Portsonachan Hotel, Nr Dalmally

History

A Coaching Inn for several hundred years steeped in history situated on Loch Awe. Loch Awe contains several ruined castles on islands, and at the northern end has one of the most photographed castles in Scotland, Kilchurn Castle a must-see tourist attraction. It was from Loch Awe and the surrounding area that Clan Campbell established itself as a powerful family.

Food & beverage

The dining room runs for over half the length of the front of the hotel. It provides modern Scottish cuisine prepared from local West of Scotland produce and presented with style so as to complement this room overlooking Loch Awe. A wine cellar is available covering most tastes but any personal preferences can be accommodated.

A full Scottish breakfast is served in the conservatory from 8.00am-10.00am. The Cruachan Restaurant has modern Scottish cuisine made from local produce and provides an A La Carte menu from 6.00pm-9.30pm. A bar menu is available from lunchtime till 9.30pm and sandwiches until 6.00pm.

Grounds & Gardens

On the banks of Loch Awe which is the third-largest freshwater loch in Scotland. It is also the longest freshwater loch in Scotland, measuring 35 kilometres from end to end with an average width of 1 kilometre. Loch Awe is renowned for its trout fishing. However salmon pass through the loch, coming past the barrage in the River Awe and continuing into the River Orchy.