tag reichte es uns und wir bestanden auf einen Zimmerwechsel. Diesen erhielten wir dann auch ganz unkompliziert. Aber das hätte eigentlich vom Hotel aus angeboten werden sollen und zwar direkt am ersten Abend. Das neue Zimmer wäre warm und schön gewesen, generell viel moderner. Dennoch seinen hohen Zimmerpreis nicht wert. Übrigens hatten wir extra den Better Room genommen - der Sitzecke wegen. Dabei handelt es sich aber einfach um einen Stuhl der im Zimmer im Weg steht. Von Schottland bin ich ansonsten sehr angenehmes Personal gewohnt und war diesbezüglich recht enttäuscht. Schade, mit dieser tollen Lage könnte man definitiv mehr daraus machen.
- Susan (9/5): -
- David (9/5): J’y reviendrai - C’est un hotel très chaleureux, avec de belles pieces hautes, un beau salon avec cheminée autour duquel on se réchauffe, un bon whisky à la main. Le sauna et les bassins à bulles sont très bien et inclus dans le prix (pas de supplément) Le restaurant est très bien, avec des plats en fonction des arrivages (homards, huitres, langoustines) Les chambres (standard) sont bien, la douche chauffe tout de suite (important après etre sortie sous la pluie), la literie est de qualité. La plage est à 10 minutes de marche et elle est très belle, parfaite pour la balade avant le petit déjeuner. Le service était lent et il fallait souvent se manifester pour être servi, mais ils étaient tres accueillants Il n’y avait pas assez de rangement dans la chambre pour mes affaires. Pas de prise électriques internationales mais des ports usb étaient disponibles. Il manquait un peu de pression dans la douche à mon gout.
- Miranda (10/5): -
- Miranda (10/5): - Super schöne und gemütliche Räume. Sehr nettes Personal. Alles war perfekt. Danke!!!!!
- Nicholas (9/5): Delightful - The concierge (both of them) were excellent. My apologies that I don't remember their names anymore but the main might have been Jessie. The room and service were the best I've ever had. That's partially because the Machrie has a few more stars than my usual hotel and partially because the service was clearly excellent. My wife and I also had dinner at the hotel restaurant and the chef made me a substitution for me based on an allergy I have in a way that would have never happened in the states. I'm really trying hard to think of anything. Maybe that I liked my wife's dinner was better than mine, but that says more about me than the menu. Both meals were excellent.
- Toriumi (10/5): -
- Dirk (9/5): Great location by the beach - Beautiful location, just next to a wonderful beach (we went into the water in late August - stunning - and after that into the hot tub - highly recommendable), service is a bit volatile overall Service a little volatile
- Colin (10/5): -
- Thomas (8/5): Must for golfers. - Great quality after renovation. Awesome golf course. Good food, great oysters! Very helpful staff. Expensive. 30-day cancellation, though understandable, is unfortunate.
- Deepti (10/5): -
- Tara (10/5): Absolute perfection! Can’t wait to go back! - Everything from the room itself, the staff, the grounds, and the breakfast!
- Eisen (10/5): Our favorite hotel on our Scottish vacation. Would definitely stay again. - Loved the decor! The staff was extremely helpful and even mailed back shoes that fell out of our car. The restaurant staff was top notch. The person attending the golf shop could have been more helpful. We didn’t know where hole number one was located. We had to set up the trolleys which did take a bit of effort to shove in the handle. The golf course should have better signage on the course at least for hole 1.
- Mauguu91 (8/5): Amazing, definitely coming back. - The hotel’s décor, ambiance, and the warm hospitality of the staff were exceptional. In particular, bartender James Newman elevated our experience and made our stay truly memorable. The size ratio between the room and the bathroom felt unbalanced. The bathroom was unusually large, which made it cold and not very functional. Additionally, the bathtub was extremely high and had no handrail for support — a potential safety hazard. I struggled to get out of the tub without touching the towel heater, which was the only surface available to hold on to.
