Name: Ardanaiseig Hotel
Address: Kilchrean Near Taynuilt, Oban, Oban, Oban, PA35 1HE, United Kingdom
Rating: 9

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Just enjoyed two very relaxing comfortable nights in this quirky, low key hotel.the most well equipped it is not, but we so enjoyed the very special atmosphere here. Arriving after the driving up the three mile drive is very special, the loch side setting with views of the snow topped Ben Lui set the scene. The public rooms are comfortable and relaxed despite the antiques and faded grandeur. We particularly enjoyed the art work and recognised  Mick and Bianca  jagger, David Bowie , Ringo and George Harrison amongst  the nymphs and Victorian gentlemen, great fun!
The staff were very friendly and helpful, we felt looked after despite being left pretty much to our own devices.
Best haggis I have ever tasted but they really need to upgrade the very underwhelming sosauge served for breakfast.
My only gripe, I would have loved an open fire in the public areas, It was cosy but as it was October, this would have been a cosy sight.
We thoroughly enjoyed borrowing the wellies in reception and wandering about the grounds, despite the rain 
Hotel cat was also a bonus!
Complete silence at night so we slept really well
Hope to be back one day

If you can’t relax here there is no hope for you!

No chintz here

If you like your hotels to be soulless chintz palaces with marble lined receptions and Crystal candelabras, this is the wrong place for you, head to Dubai or a Hilton anywhere in the world.
This hotel is a remote grey stone country house at the end of a three mile single track driveway.
It needs a massive spend to bring this to four star 21st century luxury.
There are few staff, the same young man tends the reception, bar and waits table.
There are wellies in the hallway to facilitate guests exploration of the overgrown walled garden, the trail through the arboretum, the walk to the tennis court, graveyard or down to the lochside or the jetty.
The public rooms are sumptuous with settees and armchairs. Statues dominate the centre of the lounge. The widows of the dining room, bar and lounge look down over  unkempt lawn to the loch beyond. 
The walls are decorated with oil paintings, they need a second look. Some are straight forward still life pictures of flowers but the portraits have been overpainted with the heads of pop stars. The large one in the dining room has Mick Jagger, Ringo  Star, Rod Stewart and Brian Ferry attending a business meeting. Also appearing in the hall are theory Bee Gees and Michael Jackson. 
The bedroom we were in,Awe, was comfortable and warm. The central heating didn’t work but heat came from an oil filled  electric radiator. The TV was about 18 inches, there were two remote controls, neither of which wanted to cooperate in showing TV programs. There was a router in the room but no wifi.
My only real complaint was the lack of a shower. 
It didn’t matter this is a retreat into an isolated,  wild part of the country and from the interuption of modern communications and entertainment. 
The menu is small and traditionally formed. The food is well cooked and efficiently served. 
The dining room has great views though the lighting is to say the least subdued. The noise of conversation is regularly interrupted by the sound of the dumb waiter delivering meals. The wine list is again small but perfectly formed.
The bar has a selection of local bottled ales, malt whiskies and boutique gins.
I loved the place though it would have been nicer without the incessant rain. 
A perfect retreat for a weekend break from the 21st century.

No chintz here only natural beauty

Another fabulous couple of nights at this magical hotel, lucky enough to stay in the Boat Shed on this occasion which has a more contemporary feel than the traditional style of the main hotel, but still has a wow factor.
The boat shed sits right on the loch where you can enjoy nature’s masterpiece from the floor to ceiling windows and balcony. Very comfortable with a wee kitchenette , good for making breakfast or ready meals but why cook when the hotel does such delicious food. Just sad at having to leave.

The Boat Shedy

Beautiful hotel hidden away off the main road. A long single lane road so take your time driving in and out. 
We two couples stayed here for one night 031024, during a Scottish trip for our anniversary. 
Greeted by Maxine who was most helpful and friendly. We were shown to our room. The hotel is very old,  built 1834 and decorated to the style of the building. Do look into its history its most interesting. If you love quirkiness and a peaceful night then this is up your street. Theres no lift but we only had one flight of stairs so all good. 
Our room was lovely but the bathroom could do with being updated. 
Lovely small bar and helpful barman (sorry his name escapes me) but helpful with cocktail requests. 
Resident black cat (Kit) who moved himself in also seemed very comfortable. 
Restaurant lovely and food was fabulous. Wished I’d had room for dessert !
There is a pub down the road (you’ll pass on the way in) but please check as Not open 7 days a week. 
Thanks again to the lovely Maxine and Mr Barman for making our stay just so. 
Great setting for a murder mystery night!! 
We had a lovely stay.  The Fosters

Hidden Gem

We stayed at the BoatShed which was in a sorry state of repair. Furniture was dilapidated and the decor was dated wasn’t even a picture on any of the walls.

Hotel food was good but did not make up for this disappointing experience.

Staff did their best and were pleasant enough.

Would NOT Recommend this Hotel

Myself and partner went with our 1 year old daughter to Ardaniaseig hotel for a treat for her birthday, via a good 5pm deal. First of all, they were excellent when changing the dates the day we were supposed to arrive, due to my daughter's ill health. We change to the following week, and weather aside, were delighted to stay.

