Hotels on the beach in Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts in Argyll and Bute. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in September 2026.
The List 11 Amazing Beach Hotels in Argyll and Bute
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1 Douglas Park Guest House
Dunoon
Douglas Park Guest House is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Dunoon where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers luggage storage space and daily room service. There's a sun terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. At the bed and breakfast, each unit includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The bed and breakfast features some units with sea views, and each unit is equipped with a kettle. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fresh pastries are available. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dunoon, like cycling and hiking. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Benmore Botanic Garden is 6.2 miles from Douglas Park Guest House, while Blairmore and Strone Golf Glub is 8.2 miles from the property. Glasgow Airport is 24 miles away.
Address 101 Marine Parade, Kirn, Dunoon, Argyll Show on map -
2 Rowan House B&B Rooms & A Self Catering Apartment Lochgoilhead
Rowan House B&B Rooms & A Self Catering Apartment in Lochgoilhead provides adults-only accommodations with a private beach area, a garden, and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free private parking. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV with streaming services. At the bed and breakfast, units come with a wardrobe. Every room comes with a coffee machine, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while certain rooms are fitted with a terrace and some have sea views. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fresh pastries are available. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lochgoilhead, like cycling, fishing, and hiking. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Glasgow Airport is 50 miles from the property.
Address Rowan House, Carrick Castle, Lochgoilhead, Argyll, Scotland Show on map- Tennis court
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3 Ardoran House Iona
Ardoran House in Iona provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and luggage storage space, along with free Wifi throughout the property. Outdoor seating is also available at the bed and breakfast. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The bed and breakfast provides certain units with sea views, and every unit includes a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. The breakfast offers à la carte, full English/Irish, or vegetarian options. Guests at Ardoran House can enjoy golfing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Iona Abbey is a 11-minute walk from the accommodation. Oban Airport is 52 miles away.
Address Isle of Iona, Argyll Show on map -
4 Tigh an Truish Inn Oban
Located in Oban, 13 miles from Corran Halls, Tigh an Truish Inn provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Tigh an Truish Inn also offer free WiFi, while some have a sea view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. An à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. You can play darts at the accommodation. Dunstaffnage Castle is 16 miles from Tigh an Truish Inn, while Kilmartin House Museum is 24 miles away. Oban Airport is 16 miles from the property.
Address Tigh an Truish Clachan Seil Show on map -
5 Mountain View Taynuilt
Providing a garden, Mountain View features accommodations in Taynuilt. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Corran Halls is 12 miles away and Inveraray Castle is 27 miles from the chalet. Featuring a terrace and sea views, the chalet includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the chalet. The property has an outdoor dining area. For those times when you'd rather not eat out, you can cook on the barbecue. If you like to discover the area, skiing, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and the chalet can arrange a bicycle rental service. Airds Bay Beach is a few steps from Mountain View, while Dunstaffnage Castle is 10 miles from the property. Oban Airport is 8.1 miles away.
Address Airds Bay Show on map- Tennis court
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6 Boat House Super Suites Rothesay
Providing sea views, Boat House Super Suites in Rothesay provides accommodations and a garden. There's a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast also offers facilities for disabled guests. Each unit comes with a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchenette with a dining area, and a private bathroom with bathrobes. Free Wifi is available to all guests, while selected rooms come with a DVD player. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Activities such as snorkeling, windsurfing, and diving can be enjoyed in the area, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy darts on-site, or go cycling or canoeing in the surrounding area. Glasgow Prestwick Airport is 39 miles away.
Address Battery Place 15 Show on map -
7 Port Nan Gael Pods Iona
Featuring a bar, Port Nan Gael Pods provides accommodation in Pennyghael. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 25 km from Iona Abbey and Nunnery. Providing a patio with sea views, this holiday park also offers a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge, as well as 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. At the property, there is an on-site family-friendly restaurant serving dinner and a selection of vegetarian options. Guests at the holiday park will be able to enjoy activities in and around Pennyghael, like cycling, canoeing and hiking. Port Nan Gael Pods features a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Oban Airport is 58 km away.
Address Port Nan Gael, Isle of Mull Show on map- Pets are welcome
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8 The Hideouts at Port nan Gael Campsite Iona
The Hideouts at Port nan Gael Campsite offers accommodation in Pennyghael, 25 km from Iona Abbey and Nunnery. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The holiday park also offers facilities for disabled guests. Featuring sea and mountain views, this holiday park features 1 bedroom and opens to a patio. The holiday park also comes with 1 bathroom. The holiday park offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Guests are welcome to unwind in the in-house bar, while a minimarket is also available. Guests at the holiday park will be able to enjoy activities in and around Pennyghael, like fishing and canoeing. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Oban Airport is 58 km from the property.
Address Port nan Gael Stores, A849, Isle of Mull PA70 6HB, UK Show on map- Pets are welcome
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9 Inn at Port nan Gael Iona
Located in Pennyghael, 16 miles from Iona Abbey, Inn at Port nan Gael provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The hotel features family rooms. With a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a sea view. Guests at Inn at Port nan Gael can enjoy a continental or a gluten-free breakfast. Oban Airport is 36 miles away.
Address Pennyghael Show on map- Pets are welcome
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10 The Scot
Oban
The Scot offers breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Located in Oban center, the hotel is a 2-minute walk from the seafront and Oban Ferry Terminal. Stylishly decorated with modern furniture and wooden flooring, the rooms at The Scot have private bathrooms with free toiletries. Rooms also feature a flat-screen TV/DVD player. Generous breakfast is served daily. Guests can relax in the modern lounge bar after a long day of exploring Oban. Located on George Street, with its lively shops and restaurants, The Scot is just a 5-minute walk from North Pier. Glencruitten Golf Club is a mile away, and Oban Railway Station is a 10-minute walk.
Address George Street Show on map -
11 SGE Esplanade Hotel
Dunoon
Located in Dunoon, 6.6 miles from Benmore Botanic Garden, SGE Esplanade Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Guests can enjoy British dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, all rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at SGE Esplanade Hotel also have free WiFi, while selected rooms also offer a sea view. All rooms feature a closet. The breakfast offers Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan options. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dunoon, like hiking and cycling. Blairmore and Strone Golf Glub is 8.7 miles from SGE Esplanade Hotel. Glasgow Airport is 25 miles from the property.
Address Victoria Parade West Bay Show on map
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