The Island Bear B&B

3.0 star property
Comfortable boardwalk/promenade bed & breakfast, walk to Bowmore Distillery
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The Island Bear B&B

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Room (Room 2) | Beach/ocean view
Tasting room
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Room (Room 2)

Overview of The Island Bear B&B

9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

SHORE STREET, Islay Island, Scotland, PA43 7LB
  • Popular LocationTaj Mahal1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPeatzeria1 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Schooner Bar1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBowmore Distillery2 min walk
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Room options

Room (Room 2)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room (Room 1)

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Islay Island

Located in Islay Island, The Island Bear B&B is in the historical district and on the boardwalk. Notable landmarks in the area include Islay Ales and Eilean Mor, and travellers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Museum of Islay Life. Bowmore Distillery and Bruichladdich Distillery are two other places to visit that come recommended.

What's nearby

  • Bowmore Distillery - 2 min walk
  • Islay Ales - 5 min drive
  • Bruichladdich Distillery - 13 min drive
  • Lagavulin Distillery - 19 min drive
  • Kilchoman Distillery - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Peatzeria - 1 min walk
  • Kilchoman Distillery Cafe - 20 min drive
  • Restaurant at Port Charlotte Hotel - 16 min drive
  • Lucci’s - 4 min walk
  • Katie's Bar - 4 min drive

About this property

The Island Bear B&B

Bed & breakfast near Bowmore Distillery
Located close to Islay Ales and Bruichladdich Distillery, The Island Bear B&B provides free full breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–9 AM

Things to do

  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Island Bear Bed & Breakfast Islay Island
Island Bear Islay Island
Island Bear & Islay Island
The Island Bear Bed Breakfast
The Bear B&b Islay
The Island Bear Bed Breakfast
The Island Bear B&B Islay Island
The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast
The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast Islay Island

Frequently asked questions

Is The Island Bear B&B pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Island Bear B&B?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Island Bear B&B?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Island Bear B&B?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Island Bear B&B located?

Situated on the boardwalk, this bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Bowmore Distillery and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Islay Ales. Bruichladdich Distillery and Eilean Mor are also within 12 mi (20 km).

The Island Bear B&B Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fiona and Duncan are a ton of fun, and they make sure you're well-fed to start the day and have great local advice on how to get around Islay, especially on Sundays when the bus doesn't run. Definitely can't go wrong a The Island Bear, and the rooms are great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed a couple of days staying here. Rooms were very comfortable and clean. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostess was so friendly and helpful! The room was lovely and had a great bathtub. View was beautiful from the room. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An absolute gem with a lovely host!
We were in Islay on a whisky tour for 3 nights and absolutely loved this little three-room B&B run by Islay local, Fiona. The room was surprisingly spacious. The bed was comfy. There was a lovely view of the water. It was right on the main road in Bowmore. And breakfast was made to order each morning, and served by Fiona herself - along with lovely conversation and local tips. I cannot say enough wonderful things about The Island Bear!
View from room 3
View from room 3
Front entrance - right on the main road through Bowmore
Lovely sunrise view straight outside the front door
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Shaftsbury

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay in Bowmore. Great location, easy parking and not far from anything on Islay. The room was large and very clean. The bed was comfortable and the shower had good water pressure. Fiona, the owner, was fab! She was very friendly, welcoming and helpful! She also makes a great breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, very friendly, good breakfasts and lots of help with suggestions for things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 3 nights at the Island Bear and it was wonderful. Duncan and Fiona were excellent hosts and helped us when we needed to make a change and bring our son with us. The room was lovely, comfortable and the breakfasts were fantastic. We’ll recommend staying here to everyone that we know traveling to Islay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, checkin was convenient, bed was comfortable, and the location was perfect. We had a nice view of the water from our room. Hosts Fiona and Duncan were very kind and helpful. Couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot in the middle of town, great views from my bedroom window. And Fiona was the perfect host, cooking up a delicious Scottish breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackalyn, Mesa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely lovely stay on Islay! Duncan and Fiona are incredibly kind, and their bed and breakfast is wonderful. The rooms have a cozy feel, while still being really spacious if you’ve brought large luggage. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022