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Argyll Hotel

Isle of Iona, PA76 6SJ, Scotland
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glasgow,scotland
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96 reviews 96 reviews
92 hotel reviews
Reviews in 83 cities Reviews in 83 cities
114 helpful votes 114 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

We have eaten in the restaurant regularly for the last 2 years, the food was always good and varied.There are changes in the kitchen this year, we were a bit apprehensive, but having eaten there 3 times last week, we are delighted to find that the standard is still high, with imaginative food, and a good variety of daily changing... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
13 May 2013

I am very glad that your apprehensions were put to rest, and you find the new menu and specials to be so appealing. I look forward to welcoming you back for more dinners later in the year. More

Newcastle
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27 reviews 27 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Like our recent visit to the Tobermory Hotel, this building is, I guess, a relatively old hotel and the bedrooms are quite small since they have added en-suite facilities to most. The owners have compensated for this by having 3-4 different lounges that you can go into. However two things need to be taken into account. Sometimes Iona can be... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Dear Dr Colin, I greatly appreciate your kind comments and am delighted that your stay with us was so pleasing. More

Dumfries, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We arrived to a warm welcome and shown to cosy room with a superb view out to sea. Bathroom was compact and functional except that there is only a hand-held shower. Refillable bottles of organic shampoo, conditioner and shower/bath gel was a nice touch except that the bath gel was solid and unpourable. Dinner on the first night: Shown to... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Dear Sue, Thank you for the range of comments made and I am glad that overall we made a good impression. I have passed your comments on to the chef regarding the food, and I can only apologise for lack of consistency in the scrambled eggs and bread service. As regards the seating, we have 4 sun lounge tables which... More

Devizes, United Kingdom
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84 reviews 84 reviews
80 hotel reviews
Reviews in 77 cities Reviews in 77 cities
77 helpful votes 77 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We did not stay at the hotel but ate dinner here on two evenings. It was very good food each time,with efficient and friendly service. Gorgeous langoustines with very garlicky aioli; beautifully cooked scallops with herb croutons and delicate lemon sauce; salmon with beans, chorizo and carrot purée; lentil fritters with Middle Eastern flavourings, yoghurt, tempura beets and sweet potato... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Dear Myrtle, I am delighted that you enjoyed the food so much. We take time to prepare our ingredients to get the best results so it is very satisfying to know people appreciate the dishes. More

London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We had a great welcome from Wendy and Rob who catered for every need. Great breakfast with views over the sea. Fine dining evening meal with excellent choice. This hotel is 150 years old so don't expect large rooms. Also our en suite not good for me with only a hand shower in bath. Wifi available in dining room. Only... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you for your very kind comments. I am glad that you felt so welcomed and looked after. More

Belper
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We stayed for 5 nights from 6th April and had an excellent time. The weather was sunny and the hospitality and service at the hotel was as usual so very good. This is our 6th time of staying and the second time under the present ownership. We will return next year. The food is of a high standard and the... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Dear Marian and Stephen, Thank you for your comments. It was lovely to have you back to stay again, and I am so glad that the improvements impressed you. Best wishes from us all. More

Gullane, United Kingdom
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41 reviews 41 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2012

We stayed here as part of a group of cyclists. Booking was easy and they coped well all the changes I made. Wonderful location with views over the sound to Mull and a garden that goes down to the water. Staff are very friendly and dealt with 9 tired and wet cyclists very well. Rooms are fine for a hotel... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
16 November 2012

Thanks for this review Jeremy. I'm glad you all felt welcomed and we appreciated your humour and company too. More

St Albans
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012

Stayed at the Argyll Hotel in October for 3 nights and had a wonderful stay. I have stayed at the hotel before a couple of occasions but that was a few years ago. My room was cosy and very comfortable and they had upgraded me as well. Next time I will bring a friend and book a seaview room! The... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
16 November 2012

Your kind comments are much appreciated - thank you. We look forward to welcoming you back next year with your friend. More

Perth, Australia
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156 reviews 156 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 50 cities Reviews in 50 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2012

We stayed here for 3 nights in April and it was just wonderful. The young staff were so friendly and helpful. The rooms comfortable. But best of all was the food, it was fresh, delicious and generous portions. The freshly made bread was beautiful. The weather was pretty wild while we were there, but beautiful to look out on from... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
20 October 2012

I am delighted that you found our hotel so welcoming and the food to your taste! We look forward to your return. More

arbroath
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35 reviews 35 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

After spending the afternoon walking the island from South to North (and back to the hotel), it was bliss to sink into my lovely jacuzzi bath! Our room was spotlessly clean, comfortable and quaint - that is such a twee word, but it was just lovely! We could not have been made more welcome and nor could the dog. We... More

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ArgyllProprietors, Owner at Argyll Hotel, responded to this review
17 October 2012

I am delighted that your visit was so enjoyable! Thank you for taking the time to make your comments - it is much appreciated. More

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Also Known As:
Argyll Hotel Isle Of Iona
Argyll Hotel Iona, Scotland
Address: Isle of Iona, PA76 6SJ, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > The Hebrides > Iona
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Restaurant
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Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Iona
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