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Dark Island Hotel Liniclate , Liniclate (Isle of Benbecula)

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Liniclate, Liniclate (Isle of Benbecula), United Kingdom, HS7 5PJ

Dark Island Hotel is located in Liniclate on the Isle of Benbecula, providing a unique base for exploring the Outer Hebrides. The hotel blends modern comfort with local charm and offers a range of services for both leisure and business travelers. Surrounded by diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, guests can experience exceptional fishing and golfing in the area. The hotel’s involvement in apprenticeship programs highlights its commitment to hospitality training and skilled workforce development.

Location

Dark Island Hotel is situated 6 miles from Benbecula Airport, providing convenient access to nearby attractions. The surrounding area includes scenic machair tracks and lochs known for exceptional fishing. Local wildlife, such as corncrakes and lapwings, can be observed during leisurely strolls. Nearby, visitors can find Lochboisdale, which offers shopping and local culture.

Rooms

The hotel features recently refurbished Deluxe Doubles that offer a contemporary look and comfortable surroundings. Each room is designed to provide a relaxing atmosphere with amenities including television and telephone. Modern touches enhance the guest experience while maintaining a connection to the local heritage. Guests can enjoy privacy with well-stocked rooms that cater to various needs.

Eat & Drink

Dining at Dark Island Hotel focuses on fresh, local produce cooked to perfection by experienced chefs. The cuisine showcases island fare, including seafood and game, emphasizing the quality of ingredients. Guests can savor meals in a sociable lounge bar that provides a welcoming environment for dining. The hotel's culinary offerings are complemented by the atmosphere, inviting guests to enjoy intimate gatherings.

Leisure & Business

For leisure activities, the hotel makes use of Liniclate School facilities, including a 0 miles swimming pool, a newly fitted fitness suite, and a games hall. The Conservatory can accommodate up to 25 delegates for small meetings, equipped with Wi-Fi and necessary technology. Outdoor opportunities include access to local golf courses, with Sollas Golf Course and Benbecula Golf Course nearby. The hotel also offers apprenticeship and trainee management programs for career development in the hospitality sector.

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City Center
Liniclate (Isle of Benbecula)400 ft
Airports
Benbecula (BEB) 5.7 mi
Barra (BRR) 37.2 mi

Location

Liniclate, Liniclate (Isle of Benbecula), United Kingdom, HS7 5PJ
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Liniclate, Liniclate (Isle of Benbecula), United Kingdom, HS7 5PJ
Nearby
Lews Castle College UHI
2100 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.5
Location
7.8
Service
8.0
Dining
6.8
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 4 reviews
0.0
0.0/10based on 0 reviews
Reginald
United Kingdom, May  2024
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was delightful. The rooms were quite large with clean and tidy en-suite bathrooms, although one had a rather disgusting toilet seat. The well-mannered staff truly made my visit lovely, despite the minor issue with the bathroom fixture.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were quite large and clean, but one en-suite had a disgusting toilet seat.
Service
9.0
The staff were extremely polite, helpful, and nice, making me feel welcomed and valued during my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel was in a convenient location for touring the islands and had a great atmosphere for relaxation and exploration.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, although there was an issue with the raw-looking bacon, the scrambled egg with North Uist salmon was excellent.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered were satisfactory, with a nice selection of food available for guests.
Edwin
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located for exploring the islands, with great views and a welcoming reception staff. The rooms are comfortable, but there were issues with the cleanliness of the toilet seat. The dining options varied from excellent to mediocre.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are of an acceptable standard, but the toilet seat in the en suite was disgusting.
Service
9.0
The reception staff were all friendly and welcoming.
Location
8.0
The hotel is perfectly situated for touring the islands with breathtaking views.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience ranged from excellent dishes like scrambled egg and North Uist salmon to mediocre options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were sufficient for a pleasant stay.
Colin
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a pleasant experience overall. The rooms, while approached by a long corridor with fire doors, were clean, tidy, and quite spacious with nice fittings like a jacuzzi bath. The staff were well-mannered, making my stay lovely. However, the dining experience was a bit hit or miss, with some great selections but some mediocre options. The service was exceptional, especially with Donald going out of his way to please. The location was convenient for touring the islands, although not fully ideal.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and had high-end fittings like a jacuzzi bath.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff being friendly, helpful, and attentive to our needs.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was convenient for touring the islands, but not fully perfect. It was close to the beach, which was a nice addition.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were a mix of great selections and some mediocre choices.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities at the hotel were good, although some improvements could make the overall experience better.
Robert
United Kingdom, June  2023
6.4/10

The hotel had spacious rooms with clean en-suite bathrooms, although there was a persistent smell of unwashed dog in both the jacuzzi bath and drench shower. The ground floor location seemed to offer better rooms. The dining experience was mediocre overall, with service staff not very attentive, although the scrambled eggs and North Uist salmon were exceptional. The hotel's location was convenient, situated just off the main road across Benbecula, making it a good base for touring the islands. The service staff, while accommodating to requests, lacked skill in basic tasks like pouring drinks.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were quite large, clean, and tidy.
Service
5.0
The service staff, although accommodating, lacked basic skills like pouring drinks.
Location
8.0
Conveniently located just off the main road across Benbecula, ideal for exploring the islands.
Dining
6.0
The evening and breakfast dining experience was average, with sparse service staff.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had basic facilities without any standout amenities.
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