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West Highland Hotel

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Classic Triple Room
Terrace/patio
Library
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly

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Davies Brae, Mallaig, Scotland, PH41 4QZ
  • Mallaig Heritage Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Circular Walk
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Morar Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Cosy Twin

Cosy Twin

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Studio

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cosy Double

Cosy Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Studio

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Triple Room

Classic Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Studio

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Mallaig

Located in Mallaig, West Highland Hotel is on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Mallaig Heritage Centre and Mallaig Harbour. .This hotel is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Armadale Ferry Terminal and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Mallaig Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Mallaig Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Circular Walk - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Camusdarach Beach - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Morar Beach - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 34 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Mallaig Station - 2 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakehouse and Crannog - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chlachain Inn, Mallaig - ‬1 min walk
  • The Tea Garden Cafe
  • ‪J Lawrie & Sons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cabin Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

West Highland Hotel

Waterfront hotel in Mallaig with free parking
West Highland Hotel offers 40 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 40 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
West Bar - This bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • West Bar

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1901
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 20 2025 to January 11 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 16 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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West Highland Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 588 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 588 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 588 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 588 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 588 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, White Rock

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Redland

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really homely comfortable hotel. Bedroom had a magnificent view out across to the islands.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, but rather small room and bathroom. Breakfast not included.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shona

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent vintage reception and sitting area.Very friendly and perfectly situated .Rooms maybd a little small,we were on the 2nd floor
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean, Chico

Travelled with partner
The room was very small and old the bathroom was long and skinny. The worst thing was that the hot water was out in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel but 4pm check-in is later than I’m used to and not really justifiable in my view. Shower was hopeless. Very little pressure and the only effective way to control temperature was to move it up and down the bar it was attached to. The temperature control itself did nothing. Pricey given the above.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views are great. Near the ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Mallaig stay

We had a one night stay en route to Eigg. We were amazed at how good our stay was it was.fantastic value. Extremely comfortable bed with all facilities clean and good quality, great shower, unsurpassable views from our bedroom windows! Bar and restaurant service and food were excellent, although it was an incredibly busy night in the restaurant, the staff were so hard working and attentive. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

alina, Clackamas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The view was spectacular
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Georeen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great service and nearby ferry to Isle of Skye

Service was excellent. Dinner was great. Room was spacious but hotel is an older decor. The views are amazing and location to the morning ferry was so convenient
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view and quiet environment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed here on motorcycle trip. Service was really friendly with good communication. Hotel is dating a bit but clean and comfortable. Thought it was expensive overall.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent but over priced.

A comfortable hotel with very friendly staff. However, it did not come up to the standard expected from the price - no lift, small room, no shower gel or shampoo, and a bath mat the size of a flannel. For this price, the highest by far I have paid for 4 star hotels throughout this trip to Scotland, I expected a lot better. I would give it a 5 star review at about two thirds of the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Nice place. Friendly staff. Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay. The staff were wonderful the accommodation querky. Just great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely overnight stay

Lovely stay and without asking recognized my husband was challenged and changed our room to accommodate us. Breakfast was delicious and plenty of choice, complimented with the lovely views. Nice bar very reasonably priced but sadly we were unable to try the restaurant as it's closed on friday.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness

It was ok

Room was so small and very disappointed that we didnt have a real shower. Fish and chips were excellent at restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good restful night with great sea views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms recently upgraded but very poor finishing . Beds small and uncomfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024