Taigh Ailean Hotel

Bar, Food & Accommodation near Carbost

+44 (0)1478 640271

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COVID 19 Information: In compliance with the First Minister's restrictions  we will be open for dinner and drinks from 26th April. Until 17 May this will take the form of The bar will be open serving meals and non alcoholic drinks from 5pm - 8pm. Booking is highly advisable. Please bring a mask and follow social distancing etc. Takeaway food will be served from 5:15 to 8pm. Please telephone the hotel to order. Alcoholic drinks (and non alcoholic drinks) will be served outside. You may also choose to eat outside too. There will be blankets and suncream available to ensure we are ready for whatever the Scottish weather has to offer. From May 17th we are expecting to be able to resume normal(ish) bar and restaurant service. There will be two sittings (an earlier (5pm-7.15pm) and later (7:30 to 10:30). We might be able to tweak these times for you if you call us. Booking is highly advisable. When we're back to normal.... Elanor and her team work with local ingredients to add to your holiday experience. If you have any very specific dietary requirements please contact us in advance to we can make sure you are happy with what we have to offer. Please note, we do not take reservations for the bar. We serve food from 6pm til 9pm so come along and we'll make sure you get a table as soon as possible. We will always make sure you are fed! Lovely views, drinks and a lovely team will help pass your wait. During the Autumn/Winter we serve food on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from February 1st to the end of March.

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COVID 19 Information:
In compliance with the First Minister’s restrictions  we will be open for dinner and drinks from 26th April. Until 17 May this will take the form of
The bar will be open serving meals and non alcoholic drinks from 5pm – 8pm. Booking is highly advised. Please bring a mask and follow social distancing etc.
Takeaway food will be served from 5:15 to 8pm. Please telephone the hotel to order.
Alcoholic drinks (and non alcoholic drinks) will be served outside. You may also choose to eat outside too. There will be blankets and suncream available to ensure we are ready for whatever the Scottish weather has to offer.
From May 17th we are expecting to be able to resume normal(ish) bar and restaurant service. There will be two sittings (an earlier (5pm-7.15pm) and later (7:30 to 10:30). We might be able to tweak these times for you if you call us. Booking is highly advisable.

Join us in Munros Bar, as featured in the CAMRA Guide, with our exclusive Gillean Ale and the full range of bottled Skye Ales. We also have a splendid selection of malt whisky and Scottish gin as well as a blossoming *rum palace*. Our bar staff are knowledgeable and ready to help you choose the Talisker for you, guide you as you explore Scottish tequila (yup, trust me, it’s fiiiiiiine) or introduce you to the delights of a virgin gin & tonic.

Dog friendly, family friendly, simply friendly really. 🙂

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Whether you’re planning a climbing holiday, needing a base to explore the Hebrides or just want to get away from it all, stay with us and we’ll make sure you’re well looked after.

Welcome

COVID 19 Information:
In compliance with First Minister’s announcements our booking calendar is open now for stays from 26th April. If government (yours or ours) restrictions means you cannot stay we will refund your deposit in accordance with our ts &cs but without the need for two weeks notice.

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Taigh Ailean (pronounced Tie Allan) is Gaelic for Allan’s house.

Allan McLeod chose this remote lochside location for his croft and over a century later we have chosen Portnalong as our home because of its peaceful beauty.

Situated on the end of the Minginish Peninsular with stunning views of Loch Harport, Macleod’s Tables and The Cuillin, the Taigh Ailean Hotel is the perfect base for climbing, walking, fishing, photography or just pottering about the island enjoying the scenery, crafts and coffee.

Our area is rich with wildlife. Taking a gentle stroll along the Loch you might see otters and sea eagles. Driving to Portree or climbing the Munros you could spot a golden eagle. At night when the skies are clear the stars are amazing and if you’re very lucky you might see the Northern Lights to make your stay even more special.

Welcome. Katie, Johnny & Fritz Heron

 

Take a moment.

Wouldn’t it be lovely to get away from it all to a Hebridean island where you can relax and unwind, explore and learn or challenge yourself physically, whatever suits your holiday needs. An island where history and the 21st century combine to give you the best possible experience. There are busy places on people’s bucket lists, and empty places where you won’t meet a soul, Just ask us and we’ll help you find your ideal day out. We know All The Things 😉

You’ll find amazing food and a warm welcome at the Taigh Ailean Hotel.

 

Explore Locally

Local places to visit and see.

Food Specials

Head chef Elanor and her team work to add to your holiday experience by creating delicious, hearty food using as many local ingredients as possible. You might see her and Charlotte foraging for wild garlic or singing to her quails to encourage their egg laying. Maybe not the second but Talisker quail eggs are second to none… In the summer we specialise in seafood such as Sleat mussels and Portree squid. It just depends when you come what we have on offer…

Check out our reviews on Trip Advisor.

We can cater for a variety of diets (from *Biblically clean* to gluten -free) if we have some notice. Just give us a ring or if you’re staying with us include your needs on the booking form.

Munros Bar

  • Opening hours:
    Following the First Minister’s announcement of Tier 1 status From Friday 27th November we will be open Fridays & Saturdays  6pm-9pm for food. 6pm- 10:30pm for the bar. You might be best booking a table. Fridays& Saturdays 6-9 for food. 6-10:30 for the bar. Saturday 5th December is our tasty trio menu night. Booking is essential. Menu will be on our Facebook page TA TA Taigh Ailean Takeaway SORRY SOLD OUT Sunday 20th December 12:45 til 3.30 pm is our festive Sunday lunch. Booking is essential. SORRY SOLD OUT _______________________________________________________________When we're back to normal... April 1st - mid October bar open every evening 6pm - 11pm (food served til 9pm).
     
  • - Wood Burning Stove & Books, Games & Other Distractions!
  • - Beer Garden

Taigh Ailean Hotel
Portnalong
Isle of Skye
IV47 8SL

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