The Moorings Hotel - Tarbert (Argyll and Bute)

3-star B&B with stunning sea views and personalized host attention in Tarbert

Amenities and Services

The Moorings offers free private parking on-site and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel provides a cozy lounge with a log burner where guests can relax, and the garden is maintained with care by the hosts. Rooms are serviced daily with towels changed and attention to cleanliness that guests have noted as exceptional.

Room Types and Comfort

The Moorings Tarbert includes Deluxe Double Rooms with Sea View that overlook Tarbert harbour, and Single Rooms with Sea View for solo travelers. Each guest room has a private bathroom with a shower, a flat-screen TV, and a kettle for tea and coffee. Some rooms feature a sink in the bedroom and the beds are described as comfortable by guests who have stayed.

Location and Nearby Attractions

The Moorings B&B Tarbert is a short walk from the main street of Tarbert with shops, pubs, and restaurants nearby. The Portavadie ferry terminal is a 10-minute drive, making it useful for travelers catching ferries to Islay or Kintyre. Guests also have easy access to the historical castle in Tarbert and the scenic East Loch Tarbert for walking.

Breakfast and Dining Options

Breakfast at The Moorings is a full Scottish cooked breakfast served with fresh local ingredients and homemade plum jam. The hotel offers flexible breakfast arrangements - guests can request breakfast upon arrival if available that day, and special diet menus are available on request. Items such as fruit pudding are included, and guests have praised the quality and heartiness of the meal.

Host Attention and Atmosphere

The hosts at The Moorings provide personalized attention, sharing local knowledge about places to eat and swim. The property is LGBTQ+ friendly and has been praised by gay couples for making them feel safe and accepted. Unique touches include a marionette wall display, a lovingly tended garden, and two friendly bearded collie dogs named Cara and Dougal that add to the homely feel.

• Location: Short walk from Tarbert's shops and restaurants, 10-minute drive to Portavadie ferry
• Rooms: Deluxe Double Rooms with Sea View, Single Rooms with Sea View, all with private bathroom
• Dining: Full Scottish breakfast with homemade plum jam and fruit pudding, flexible breakfast time
• Pet-Friendly: Two friendly bearded collie dogs (Cara and Dougal) in a separate area of the house
• Host: Personalized attention with local recommendations, LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere

License number: AR02330F,D