Gairloch is a must-visit destination if you want to see the Scottish Highlands. But, more than just a picturesque coastal village, Gairloch has so much to offer, thanks to its rich history. You’ll be amazed by the Highlands in the west and be in awe of the ocean views up north. Among the popular attractions are Gairloch Heritage Museum, Gairloch Golf Club, Big Sand Beach, as well as the Isle of Skye and the Western Isles, which provide some of the best sunset views. For your accommodation, check out our list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Gairloch, UK, to make your stay more memorable.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 26, 2024.
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1. Seaview Cottage (from USD 195)
This large, minimalist cottage offers some of the best views in Gairloch. It’s ideal for up to six guests and has four bedrooms, four beds, and two bathrooms. Guests can make home-cooked meals in the fully equipped kitchen and relax in the large private garden with unobstructed views of the Torridon Hills. The property also has a fiber optic broadband connection all throughout, so guests can stay connected with their families and loved ones or do some work if needed.
Highland, Scotland, United KingdomAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
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communication with david was great from the start very responsive and told us everything we needed to know
2. Clean and well-lit room with lake views
This very polished and stylish room features views of the lake, making it ideal for those who want a relaxing vacation with pleasing aesthetics. It’s ideal for couples or solo travels, with its own private bathroom with hot water. Wi-Fi is included and while the kitchen has the basics like dishes, silverware, and refrigerator.
The cottage is centrally located, in Strath, providing easy access to some of the popular attractions like Inverewe Gardens and Being Eighe – a complex mountain massif.
Highland, Scotland, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
host was lovely and was very quick to respondlovely touches from the host with breakfast and personalised noteruth was a great hoststylish modern room and great hostruth herself is a great host answering all messages very quickly and always in a very helpful mannerLocation:
comfortable bed and great locationlocation and room are beautifulperfect location for enjoying gairloch and the surroundingsand last but not least: the location is just breathtakingit is a gorgeous location and cosy roomCleanliness:
lovely room and really cleanit is sparkling clean and very cozythe room itself is clean stylish and homeythe room is clean well decorated and spaciousthe bathroom is clean and trendy with a bear claw bathtubRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great view from the room incredible sea viewsa beautiful view of the sea from your bedmarvellous superquiet room with a stunning view (from the bed :-)) on the seathe cottage and room is beautiful and the view over the loch is stunninga fantastic room with amazing views
3. Lovely flat with fully equipped kitchen and office space
This lovely flat offers stunning views of the bay and is ideal for up to three guests. With an open-plan, fully equipped kitchen, this property provides guests the liberty to cook their own meals. There is also plenty of entertainment options thanks to the complimentary Wi-Fi, Sky TV, DVD players with hundreds of movies available, and Netflix. For those who need to work, they will be delighted to know that this property has a decent office space.
Highland Council, Scotland, United KingdomAccommodates: 3
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the host was very quick to respond to any queries and could not have been more helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay close to all the amenities
4. The Mountain Lodge - John Muir Room (from USD 119)
This room offers panoramic views across the bay and the Isle of Skye. It is ideal for couples or solo travelers looking to spend a relaxing vacation away from their daily routines and be closer to nature. Location-wise, it’s beside the lake and in the village square. There’s free Wi-Fi and one private bath. What makes this space more lovable is the fact that one of Scotland’s most famous coffee houses and a unique little bookstore are located just downstairs.
Highland Council, Scotland, United KingdomAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
thanks to the host as she is a lovely person :)easy to find and park with helpful directions sent throughwe were greeted by charmayne to check us in and she was super friendly and helpfulcomfy bed and warm and friendly welcomelovely place to stay in gairloch alison was very friendly and helpful with information before and during our stayLocation:
excellent overall and a super locationgreat location close to many amenitiesgreat location and ideal with the chippy across the road and coffee shop underneathwe had a great stay at alisons placeit was such a comfortable place to spend a cosy eveningRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
stunning views lovely room and a lovely staywe had a lovely stay in the mountain view roomfriendly welcome stunning views and a comfy bed couldn’t ask for any moremy room was very comfortable and had fabulous view across the bay and to the hills beyondcomfortable room above a nice coffee bar with helpful hosts
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5. Old-school bed and breakfast with hotel-standard furnishings (from USD 164)
Located in the center of the village, this old-school bread and breakfast combines the old and the new, fitted with modern furnishings and a comfortable king-sized bed. There is a large flat-screen TV, fridge, coffee maker, and large private shower room. Breakfast is also served in the bedroom, which overlooks the sea, perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway.
