The Galley of Lorne Inn
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Galley of Lorne Inn
Ardfern, Ardfern, Argyll and Bute, PA31 8QN, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Lots to do
Free parking
Pets welcomeAmenities
Snorkeling
Diving
Hiking
Bar
Restaurant
Horse riding
Conference room
Billiards room
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Property Description
Located in Lochgilphead, The Galley of Lorne Inn is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Arduaine Garden and Kilmartin House Museum. This inn is 7 mi (11.3 km) from Carnasserie Castle and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Loch Ederline.
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8.2/10
Very GoodCleanliness8.2
Amenities8.2
Location8.2
Service8.2
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Surroundings
Airport: Oban Airport
(48.6 km)
Landmarks: Lunga Estate Camping
(3.0 km)
Landmarks: Craobh Marina
(3.6 km)
Landmarks: Kirkton Chapel & Gravestones
(3.9 km)
Landmarks: Craignish Point
(5.8 km)
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18
Room (D - Superior Double Room (Skye))
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Lake view
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11
Room (F - Standard Twin Room (Iona))
2 Single bed
No window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Towels
Private toilet
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14
Room (C - Standard Double Room (Arran))
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Lake view
Towels
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11
Room (G - Standard Double Room (Gigha))
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Towels
Garden view
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15
Room (E - Standard Double Room (Uist))
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Lake view
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10
Room (A - Standard Double Room (Islay))
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Towels
Garden view
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10
Room (B - Standard Twin Room (Tiree))
2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Garden view
Wardrobe
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Guest Reviews
8.2/10
Very Good
74 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.2
- Amenities8.2
- Location8.2
- Service8.2
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AI Summary
Guests appreciate the clean, pleasant rooms and the accommodating staff who offer exceptional service. The peaceful, scenic location is perfect for exploration.
Guest User
June 9, 2025
Lovely location in Ardfern. Great variety of quality food. Good choice of ales. Really friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable, well appointed rooms. A great place for stopping, or as a base for exploring Argyll. Beautiful surrounding area.
Guest User
June 3, 2025
Had an excellent drink and meal at the very convivial Galley of Lorne Inn last night. The food was excellent and we can recommend the steak pie and the seafood linguine. Also we would make special mention of Amanda Maclean who waited on our table and made our evening very pleasurable. We were pleasantly surprised at the reasonable pricing in their dining room overlooking the Loch.
Guest User
June 1, 2025
This was a perfect stay in a nice and quiet location with a beautiful view, and a good starting point to explore the surroundings. The room was in top shape, modern and well equipped, the people were nice and very helpful and eveything went smoothly. We had a good time there.
Ray
May 24, 2025
Exceptional
Great service, great food, great rooms, great location, couldn’t ask for anything more
Guest User
May 25, 2025
Breathtaking location with amazing views, great service, great food, great bar attached to the hotel, great rooms, couldn’t have asked for anything more, exceptional. Food quality in the evening was great, the traditional Scottish breakfast in the morning was a pure delight and the service throughout was exemplary
Guest User
May 9, 2025
I don't ordinarily leave poor reviews, even when a stay falls short of expectations because I am aware of pressures that exist on all hospitality businesses but this time I cannot remain silent for the benefit of others who may be considering a stay. In short I would advise against it at the prices they want to charge. We had booked a 3 night stay some months ago and we're so disappointed to find the stay and service fell so far short of expectations. The kitchen had suffered a gas supply problem apparently just prior to our arrival. Whilst a limited menu was available the absence of the owner and his management oversight left just one junior staff covering with no back-up. This continued throughout our stay. By the morning of our departure there was still no improvement, the staff appeared in fear of the chef, who had been most surly when asked on our return one afternoon for some more teabags for our room. In mid-afternoon the hotel was unattended and public rooms all locked off. Evenings and early mornings the hotel heating was switched off despite apparently being on a different circuit to the kitchen. Overall my impression was of a hotel in terminal decline!
Guest User
May 3, 2025
I have been to the Galley of Lorne Inn before, hence my return. We originally booked the Inn so that we could visit Coryvreken Whirlpool, as cruises leave from Ardfern marina. The area has some i.portant historic sites around Kilmartin and The Old Parish Church just outside Ardfern. Oban and Lochgilphead are just a short drive away. My wife and I spent three fantastic days here at the end of April. As soon as you arrive the peace of the accommodation and Ardfern will wash over you. It's a very laid back place, superb staff, very comfortable room, well stocked bar and a lovely restaurant with a great menu and a stunning view over the Craignish Loch. Simply superb, well worth a visit, we will be back. Thanks again
Guest User
May 3, 2025
What a wonderful hotel. We checked in with the friendly, helpful owner Andrew. Room was beautiful, clean, well equipped and peaceful. Staff are amazing, friendly lively bar, great location and the restaurant was sensational with great menu, service food. We loved it and will be back. Three cheers for Amanda who is great at her job.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Snorkeling
Diving
Hiking
Bar
Restaurant
Horse riding
Conference room
Additional charge
Billiards room
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Public parking
Free
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Free
Business Services
Wedding service
Conference room
Additional charge
Fax/copying service
Front Desk Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
French
Food & Drink
Bar
Lobby bar
Public Areas
Picnic area
Garden
No smoking in public areas
Health & Wellness
Kayaking
Off-site
Snorkeling
Sailing
Off-site
Mountain biking
Off-site
Diving
Hiking
Horse riding
Ski lessons
Off-site
Billiards room
Activities
Fishing
Gaming area
Cleaning Services
Clothes dryer
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Facilities for Children
Children's meals available
Accessibility
Stair-free main entrance
Accessible rooms available
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Intruder alarm
Smoke detector
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 16:00–22:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Fri]17:00–24:00
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowedAdditional charge
Fee: Contact the property for details
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 6
Located in Lochgilphead, The Galley of Lorne Inn is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Arduaine Garden and Kilmartin House Museum. This inn is 7 mi (11.3 km) from Carnasserie Castle and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Loch Ederline.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This inn also features an arcade/game room, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Satisfy your appetite at Loch View Restaurant, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the ocean view, or dine alfresco. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Planning an event in Lochgilphead? This inn has 450 square feet (42 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, 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. This inn also features an arcade/game room, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Satisfy your appetite at Loch View Restaurant, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the ocean view, or dine alfresco. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Planning an event in Lochgilphead? This inn has 450 square feet (42 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.