Islay Island Holidays

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Islay Island Holiday

Our pick of the best Islay Island Hotel Deals

Another Place, The Machrie
Another Place, The Machrie
4 out of 5
The Machrie Hotel & Golf LInks, Islay Island, Scotland
The price is NZ$578 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$578
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (148 reviews)
"Amazingly beautiful setting. Excellent service. This experience in June on Islay is just a step or two short of Heaven."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Another Place, The Machrie
Islay House
Islay House
3.5 out of 5
Islay House, Bridgend, Islay Island, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$341 per night from 26 June to 27 June
NZ$341
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (103 reviews)
"Only open for a couple of months, staff went to great lengths to get it right. They were pleasant, helpful and couldn’t do enough to ensure we enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Islay House
The Island Bear B&B
The Island Bear B&B
3 out of 5
SHORE STREET, Islay Island, Scotland
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Fiona and Duncan is friendly and helpful and provided a great breakfast every morning. The hotel was quiet and conveniently located a street from the ocean and and across the road from the Bowmore distillery with good restaurants nearby. Very comfortable beds and clean facilities."

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Islay Island holiday package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Islay Island break. However, a range of factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will determine how much your holiday to Islay Island costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Islay Island?
Plan your getaway for the off-peak season and you're likely to find cheap Islay Island holiday packages. Remember that public holidays and major local events can have an impact on prices, so do some research before booking.
How many days is enough for Islay Island?
Typically, a handful of days is enough to go to the major attractions during your Islay Island holiday. But if you'd like to have some time to unwind or go on day tours, think about extending your trip.
How to find the best Islay Island package deals?
Bagging a cheap Islay Island package deal is a cinch with Expedia. After you've entered your destination and travel dates under our "Packages" tab, set your maximum budget, apply a few filters and browse what's available. You can tweak your search by "Popular locations," "Property type," "Guest rating" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to discover the most pocket-friendly Islay Island package deals. Want a simple trick to get even more savings? Have some flexibility with your departure dates and consider going away on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book an Islay Island holiday as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your next Islay Island break by booking a tailored holiday package. Check the "Package" heading, then enter your destination and travel dates to see some great hotel and flight prices. Bundle everything into a neat package and you can save hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a rental car and you may land a better deal.
When to book a holiday package to Islay Island?
Score amazing discounts by reserving your flights in advance with Expedia. If spontaneity is more your thing, grab one of our last-minute deals for an impromptu Islay Island adventure.
How to plan a trip to Islay Island?

  1. Choose when to get away: Check your schedule and get your bags packed. Your preferred time of year and the activities available will also help you decide when to holiday in Islay Island.
  2. Calculate your budget: Ensure you have enough money to pay for everything from transportation and dining out to airfares and activities. Your accommodation will likely be the biggest expense during your trip to Islay Island.
  3. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're more familiar with Islay Island, you can work out the right length of your holiday. Create a draft plan and give yourself enough time to cover everything you want to see.
  4. Bundle your accommodation and airfare: After you've nailed down your dates and duration, lock in the ideal Islay Island holiday package for you.

Discover the most popular places to visit in Islay Island

Ardbeg Distillery

Ardbeg Distillery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ardbeg Distillery during your trip to Port Ellen. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Ardbeg Distillery

Lagavulin Distillery

4/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Lagavulin Distillery during your trip to Lagavulin. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Lagavulin Distillery

Laphroaig Distillery

5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Laphroaig Distillery in Port Ellen. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Laphroaig Distillery

What to do in Islay Island

Islay: Caol Ila Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting

Islay: Caol Ila Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting

NZ$47
per adult
Islay: Caol Ila Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting
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* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.