- ediz (9/5): -
- Briony (10/5): Islay hospitality at its finest - Our stay at The Machrie was absolutely fabulous from start to finish. The property is stunning, with unobstructed views of the Atlantic from so many vantage points. Every possible comfort has been considered - including amazing wood burning fire places, hot tubs, complimentary wellies - which made our stay seamless. The staff at the Machrie show so much genuine passion and enthusiasm, and really went above and beyond to ensure our stay was extra special. From whisky pairings, oyster luges, 18 holes of incredible golf - this is Islay hospitality at its finest. Thank you to JC, Callum, Cameron and Nick for making our stay one to remember!
- Vighnesh (9/5): Quite special - Amazing place - has a really special feel to it. Beautiful location, close to the beach and with lots of space. Good bedroom and the food was outstanding, particularly in the evening. Nothing
- Gregor (8/5): Looking forward to visiting again in the future. A very enjoyable experience. - Both the continental and the cooked breakfast were great. The staff were all very friendly, attentive and gave you their time, even while busy. Makes a big difference to the experience. The size of the portion for mains at dinner (I ordered the cod) was a little small and I still felt quite hungry afterward. I appreciate this may be subjective, but I genuinely feel the small amount of potatoes and 3 mouthfuls of vegetables was a little on the mean side. Would have preferred a more detailed description of the cheeses as would not have ordered it if I knew there was whisky infused through the cheddar. Again, that's just personal taste, but better to have the knowledge / option.
- Katharine (8/5): Beautiful location, friendly and clean. - Wonderful location near the beach- nice and secluded. Felt a little “corporate” in the modern corridors.
- Adam (10/5): Come here and relax and you will be well cared for - Chilled, demure and artistic Nothing at all
- Adam (10/5): Properly perfect stay on Islay - Perfect casual, refined, beautifully curated hotel with brilliant food, access to all local sites and the most wonderful staff Nothing
- godaill (7/5): Très bel établissement dont le servir vient ternir le ressenti final - La chambre et l’emplacement et la vue. Et les Lodges le repas était délicieux. L’accueil était très froid sans accompagnement. Lors du dinner traitement de la clientèle complètement différent.
- Christopher (10/5): Excellent - Quiet N/A
- Greig (7/5): -
- Tim (8/5): -
- Andrew (9/5): Very comfortable and great service. - Very comfortable and relaxing with excellent golf course Nothing really maybe a spa.
- Dan (10/5): -
- David (10/5): - Very nice Scottish Inn and golf course. Staff mostly extremely helpful and polite. Food was good.
- Keith (9/5): -
- Karin (9/5): - Locatie en de kamer
- mranthony (8/5): - the property did welcome pets however the room we were given was below standard ,the window leaked badly from the storm Amy and the noise coming from it was horrendous. thankfully reception managed to put us in a suitable room, the staff on reception were excellent .the golf course was excellent but very disappointed that there was no drying room after a severe soaking from the inclement weather i would have thought that such a prestigious course as the Machrie would have suitable drying facilities the meals were excellent.
- Tracy (10/5): -
- John (8/5): The facility is great and would revisit but is let down by one or two small things - Great location, well presented an clean Some of the facilities not available eg spa food a bit pricey and service at times slow
- David (10/5): -
- Mark (8/5): -
- Miller (10/5): Fantastic. Would love to do a retreat and stay longer! - Loved the room. Best most coziest bed. Truly a retreat. Views were stunning. Boyfriend loved the breakfast! Not much truly. Kind friendly staff even arriving late.
- Merja (8/5): -
- Tyler (10/5): - The property is beautiful and the staff are very kind. Had great recommendations from the bartender (Carson?) and really enjoyed the sauna and a walk to the beach.
- David (9/5): -
- Gillian (10/5): - Stunning property , stunning location A sybaritic retreat with lovely service The Machrie was fun to play
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The staff at the hotel offered exceptional customer service.
- Lisa (10/5): - Beautiful and peaceful with very friendly staff! Would definitely recommend staying here!
- jane (8/5): -
- Janet (9/5): -
- Sangta (6/5): Island gateway ! - The location was fab ! The hotel blends in beautifully and the landscape around is breathtaking They gave us 2 rooms apart and our son was in another wing ....very difficult to locate as it was a labyrinth of rooms ! Also we requested them very politely to cancel the last day stay and instead give us complimentary meals as they don't have a refund policy .....but they refused !!! That was a bit rude .....
