Stay at Kings Arms Hotel in Kyleakin, Isle of Skye. Enjoy free breakfast, parking, a regional restaurant, and easy access to Eilean Donan Castle.
Visitors appreciate the cozy, country-style atmosphere, scenic waterfront setting, and helpful staff. The hotel offers good value with free breakfast and parking, though some areas show signs of age and service inconsistencies.
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Located on King Street in Kyleakin on the Isle of Skye, the Kings Arms Hotel occupies a historic spot dating back to the 1600s. This simple lodging offers a regional restaurant and bar in a cosy, pub-style setting overlooking Kyleakin Loch. The hotel is a short 4-minute walk from the village center and just under a mile from the Skye Bridge, making it convenient for visitors exploring the area.
The property provides basic amenities including free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, and free parking, as well as being pet- and family-friendly. Rooms are clean and functional, although some guests note dated décor and occasional maintenance issues. Check-in begins at 3 PM, with check-out at 11 AM. While the hotel does not feature air conditioning, a pool, or fitness facilities, it maintains a smoke-free environment.
Guest feedback is mixed but generally highlights the welcoming, homey atmosphere and pleasant views by the water. Many appreciate the stable Wi-Fi and good value for money, though some mention tired furnishings and busy periods that affect service and comfort. The onsite dining receives varied opinions, with some enjoying local dishes and others finding the menu limited or bland, especially with an early restaurant closing time.
Those staying at Kings Arms will find several notable attractions nearby, such as the iconic Eilean Donan Castle less than 15 miles away, alongside other historic sites like Castle Moil. Travelers arriving by air typically use Benbecula Airport, which is over three hours by car. The hotel’s location and straightforward style suit visitors seeking practical accommodation with a traditional Scottish charm rather than modern luxury.
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I loved it here. I think people forget this is a very "country" area and want Hilton accommodations which this is not it. What it is however... a very "home" cottage feeling. I thought my room was lovely and bathroom was nice. Clean! I slept good. Food was yummy. Haggis and the cod were delecious. I would definitely come here again. The empty dish is where the haggis was. I ate that up! Beautiful scenery and lots to see in a little area!
Good experience, we had probably a new room which was lovely, really clean and nice However we arrived at 7:40pm and wanted to have dinner however the restaurant closed at 8pm, I don’t know why so early…
Had this hotel booked at last minute as the hotel the group usually have is now closed permanently. The group was only 14 plus 2 and myself at short notice to find a hotel with room is hard. The service was/is outstanding. The young staff doing well and very friendly and helpful. The food both evening and at breakfast was OK. Had food not eaten in quite a long time. My room was better than what a coach driver is used to. Usually a small broom cupboard size but I was very impressed. Had a few issues but dealt with it and adapted to it instead of running to staff and making their day bad. All in all our stay helped our tour go very pleasantly. Thank you to all at the hotel. Hope to stay again until the end of my season in October.
Room was great but the sink waste drained very slowly. Otherwise no problems. Nice bar, good breakfast. Didn’t eat evening meal there so can’t comment.
I stayed at the Kings Arms while working at Kyle of Lochalsh and first impressions is a tired looking hotel. However, there are good things and bad things. Room was old but warm, functional and the bed was comfortable. WiFi is stable. Food is well priced and tasty so no complaints there. Downside is this hotel caters for coach tours so you can find having no hot water in the morning....However I adapted and got up at 6am and plenty. Breakfast can be a bit chaotic. Yes the hotel has a poor rating but I think it is unfair....staff are friendly, food is tasty and the location is stunning. Added bonus there's a EV charger 300yds away from the hotel.
We did not feel welcome at reception but staff were otherwise stressed but efficient. Room looked recently refurbished but the mattress was sunken and down to the springs. Food ok.
This was a quiet, cute area to stay in! The location was breathtaking as you are right in the water and can enjoy views of the sunset. Our room was comfortable, although our shower door didn’t stay closed so there was quite a bit of water on the floor. I would avoid the restaurant. The food wasn’t bad, just very bland. Overall, I would stay here again!
Great location. Staff great. Bit outdated but has everything you need. For the price cant complain. Good value for money. Food average.
Seven family members stayed at this hotel and had a great experience. Staff were great and very helpful. Breakfast was great and we had lots of places to sit and visit. Good value and beautiful setting.
Excellent staff, they are so polite and helpful. The location is amazing. My room was comfortable and the shower was good, but I could hear a lot of noise from other rooms. Good value and I'd go back.
Dating back to the 1600s, this cosy pub with guestrooms is set on the shore of Kyle Akin Loch. It's a 4-minute walk from Kyleakin village and 0.8 miles from the Skye Bridge.
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