Raasay House Hotel

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.7

Located on the picturesque Isle of Raasay, a 5-minute walk from the ferry terminal, Raasay House Hotel is nestled in a Georgian mansion with beautifully landscaped lawns. Boasting views across the Sound of Raasay to the Cuillin Mountains of Skye, the mansion offers luxury accommodations with free Wi-Fi, free parking, a bar, a café, and a restaurant. Most room at Raasay House Hotel features an en suite shower room with free toiletries, a desk, and views of the patio. Some rooms also offer scenic views of the sea. The on-site restaurant serves high quality food and locally sourced produce; the menu features local specialties and are part of the CLIMAVORE initiative. Guests can enjoy easy access to many outdoor activities and to the neighboring Isle of Skye, 25 minutes by ferry away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Varina
United States United States
“Absolutely beautiful and peaceful location with incredibly generous and helpful staff.”
Vivek
India India
“The staff - Luis, Lily and Charlotte, Simon and Dawid were lovely and caring. Exceptional service mindset”
Ricardo
Brazil Brazil
“Beautiful hotel right off the isle of Skye, a fast ferry away. Totally worth taking the ferry to stay at this beautiful property, with a super nice staff and great food. Our room was comfortable and we felt more than at home. The library is a...”
Brooke
United States United States
“Beautiful island and estate. Very peaceful with fabulous views”
Kevin
United States United States
“Incredible hotel and well worth the extra ferry ride to enjoy the island of Raasay. Allow an extra night to really enjoy it!”
Selman
Turkey Turkey
“Great staff, great location, everything was smooth. You will love the environment. It’s near the ferry. And its in the nature.”
Amy
United States United States
“It was incredibly charming, authentic, and thoughtful”
Kati
United States United States
“We unfortunately missed the last ferry (our mistake) of the day and contacted the Raasay House to understand our options and they bent over backwards to accommodate us. They had a skipper pick us up in a small boat and we simply left our car on...”
Pauline
United States United States
“We didn’t know this was a historic site. Delightful old mansion with much history. It was burned to the ground because the owner supported Bonnie Prince Charlie. The Gardens are just lovely and the gardeners’ Home and the little chapel in the...”
Julie
United States United States
“This was the best hotel stay I’ve ever had and wish I stayed longer.”

Managed by Raasay House

Company review score: 9.6Based on 1,161 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Raasay House is operated by the Raasay Outdoor Centre, a family-run, not-for-profit business that has been part of island life for over 40 years. We operate one unique property - Raasay House -allowing us to focus fully on the quality of your stay and the experience we offer. As independent operators, we are dedicated to warm hospitality, personal service and creating meaningful island stays for guests from around the world. Our core team lives and works on Raasay, and we see ourselves as the caretakers of this historic house and its grounds. We take pride in maintaining the building with respect, ensuring it continues to welcome guests for generations to come. The building itself is community-owned, and our work helps generate income that supports local employment and island projects. When guests stay with us, dine with us or take part in activities, they are contributing directly to the sustainability of island life.

Property info

Raasay House offers peaceful accommodation on the Isle of Raasay, just a short ferry crossing from the Isle of Skye. Set within spacious grounds with panoramic views towards the Cuillin mountains, it is an ideal base for exploring the Skye and the Inner Hebrides - while enjoying a quieter island setting. This historic house has stood on the site since the 1500s and was once the clan seat of the Macleod chiefs of Raasay. After being rebuilt in 1747 following the Battle of Culloden, it later welcomed Samuel Johnson and James Boswell during their famous tour of the Hebrides. Following careful restoration after fire damage in 2009, Raasay House reopened in 2013, combining heritage with modern comfort. Today, guests can choose from a range of room types to suit different budgets, all within a relaxed atmosphere. The property also features an on-site restaurant, licensed bar and café, open to both residents and visitors. Outdoor activities, including bike hire, archery and wildlife boat trips, are available directly from the property. Raasay House is a family-run, not-for-profit business within a community-owned building. When you stay with us, you help support island life on Raasay.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Raasay House Hotel Cafe
  • Cuisine
    British • Scottish • Seafood
  • Open for
    Lunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free
Raasay House Hotel Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British • Scottish • Seafood
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Raasay House Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that you need to take a ferry from Sconser on the Isle of Skye to get here.

Please make sure you carefully check the Raasay ferry timetable at www.calmac.co.uk before travelling to Raasay House.

Groups of five or more rooms will be charged a 50% deposit on booking and a further 50% six weeks prior to arrival. If the booking is made six weeks or less in advance, the full amount will be charged on booking. Rooms that are cancelled or modified prior to six weeks before arrival will offset the final amount due.

Please inform Raasay House Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration

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