It is a beautiful old style hotel that screams haunted mansion. They really seem to embrace this vibe, as even the mens bathroom is the same eerie colours as the one from the Shining (along with a portrait of twins outside it...). I loved this vibe, there's portraits everywhere.

We had dinner the first night which was beautiful. The portions could maybe be slightly bigger however the taste was sublime and we both noted there was no extra saltiness or antyhing that you get in some hotels. 

A word for the staff, they were so lovely to us and our daughter when we stayed. They made a big deal out of her and were so helpful for places to go and see nearby, including recommending the bar down the road for our second nights dinner. 

The room was beautiful and as others have said, has its quirks in a really good way. One thing I would say is they could do with some brighter lights from the car park to the main reception. 

I loved the roaring fires they had on and it was a perfect escape for people wanting a weekend in a remote part of Scotland, away from the city. 

Beautiful, remote hotel with charming staff. 

An incredible place, with a very special atmosphere and ambiance. Our room was spacious, overlooking the park and loch and we were upgraded. Attentive and charming staff.
Breakfast is very good and a la carte. The large lounge is magnificent and perfect for a drink at the end of the day, a cup of tea, or a book in the most cosy and quiet environment!
We also had dinner there (the hotel is far from the city!) and the meal was delicious.
We had to stay an extra night because of flooding as the road out the hotel was closed. We were able to keep the same room at the same rate.
Of course, some renovations would be necessary, but that didn't spoil our stay, on the contrary, it reinforced the haunted castle atmosphere that we found there, and loved!

A timeless interlude in an old manor house (haunted?)

This is the third time I went within two years, and Ardanaiseig hasn't lost any of its charm. Yes, the place might benefit from a little TLC, but for me that's exactly what makes it special. I wouldn't want a clinically clean and spotless hotel without character - I can have that anywhere. 

What I particularly liked this time was the care the staff took in looking after us. I had to rebook twice and they said they had made a note of the new date (which was several months after the original one) but in contrast to many other places they actually had. The day before our planned arrival Gary checked in with me to ascertain whether we were still coming and that they were looking forward to welcoming us. In my experience, that's pretty special.

The room was fine - on the quirky side and with great views - the dinner - as always - excellent, and so was the breakfast. Having drinks in the bar overlooking Loch Awe, being able to order there over a drink, and then being accompanied to the restaurant where the table was already prepared for us was a nice touch. As was having the last drink of the evening in the stunning drawing room.

My wife and I have decided to make this an annual treat. We live busy lives in jobs and family in a big city, and to be able to drive two hours and stay in this gem, surrounded by absolutely stunning countryside, is and will continue to be a wonderful experience. 

I admit it's not for everyone but for me the package that Ardanaiseig offers is the best in Scotland - and I almost don't want to be too glowing as I'm keen for this to remain the hidden gem it still is. 



can't beat Ardanaiseig

Fabulous night away in this beautiful hotel.  Absolutely stunning location, would have loved more time to investigate the vast grounds surrounding the hotel.  We were upgraded to a loch view room with a view that would take your breath away. Huge bedroom with a very comfortable bed and bathroom with large bath - would have preferred a shower,  but this wasn't a big deal.  We stayed on a dinner, bed and breakfast deal, and well.... the food!  The food would be enough to make us go back in itself. It was amazing. From the superb 3 course dinner to the full scottish breakfast- delicious. The staff were amazing during our stay. Couldn't do enough to be helpful and special mention to Gary, who was always on hand to make sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back,  and will be bringing our dogs next time.  

Perfect 60th birthday celebration.

The real Country House experience. It's in a lovely rural position with outstanding views over Loch Awe to Ben Lui.
The roads to the hotel have been completely resurfaced so there are no potholes as a previous report suggests. The fabric of the hotel is in need of some renovation, however, this is the West coast and can be fierce in winter. The staff are very friendly and the principal rooms of Drawing Room. Bar, and Restaurant well decorated and attractive in a grand style, the food was of a good standard, as was the wine list.
There are excellent walks in the grounds, walking shoes advised, and fishing and clay pidgeon shooting is available.
It claims to be dog friendly but dogs are not allowed in the bar area which is a mistake. We had to lock our Border Terrier, who is very well behaved, in our bedroom whilst we had dinner and breakfast. Would have been much better to have a table in the bar, suggest this policy is changed. Also the £20 dog charge was the highest we paid in Scotland and there were no extras for her.
We stayed in the Ben Lui suite with fantastic views, and a very comfy bed. However, the bath/shower was impractical. A rain shower over the bath with no shower curtain and only one front window could be closed. There are no hotel details, history, or details of hotel walks in the room, simply a letter advising to look on the website. Not the personal experience we would have expected. No hair dryer in the room.
We can forgive the quirkyness but suggest the management, who are not on site, consider these genuine issues. It is probably ideal for a stay of two nights or more to relax and enjoy the facilities and pretend you are the Laird.

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