Cowal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Cowal

Royal Marine Hotel
My wife and I had a decent stay at the Royal Marine, though it was a bit of a mixed bag. The building looks magnificent, and although a little tired, has fantastic potential with some TLC. Our room was spotless, and we enjoyed paying extra for the sea view; watching the ferry terminal activity was ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Loch Long Hotel
Very clean but the room was small even by European standards.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Portavadie
Spa closes early so be aware as this isn’t communicated, 5.30pm was the last entry whilst we were there.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Luxurious Mountain Retreat Lodge Hunters Quay

Dunroamin Lodges
A cosy cabin decorated beautifully. Everything you’d needle for a night or two away exploring the area.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

One Marine Place
Excellent
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Popular places to visit

Carrick Castle
After visiting Carrick Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carrick Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Benmore Botanic Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Benmore Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Benmore. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Loch Goil
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Goil during your travels in Cairndow. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Dunans Castle
Learn about the local history of Colintraive when you take a trip to Dunans Castle. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.
Puck's Glenn
You can take time to visit Puck's Glenn during your travels to Dunoon. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
Kilbride Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kilbride Bay Beach during your trip to Tighnabruaich?
Things to do

Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour

Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Small Group Tour from Glasgow

Kilmartin Glen Standing Stones Small Group Tour from Glasgow

Oban, Highland Lochs, Glens, Castles & Glencoe Tour from Glasgow


