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Bridgend Hotel is a traditional coaching inn situated at the heart of Islay. It is ideally situated for exploring the island and provides a welcoming and comfortable place to stay where the aim is to provide the best of Islay produce.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Fishing
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Non-smoking hotel
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Breakfast buffet
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Well located to get around Islay, welcoming and friendly staff, pleasant and clean room, good breakfast and overall a great spot, would definitely go back! If anyone at the hotel reads this, pleeaaase help me find the wonderful smelling toiletries you provided, as I neglected to write the name!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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After spending time in Edinburgh and Glasgow, this was the perfect place to end our stay in Scotland. Islay is magical and the Bridgend is the picture perfect bed and breakfast on the island. The staff is so accommodating; so welcoming. Our room overlooked the green across the road; the stars that came out at might were gorgeous. The dinners we had there on both nights of our stay were 5-star delicious. Can recommend very highly - you will enjoy every bit of our stay.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: The bus into town stops right outside the hotel and we took it in and back on our first day. ...
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I stayed here for 5 nights as part of a birdwatching tour. The room was comfortable, clean and tidy. Plenty of hot water good shower. WiFi available. The food was of a good standard, service excellent. All staff were friendly and helpful. Popular with locals, restaurant always busy. Good selection of Islay malts. Comfortable lounge to enjoy a dram. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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We visited Bridgend Hotel for 3 nights in September. We had an amazing time . The rooms were beautiful and clean. The food was delicious, we had breakfast every day and ate there twice for dinner. All the staff were so friendly and genuinely wished for you to have a wonderful stay . I would recommend this hotel .
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The hotel is ideally located in the middle of the island. We had a superb time there and beyond our expectation. The room was pleasant as a standard double and the bed particularly comfortable Quality of the food was great. We enjoyed two dinners at the restaurant as well as the general cosy ambiance of the hotel. However what made our stay so enjoyable was the friendliest and helpfulness of all the staff. It feels that the manager knows what he wants from his staff and has recruited so well. Thank you Ian and the team.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Do book early as there is limited accommodation of this type on the island
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We got married here on 12th August 2023 and arrived at the hotel a few days before. From the start Iain and his team did absolutely everything they could for us to make our Islay wedding easy! We had regular teams meetings to discuss logistics of the wedding and Iain's wedding expertise is second to none! I will admit (just) that I am a perfectionist and do event planning as my job although not in a wedding capacity so my expectations were high. I have no issue in saying that Iain and his team absolutely blew me away and exceeded my expectations. I honestly couldn't have made the day better infact they made it better in all the little things that were happening backstage! From the moment we got there we had amazing meals every night and on the wedding day the food was of such a high standard that my guests are still taking about the islay Estates Beef....and I regret not having that as my wedding meal as it looked beautiful! If anyone is looking for a lovely intimate venue for a wedding with extremely friendly and professional staff then you will not be disappointed! The staff that served us (which was probably the whole hotel over the few days we were there) were probably the highest standard I've had in a very very long time. All of them went over and beyond and nothing was an issue at all - a true islay trait! They all clearly like being there and will turn their hand to helping in any department. I believe this is down to good management of the hotel so thank you all very much. I really can't thank everyone enough for making our wedding day so magical and memorable. Best hotel on the island...in my opinion! Although I do have the evidence to back that statement up! Thanks again everyone! X…
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Book here! You'll not be disappointed!!!
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We stayed at the Brigend Hotel as a part of our honeymoon and had an amazing experience. One thing to say upfront (and this is not unique to Brigend) is that it is CRITICAL to book any taxis you need at least a day in advance. The taxi companies on Islay are all small companies with just a few cars so it is very difficult to get a cab on the fly. Either rent a car (also must be planned in advance) or expect to order taxi pickups/drop-offs well in advance. Now onto Brigend specifically… We arrived before check-in and Pete was very helpful getting our stuff stored and got us a pot of tea to enjoy in the lounge. When we had a hard time getting a taxi to take us into Port Ellen Pete checked on us several times and tried calling taxis himself to help us find one. The hotel room was lovely, and the bed was extremely comfortable, and the dinner was excellent (highly recommend the mac n cheese). The only negative comment I have is that when I booked the room, I emailed the hotel telling them about our plan to visit distilleries via taxi and asked if that was feasible. They never responded to the email. Had they responded, we would have been aware of the limitations and made sure we were covered. While we were able to work things out thanks to Lam Taxi, it added a lot of stress when we arrived on Islay that could have easily been avoided. …
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We got lucky as the hotel had a cancellation. We were having a less pleasant experience elsewhere, so moved to Brigend Hotel for our final night. All staff were very friendly and welcoming, with a special mention to Mia (I think that was her name), who we saw in the evening and at breakfast. She really made our stay. We had a small double, which was fine for us. The only thing I would say is that perhaps I’d take out the desk and put a bedside table on both sides of the bed. The shower was great, and the toiletries were lovely. The bed was comfy and the bedding was soft and cosy. Finally, breakfast was fantastic! A good choice, using a lot of tasty local produce. We definitely hope to return sometime!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank you to Iain and all the staff at Bridgend hotel , The food was Amazing and the customer service was over and above ! my family and I had a lovely night out and enjoyed every moment! Thank you all again
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Lovely hotel . Friendly staff We had a great room with a lovely view of the gardens . Comfortable bed and bathroom excellent. Food in the restaurant was excellent and breakfast was good We stayed two nights and found the bar area to be totally relaxing You could eat there or the more formal restaurant area and both were well serviced
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Good sized car park if travelling by car
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US$121 - US$147 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bridgend Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Bridgend Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Islay Outdoors (4.3 miles), Finlaggan (4.8 miles), and RSPB Loch Gruinart Reserve (4.0 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Bridgend Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Bridgend Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Bridgend Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Peatzeria, Bridgend Hotel Restaurant, and Harbour Inn.
Are pets allowed at Bridgend Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Bridgend Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Finlaggan (4.8 miles).
Is Bridgend Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.