Whisk yourself away to our award winning 17th Century Drovers Inn and one of the highest rated Argyll hotels on Tripadvisor nestled on the lochside in the picturesque village of Ardfern, on Scotland's dramatic west coast.
With a homely traditional public bar, a lounge bar where modern meets traditional, our panoramic restaurant and function suite with one of the best views for dining, not forgetting our seven comfortable and tastefully decorated bedrooms, there's something to meet everyone's needs.Also not forgetting our beer garden and sundeck in front of the restaurant affording unparallelled views along Loch Craignish and out to Jura and Scarba.
With a homely traditional public bar, a lounge bar where modern meets traditional, our panoramic restaurant and function suite with one of the best views for dining, not forgetting our seven comfortable and tastefully decorated bedrooms, there's something to meet everyone's needs.Also not forgetting our beer garden and sundeck in front of the restaurant affording unparallelled views along Loch Craignish and out to Jura and Scarba.
Services
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We recommend above all our Uist suite, however our Gigha suite is also suitable. We are always here to advise as dependant upon severity of disability is may be possible to use any of our rooms. Please note everything is on the ground floor, no steps above disability threshold limits in the building.
Stunning views over Loch Craignish through panoramic picture windows, excellent fresh food and a bottle of fine wine to savour. And after dinner why not sit on our comfy sofas. The perfect recipe to a wonderful meal and evening. Our Restaurant and Function Room with its massive picture window gives all diners unparalleled, breathtaking views across Loch Craignish.
Where modern meets traditional. A cosy environment for exquisite dining whether it be summer or winter. The perfect place to sample some of our 50 malt whiskies or our specialist gins after dinner. Our Lounge Bar is very welcoming and we invite you to join us for a pre or post dinner drink. We have a great range of spirits, beers, wine and whisky to choose from.
Our Public Bar is in the oldest part of the Inn circa 1680 and is a characterful place to meet, have a drink and chat with friends or enjoy top sports events. Enjoy a meal by the roaring fire or meet the locals who frequent the bar. Enjoy a game of darts or take advantage of our adjoining pool room, or for the more traditional bar pastimes, we have chess, draughts, backgammon, cards and dominoes too.
Reviews (10)
Bill Cook
Jan 27, 2022
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Ness Baker
Dec 18, 2021
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My husband and I stayed here as part of our trip around Scotland for our 10th Wedding Anniversary in early November. We booked two nights and wished we stayed longer. Our journey to the hotel was severely delayed by motorway accidents and the weather so we ended up arriving at the hotel very late. We rang ahead and explained the situation and the staff were amazing. They arranged for soup and sandwiches to be put aside for us for when we eventually arrived. During our stay the staff were very friendly and helpful. Had lots of knowledge of local places to go and see. Our only disappointment is that
Joshua Sebastian Roberts
Oct 31, 2021
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Owner is a little bit of an odd bloke and his son kept playing jazz drums which kept me awake, not impressed. ordered a pint and they didnt even have any stella, owner must've drunk it all 😥
Bathroom was full of poo which was rather unpleasant.
Restaurant was ok although i much preferred to eat at the nice little cafe across the road as the chef there is phenomenal.
In general my stay was ok, probably won't be returning though
Bathroom was full of poo which was rather unpleasant.
Restaurant was ok although i much preferred to eat at the nice little cafe across the road as the chef there is phenomenal.
In general my stay was ok, probably won't be returning though
Linda Wilson
Sep 19, 2021
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Staff were very disorganized and couldn't make up their minds if they were wearing face masks or not during our visit
Service was extremely slow despite 4 staff for no more than 10 tables.
Food was very disappointing and lacked presentation. Portion sizes small for price they were charging.
Quality of customer service extremely poor and we felt like we were an inconvenience being there.
Whole experience was very disappointing. Would definitely not return.
Service was extremely slow despite 4 staff for no more than 10 tables.
Food was very disappointing and lacked presentation. Portion sizes small for price they were charging.
Quality of customer service extremely poor and we felt like we were an inconvenience being there.
Whole experience was very disappointing. Would definitely not return.
Victoria Powell
Sep 16, 2021
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Best part of our visit was the young man behind the bar, even though run ragged, he was still pleasant and helpful. However, the maturer couple in the bar, whether they were the owners or help, made us feel like an inconvenience, when you're in hospitality, you maintain a public image, as you are your business, these two however should just give up. We spent a fair amount here for mediocre food and service. Wouldn't recommend.
Laurence Hasson
Sep 14, 2021
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John Young
Aug 21, 2021
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Jane Perry
Aug 08, 2021
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A fabulous overnight stay in the newly refurbished hotel. Staff were so friendly and the food was delicious. Lemon sole was the special of the day cooked beautifully and hubby had the Cullen skink. Beautiful setting complimented by the Scottish sunshine. Very tough providing top service with so few staff but a little kindness, patience and appreciation for all we’ve been through went a long way. Thanks to Nicola for making our stay so memorable. We’d love to return one day.
Stuart Logue
Jul 08, 2021
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July 2 2021
Had dinner here as it is the only place open at night for food.
My son ordered a chicken burger £13 , frozen burger .
Partner had fish and chips, swimming in oil, not much of a taste.
I had a burger, again a frozen burger.
I don't like to leave a bad review but it is what it is.
The owner is missing a trick here, it could be a fantastic place . Get a chief in with a bit of knowledge and ambition who only wants to cook fresh handmade food. Goldmine.
The staff were great .
Had dinner here as it is the only place open at night for food.
My son ordered a chicken burger £13 , frozen burger .
Partner had fish and chips, swimming in oil, not much of a taste.
I had a burger, again a frozen burger.
I don't like to leave a bad review but it is what it is.
The owner is missing a trick here, it could be a fantastic place . Get a chief in with a bit of knowledge and ambition who only wants to cook fresh handmade food. Goldmine.
The staff were great .
Rab Nichol
Jul 07, 2021
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