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West Highland Hotel

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel in Mallaig with free parking

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Relax in a serene hot tub with a breathtaking view of the water.
Cozy bedroom with two single beds, a large window, and a warm ambiance.
Enjoy a serene view of the water from the large window, and unwind in the spacious hot tub with its easy-to-use control panel.
Enjoy a drink at the bar, where a selection of beverages is available and chalkboard menus showcase the latest offerings.
Relax in a cozy library with a leather sofa, armchair, and floor lamp, surrounded by a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
18 July - 19 July

Room options

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Cosy Twin

Cosy Twin

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cosy Double

Cosy Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Studio

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Triple Room

Classic Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Davies Brae, Mallaig, Scotland, PH41 4QZ

What's nearby

  • Mallaig Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Circular Walk - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Camusdarach Beach - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Morar Beach - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 34 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Mallaig Station - 2 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jaffy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Tea Garden Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mission Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cabin Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bakehouse & Crannog - ‬3 min walk

About this property

West Highland Hotel

Hotel by the sea
A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at West Highland Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Outdoor furniture, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Travel cots, electric kettles and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • West Bar

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1901
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 20 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 16 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

West Highland Hotel
West Highland Hotel Mallaig
West Highland Mallaig
West Highland Hotel Mallaig, Scotland
West Highland Hotel Hotel
West Highland Hotel Mallaig
West Highland Hotel Hotel Mallaig

Frequently asked questions

Is West Highland Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, West Highland Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at West Highland Hotel?

As of 13 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at West Highland Hotel on 18 Jul 2025 start from NZ$333.49, 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 West Highland Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at West Highland Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at West Highland Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is West Highland Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Mallaig Heritage Centre and Circular Walk. Camusdarach Beach is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away. Mallaig Station is only a 2-minute walk.

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West Highland Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 568 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really homely comfortable hotel. Bedroom had a magnificent view out across to the islands.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, the Terrace Restaurant was good, and the room was large enough and clean. Cozy place. The hotel does not have a lift ...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view and quiet environment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views are great. Near the ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, but rather small room and bathroom. Breakfast not included.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed here on motorcycle trip. Service was really friendly with good communication. Hotel is dating a bit but clean and comfortable. Thought it was expensive overall.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

The room was very small and old the bathroom was long and skinny. The worst thing was that the hot water was out in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rene

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Comfortable room, good restaurant great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay and the view was just magnificent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views across water, convenient location, staff, has a restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay. The staff were wonderful the accommodation querky. Just great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to take the ferry, room was beautiful with a nice view, dinner was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good restful night with great sea views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

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

Overnight stay

Nice place. Friendly staff. Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely breathtaking view - enjoyed the sunset right from our room!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Greta Palace. Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stop on our way back from Skye. Beautiful views and comfortable, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and view. Large room with private patio extremely convenient for bar restaurant and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very nice hotel. The staff was really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect for our stay before and after our trip to the small isles.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, beautiful location with great views, excellent restaurant for dinner and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and hotel overall
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful views. Staff was kind and helpful. Facilities were very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place with good view and convenient to train and ferry and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and a great breakfast buffet in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023