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The hotel's prime location in Mallaig, a bustling fishing port in the West Highlands of Scotland, makes it a perfect base for exploring the area's many attractions and natural beauty. The charming village of Mallaig itself offers picturesque views and is famous for its fresh seafood. It also serves as the gateway to the Isle of Skye, with regular ferry services to Armadale. The hotel is just a short walk away from the Mallaig Heritage Centre, which offers insight into the village's rich history. Furthermore, guests have the opportunity to explore the stunning West Highland landscapes with numerous walking routes and wildlife spotting opportunities nearby. The famous white sands of Morar, a series of beautiful sandy beaches, are also within easy reach.
In terms of travel facilities, the West Highland Hotel benefits from Mallaig's excellent transport links. The hotel is conveniently located near Mallaig Railway Station, which is the terminus of the West Highland Railway Line, frequently voted as one of the most scenic train journeys in the world. The line connects Mallaig with Fort William and Glasgow, providing guests with easy access to other parts of Scotland. All in all, the West Highland Hotel offers guests not only comfortable accommodation and dining but also a strategic location for experiencing the rich culture and natural beauty of the West Highlands.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 53 feet / 16.1 metres above sea level
Morar Beach
Near Morar - a sandy composition 2.4 miles away. Morar Beach is one of several small beaches that make up the small area known as the Silver Sands of Morar. They can be found 4 miles north of Arisaig and south of Mallaig. These beautiful beaches were also famed for one of the filming location of Local Hero.
Camusdarach Beach
Near Camusdarach - a sandy composition 3.3 miles away.
Lon Liath Beach
Near Morar - a sandy and rocky composition 4.5 miles away.
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Car Electric Charge Point
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Concierge Services
Porter
Conference Space
Garden
Outside Seating
24-Hour Front Desk
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Concierge Services
Porter
Conference Space
Garden
Outside Seating
24-Hour Front Desk
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Broadford Airfield Ashaig Isle of Skye
IV51 9HD
17.2 miles Oban Airport
Ardchattan and Muckairn Argyll and Bute
PA37 1SW
40.7 miles
Motorways
M8 Junction 31 89.1 miles M9 Junction 11
Perth, Inverness
91.3 miles M898 Junction
Erskine Bishopton Greenock
91.6 miles
Railway Stations
Mallaig station code = MLG
PH41 4QA
0.1 miles Morar
station code = MRR
PH40 4PB
2.6 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near West Highland Hotel Mallaig
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Mallaig Heritage Centre -
PH41 4PY
NM 67599 97051
= loom.dishes.potions Hotels nearby.
0.1m / 0.2km - 2 minutes walk
PH41 4PY
NM 67599 97051
= loom.dishes.potions Hotels nearby.
Eigg Pier -
PH42 4RL
NM 47855 86595
= protrude.belonging.slurping Hotels nearby.
PH42 4RL
NM 47855 86595
= protrude.belonging.slurping Hotels nearby.
Ferry service to Mallaig Scottish Mainland and to the isle of Muck
13.8m / 22.2km
Mallaig Harbour -
PH41 4QB
NM 67658 97087
= agency.lofts.making Hotels nearby.
0.1m / 0.2km - 2 minutes walk
PH41 4QB
NM 67658 97087
= agency.lofts.making Hotels nearby.
Eigg Post Office And Shop -
PH42 4RL
NM 48421 83817
= boats.lookout.hazelnuts Hotels nearby.
14.4m / 23.2km
PH42 4RL
NM 48421 83817
= boats.lookout.hazelnuts Hotels nearby.
Armadale Castle Gardens -
IV45 8RS
NG 64021 04673
= pocketed.rafters.elevated Hotels nearby.
5.3m / 8.5km -
IV45 8RS
NG 64021 04673
= pocketed.rafters.elevated Hotels nearby.
Carn Mor -
PH34 4EL
NM 90255 90875
= ounce.coveted.fail Hotels nearby.
Elevation = 829 Meters / 2719.8 Feet
14.5m / 23.3km
PH34 4EL
NM 90255 90875
= ounce.coveted.fail Hotels nearby.
14.5m / 23.3km
The Land Sea & Islands Centre -
PH39 4NJ
NM 66216 86554
= starting.mops.poetry Hotels nearby.
6.5m / 10.5km -
PH39 4NJ
NM 66216 86554
= starting.mops.poetry Hotels nearby.
Tioram Castle -
PH36 4JY
= crockery.footpath.goodbye Hotels nearby.
PH36 4JY
= crockery.footpath.goodbye Hotels nearby.
A ruined 13th- 14th century castle with still much to see, positioned on a tidal island (Eilean Tioram) in Loch Moidart
15.2m / 24.5km
Loch Morar -
PH41 4PP
NM 78425 90322
= stability.rubble.snug Hotels nearby.
PH41 4PP
NM 78425 90322
= stability.rubble.snug Hotels nearby.
The deepest freshwater lake / loch in the British Isles with a maximum depth of 310 m (1,017 ft)
7.9m / 12.7km -
Glenfinnan Station Museum -
PH37 4LT
NM 89874 80994
= perfume.successes.warp Hotels nearby.
17m / 27.4km
PH37 4LT
NM 89874 80994
= perfume.successes.warp Hotels nearby.
View more hotels nearby with distances
The Steam Inn - Mallaig - 0.06
The Chlachain Inn - Mallaig - 0.06
Cornerstone - Mallaig - 0.07
Marine Hotel - Mallaig - 0.12
Springbank - Mallaig - 0.33
Morar Hotel - Mallaig - 2.44
The Inn @ Aird a Bhasair - Ardvasar - 4.79
Arisaig B&B Lovely Double Room Sea & Island Views - Arisaig - 5.77
Arisaig Hotel - Arisaig - 6.50
The Old Library Lodge and Restaurant - Arisaig - 6.57
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this Hotel?
The Lon Liath Beach is 4.5 miles from this Hotel. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions