Loch Leven Hotel & Distillery - North Ballachulish
56.68992, -5.1797Overview
Historic loch-side hotel with an in-house distillery in North Ballachulish
Accommodations & Glamping Pods
Loch Leven Hotel & Distillery offers en-suite bedrooms with unique decor and luxury glamping pods with underfloor heating. The pods include a private terrace and are set on the hotel grounds, a short walk from the main building. Family rooms and pet-friendly rooms are also available.
Dining & Local Produce
The Loch View Restaurant serves award-winning dinner and breakfast using seasonal local produce, with panoramic views of the loch and mountains. The menu features Highland lamb, Highland beef, and mussels, with a continental and buffet breakfast each morning. A snack bar and kids' meals are available for families.
Distillery & Gin-Making Classes
Loch Leven Hotel and Distillery produces hand-crafted gin and rum on site, with bespoke gin-making classes offered to guests. The historic Old Ferry Bar, dating back to the 1700s, stocks a wide selection of local spirits. Guests can sample the hotel's own gin and rum before dinner.
Location & Outdoor Activities
The hotel sits on the banks of Loch Leven, with direct beachfront access and a garden leading to the water. Nearby attractions include Glencoe, Fort William, and hiking trails around the loch, with cycling, fishing, and golf courses available. Guests can use the hotel as a base for skiing in winter and walking year-round.
Pet-Friendly & Family Amenities
Loch Leven Hotel & Distillery North Ballachulish welcomes pets with pet bowls and pet-friendly rooms, and offers board games and a picnic area for families. The property has accessible parking and facilities for disabled guests, with CCTV and smoke alarms for safety. Community events and outdoor experiences are held on site, fostering local culture.
- Location: Loch-side setting near Glencoe and Fort William, with hiking and skiing access
- Accommodations: En-suite rooms and luxury glamping pods with underfloor heating and private terraces
- Dining: Loch View Restaurant serving award-winning seasonal cuisine and full Scottish breakfast
- Distillery: On-site gin and rum production with bespoke gin-making classes and historic Old Ferry Bar
- Pet & Family: Pet-friendly rooms, family rooms, board games, and picnic area with direct beach access
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
1 m²
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Shower
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Heating
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Room size:
1 m²
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Shower
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Heating
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Room size:
1 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Express check-in/ -out
VIP check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Loch Leven Hotel & Distillery
| 💵 Lowest room price | 94 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 400 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 42.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Oban, OBN |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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