Local Attractions
All three of our hotels are situated in an outstandingly beautiful areas of Scotland. The rugged natural beauty of Scotland's glens and mountains await the intrepid explorer inside you at any time of the year.
Tales of Robert the Bruce, Rob Roy, the Jacobite rebellion, treason and treachery abound, with many award winning heritage centres offering fascination insight into the past.
More contemporary pastimes are catered for with pony trekking, go-karting, watersports and scuba diving offered by specialist firms for any level from beginner upwards.
Some may say we are in the middle of nowhere. We, however, believe we are privileged to be in the middle of EVERYWHERE, Glasgow, Stirling, Oban and Fort William are all within easy driving distance with a wealth of tourist and visitor attractions on offer as well as spectacular scenery and a tranquil way of life.
With forest walks, golf courses, loch cruises and ample fishing as well as castles, wildlife parks, horse riding and specialist attractions, there is something for everyone within easy reach of the hotels.
Oban is the nearest large town and is known as 'The Gateway to the Isles' as there are many ferry routes to the outlying islands. Oban also has a large leisure centre, a cinema and a good selection of shops. Read more »
Golf
Taynuilt's 9-hole golf course is set in the most fantastic scenery you could imagine. From the shores of Loch Etive to the foot of Ben Cruachan this immaculately kept course is a true test of golf no matter what standard of golf you play. The normal day ticket is £10, with residents of the hotel having a concessionary day ticket available for only £5. Read more »
Dalmally Golf Course is situated on the Salmon River Orchy. The 9-hole course has some wonderful golf holes. The most famous of these is the par 3 third where the golfer tees off to play to a green that he can only hit by playing over a bend of the river. Not a hole for the faint-hearted, but a hole that the golfer will never forget. A day ticket is priced at £10. Read more »
Oban Golf Course is situated on the outskirts of Oban in beautiful countryside. Read more »
Inveraray Golf Course is a beautiful yet challenging course. Read more »
Cruises
Loch Etive Cruises - for an experience you will never forget!
Take in the breathtaking scenery; the twin shepherds - Buchaille Etive and Buchaille Etive Beag at the head of Glencoe; see wild deer on the crags: the Golden Eagle of Ben Starav; marvel at the antics of the seal colony and enjoy the peace and solitude of the remote reaches of this secluded loch that is accessible only by boat.
The cruises run daily from April to October. Read more »
Glorious Gardens of Argyll and Bute
19 in total with many a short 1/2 day trip from the hotel. One that is within walking distance from The Taynuilt Hotel is the Barguillean's Angus Gardens. Established in 1957 this is one of the youngest gardens in the group but this garden which, is famous for its collection of hybrid rhododendrons and azaleas, more than makes up for it with a variety of features including its lochland setting surrounded by magnificent views of Ben Cruachan and Glen Etive.
Gardens are open 12 months of the year.
Cruachan Power Station
Discover the heart of the hollow mountain. Hidden deep within the mountain of Ben Cruachan on the shores of Loch Etive is the Cruachan Power Station. Here, a short distance from Taynuilt, you can discover one of the hidden wonders of the Highlands. A power generating station buried one kilometre below ground. At its centre lies a massive cavern, high enough to house the Tower of London! Here enormous turbines convert the power of water into electricity, available to you in your home at the flick of a switch. For young and old a fantastic day out. Open 7 Days.
Hillwalking
There are many hills and mountains in the local area, including some munros (mountain over 3000 feet). Ben Cruachan near Taynuilt is a wonderful mountain to climb, as it is mostly a long uphill walk with only a small amount of scrambling at the summit. The views from the top are (in fine weather) spectacular. Other munros in the area include Ben Starav, Glas Bheinn Mhor, Stob na Broige, (Buachaille Etive Mor) and Ben Lui. Further information »
The West Highland Way
The West Highland Way, which runs past Tyndrum, is a 152km (95 mile) walk from the outskirts of Scotland’s largest city to the foot of its highest mountain, following the shores of its largest freshwater loch. Many people set out to walk the whole route, staying with us at Tyndrum Lodge or camping along the way, however you don’t have to walk the whole 95 miles to appreciate the scenery or to loosen the limbs; why not walk just part of the route? We can send you off in the morning with a packed lunch and pick you up later in the day. Read more »
Glencoe
Glencoe, about 15 miles from Tyndrum, has great walking and climbing in a spectacular mountain valley surrounded by sheer cliffs and rock summits. The National Trust for Scotland Visitor Centre along the road has an audio visual show about the Glencoe massacre.
Mull
Get to Mull by direct boat trip from Oban or by ferry. Duart Castle on Mull is the ancestral seat of the Clan MacLean. A heady atmosphere of bloodthirsty history. Tearoom. Additional nearby activities include Torosay Castle and lovely gardens and the Mull Light Railway. Open May to end September. Read more »
Also of interest on Mull, especially with young children in tow, is Tobermory or Balamory. Iona, with its famous Abbey, is also accessible from Mull, you can take the ferry and then catch a bus to Fionnaphort before catching the ferry to the island.
Boat Trips
There are several operators offering boat trips to see wildlife, the Corryvreckan Whirlpool and other spectacular sights around the coast.
Seafari Adventures
Sealife Adventures
Argyll Charters
Craignish Cruises
