Carbost
Places to stay in Carbost, Isle of Skye
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Carbost is a small settlement on the west coast of the Isle of Skye, in the Scottish Highlands. The village sits in a remote rural area characterised by moorland and mountain scenery, with views across to the Cuillin ridge. Carbost has long been associated with whisky production, with a distillery established there in the 19th century.
Where to stay in Carbost(1)
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Garroch House is a bed and breakfast in the village. Glenbrittle Campsite, located nearby, accepts tents, caravans and motorhomes and has a strong reputation with regular visitors.
Sligachan Hotel
Sligachan, Sligachan
Balmoral Skye
Balmoral House, Achnahanaid
Bracadale House
Iv47 8sl, Portnalong
Garroch House
10b Fiskavaig, Carbost
Skye Photo Centre
Camustianavaig Braes, Portree
Isle of Raasay Distillery
Isle of Raasay, Clachan
Canowindra
Canowindra, Portree
Taigh Scalpaigh
6b Heatherfield, Portree
Things to Do in Carbost
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The surrounding landscape offers access to moorland and mountain walks characteristic of Skye's interior. The nearby Cuillin ridge provides more challenging terrain for hillwalkers and climbers.
Where to Eat in Carbost(1)
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Sligachan Hotel is the main dining option in the area, situated close to Carbost and serving as a stopping point for visitors exploring the surrounding region.
Attractions Near Carbost
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9 mi
Misty Isle Boat Trips
Isle of Skye · ⭐ 4.9
9 mi
Bella Jane Boat Trips
Elgol · ⭐ 4.8
12 mi
Portree Treasure Hunt Trail
Portree · ⭐ 4.6
18 mi
Armadale Castle & Grounds
Isle of Skye · ⭐ 4.9
19 mi
Seaprobe Atlantis
Kyle of Lochalsh · ⭐ 4.4
20 mi
Applecross Beach
Applecross · ⭐ 4.3
23 mi
Calums Plockton Seal Trips
Plockton · ⭐ 5.0
23 mi
Western Isles Cruises
Mallaig · ⭐ 4.9
Camping in Carbost(1)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Carbost
All cottages in Carbost →Nyumbani
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £641
The Cottage
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £543
The Duckling
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £857
Half Of 2
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £587
Cuillin View
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £503
Tigh An Dun
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £503
Suisnish House
7 bed · sleeps 15 · from £1,472
Seascape
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,152
Common questions about Carbost
How many campsites are there in Carbost?
We list 1 campsites in and around Carbost, of which 1 take tents.
Where can I stay in Carbost?
We list 1 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Carbost.
Where can I eat in Carbost?
We list 1 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Carbost.
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