Isle of Mull Travel Guide

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Isle of Mull featuring a small town or village and street scenes
Explore an island fringed by rugged basalt crags and white-sand beaches, where brightly colored waterfront cottages and medieval castles stand watch over the sea.

The Isle of Mull contains centuries of myth and history amid its vivid landscapes of pink-granite beaches and velvet-green hillsides. Crowned by the peak of Ben More and bordered by stunning bays and beaches, the largest of the islands of Argyll has been inhabited since the last ice age and is speckled with fascinating historical sites. Discover ruined castles and magnificent mansions overlooking charming hamlets and soaring sea cliffs.

Stroll along the waterfront of Tobermory, the island’s main town. The brightly painted façades of the waterfront cottages are reflected in the still waters of the natural harbor. You’ll find the Mull Museum here, as well as an arts center, an aquarium and restaurants serving the island’s fantastic local produce, including cheeses and smoked salmon. Stop by the distillery to sample two different single-malt whiskies.

Uncover some of Mull’s enduring heritage and head to Loch Buie to see a Bronze Age stone circle and a ruined medieval castle. From the Iron Age, you’ll find fortified duns and crannogs. Duart Castle is a beautifully preserved 13th-century castle that holds the history of one of Scotland’s oldest clans.

The Isle of Mull has a varied coastline of breathtaking sea cliffs and beautiful beaches. See pretty Calgary Bay Beach and Kilninian on the island’s northern shores. Check out Carsaig to the south. Jump on board a wildlife-watching cruise and spot a diversity of sea birds, including puffins and rare sea eagles. You might also spot sharks, dolphins and pods of whales. Check out neighboring islands, such as the sacred island of Iona or Staffa, with its fascinating basalt rock formations.

You can also survey the coastline from land by climbing Ben More, the 3,169-foot (965-meter) mountain crossed with a network of walking trails.

The island is situated in the Inner Hebrides on Scotland’s southwest coast. Cross the Sound of Mull by ferry from Oban, Lochaline or Kilchoan. Oban is around 2.5-hours’ drive from Glasgow’s international airport. Drive, cycle or catch buses around Mull. Be sure to take care on the island’s narrow and winding roads.

Park Lodge Hotel
Park Lodge Hotel
3 out of 5
Western Road, Isle of Mull, Scotland
The price is NZ$320 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$320
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this inn in Isle of Mull. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
"Ideal location, above Tobermory main street with good parking."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Park Lodge Hotel
The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
4 out of 5
Off The A849, Craignure, Isle of Mull, Scotland
The price is NZ$366 per night from 13 May to 14 May
NZ$366
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Isle of Mull. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (109 reviews)
"Mull is a beautiful island and this hotel the best 👌 We visit Mull for the peace and tranquility with wildlife exploration and it never disappoints. The breakfasts are brilliant and the staff really friendly."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa
Roslyn House
Roslyn House
3 out of 5
24 Breadalbane street, Isle of Mull, Scotland
The price is NZ$519 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$519
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this guesthouse in Isle of Mull. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions An Tobar Arts Centre and Mull Theatre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Stunning property
"Stunning house with amazing complimentary items in your room and self-service breakfast. I unfortunately didn’t receive a check-in code after registering so had to phone the on-call number on arrival. Not sure it was the house’s fault though. Could have been hotels.com. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Roslyn House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Castle Cottage. 2 Bedrooms. Sleeps 3.
Castle Cottage. 2 Bedrooms. Sleeps 3.
Aros
Stay at this vacation home in Isle of Mull. Enjoy a garden, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Shiaba Ruins and Wings ...
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Best stay ever.. with a castle and hens!
"We absolutely loved this cottage, peaceful location with stunning views of a 13th Century castle with hens, deer and bird life in your 'front garden'. Very clean and wonderful walks to the loch through woodland. Aldo great location to reach other parts of this wonderful isle of Mull. Richard and ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Castle Cottage. 2 Bedrooms. Sleeps 3.
Dairy Cottage. 3 Bedroom Cottage. Sleeps 5
Dairy Cottage. 3 Bedroom Cottage. Sleeps 5
Aros
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Isle of Mull. Enjoy a garden, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
A fantastic cottage
"It was perfect in everyway clean and our hosts were great as well and the location again was spot on so it`s a ten from me and my two mates .. thank you ."

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2024

Dairy Cottage. 3 Bedroom Cottage. Sleeps 5
An Cala - Spacious house with stunning sea-views
An Cala - Spacious house with stunning sea-views
Tobermory
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Isle of Mull. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and tennis courts. Popular attractions An Tobar Arts Centre and Mull Theatre ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Very comfortable house with beautiful views
"We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was very roomy and comfortable. The beds were extrememly comfortable and we loved hanging out in the living room area watching the storms outside. The view is gorgeous. It was really nice having a washer and dryer and also being able to turn the heater on ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct. 2023

An Cala - Spacious house with stunning sea-views
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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3 Aug 2019

This is a must visit place. Unique scenery, roads and local flavor. Only Mull had all this to offer in such a small areaeven of they are one lane roads.

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