Kilcamb Lodge Hotel

15/10/2026

One of the many factors that makes the Kilcamb Lodge a special place to visit is our attention to detail. This starts from the moment you arrive and continues throughout your stay. You’ll find it in the small touches that make each guest room a cosy haven of tranquillity; in the unique decorations and ornaments in public areas; in the subtle flavours and innovative garnishes and ingredients that accompany every meal; and in our friendly, discrete and professional service.

It’s this attention to detail that over the years has won us so many awards. Discover more on our web site: https://www.kilcamblodge.co.uk

14/10/2026

Did somebody say, ‘treats’? Judging by the rapt expression on their faces, our resident hounds certainly think that there might be something special on offer!

For dog owners looking for somewhere different to stay, where their four-legged friends are guaranteed a warm welcome, then the Kilcamb Lodge is the perfect venue. Our rooms are dog-friendly, there are treats on arrival and dog towels and bed covers are available, while our extensive grounds and loch-side shoreline provide lots of opportunities for walks, frisbee and ball catching or a delighted splash in the sea.

Discover more about our dog-friendly rooms and book here: https://www.kilcamblodge.co.uk/about-us-1/dog-friendly-breaks/

12/10/2026

Our sundial in the garden is more of a work of art than a timepiece…especially when the sun chooses to sneak behind the clouds! We’re not even sure how accurate it is, even when the sun is shining.

Sundials originated in ancient Egypt, where perhaps cloud cover was less of an issue. They were widely used by the Greeks and Romans, who turned them into practical timepieces as well as public monuments, and used them in the study of geometry and astronomy. Even with the advent of modern clocks and watches, sundials continued to be prized for their sculptural and aesthetic merits. Which brings us back to our sundial, which is a lovely addition to the garden, sitting on a naturally sculpted piece of granite from the local area and exuding a timeless sense of peace and antiquity.

10/10/2026

Sitting in the grounds of the Kilcamb Lodge is an old rowing boat. This was originally owned by Arthur Ransome, the famous author of children’s stories such as Swallows and Amazons that was written in 1929. The boat is called Coch-y-bonddhu and was the model for the Scarab, which featured in Ransome’s book Picts and Martyrs.

Coch-y-bonddhu has had a chequered life. Built in 1934 and named after a type of fishing fly, the boat was used by Ransome and his family in Suffolk and then later on Coniston Water, before being sold in the mid 1950s to Arnside School in Lancashire. Sometime later, the boat was moved to Scotland, before being purchased in 1968 by the fiddler and historian Charlie MacFarland, who used her as a fishing boat on Loch Sunart. Years passed and the boat appears to have been abandoned in the grounds of the Kilcamb Lodge, where she was discovered by a member of the Arthur Ransome Society.

Following an appeal, the society funded her restoration, the work being carried out by John Hodgson, a local craftsman from Morvern. Coch-y-bonddhu was relaunched in 1995 and subsequently spent time on display at various museums in the Lake District. There is, however, something of a mystery as to how the boat returned to the grounds of the Kilcamb Lodge!

09/10/2026

Earlier this year, the intrepid travellers Lloyd and Yaya, who run the blogging site, Hand Luggage Only, took a tour around Lochaber and Ardnamurchan. En route, they called in to the Kilcamb Lodge for dinner and drinks, before rowing out onto the loch to watch the sun set. We’re delighted to say that they thoroughly enjoyed their visit to the Kilcamb and loved the food. They even got to witness the amazing phenomenon of bioluminescent plankton out on the loch and along the beach.

Read all about their experiences: https://handluggageonly.co.uk/whisky-drinking-loch-rowing-picnicking-scottish-highlands/

08/10/2026

Marked on old maps of the Kilcamb Lodge is the location of a grave, roughly half-way between the hotel and the old bathing house. Despite many searches over the years it has never been found. Legend tells us that it marks the burial of a sergeant who was billeted in the Lodge when it was used as a military barracks in the eighteenth century.

The story goes that he got into debt and stole the soldiers’ wages to pay his creditors. Presumably he was identified as a thief, as his body was discovered hanging from a tree near the site of the grave. Whether he hung himself in remorse or was murdered we’ll never know.

This is just one of fascinating stories associated with the Kilcamb Lodge. To learn more, why not book a stay and enjoy true highland hospitality in an historic building set amidst the magnificent highland scenery?

https://www.kilcamblodge.co.uk

07/10/2026

Still have a Kilcamb gift voucher waiting to be enjoyed? 🎁
There’s still time to use it this October for lunch or afternoon tea.

We’d love to welcome you to Kilcamb. To arrange your visit, please get in touch by email or give us a call.

📧 [email protected]
📞 01967 402257

You can find more about our autumn and winter changes in the post below.

𝐀𝐧 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐛 𝐋𝐨𝐝𝐠𝐞:

As we head into autumn and winter, we wanted to share some changes to the way we’ll be operating at Kilcamb over the coming months.

Like many hospitality businesses, we’ve faced significant increases in the cost of operating, alongside changes in booking patterns and the way people are choosing to travel. Running a traditional hotel, particularly through the quieter months, has become increasingly challenging.

Rather than simply carrying on in the same way, we’ve decided to try something different.

For autumn and winter, Kilcamb will move to a smaller, more personal, owner-run model, with the two of us taking a much more hands-on role in welcoming and looking after our guests. We’ll continue to offer bed and breakfast, with dining available for those staying with us.

From 1st October, our dining will be exclusively for resident guests, and we will no longer be taking outside dining reservations.

We want to reassure anyone with an existing Kilcamb gift voucher or table booking. During September and October, voucher holders will still be able to book lunch or afternoon tea with us, and we will of course honour those vouchers during this transition. Existing dining reservations will also be honoured as booked.

This is a new way of working for us and, for now, it’s how we plan to operate through the autumn and winter. We’ll see how it works, listen to feedback and review our plans again in the New Year.

The hospitality industry has changed considerably, and we need to adapt with it if Kilcamb is to remain sustainable for the future. We hope this approach allows us to continue doing what matters most: welcoming people to this beautiful part of the West Highlands and giving our guests a warm, personal Kilcamb experience.

Thank you to everyone who continues to stay with us and support Kilcamb Lodge.

𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐚 & 𝐑𝐚𝐲𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝
𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐛 𝐋𝐨𝐝𝐠𝐞

01/10/2026

Some places are defined by their landscapes; Ardnamurchan is defined by its water.🌊

Lochs, rivers, sea lochs and open Atlantic coastline shape every curve of our wild peninsula, giving you endless ways to get out on the water and feel part of something bigger, deeper and beautifully elemental.

For guests staying at Kilcamb Lodge, the loch is not just a view, it’s your invitation to play, discover and explore. Loch Sunart’s sheltered waters are ideal for kayakers, paddleboarders and wild-swimmers, while for those wanting to explore further afield there are wildlife boat charters, or trips to nearby islands.

Read our blog to learn more: https://www.kilcamblodge.co.uk/blog/messing-about-on-the-water/
West Highland Peninsulas

30/09/2026

The Kilcamb Lodge is the perfect location for artists and photographers searching for inspiration.

We’re surrounded by stunning scenery, with ever-changing weather casting patterns of light and shade across the nearby lochs and hills. Further afield there are towering mountains, ancient forests with lichen and fern-drenched trees, deserted beaches, desolate cliffs and rocky bays, all calling to your creative instincts.

Have a read of our blog about creative pursuits: https://www.kilcamblodge.co.uk/blog/creative-inspiration/
West Highland Peninsulas