Knap Guest House

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only Tarbert guest house by the sea

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Grand Suite | Private kitchen
Grand Suite | Living area
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Campbeltown Road, Tarbert, Scotland, PA29 6SX
  • Tarbert Harbour
    1 min walk
  • Loch Fyne Gallery
    1 min walk
  • Luckenbooth Gallery
    3 min walk

Room options

Superior Double Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Grand Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator, Harbour View

  • 38 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Tarbert

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Tarbert guesthouse, you'll be steps from Tarbert Harbour and Loch Fyne Gallery. Luckenbooth Gallery and Kintyre Way are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Tarbert Harbour - 1 min walk
  • Loch Fyne Gallery - 1 min walk
  • Kintyre Way - 4 min walk
  • Royal Castle of Tarbert - 7 min walk
  • Loch Fyne - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Campbeltown (CAL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Ca'dora - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Corner House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tarbert Ferry Terminal - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Seabed Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Anchorage - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Knap Guest House

4-star adults-only Tarbert guest house by the sea
Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Victorian Tarbert guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1895
  • No smoking on site
Knap Guest House offers 4 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 328 ft

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast rate plans receive breakfast in their guestroom.

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Knap Guest House.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Knap Guest House Tarbert
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Knap Guest House Tarbert, Scotland
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Knap Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 221 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The Knap House is a clean and convenient little hotel in Tarbert which is a great place to stay if visiting the Isle of Islay & its distilleries. Its not fancy but has all the amenities. Having a refrigerator is a nice touch. Be ready to climb the stairs; most rooms are on the 3rd floor. The included breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise, Seattle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a cute suite! Right on the corner, we could see the bay and people watch. There is a corner store across the street and a great deli/takeaway downstairs. This was just what we needed after a long day in the car. We were lucky with the weather but I think it would be lovely no matter when you visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with partner
A convenient overnight stay for catching the ferry to Islay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Spotless, comfortable well appointed. Kitchen had supplies of tea, coffee, milk etc and again, was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The first impression was the view. It was absolutely beautiful. The room was nice, comfortable, and a good size. The proprietor was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our corner room overlooking the harbour. Very comfortable. Breakfast was a pre order which resulted in hot food coming at the same time as the cold!!!! So not ideal but that aside a lovely small niche setup
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem of a place
Lovely place full of character .Everything you would need including fridge and fresh milk.Owner very friendly and welcoming perfect location right on harbour.Great communication v easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great wee guest house. Bed was comfy and room was clean. Good view from the window and not disturbed by any noises. Would for sure stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and helpful. Clean modern bathroom and great view of the harbor. Definitely will consider staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gareth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and accommodating people running this place - lovely breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms and central location (was perfect for the wedding I was attending at the church!).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean and comfortable
Short overnight stay to catch ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great location, clean & well equipped, welcoming host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfectly pleasant stay. However it lacks the human touch. Everything is automated and seems organised to minimise interaction between host and guest. Breakfast - all three courses at the same time left at your door - eating cereal first meant cold bacon sandwich and cold toast. Run for the proprietor not the guest.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Business traveller
All very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful little guest house in an amazing little town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean easy to access guest house. Comfortable bed, good shower
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024