Kinloch Lodge Hotel

Accommodation
We particularly like the spectacular location; most rooms have views across the sea-Loch na Dal or the mountains. The hotel is also a short distance from the Skye Bridge and the ferry port of Armadale. Rooms are uncluttered serene, and tastefully decorated, with luxury linen and top-notch beds.

Room options
The Cosy Double Rooms with Sea View are elegantly designed and decorated that overlook the lawns towards Loch na Dal.

The Luxury Rooms are more sizeable, have little reading nooks with sofas or armchairs and lovely bathrooms with separate bath and shower.

Suite options
The Suites are the most spacious accommodation at the hotel and feel like a Scottish home away from home. They have separate, comfy seating areas and stunning bathrooms that overlook Loch na Dal.

Restaurant
Surrounding Kinloch Lodge are some of the most productive fishing grounds globally; the landscape of the Highlands and Islands yields venison, pigeon, lamb and beef. Not forgetting many Scottish kinds of cheese, such as Hebridean Blue and Mull Cheddar, can be found on the menu.

The wine offering is uncomplicated and designed to match the menus; choosing the wine will be stress-free and satisfying.

Facilities
At Kinloch Lodge, there are different activities that we can tailor to all ages, abilities and wishes. Go foraging for ingredients in Kinloch Forest or the shores of Loch na Dal or explore the grounds on foot.

History
The Norman Invasion of Britain in 1066 ad brought control to these isles with an iron fist. Back then, property and land were the only things of real value; protecting it, enclosing it became a priority for the conquerors. The invaders (the Normans) were originally from Norway; they were Norse-Men, not French at all – they were of Viking origin. This war-like race controlled parts of France (Normandy), regions of the Mediterranean and more.

The Normans introduced the idea of forest law, whereby large regions were subject to the crown and designated hunting grounds, which, as it turns out, is ideal for warfare training and horsemanship. The Scottish King’s liked this idea and followed suit; the result was hunting lodges springing up across Britain, plays to stay for the weary hunter when many miles from the nearest castle or town. Kinloch Lodge is a legacy of those times.

The Macdonald family home
Kinloch Lodge is an authentic 16th-century hunting lodge and once the family home for the Macdonald family. Claire and Godfrey Macdonald opened the lodge in the 1970s and had no choice but to learn how to run a small family hotel very quickly – they had no formal training. Overtime improvements came with experience, along with the accolades. Claire is a well-known cook and writer, and Godfrey is the 34th hereditary chief of the Macdonald clan.

Claire and Godfrey’s daughter Isabella Macdonald now runs the hotel after a career at British Airways and The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh.

Touring Guide
Take a walk or hike from the hotel straight into the haunting beauty of mountainous Skye. You will never forget the landscapes, the mist, and Lochside walks; this is a romantic place and is why we feature the Isle of Skye on the suggested Honeymoon in Scotland itinerary.

Your Driver-Guide will be on hand to take you around the Island in the most efficient way, enthralling you with local anecdotes. Your guide and our office will coordinate any adventure activities you may wish to include. Our Scotland Adventure is ideal for those of you more active. Check out our list of suggested Scotland tours here.

Visit the medieval stronghold that defended Britain from a Viking invasion known as Eilean Donan Castle. Then, find out if you’d be good at deer stalking or sea fishing on your Private driver-guided Tour of Scotland.