Welcome to Port Askaig Hotel

Port Askaig Hotel is a picturesque, family run Highland Inn on the shores of the Sound of Islay, overlooking the pier at which daily car ferries berth on arrival from the Scottish mainland. Due to its proximity to the ferry, the hotel offers easy access to Jura, Colonsay and the mainland. The hotel has been in family ownership for over 50 years.

Situated in arguably the best coastal location in Islay this old drove inn offers a mix of 11 double/twin/family rooms + 2 single rooms - all with en-suite facilities. Our Self Catering Apartment is available all year round and sleeps 4/5 - lets are on a weekly basis. At Port Askaig Hotel you can find quality malts and a menu featuring local Islay meat and seafood from the daily catch. Our Starboard Restaurant offers Bistro style dining with a full meal service in both bars and hot snacks available outwith main meal times. Our Port Bar is the oldest licensed premises on Islay and features an extensive selection of Islay Malts and a display of old and rare bottles, whilst the Snug Bar is ideal for a pre-dinner drink or a cosy evening with friends. Our seasonal menu offers everything from light snacks to lobster lunches! Snacks are available all day. Come and experience the Port Bar - the Best in the West!

Port Askaig is an ideal base from which to explore the varied delights of Islay including sea or loch fishing, cycling, walking, swimming from fabulous beaches, the Malt Whisky Trail, ancient history or The Clans and Lords of the Isles, or for simply enjoying the fabulous scenery - Islay has it all.