Big Sand Travel Guide
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Gairloch Hotel
Easy parking. Spotless room and brand new bathroom. Excellent dinner and breakfast. Easy walk onto beach.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

The Flodigarry Hotel in the Skye
We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. Excellent staff and a great facility. We stayed for 5 nights so our only criticism would be that after 5 nights the dinner menu becomes a little restrictive as the options are limited. The food is very good but the menu could be a little more flexible.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Shieldaig Lodge Hotel
Stunning location, room nice and clean, food lovely though limited menu, good beer, good selection of whiskey. Very enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Sound of Durnamuck
Beautiful location, welcoming information from hosts, very cool tiny house!
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Amber's Cottage
We enjoyed the quiet location and it was an ideal spot for exploring the highlights of the Isle of Skye. The location needs a bigger sign to indicate the driveway. We had to ask some strangers for directions when we were trying to find it. We could also have used a bit more toilet paper and towels. ...
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

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Popular places to visit

Big Sand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Big Sand Beach during your travels in Gairloch? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Gairloch Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Gairloch Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Redpoint Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Redpoint Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Rua Reidh Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Gairloch with a visit to Rua Reidh Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Loch nan Eun
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch nan Eun during your travels in Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Gairloch Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gairloch with a trip to Gairloch Harbour. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.