- Jürgen (10/5): sensationell !!!! empfehlenswert - tolle Lage super schöner Platz ideal zm Golf , für Strandspaziergänge und Erkunden der Insel wunderbare Ruhe beste Austern , genialer Hummer sehr guter Service-super freundlich absolut empfehlenswert wir werden zurück kommen man hätte im Vorfeld besser drauf hinweisen sollen ,dass es unbedingt nötig ist den Transfer vom Flughafen zum Hotel vorzubuchen. ansonsten keine Taxis am Flughafen aber das Hotel hat uns dann abgeholt ,so dass das kein Problem war
- jacqueline (8/5): Very beautiful location with lots of places to explore - The rooms were very nice The place was very inviting with lounge areas, dining areas and garden spaces all were very well laid out.
- olivia (9/5): Beautiful hotel with many amenities that’s near airport and ferry terminal - Wished there was golf cart to drive to the beach for those who have limited mobility. Patio heater in the courtyard or balcony
- Marcel (9/5): -
- Michael (5/5): Overall fair to good but vastly overpriced - Location, staff, public rooms, breakfast Foul smell in bathroom that they couldn’t fix. Poor choice and time availabilty for dinner
- Fiona (10/5): -
- Donnay (9/5): Fabulous - Beautiful location. Outstanding food with fabulous view of ocean. Great golf course. From pictures and descriptions on website , I was expecting a room that opened onto the lawn (best) . However the fine print indicated those were ground floor best rooms. I got a second floor “best” room and was surprised and disappointed.
- Ian (10/5): -
- Andrew (8/5): - Excellent hotel and management who managed to efficiently resolve the initial issues we had.
- Patrice (10/5): À refaire - L emplacement la décoration raffinée Certaines chambres ont une baignoire et d autres non J avais réservé avec une baignoire et n en avait pas L hôtel a reconnu l erreur
- Enrico (10/5): Ottimo alloggio su Islay, servizi e camere ottime - Camera accogliente, staff gentile, cena buona e ottima vista. Begli spazi comuni e ottima colazione. Nulla
- Carlo (8/5): -
- Norman (9/5): -
- Daniela (10/5): - Tudo
- paul (8/5): Quiet but expensive. - It was expensive for food and drink. Room seemed overpriced too.
- Catriona (6/5): Good stay with great food, but too expensive for the level of service received and the state of some of the interiors. - The food was lovely, the location close to the beach, the outdoor spa, the bed was comfortable The service at the restaurant was poor and slow and some of the staff were quite rude. The wait times at breakfast for a table were too long. The room cleaning service wasn’t great. We ordered room service and our dinner tray was still outside our room a day and a half later. The lift was permanently out of service (we had a pram so this was annoying). Some parts of the hotel were a bit tired and worn.
- Melissa (10/5): - Beautiful property and views. Great restaurant! Comfortable bed. We were put in an ADA room and the sink was very low. The bathroom in general was uncomfortable. We were able to move to a regular room the next night that was very pleasant.
- Helene (10/5): Une parenthèse enchantée - La localisation est incroyable c’est vraiment magnifique. Le petit-déjeuner est exceptionnel
- István (10/5): -
- Kostas (9/5): -
- Gabriela (9/5): -
- MANUEL (7/5): Modern and well-located, but missing the warmth and soul that make Islay so special. - The location is truly spectacular — a dream come true for golf lovers — and the hotel, being quite new, offers all the comforts of modern luxury. The views over the dunes and the sea are stunning, making it a great spot to relax and unwind. Paradoxically, we found the place somewhat cold and lacking in soul, which contrasted sharply with the charm and magic of Islay. The service, while professional, felt distant, and the food at the restaurant was surprisingly bland — a real shame, given the island’s wealth of fantastic culinary options. We were hoping for a bit more authenticity and warmth.
- Sumit (10/5): - Excellent property to consider when visiting Islay. Especially if you want to also get a round of golf in on Links style course along with all the whisky tours.
- Angela (10/5): - Great location, exceptional golf course, good good, friendly service. -
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