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Brander Lodge Hotel

Property class: 3

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A modern, single-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.
A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a high ceiling with skylights, and a view of the outdoor area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.
A cozy lounge area with leather armchairs, a small table with glasses, a fireplace, and stone walls.
A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a scenic landscape.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct

Explore the area

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Bridge Of Awe, Taynuilt, Scotland, PA35 1HT
  • Place, Bonawe Iron Furnace
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Glen Nant National Nature Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Oban Distillery
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Business Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Business Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Taynuilt

Brander Lodge Hotel places you steps from Bonawe Iron Furnace and within a 20-minute stroll of Glen Nant National Nature Reserve. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Taynuilt hotel include Loch Awe and Cruachan Power Station.

What's nearby

  • Bonawe Iron Furnace - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Glen Nant National Nature Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Connel Bridge - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Oban Distillery - 20 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 24 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Taynuilt Station - 3 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kilkrennan Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪coasters - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Robin's Nest Tearoom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kilchrenan Inn - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Brander Lodge Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 807 square feet (75 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Brander Lodge Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Taynuilt hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 807 sq ft of conference space
  • 75 sq. m of conference space
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Brander Lodge Hotel offers 21 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 to 17 for adults and GBP 5 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 807 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 41-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12 to 17 for adults and GBP 5.00 to 10 for children

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Brander Lodge Hotel Taynuilt

Brander Taynuilt

The Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro Taynuilt

The Brander Lodge Hotel And Bistro

Brander Lodge Hotel Hotel

Brander Lodge Hotel Taynuilt

Brander Lodge Hotel Hotel Taynuilt

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Brander Lodge Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Brander Lodge Hotel?

As of 15 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brander Lodge Hotel on 15 Oct 2026 start from AU$179, 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 Brander Lodge Hotel?

Yep, Brander Lodge Hotel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Brander Lodge Hotel?

The closest beach to Brander Lodge Hotel is Ganavan Sands (14.2 km).

What makes Brander Lodge Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus Frette Italian sheets in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Brander Lodge Hotel.

Does Brander Lodge Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Brander Lodge Hotel?

No, Brander Lodge Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Brander Lodge Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Brander Lodge Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Brander Lodge Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Brander Lodge Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 216 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, great bar , kitchen for evening meals and breakfast - friendly service
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great food, friendly management.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was very good, with a good selection and full Scottish freshly cooked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mr L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's quiet it's out of the way and a nice view good parking pleasant staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Excellent facilities. Food was also very good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant and the bar were very good the staff were very polite and helpful. The room was basic but clean, the food was excellent. I would definitely use the total again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anilaben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. Facility offering the breakfast and dinner upon request.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with this hotel, king size bed. Excellent shower. Enjoyable dinner and breakfast. Wish more places were like this.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. The bar and the breakfast areas were beautifully presented. The room was very spaceous with stunning outlooks to the mountains. Breakfast was plentiful and good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was great, we had dinner and breakfast at the restaurant and everything was really good. We spent a lot of time on the patio off our room, which was beautiful, and walked along the stream/river at the back of the hotel lawn. The staff was pleasant and helpful. We were very happy with our stay.
View from the patio
River at the back of the property
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was super as were the evening meals. Bed was very comfy but the room could have done with dusting. Bathroom clean but the shower made a weird noise when used. Staff were lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Had a nice 1 night stay in the Brander Lodge Hotel whilst enjoying the local area. Parts of the hotel could do with some tlc, but the breakfast room, dining room and bar area were lovely and the food was great. We liked the gardens with the river at the bottom. Bedroom clean and comfy. Great hotel for the price. We will go back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking was very quick. A very nice clean room. The restaurant has fabulous food. I would return there again. Everything was 100%
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, very friendly staff, nice evening when the fireplace is on. All good. Would certainly go back there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing gem of a place. Such a dreamy location in the middle of a Glen with the hills all around and a river at the end of a beautiful, well maintained garden. We loved all the bluebells and the wild deer that came so close. Sitting on the patio outside of our room in the morning, listening to the bird song was so peaceful. The room was big and clean and the staff were so friendly. We really enjoyed our breakfast - it used high quality produce. There are many things to see nearby too including Kilchurn Castle, Conan Kirk and it's not too far to Oban. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful and they took so very well of me! Laundry, food, entertainment, comfortable bed and clean rooms and any questions or concerns were addressed immediately! David was so wonderful!! I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Celeste

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great. The food was good; huge made-to-order breakfast omelette. Only problem was the bathtub needed a bit of scrubbing....there was scum around the sides in the bathtub. Other than that it was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Nick

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Feels like a hotel that may be in decline. The rooms are comfortable and the chef I had produced some very good food, but looking about it seemed like no money had been spent on it for a while and an update is overdue.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dinner was great. Breakfast was not that good (not the same Chef as dinner). Room was fine. We just spent one night there and it was good for a stop over.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay when visiting the Highlands.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zorana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, quiet and calming in beautiful nature. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, polite and professional. Very pleasant atmosphere, the food was excellent. Overall a very pleasant stay thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Cathal

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel in terrible state of disrepair. manhole cover covering something in the floor on the main upstairs corridor. Ceiling tiles missing from the roof in the stair well with insulation hanging down over the stairs. Gaps in the bottom of the fire exit door because the bottom of the door is rotten - god knows what can crawl through from outside. Room I stayed in was very dated. only 5 or 6 TV channels working. Breakfast area and bar area are nice. Breakfast itself was nice but wouldn't stay there again unless the hotel itself undergoes significant renovation
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff excellent, no issues 😁, good price and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Had a lovely stay steak pie was first class
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025