Barcaldine Castle Bed & Breakfast - Oban

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Barcaldine Castle Bed & Breakfast - Oban
Barcaldine Castle Benderloch, Oban, United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.8Perfect
Staff9.9
Cleanliness9.8
Comfort9.7
Facilities9.7
Location9.6
Who stays here
Couples70%
Families17%
Groups9%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.8Perfect
Staff9.9
Cleanliness9.8
Comfort9.7
Facilities9.7
Location9.6
Who stays here
Couples70%
Families17%
Groups9%
Solo4%

Bed and breakfast in a 17th-century castle on the shores of Loch Creran

Accommodations & Rooms

Barcaldine Castle offers six individually styled bedrooms, each with antique decor and historical significance. The Breadalbane room features a four-poster bed originally owned by Andrew Carnegie, and the Caithness room includes a secret passageway leading to the Great Hall. All rooms have private bathrooms, soundproof windows, and views of either Loch Creran or the Glencoe mountains.

Castle Experience & History

Guests receive a guided tour of Barcaldine Castle upon arrival, covering four centuries of clan history and hidden passageways that include a dungeon and secret doors. The Great Hall has a grand open fireplace and houses the original 17th-century stucco ceilings, while the Laird's Parlour offers a smaller sitting area for reading or evening drinks. Storytelling and local folklore are shared during the tour, making the stay a living history lesson.

Dining & Breakfast

The Full English/Irish breakfast is prepared fresh by a qualified chef and includes local specialties such as porridge with whisky, berries, and brown sugar. A complimentary afternoon tea with welcome snacks is provided to all guests upon arrival. Dietary options like vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available on request, and the dining room overlooks the castle gardens.

Grounds & Location

Barcaldine Castle sits on private grounds with direct access to a loch-side walking path and views of Loch Creran and the Glencoe mountains. The property has a picnic area, sun terrace, and electric vehicle charging station in the car park. Nearby attractions include Oban Distillery (15 min drive), Glen Coe for outdoor activities (20 min), and Dunstaffnage Castle (8 miles).

Events & Exclusive Use

The castle can be hired exclusively for weddings, family reunions, or private gatherings, with the entire property offering complete privacy for up to 35 guests. Barcaldine Castle is pet-friendly, allowing dogs in certain rooms, and the staff can arrange local catering or entertainment. Space includes the Great Hall for ceremonies, the Laird's Parlour for receptions, and the surrounding gardens for outdoor photos.

  • History: One of the few ancient castles on the Scottish mainland open for B&B stays
  • Rooms: Six individually styled bedrooms with secret passageways and period furniture
  • Dining: Full Scottish breakfast with local ingredients and complimentary afternoon tea
  • Experience: Guided historical tours with clan storytelling and secret passage access
  • Events: Exclusive castle hire for weddings and family reunions with full privacy
  • Location: Shore of Loch Creran, 15 min from Oban and 20 min from Glen Coe
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:30-18:30
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:6
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Twin Room
  • Room size:

    65 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed / 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Deluxe Queen Room
  • Room size:

    65 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Deluxe Queen Room
  • Room size:

    65 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

VIP check-in/ -out

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Barcaldine Castle Bed & Breakfast

💵 Lowest room price 346 US$
📏 Distance to center 7.4 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 4.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Oban, OBN

Location

Barcaldine Castle Benderloch, Oban, United Kingdom
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