Cool and scenic castle with an engaging family history and a lovely setting. Definitely a high spot of visiting Mull. The castle is undergoing badly needed restoration, but the collection and internal aspects are all intact. There are also WCs, cafe, and gift shop on site.

What a gorgeous castle and setting. The renovations are a credit to the people working on it. It is so good to see the castle been renovated instead of letting it go derelict. We paid to see inside and it was really interesting, lots of information boards. It does have narrow steps between each floor but if you can’t get to the next level there is a television set up showing and telling you what the rooms look like. We also walked around the outside of the castle to Duart Bay. Lots of lovely wild orchids at this time of year. There is also a lovely tearoom serving light lunches and lovely homemade cakes. Also toilet facilities. Plenty of room for motor home parking.

Probably the. Best castle visit I have ever done . The familial links with the castle are a particularly nice touch, A really nice property and with the links to clan Maclean it is a great celebration of clan histories and traditions, if only all the clans had a similar opportunity ! Really enjoyed thank you

Fabulous castle with very helpful guides and a very interesting history! For the entry price it is a must visit! The cafe on the other hand was not great (hence 4 instead of 5 stars), the cream tea was not a great price and the scone was like a rock on the outside with the cream tasting almost cheesy? Would recommend the castle but skip the cafe

Clan MacLean is part of my family tree, and visiting the ancestral castle was a magical experience. I was deeply moved by the castle’s commitment to preserving and teaching about the clan history, but also by the clear efforts to provide outreach and a central meeting point to the wider MacLean family around the world. Displays throughout the castle and grounds were educational, interesting, and connected historical events to living generations. Meeting Sir Lachlan, the current chief of the castle, was a highlight; he was so generous with his time and so funny! His dedication to creating a meaningful connection to ancestry was evident and moving. We heard from another couple who had been on their way to the castle on foot, and a car had pulled over and offered them a ride, and it was Sir Lachlan on his way back from running an errand in town. If you’re part Maclean, and visiting Duart to connect with this part of your heritage—yes, do it, highly encouraged; I also have to recommend staying at the lovely Pennygate Lodge in Craignure when you do. I met a distant relation who was also staying at Pennygate to finally see the family castle, we had a lovely chat, and I felt like part of a century-long goal to create a massive family-reunion had come true! You’re also missing out if you don’t get a pint at the Craignure Inn, and ask the locals if they have any stories to share about the castle or Sir Lachlan. Hilarious castle stories at the local pub was the perfect way to end a magnificent trip.