Kinloch Lodge - Isle of Skye Highland

Just leaving today after a 2 nights stay. If you have the opportunity to stay here. DO. The place is amazing The staff is so kind and efficient. the food is delicious. I guess you can tell. We loved everything about this hotel. Our room was beautiful.

Upscale, pricey hotel with upscale food and restaurant. This hotel is not for the faint at heart (price) or for rambunctious children. Some things are really good, some not. Likes: ' Heated bathroom floors ' Beautiful views ' Wonderful food ' Friendly staff Dislikes: ' Thin room walls (can hear lots of noise from other rooms). ' It takes them a long time of running the faucets to get hot or even warm water ' Narrow single beds ' The high beam spot lights pointed at our windows (to light the outside of the building) ' The cozy (small) tables in the dining room. The bathrooms are spacious, modern and very well appointed. The rooms are modern. You come here for the location, view and food. But because it 's an old of building there 's only so much they can about some things (thin halls, thin walls).

Kinloch Lodge is only a 20 minute drive from Skye Bridge, situated on the edge of Loch Na Dal and surrounded by the most picturesque landscapes. We were staying in a spacious double room with panoramic views over the scenic loch it was stunning. On the first night, we enjoyed a 5 course dinner in the main dining room, which provided a romantic atmosphere, with candlelit tables and charming decor. The chef's table on the second evening (booked in advance) was more minimalistic, but this wasn't an issue for us, as the true magic was right in front of us! Getting to watch the masters at work and plating such perfect dishes to such a high standard, helped to create an extra special and immersive experience. Included in part of our package was a delicious, award winning breakfast on both mornings, a Prosecco afternoon tea, and cookery class with Michelin starred chef, Marcello Tully. During the cookery class, we learned how to make Kinloch Lodge's famous homemade scones and after having already tasted them as part of our afternoon tea, we were super excited to learn how to make them for ourselves and get to take the recipe home! If you're looking for an escape to explore the island or cosy up by the roaring fire all weekend this is it! The Isle of Skye is a beautiful part of the world and this was the perfect staycation. To read our full review, please visit [hidden link]

Considering the reputation and high standards of this hotel, it is amazing how at home you feel right away. We were welcomed after our long 5 hour drive from Glasgow with a glass of fizz by the open log fire. It was just the refreshment we needed and totally set us up for what the rest of the weekend would be like. All of the staff were so friendly and keen to make us feel welcome. The majority of other guests were over a certain age and clearly were made of big bucks. However the staff never treated us any different which was so refreshing as often a couple of young twenty somethings can be highly judged in these kinds of places. Breakfast was an absolute treat. Essentially a three courser with toast and a fresh scone to start with a selection of homemade hams. Followed by a first course choice I went for the porridge both days which was the best porridge I've ever had. So creamy and delightful with subtle but perfect tastings of cinnamon nutmeg. The hot smoked salmon with scrambled eggs on a muffin to follow was so tasty and filling, perfect fuel for a day of exploring on Skye. We treated ourselves to the 5 course menu at night. Now bearing in mind this also includes canapés and amuse bouche, we were absolutely fit for bursting afterwards. The kitchen team are so imaginative and the attention to detail in each dish is incredible. It was such a joy and I was devastated when I finished the final piece of homemade tablet!! My least favourite dish (so hard to decide) was the Parma ham and monkfish in a peanut sauce, I think I'd been looking forward to it too much but I found the flavours didnt really marry well together. My favourite though was the sweetcorn chowder with a popcorn crumb so so unusual and it just worked out perfectly!

Amazing food experience in a beautiful lodge. The views are very pretty. You need minimum 2:30 hours. They have a couple of rooms perfect for a drink or tea nice decorated and with views over the bay. The food is £40 for three courses or £45 for four, with two choices for each. They also have afternoon tea and cooking classes. We started with spicy pea soup. For me it was the best! The service is really good, all very professional and friendly. Overall it was a great experience and I will definitely go back when I am in Skye.