We had previously been to Port Appin but had stayed at The Pierhouse. We decided to give Airds Hotel a try this time. For such a beautiful location this hotel leaves a lot to be desired. The rooms are tired and there appears to be a distinct lack of management responsibility. The staff are good and helpful but appear overworked and stretched. The garden across the road could be a beautiful addition were it not so unkempt. A note on the summer house at the bottom says that guests wishing to play croquet or putting should collect the equipment from the hotel reception ------ with the length of the grass the equipment is probably still in situ but hidden in the lush undergrowth!!! I am led to believe that The Airds was seen as THE hotel in Port Appin, perhaps they are living on past glories because it certainly is not Number One now. The food, it must be said, is good although is not helped by the spartan decor of the dining room where you feel that you could be dining in a transport cafe. Having said the food is good the dining experience was derailed somewhat by the eye watering cost of the wines. This is not an hotel that we will be returning to any time soon

While we stayed the hotel seemed to lack a manager with attention to detail. The walk to the hotel door from the car park took us past some dreary lace curtains to a tiled entrance, which had not been swept for a good while, two empty planters that were full of cigarette butts, and tables and chairs, many of which had not been put out (most of which were heaped in the unkempt garden). The fire, which we were told was lit in the evenings, was not lit on two of the three evenings. Understaffing or laziness or perhaps penny pinching, or just no leadership? Certainly a false economy as not cozy enough to want to sit and sample a whisky or two after dinner The was next to no information on things to do in the area, maps or walk suggestions, in fact there were few nice touches that one might expect in a hotel. The food was nice, the service was fine, the staff were pleasant and perfectly competent. Overall though this hotel was lacking something except the fabulous location. If we return to Port Appin we will stay along the road at Pierpoint, where the food is better and there is a feeling the staff actually care that you have an enjoyable time.

Absolutely stunning stay at this hidden gem!Myself and my partner stayed for 2 nights and we had a fantastic time here our room was very spacious and had everything you could possibly need for a mini getaway!The staff were so friendly & welcoming & happy to accommodate anything you required.I asked Ellise at reception for ice/ice bucket & it was with us in a couple of minutes.Katie on the bar was so friendly and made us some delicious cocktails before we headed through for a delicious 5 star meal in the restaurant. We both had steaks for our main & it was cooked to perfection so tasty! Couldn’t recommend this restaurant more stunning views and our breakfast was also 10/10. Sean the manager couldn’t have been anymore attentive all round great well trained staff! A relaxing break we Will definitely be back!

We stayed here very happily 9 years ago under a previous ownership and felt that the hotel has some way to go to recapture what made Airds so special. Attention to detail is missing. Our original room had the heating on full blast on the hottest day of the year but we were moved without fuss. The second room had a loo with a broken valve. The refurbishment is ongoing but the new dining room lacks atmosphere and no bread for breakfast until the delivery man came after 9. That is ridiculous. The location is still sublime but it needs some careful thinking to keep it modern whilst not losing the luxurious atmosphere. The Pierhouse down the road is serious competition and is succeeding to bring in a younger, more sophisticated crowd.

Lovely hotel for a peaceful getaway. Staff are very friendly and very professional at what they do. Food and beverages are very good and the hotel is very clean. The surrounding area is very good for lovely walks to take in the scenery. I would recommend Airds hotel for a visit