Isle of Skye

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Isle of Skye showing a bay or harbor, mountains and a beach
Isle of Skye which includes a lighthouse, rocky coastline and mountains
Isle of Skye showing tranquil scenes, a pebble beach and a sandy beach
Isle of Skye showing mountains and tranquil scenes
Isle of Skye showing a beach as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Isle of Skye

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Portree Town

If you're spending some time in Portree Town, Somerled Square and Portree Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

Portree Town
Talisker Distillery

Carbost

If you're spending some time in Carbost, Talisker Distillery and Isle of Skye Oysters are top sights worth seeing.

Carbost
One of the main building stones of Scottish #culture is whisky. Whisky isn't just a drink, but it's also a tradition, social move and display of character. "Tell me what whisky you likeamd I tell you what kind of person you are". Here is a view of the new whisky distillery on the Isle of Skye, called Torabhaig.

Teangue

Teangue is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Torabhaig Distillery and Traigh a' Chnuic.

Teangue
Phare d'Isleornsay

Duisdalemore

Duisdalemore is well-liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Gallery An Talla Dearg and Camas Croise if you have time to explore the area.

Duisdalemore

Skinidin

While there might not be top attractions in Skinidin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dunvegan Castle and Skye Silver Gift Shop.

Skinidin
On the way back from Neist Point Lighthouse which had like 50 ft visibility, so no photo, found this discovery

Colbost

If you're spending some time in Colbost, Skye Silver Gift Shop and Duirinish are top sights worth seeing.

Colbost
Uig Hotel
Uig Hotel
3 out of 5
Uig, Uig, Scotland
The price is AED 403 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
AED 403
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Uig. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Magic of Skye
"I adventured daily on the island and was inspired but exhausted. The hotel was a wonderful welcome respite. And I began writing a story while there. The ladies at reception were wonderful: they told be do much about what to see... It's a haven in heaven to come back to..."

Reviewed on 2 December 2024

Uig Hotel
Cuillin Hills Hotel
Cuillin Hills Hotel
4 out of 5
Scorrybreac Road, Portree, Scotland
The price is AED 423 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
AED 423
AED 499 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Portree. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (491 reviews)
"Location n views are beautiful. Hotel has no elevator."

Reviewed on 3 December 2024

Cuillin Hills Hotel
Isle of Skye Guest house
Isle of Skye Guest house
3 out of 5
Kyleakin Roundabout, Kyleakin, Scotland
The price is AED 347 per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
AED 347
AED 417 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Kyleakin. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Skye Bridge ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (205 reviews)
Just do it!
"The guest house is just onto the island and is walking distance to the little town of Kyle of Lochalsh and Kyleside. Definitely walk the bridge over and the Plock. There is an old ruined castle you can only get to at low tide. So much to do on Isle of Skye…"

Reviewed on 30 November 2024

Isle of Skye Guest house
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
House Of Juniper - The Cabins
House Of Juniper - The Cabins
2 out of 5
The Cabins, Lower Harrapool, Broadford, Strath, Scotland
Stay at this cabin in Strath. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Magpie and Isle of Skye Market Square are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"Our second time staying in these cabins and again a great stay."

Reviewed on 22 November 2024

House Of Juniper - The Cabins
A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin
A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin
Inverness
Stay at this cottage in Minginish. Enjoy a garden, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Talisker Distillery and Isle of ...
9/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
Peaceful retreat
"Comfortable and peaceful"

Reviewed on 14 November 2024

A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin
Dunvegan Camping Pods
Dunvegan Camping Pods
2 out of 5
Kilmuir, Dunvegan, Dunvegan, Scotland
Stay at this campground in Dunvegan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Dunvegan Castle and Macleod's Tables are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
"The host was very friendly and informative. Let me know ahead of time which pod I would be in and how to access it. The area outside was relaxing with the sound of a stream going by. Easy to get to. The restaurant across the street has good food and the staff are very friendly."

Reviewed on 4 November 2024

Dunvegan Camping Pods
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Isle of Skye

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Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We wish we had researched more how far away some of the main attractions of Isle of Skye were from the ferry terminal. The public transportation was very limited in November, so we wish we had rented a car instead of relying on the buses.

5/5 - Excellent

Pg739

I loved it, it is really wonderful. However there are a million of mosquitoes. Have i known about them i would have brought a repellent. AT THE STAFFIN FOSSIL MUSEUM THE STAFF ARE RUDE, DO NOT GO THERE.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Also, Armadale, Dunvegan, Dunscaith, Castle Camus, Eileen Donan, the Iron Age Farm, Highland Life Museum, were all terrific. Could not find the Fairy Glen. Friendly people! Great trip! Glad we came!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We spent two full days touring Skye and feel that 4-5 days are needed. Skye is beautiful and there is so much to see that to have any downtime, a longer visit is necessary. I would certainly see Dunvegan Castle and Neist Point, and Old Man of Stor

5/5 - Excellent

Jan

Beautiful views but roads can be tricky, even the two lane ones. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE use the passing places correctly as they should only be used on the side you're driving. It's unsafe to cross to the opposite side as it blocks the flow of traffic.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Gorgeous! Breathtaking beauty every which way you look!