Ben Cruachan Inn, Lochawe, Dalmally, Argyll & Bute

The Ben Cruachan Boutique Hotel in Lochawe, Argyll, presents one of the Highlands’ most exciting hospitality opportunities. Beautifully positioned on the shores of Loch Awe, the property combines an award-winning restaurant and bar with a highly flexible accommodation offering comprising five serviced boutique hotel rooms, five one-bedroom self-catering Garden Suites and two architect-designed Eco Cabins, together with a spacious two-bedroom owners’/managers’ apartment within the main building. This proven mix provides excellent scope for a range of operational models, including boutique hotel, self-catering, extended stay, contractor accommodation or a hybrid hospitality business.

Overview
Re-opened in 2017 following the complete transformation of the former Tight Line pub, the property has become an award-winning boutique hotel renowned for quality food, warm Highland hospitality and sustainability. It has received numerous accolades including Green Tourism accreditation, Scotland’s Contemporary Inn of the Year (2025), Best Gastropub (2023 & 2025) and Scotland’s Best Dog-Friendly Hotel.

Location
Situated in the picturesque village of Lochawe, the hotel enjoys an enviable position overlooking Loch Awe with magnificent mountain views across the surrounding Highland landscape. The property lies approximately 20 miles from Oban and 70 miles from Glasgow, with Lochawe railway station only a short walk away.

The Property

Facilities include:
• Contemporary restaurant and bar seating approximately 70 guests with terrace and balcony dining overlooking Loch Awe.
• Five boutique en-suite hotel rooms.
• Five one-bedroom self-catering Garden Suites.
• Two architect-designed Eco Cabins ideal for couples.
• Spacious two-bedroom owners’/managers’ accommodation within the main building.
• Two staff accommodation pods.
• Fully accessible public areas with lift access.
• EV charging facilities, sustainable heating systems, ample parking and landscaped grounds.
Accommodation
The varied accommodation mix provides exceptional flexibility for incoming owners. Five serviced hotel rooms, five self-catering Garden Suites and two Eco Cabins allow operators to target leisure visitors, longer-stay guests, contractors and couples, maximising occupancy throughout the year.

Food & Beverage
The restaurant and bar form the heart of the business, serving high-quality Scottish cuisine using locally sourced produce. The welcoming public areas, terrace and bar are central to the business’s strong reputation and should be prominently featured throughout the sales brochure.
Growth Potential

The business already enjoys a successful events trade, including weddings and private celebrations. There remains significant opportunity to expand this profitable area through increased marketing and dedicated event packages. Further opportunities include benefiting from infrastructure projects in the area, enhancing occupancy levels and refining the accommodation mix to maximise revenue.