The Lochindaal Hotel in Port Charlotte is one of Islay's most traditional hotels. It is a family run establishment, having been in the MacLellan family for well over 100 years. Iain and Katie and their 5 children are the latest generation of MacLellans to have the privilege of running this lovely old pub. Over the years the pub has played host to many characters; friendly locals, holidaying visitors and many a famous face.
They all leave with a tale to tell about an evening at 'The Lochindaal'. The hotel also boasts an impressive collection of rare and unusual Islay and other malt whiskies which can be viewed from both bars. In the hotel during the colder months there are roaring peat and log fires and local musicians regularly entertain the guests with traditional Scottish music, attracting a merry audience.
The hotel has developed a great reputation for it's Seafood dinners and there are numerous excellent Trip Advisor reviews praising the freshness and the exceptional quality of the local seafood supplied by our great island fisherman who battle all weathers to get the seafood straight to the table that day.
They all leave with a tale to tell about an evening at 'The Lochindaal'. The hotel also boasts an impressive collection of rare and unusual Islay and other malt whiskies which can be viewed from both bars. In the hotel during the colder months there are roaring peat and log fires and local musicians regularly entertain the guests with traditional Scottish music, attracting a merry audience.
The hotel has developed a great reputation for it's Seafood dinners and there are numerous excellent Trip Advisor reviews praising the freshness and the exceptional quality of the local seafood supplied by our great island fisherman who battle all weathers to get the seafood straight to the table that day.
Services
The hotel has five letting rooms finished to a high standard.
We also offer a corporate set price for VAT registered businesses (100 per person) per night for 2 course dinner, en-suite single occupancy king bed and cooked breakfast.
Two ensuite rooms are situated to the rear of the main hotel building in the Peat House (2 king size rooms), they are a short walk to the main hotel via a couple of steps.
3 ensuite rooms are located on the first floor of the main hotel building up a flight of stairs situated over bar areas.
We also offer a corporate set price for VAT registered businesses (100 per person) per night for 2 course dinner, en-suite single occupancy king bed and cooked breakfast.
Two ensuite rooms are situated to the rear of the main hotel building in the Peat House (2 king size rooms), they are a short walk to the main hotel via a couple of steps.
3 ensuite rooms are located on the first floor of the main hotel building up a flight of stairs situated over bar areas.
Where possible our ingredients are locally sourced and this is always true of the seafood.
This arrives fresh off the local fishing boats in the afternoon to be cooked that very evening.
This is our signature dish and can either be served freshly cooked on a large Seafood Platter or cooked to your individual specifications.
Choose from a selection of lobster, crab, langoustine, scallops, oysters, mussels, sea bass, turbot and wild salmon - however we should point out that some seafood is subject to seasonal availability and due to Islay's ever-changing weather conditions, this can affect what we can source on the day.
This arrives fresh off the local fishing boats in the afternoon to be cooked that very evening.
This is our signature dish and can either be served freshly cooked on a large Seafood Platter or cooked to your individual specifications.
Choose from a selection of lobster, crab, langoustine, scallops, oysters, mussels, sea bass, turbot and wild salmon - however we should point out that some seafood is subject to seasonal availability and due to Islay's ever-changing weather conditions, this can affect what we can source on the day.
The Isle of Islay (pronounced "eye-la") is famous for its abundance of wildlife, beautiful scenery and several working whisky distilleries (which may be toured by appointment).
There are many golden sandy beaches which rarely ever have more than a couple of people on them at any one time - ideal for getting away from it all.
Port Charlotte is easily one of the prettiest villages on the island, situated on the Rhinns of Islay which lie on the west side of the island.
The village has its own post office/shop; a Field Centre, which offers a variety of activities for children based upon the bird and wildlife of Islay; the Museum of Islay Life with many fascinating exhibits; a working lighthouse which can be viewed by arrangement; there is also a well equipped play park designed and built by the local community found just outside the village at the Port Mhor Centre on the way to Portnahaven.
There are many golden sandy beaches which rarely ever have more than a couple of people on them at any one time - ideal for getting away from it all.
Port Charlotte is easily one of the prettiest villages on the island, situated on the Rhinns of Islay which lie on the west side of the island.
The village has its own post office/shop; a Field Centre, which offers a variety of activities for children based upon the bird and wildlife of Islay; the Museum of Islay Life with many fascinating exhibits; a working lighthouse which can be viewed by arrangement; there is also a well equipped play park designed and built by the local community found just outside the village at the Port Mhor Centre on the way to Portnahaven.
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