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Your Highland Home Away from Home
Loch Leven Hotel has been a cornerstone of Highland hospitality since 1850, offering guests a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Nestled on the shores of Loch Leven in North Ballachulish, our family-run establishment invites visitors to experience the warmth of Scottish tradition amidst breathtaking natural scenery. With 12 en-suite rooms, including luxury pods and loch-view suites, we provide diverse accommodations tailored to individual preferences. Our Loch View Restaurant showcases locally sourced ingredients, from Argyll lamb to wild venison, complemented by an extensive whisky collection and craft ales.The award-winning Old Ferry Bar, celebrated as Scotland's Best Bar for three consecutive years, offers over 150 single malts and our own Loch Leven Signature Gin, distilled on-site at Pixel Spirits Distillery. Guests can participate in gin school experiences or explore our 13-mile Heritage Trail, while outdoor enthusiasts benefit from proximity to Ben Nevis and Glencoe Ski Centre. As part of WhiteStag Hospitality Limited, we maintain rigorous standards of service, accessibility, and sustainability, ensuring every visitor enjoys a memorable Highland retreat.
Services
Accommodation
Fine Dining
Distillery Tours
Event Hosting
Outdoor Activities
Highlights and features
- Established in 1850 with centuries-old hospitality traditions
- Award-winning bar with Scotland's largest whisky collection
- On-site craft distillery offering gin-making experiences
- Pet-friendly accommodations with dedicated dog-friendly walks
- Strategically located near Ben Nevis and Glencoe Ski Centre
What people say
Breathtaking loch views
Exceptional whisky selection
Award-winning bar service
Perfect Highland location
Memorable dining experience
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Our 12 en-suite rooms combine historic charm with modern comforts, featuring loch or mountain views, Scottish wool throws, and curated literature collections. Options include classic doubles, luxury pods with Bluetooth speakers, and accessible ground-floor suites with private terraces. All accommodations maintain traditional Highland aesthetics while providing contemporary amenities for a comfortable stay.
Fine Dining
The Loch View Restaurant offers seasonal menus showcasing local produce, including Argyll lamb, wild venison, and sustainably sourced seafood. Dishes incorporate foraged ingredients and garden herbs, paired with regional ales or wines from our extensive cellar. The dining experience combines elegant presentation with panoramic loch views through floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a memorable culinary journey through the Highlands.
Craft Distillery
Pixel Spirits Distillery provides hands-on gin-making experiences where guests create personalized spirits using local botanicals. The facility produces award-winning gin, rum, and vodka, available through guided tastings. Visitors can tour the distillery to learn about traditional methods adapted for modern craftsmanship, with all products served at our on-site bar and available for purchase as unique souvenirs.
Event Hosting
We specialize in hosting Scottish weddings and special occasions with traditional ceilidh dancing and customized menus. The venue accommodates both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, offering historic ambiance with modern event facilities. Our team provides personalized planning support to create memorable occasions that reflect Highland traditions and contemporary requirements.
Outdoor Activities
The hotel serves as a gateway to Highland adventures, with the West Highland Way trail nearby and Ben Nevis accessible within 30 minutes. Winter activities include skiing at Glencoe Ski Centre and Nevis Range, while summer offers kayaking, hiking, and wildlife watching. We provide expert local knowledge and equipment storage facilities to support guests' outdoor pursuits in Scotland's dramatic landscapes.
Questions
What accommodation options are available at Loch Leven Hotel?
We offer 12 en-suite rooms including classic doubles, luxury pods, loch-view suites, and accessible ground-floor accommodations with private terraces.
Does the hotel have dining facilities?
Yes, our Loch View Restaurant serves seasonal menus featuring local produce, with panoramic views of Loch Leven and the surrounding mountains.
Can guests participate in distillery experiences?
Yes, our on-site Pixel Spirits Distillery offers guided tours, tastings, and hands-on gin-making experiences for guests.
What outdoor activities are available nearby?
We're near Ben Nevis, Glencoe Ski Centre, and the West Highland Way trail, offering hiking, skiing, kayaking, and wildlife watching opportunities.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, most rooms accommodate pets with a £20 cleaning fee, and we provide dog-friendly walking maps and amenities.
Does the hotel host special events?
We specialize in Scottish weddings and celebrations, offering customized menus, ceilidh dancing, and historic venues for memorable occasions.
Reviews (6)
Sally Boulton
Jun 14, 2022
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We booked a Basic double room with breakfast, 118. We were given a room in an outbuilding which was a very poor conversion of a shed. The only window was tiny at thigh height! There was a piece of plastic covering a sky light and a large crack on the ceiling and the TV didn't work. I spoke to the lady in charge and she reluctantly moved us into the main hotel and so we had a pleasant stay. The hotel does need a lot of upgrading, unfortunately. The dinner menu was very expensive, 19 for fish and chips! But breakfast was good.
Michael McGinnes
Jun 02, 2022
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Great location, at the entrance to Loch Leven, in an older hotel but staff were excellent and so was the food at dinner and breakfast.
Kirsty Gordon
May 08, 2022
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This hotel was so welcoming and the staff were amazing. The food was great and the breakfast was great value for money and the local distillery Devils staircase gin was delish. We booked last minute and were in an out building which would be ok if you were used to hostels. If we return it would be to the hotel rooms all in all a wee gem of a place
Kara McLean
Dec 16, 2021
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For food purposes - ate at the bar as we were staying near by. It was an amazing experience from start to finish. Staff was very friendly and great at recommending- worth every penny! Food was huge sizes and honestly best mussels I've ever had
Sarah Clements
Dec 08, 2021
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We recently stayed for 2 nights and had a wonderful time! The location of this hotel is perfect for exploring the highlands and has easy access given the loch side location for walking around the loch which in itself is a delightful walk. Our meals on both nights were without exception marvellous. All credit given to the chef and kitchen staff! Our room was clean and freshly painted with bathroom amenities perfect for either a relaxing bath or a nice warm shower but most of all the mattress, this was so comfortable we slept really well on both nights!
I would score the hotel 3 to 4 stars, more to the 4 stars due to excellent hospitality and location however the whole trip and giving thanks to the staff and staying in this warm and welcoming hotel, we enjoyed a 5 star break - A birthday celebration thoroughly enjoyed!
I would score the hotel 3 to 4 stars, more to the 4 stars due to excellent hospitality and location however the whole trip and giving thanks to the staff and staying in this warm and welcoming hotel, we enjoyed a 5 star break - A birthday celebration thoroughly enjoyed!
Dianne Volunteer At SewingHub
Nov 20, 2021
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We stayed last night and we even got upgrade without being told that's how wonderful the hotel is. We wanted to book again in December because we had a great stay. The hotel is 3 * but we found the service 4*. animal friendly hotel also as we saw dogs. The chef well they deserve a michelin star for effort of food we had venison and chicken supreme. The rooms was spacious warm and the views at the hotel worth paying for.
The only thing we were disappointed about was the breakfast which seems a common theme in the reviews. I could buy all what I ate for fiver.no hot food apart from toast egg porridge where was the fry up we wanted to know.but other than that you wouldn't go wrong in staying here for a night it was the cheapest out of the area.
The only thing we were disappointed about was the breakfast which seems a common theme in the reviews. I could buy all what I ate for fiver.no hot food apart from toast egg porridge where was the fry up we wanted to know.but other than that you wouldn't go wrong in staying here for a night it was the cheapest out of the area.
