Ben Cruachan inn

Property class: 4

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Consider a stay at Ben Cruachan inn and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is €153
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

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Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

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Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a remote control, a bottle, and a glass.

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Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Dalmally is home to Ben Cruachan inn. Kilchurn Castle and Cruachan Power Station are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Inverawe Smokehouses and Loch Visions. Loch Fyne Whiskeys and Ardchattan Priory Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Dalmally travel guide
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Ben Cruachan inn, Dalmally, Scotland, PA33 1AQ

What's nearby

  • A calm lake with a wooden dock, snow-capped mountains in the background, and a clear sky.
    Loch Awe
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A castle on a hill overlooking a calm lake with mountains in the background.
    Kilchurn Castle
    11 min drive - 3.9 km
  • A castle surrounded by dense green trees and hills.
    Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    30 min drive - 34.5 km
  • A lake surrounded by hills and a sunset sky.
    Loch Lomond
    50 min drive - 56.5 km
  • St Conan's Kirk
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Loch Awe Station
    1 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    103 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro
    9 min drive
  • Kilkrennan Inn
    18 min drive
  • The Tight Line
    1 min walk
  • Scoffers Fish & Chips Takeaway
    5 min drive
  • Honeysuckle Coffee Shop
    8 min drive

About this property

Ben Cruachan inn

  • Upscale guest house
  • At Ben Cruachan inn, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • Express check-out, luggage storage and smoke-free property
    • Free newspapers
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Ben Cruachan inn have comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 19-inch TVs with digital channels
    • Heating, housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ben Cruachan inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Ben Cruachan inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Ben Cruachan inn?

As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ben Cruachan inn on 4 Nov 2026 start from €153, 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.

How much is parking at Ben Cruachan inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ben Cruachan inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ben Cruachan inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ben Cruachan inn located?

Situated in Dalmally, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Loch Awe and St Conan's Kirk. Kilchurn Castle is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. Loch Awe Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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Reviews

Ben Cruachan inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 169 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were late for check in but staff were very helpful. Very clean room with a kitchen and excellent view of the lake from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Staff were lovely as soon as you step in the front door. Very pet friendly hotel too. Rooms were nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and the staff was warm and friendly. We had a delicious dinner and breakfast. The bar was fully stocked with a variety of choices. Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the rooms above the restaurant and pub. Clean and convenient, had a pub meal at the restaurant, hearty and filling.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and pleasant welcome at a quick check-in. Upgraded to a lovely suite, free of charge. Food was braw and muckle, delightful. Staff all charming and helpful. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean but very warm! Aircon would be beneficial especially with not being able to open doors/windows without risking midges joining you for the night!! Bed was very soft and bed sofa not overly comfortable but ideal place to stay for a few nights. Great being so dog friendly,having the restaurant on site (though quite pricey!) and the station being so close giving access to Oban and Stirling. Fabulous views over the loch too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff with easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable , ideal for an overnight stay, breakfast a little expensive though
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Superb, great location and a quality over night stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay, peaceful and quiet. Staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. Would have liked to see a little more variety on the menu, however food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for a night with some friends. Staff was very friendly and welcoming and the rooms were nice and comfortable and clean. Parking was ample. Would certainly recommend you stay here if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and great food. Excellent selection of whisky with staff on hand to lend a guiding hand. Room was very nice but bed could have been a bit more comfortable but still a very pleasant stay. Would recommend to anybody looking for a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay. Gorgeous views and great dinner. Our checkin agent was also our bartender. He was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The views are stunning, and a good base to visit orher areas. There is a station clsoe by as well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located for various excursions. Lovely sights to see. Accommodation clean, spacious and staff helpful and friendly. Food excellent and service prompt and dining and bar area well designed and set up. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable inn with a terrific menu and five stars really doesn’t begin to do the stuff justice. Incredibly nice people! We had a brilliant time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from my room was just simply amazing!!.....the room was also well equipped and clean, also not forgetting the staff who was super friendly and helpful when checking us in. I would definitely like to come back a second time when i am around the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very imaginative menu and good value for money. Very friendly and helpful staff. Modern building - very attractive. Simple room with all I needed. Great location. Thoroughly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful. However did feel like the room smelt a little strange. The food in the main area was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful and personable staff. Rooms clean and easily excisable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

We had a separate suite with a kitchenette. Extra space and facility with our dog. Lovely, modern and well equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

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

Friendly Inn on Loch Awe

We had a wonderful stay at the Ben Cruachan Inn. Our room was large, comfortable and modern. Friendly and very helpful staff, and the food in the restaurant was fantastic. We loved hanging out at the bar / lounge area which was cozy and fun. Plenty of parking. Good room amenities (minus refrigerator). Lovely area within walking distance to Lock Awe and St Conan's Kirk, and a short drive to Kilchurn Castle. Would definitely recommend this hotel to others and would plan to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful inn made better by great staff & service

Due to a series of traffic incidents, we ended up running late for our scheduled check-in and rang ahead to let staff at the inn know. We were tired and stressed and their response couldn't have been more lovely and reassuring. We had a very good night's sleep in 2 of the garden suites which were immaculately clean, very spacious and had great facilities for a family of 5 travelling with their dog. We booked a hot breakfast for the following morning which was both delicious and filling. We would definitely be happy to return, hopefully with more time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings next time!
Outside the garden suites looking back towards the main Inn building
View from the front of the garden suites towards Loch Awe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Okay for a sleep but fix your water heater

The hotel roomed seemed spacious and clean. The shower ran out of hot water first thing in the morning. I had to take a cold shower at 7 in the morning because the warm water just went away and I had the handle turned all the way to hot. Not a great experience. And my husband was charged $10 for a small bowl of cereal and a coffee which is steep.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

disappointing

We had booked a room with a king bed and got a room with a very small double bed. Which is not ideal for two and even less with a baby (which we had indicated when booking). The mattress was also of poor quality, as a result we slept very badly. Also the photos showed a window, we only had two small skylights and no window at all in the bathroom. The staff was friendly and the food quite good, but overall we were very disappointed, especially for the price paid!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023