The Machrie Hotel & Golf Links

Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, United Kingdom
Superb
111 reviews
9.4

Check-in dates

07.10.2026
to
08.10.2026

Guests and Rooms

2 adults · 0 children · 1 room
Location

Located in Islay Island, Another Place, The Machrie is within a 10-minute drive of Ardmore Islands and Kildalton Chapel. This golf hotel is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Laphroaig Distillery and 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from Lagavulin Distillery.

Amenities

When the weather is fine, head down to the private beach, or play a round or two at the golf course. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 47 guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Enjoy British cuisine at The Machrie, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

An Tràigh - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
White Hart Beach - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Kilnaughton Beach - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Ardmore Islands - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Kildalton Chapel - 6.4 km / 4 mi
The Singing Sands - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Laphroaig Distillery - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
Lagavulin Distillery - 10.4 km / 6.4 mi
Ardbeg Distillery - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
Port an Eas - 12.4 km / 7.7 mi
Bowmore Distillery - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Islay Ales - 17.6 km / 11 mi
Finlaggan Visitor Centre - 23.8 km / 14.8 mi
Kilchoman Distillery - 26 km / 16.2 mi
Bruichladdich Distillery - 26.3 km / 16.4 mi

The nearest airports are:
Islay (ILY) - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Campbeltown (CAL) - 128 km / 79.5 mi
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 294.1 km / 182.7 mi
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 234.7 km / 145.8 mi

Business Amenities

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.

National Ratings

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

Renovations

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 17 to February 13:

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Golf course
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Sauna
  • Spa

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Facilities

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Mountain biking nearby
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Fishing nearby
Food and water bowls
Number of meeting rooms - 2
Television in common areas
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Arcade/game room
Garden
Bicycle rentals nearby
Free newspapers in lobby
Boat tours nearby
Golf driving range on site
Golf lessons on site
Children's games
Private beach nearby
Luggage storage
Hunting nearby
Horse riding nearby
Porter/bellhop
24-hour front desk
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Number of restaurants - 1
Spa services on site
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snack bar/deli
Sauna
Laundry facilities
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Free self parking
Kayaking nearby
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Terrace
Golf course on site
Bicycle rentals on site
Concierge services

Helpful Information

Check-in / Check-out
Check-in from: 3:00 PM
Check-out until: 11:00 AM
Additional check-in information
  • 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
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Cashless transactions are available
Check-in Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Optional Fees
  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95–19.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 40.00 per pet, 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.

Know Before You Go
  • Reservations are required for golf tee times and massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Guest rating

9.4
Superb
111 reviews
Comfort
9.4
Overall
9.4
Service
9.4
Amenities
9.2
Condition
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Neighborhood
9.2
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