Strath, Scotland, United KingdomAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
fabulous hosts and hospitalityhosts were very friendlya lovely place with a kind hostemma is a gracious host that has it all coveredthe host was very helpful and obviously works hard to make this a desirable place to stopLocation:
the location is close to the village and has a great lakeviewthe old schoolhouse is a great and central place to stay in the strath areathe place is very central to good food and emma had helpful suggestionsemma’s place is super stylishthere is free parking 20 yards away and the main amenities of the village are within walking distanceCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableeverything was neat and cleanthe room was large clean and comfortablethe room and bathroom are very stylish en cleani love the style the room is very clean and cozyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
lovely stylish room with sea viewour room with sea view and an outstanding breakfast served to the room was perfectgreat breakfast with lovely viewsa lovely cozy space with great views beautiful bathroomthe room was spacious very comfortable with the most amazing view and a fabulous breakfast
6. Room in Cornerstone Lodges with a lovely courtyard
Located in the heart of Strath, this room in Cornerstone Lodges is just a few minutes’ walk from the sea and has its own private entrance and a lovely courtyard, where you can enjoy your morning coffee. It is fitted with two single beds, a sofa bed, and a private shower room.
Also complimentary is tea, coffee, and hot chocolate, but, if you’re looking for a good breakfast, there is one that offers take-outs right next door. The place is also close to shops, restaurants, and beaches.
Strath, Scotland, United KingdomAccommodates: 2
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Host:
very comfortable warm and budget friendly accommodation providesed by a great hostLocation:
great location & excellent valuehighly enjoyable stay in a great locationit is lovely and cosy and in a great location with parking space right besidethis place is perfectly clean comfortable & warm- a very welcome break from our campingwe enjoyed walking around the area and got to see some otters dolphins seals and plenty of birdsCleanliness:
really clean warm and cosybasic facilities clean and pleasantthe room was spotlessly clean and directions to get there very clearexcellent space in a great location really clean and newgreat location lovely and clean fair priceRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
lovely comfortable en suite room with sunny courtyard where we enjoyed breakfastroom was a bit too warm on the first night but they kindly brought a fan straight away
7. Beautifully furnished house with unobstructed lake views
Ideal for travelers who live for amazing views, this nicely furnished house offers unobstructed views across the lake, Isle of Skye, and Torridon Hills. For entertainment, there is free Wi-Fi, a smart TV, and a DVD player. It’s huge, ideal for up to five guests, with its three bedrooms and one bathroom. Guests can also cook their own meals in the fully equipped kitchen, and they also have access to barbecue facilities.
Strath, United KingdomAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Host:
mandy was a very accommodating host who replied to messages promptly and efficientlyit was very homey and the neighbors were helpful and kind but not noseyjulia welcomes you with fresh eggs from her chickens and all the friendly helpful answers you needLocation:
a great location for a relaxing breaka beautiful location in the heart of gairlochgreat location and a value for moneyperfect location for exploring gairloch and the regiona great location for the route 500Cleanliness:
all perfectly clean with very simple check in and out processconvenient position clean good value and everything necessarythis is a clean comfortable house in a great location with an amazing viewRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wi-fi was added after we booked our stay and that was so nice to havethe house is very cozy well equipped and the neighbour julia is very helpfulthe house was perfect for our family holiday - cosy warm and with lots of roomthe tv to watch at night time was a bonus - big and with sky tvwonderful living room and kitchen modern and convenient bath
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