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Balmacara Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Skye Bridge

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Daily continental breakfast (GBP 17.50 per person)
British cuisine
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Reception
Standard Double Room, Sea View | Mountain view

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

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Balmacara, Kyle, Scotland, IV40 8DH
  • Place, Skye Bridge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Eilean Donan Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Plockton Harbour
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, 1 Large Single Bed

Single Room, 1 Large Single Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Double Room, Sea View

Standard Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double or Twin Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Super King or Twin Room, Sea View

Super King or Twin Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Zip and Link)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Zip and Link)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Kyle

At Balmacara Hotel, you'll be 7.6 km (4.7 mi) from Skye Bridge and 7.9 km (4.9 mi) from Eilean Donan Castle. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Plus you'll find a front desk safe and a banquet hall. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. .Sights in the region of this 3-property class Kyle hotel include Fairy Pools and Old Man of Storr.

What's nearby

  • Skye Bridge - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Eilean Donan Castle - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Plockton Harbour - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Bright Water Visitor Centre - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Loch Carron - 11 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 5 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Haakon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Saucy Mary's Lodge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hector's Bothy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Clachan - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Balmacara Hotel

Beach hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Skye Bridge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Balmacara Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Kyle hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Balmacara Hotel offers 34 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 25 November and 1 February.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 38.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and from GBP 17.50 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 38.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property Registration Number 13764418

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Balmacara Hotel
Balmacara Hotel Kyle
Balmacara Kyle
Hotel Balmacara
Balmacara Hotel Isle Of Skye
Balmacara Isle Of Skye
Balmacara
Balmacara Hotel KYLE OF LOCHALSH
Balmacara KYLE OF LOCHALSH
Balmacara Hotel Kyle
Balmacara Hotel Hotel
Balmacara Hotel Hotel Kyle

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Balmacara Hotel?

Balmacara Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Balmacara Hotel?

As of 10 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmacara Hotel on 22 Feb 2026 start from AU$201.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Balmacara Hotel?

Yep, Balmacara Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Balmacara Hotel?

The closest beach to Balmacara Hotel is Glas Eilean (3.4 km).

Does Balmacara Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Balmacara Hotel?

No, Balmacara Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Balmacara Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Balmacara Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Balmacara Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Balmacara Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 343 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were friendly and courtious, the food was good, the hotel was clean and tidy and there were plenty parking spaces, all round,it was a pleasant experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful, always with a smile. Food was good and everything was clean and tidy. Heating / water system outside of my room was quite noisy at night for some reason. Not so good if you are a light sleeper.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot close to the Isle of Skye.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, but food is very expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short but sweet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness
Indifferent welcome, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent hotel, with great facilities and superb staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tasty breakfast and extremely comfortable bed. Great staff, very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vinnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the room was satisfactory. We loved the views across the street. The real gem was the Mussels appetizer! A must order
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The plus side: the meals, clean comfortable room, friendly staff. The negative side: my room window was immediately above the kitchen extractor fan, which came on at 06.40 both days, audible, plus cooking smells entering the room though the window was closed. Very sensitive fire alarm sensors, so an alarm was triggered at 00.45hrs apparently by someone having a shower and filling the room with steam. Also unfortunate was the road surfacing machinery on the road and lay-by outside the hotel, working through the night! Distinctly audible from my room. Not quite so noticeable the second night as they had move along the road a little.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean and very well run. Lovely views from the front (once the rain stopped…) Bed was a little tired and the walls were thin enough to hear the TV in the room next door. The guest directly above my room dragged their chair over the solid wood floor several times, which was irritating, but hardly the hotel’s fault. Good value though, which coming from a Yorkshireman, is high praise…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only issue, no heat in one section of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Room was just clean enough. Dirty shower grout and filthy baseboards.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

8/10 Good

Surbhi

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay before isle of Skye. Large rooms. Great restaurant. Breakfast (included) was delicious. There is a grocery store next door too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stop on the road from Skye (detouring through Applecross). The staff were warm and welcoming after an exhausting ride.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with reasonable rates for the area. Our jumping off point to the Isle of Skye. Friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025