Bowmore
Places to stay in Bowmore, Isle of Islay
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Bowmore is a planned village on the Isle of Islay in Argyll and Bute, situated on the east coast of the island. The settlement was laid out in the 18th century and faces Loch Indaal across low moorland. The village is known as a centre for Islay's whisky production and serves as the main hub for exploring the island.
Where to stay in Bowmore(5)
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Accommodation in Bowmore consists of bed and breakfasts. The Bowmore House Bed and Breakfast and Dha Urlar are both highly rated, as is An Cuan Bed & Breakfast. The Bruce and Tarbert House offer additional options for visitors.
Things to Do in Bowmore
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4 mi
Islay Natural History Trust
Kilmartin · ⭐ 5.0
24 mi
Kiloran Beach
Isle of Colonsay · ⭐ 4.9
31 mi
Machrihanish Seabird Observatory
Machrihanish · ⭐ 4.4
32 mi
Machrihanish Bay
Campbeltown · ⭐ 4.7
34 mi
Carradale Beach
Campbeltown · ⭐ 4.7
37 mi
White Park Bay Beach
Ballycastle · ⭐ 4.9
37 mi
Crinan Canal Cruises
Lochgilphead · ⭐ 5.0
Giants Causeway and Visitors Centre
Bushmills · ⭐ 4.5
Camping in Bowmore
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Self-Catering Cottages in Bowmore
All cottages in Bowmore →Ashley Cottage
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £383
Burnside Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £927
Kilchoman Apartment
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £1,048
Saligo Apartment
4 bed · sleeps 8
Seafront Church
4 bed · sleeps 9 · from £3,222
Tigh na Maraiche
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £333
Common questions about Bowmore
Where can I stay in Bowmore?
We list 5 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Bowmore.
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