Planning on touring the natural beauty that Loch Lomond has on offer, but don't quite know where to stay? Luckily, we've put the work into finding the best luxury, boutique and budget hotels in the area. Cos we're nice like that.
Whether you're looking to add a sprinkle of luxury to your stay, fancy learning about the history of Rob Roy (he's a bit of a local celeb) or want to get stuck into some epic Loch adventures, these are the best hotels near Loch Lomond to do any of the above.
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Located in the village of Luss, this 48-room luxury hotel sits right on the Loch’s edge. Whether you opt for one of their Executive Munro rooms (with a private patio/terrace) or go all out in their Deluxe Corbett suite with a balcony that extends out over Loch Lomond. And to find spectacular food, you don’t even have to leave the hotel – the onsite restaurant, Colquhoun’s, serves fine dining dishes of smoked salmon, mussels and spiced paneer.
Address: Lodge on Loch Lomond, Loch Lomond, Luss, Argyll & Bute G83 8PA
Price From: £180 per night
Offering traditional Highland hospitality to travellers from near and far, this Loch Lomond hotel is the best way to get the true Scottish experience. Based on a prime loch-side lot, you’ll find cosy rooms a plenty inside – perfect for wrapping up next to the fire during those cold winter months.
Address: Main Road, Luss G83 8NY
Price from: £215 per night
Definitely not your typically B&B stay, this private historic house makes for a wonderful hotel near Loch Lomond. And, as if it wasn’t magnificent enough, the hotel is based on a 4,000-acre private estate in Loch Lomond – now, that’s fancy.
Address: Cardross, Port of Menteith, By FK8 3JY
Price from: Please enquire with the Hotel directly for full pricing details
The ultimate city escape, this Victorian lodge boasts breath-taking views as well as making for a peaceful retreat. With just six spacious, en-suite rooms, this small hotel is off the beaten path enough that you’ll feel tucked away from city life, but close enough to the town of Callander to explore local delights – we literally couldn’t think of anything better.
Address: Lubnaig Guest House, Leny Feus, Callander, FK17 8AS
Price from: £280 per night
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If you’re looking for a more independent way to stay near Loch Lomond, the Birdwood Guest Lodges could be the one for you. There are eight rooms (all of which can only sleep up to two people and one cot), each decorated in a traditional manner – though they do warn of their website that it may not be to everyone’s taste... This is probably the best Loch Lomond hotel for avid explorers, with a communal kitchen on-site to cosy into after a long day of walking (fully stocked with utensils and an induction hot plates).
Address: Birchwood Guest Lodge, Birchwood, Balmaha, G63 0JQ
Price from: £74 per night
A home from home kind of hotel, Poppies is based in the heart of Callander – right on the doorsteps to loads of local activities and attractions. Perfect for a romantic trip away, right in the Trossachs National Park, or a quiet family getaway exploring local hiking trails – you'll feel right at home at this boutique Loch Lomond hotel.
Address: Leny Road, Callander, Perthshire, Fk17 8al
Prices from: £130 per night
Further away from Loch Lomond, this Macdonald hotel is actually based off the side of Loch Ard, a much smaller Loch (with a cutesy little island). With a choice of hotel rooms or self-catering apartments, this luxurious hotel is based near the hills that roll down to Loch Ard – be prepared to feel truly pampered in the on-site luxury spa.
Address: Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire, FK8 3TL
Hotel Rooms – Price From: £266 per night Self-catering Apartments – Price From: £137 (Minimum stay 4 nights)
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This fantastically unique hotel is split into two sections – the Heritage Rooms, located in the oldest part of the hotel, with each room having its own individual shape and décor. The other section of the hotel, the Elegance Rooms, are spacious and bright rooms decorated in a more traditional-luxury style. And you don’t even have to leave the hotel to have some seriously tasty food and drink. The Merlin restaurant serves romantic candle-lit dinners, and the Ptarmigan bar is the perfect cosy setting for relaxed drinks.
Address: The Square, Drymen, Loch Lomond, G63 0BL
Price From: £185 per night
A five AA red star hotel, Cameron House is practically the definition of loch-side luxury hotel. Upon your arrival, it’s clear the hotel will go to all lengths for their customers. Enjoy fine dining, activities (think adrenaline-pumping boat rides and more), a pampering spa, a beautiful golf course, the Cameron Cinema – and the list really does go on.
Address: Loch Lomond, West Dunbartonshire, G83 8QZ
Price From: £340 per night
This boutique Loch Lomond hotel sits at the base of some seriously stunning Scottish mountains and is home to a variety of different rooms. Catch a glimpse of classic country living in the farmhouse, mix things up by staying in the whacky wagon or stay in Corr for an eco-stay.
Address: Monachyle Mhor Hotel, Balquhidder, Lochearnhead, FK19 8PQ
Price From: £280 per night
This unique hotel in near Loch Lomond is must-visit stopping point in Scotland. In the 300 years since the hotel was built, it’s been home to thousands of visitors – all of which we’re sure loved it as much as we do. The local area is stacked with history too, be sure to stop by Rob Roy’s grave and the many other local attractions. Oh, and we can’t fail to mention the delicious Scottish pub food served at the hotel too – all served with a side of old-fashioned hospitality, of course.
Address: North Loch Lomond, Inverarnan G83 7DX
Price From: £80 per night
A groovy take Scottish accommodation, colour and décor are vital parts of Mhor 84. And you won’t be stuck for choice either, there are all sorts of rooms on offer – from spacious double rooms and family rooms to a two-room cottage, there’s something for every kind of holiday. Food is plentiful at this retro-style motel, with the café, restaurant and bar serving from 8am – 9pm. Oh, and they source a tonne of the food from their own farm at Monachyle Mhor.
Address: MHOR 84 Motel, Balquhidder, Lochearnhead, FK19 8NY
Price From: £130 per night
With a selection of chalets, lodges, glamping huts and suites on offer, this luxury accomodation near Loch Lomond is the perfect place to relax. And if you weren’t already sold by the look of these rooms, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the fact that each lodge has its own private hot tub – now that’s luxury. Based across 18-acres of private land, these self-catering stays are family (and pet) friendly, what else could you ask for?
Address: Loch Lomond Waterfront, Main Road, Balmaha, Stirlingshire, Glasgow, G63 0JQ
Price From: £359 approx. per night (minimum 3-night stay)
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It’s lakeside views galore at this cutesy Loch Lomond hotel. Staying for a few nights? The hotel is the perfect escape, close to the lake itself and a load of activities in the area. But if you’re in the market for a slightly longer stay, the self-catering cottages make for the perfect base-camp.
Address: Duck Bay Hotel & Restaurant, Auchendennan Lodge, Argyll & Bute, Auchendennan Road, Alexandria G83 8QZ
Cottage Price From: £1200 per 3-night stay (prices vary seasonally) Rooms Price From: £199 per night
This country house hotel is perfect for Insta pics. It’s pink, it’s adorable and it’s historic – what else could you want from a Scottish stay? Originally built back in 1625 as a hunting lodge for the Dukes of Perth, the country home was refurbished as a hotel and restaurant way back in 1939. The hotel is perfectly placed on the banks of the River Teith, on the 21-acre estate (ideal for outdoorsy types) and is just a short walk from Callander village.
Address: Off Main Street, Callander, Stirlingshire, FK17 8BG
Price From: £145 per night
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