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4 star

The Bosville

Central Portree, near the harbour · Hotel

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A boutique hotel in restored nineteenth-century cottages in the middle of Portree, with a well-regarded restaurant and a busy merchant bar.

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About The Bosville

The Bosville sits in the heart of Portree, in a terrace of nineteenth-century cottages that have been knocked through and restored into a single boutique hotel. Some rooms look over the rooftops to the harbour and the Cuillin beyond; others face the town. All are comfortable rather than showy, with the low ceilings and thick walls that come with the building's age.

Downstairs there are two distinct halves. Dulse & Brose is the restaurant, an award-winning room built around Skye produce — shellfish, island lamb, foraged extras — with a menu that shifts through the season. The Merchant Bar next door is livelier and more informal, popular with locals as well as guests, and a good place to find out what the weather is actually going to do tomorrow.

The location is the main argument for staying here. Portree's harbour, shops, boat trips and bus stops are all within a couple of minutes on foot, so you can leave the car parked all evening. Sister property Marmalade is a short walk up the hill. For a mid-range stay that puts you in the middle of island life rather than looking at it from a distance, The Bosville is hard to better.

Reception hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What guests say

Steve L.

An Absolute Gem. Flawless from Start to Finish!Our recent stay at the Bosville Hotel was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the quality of the experience across the board. ​The Staff: Every single team member we encountered was incredibly warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive. Their local recommendations and hospitality made us feel right at home. ​The Food: Outstanding! The dining experience was a major highlight of our trip. Every meal was beautifully presented, packed with fresh flavors, and expertly prepared. ​The Rooms: Impeccably clean, stylishly decorated, and incredibly comfortable. It was the perfect sanctuary to return to after a day of exploring, complete with all the modern touches and amenities you could ask for. ​The Bosville strikes the perfect balance of luxury and genuine comfort. We cannot recommend it highly enough and will definitely be back!

2 months ago · via Google

johnmaff36

Excellent staff, could not fault them. Terribly overpriced for what you get. £18 for a breakfast. £24 for haddock and a few chips. Cannot believe the prices they charge for what you get. Rooms comfy enough but you can hear everything outside your door and through the floor. No carpark facilities. Good location and mornings are beautiful views but hotel itself is rather twee and hard to justify the sky high prices

5 months ago · via Google

rodney Pantony

Quiet, quiet rooms for sleep. Located by co-op for food and iconic ridge hikes overlooking sea and salmon farms. Chose the salmon breakfast. Eat all you want. Included . Massive sheep grazing. Very, very special.

a month ago · via Google

Amanda Willis

We loved our stay! The room was so cozy, had the best tea setup (and snacks + water), and the location was perfect. We loved being able to just walk down the stairs into the little pub and having breakfast here in the morning. Our room was impeccably clean, the tub in the bathroom was big enough for a full-size mermaid (which ended up being me), and the little touches of hospitality and comfort made the Bosville one of our favorite stays in Scotland. I would 100% recommend staying here and will most certainly not hesitate to book again. Additionally, I can't say enough good things about the staff--they are so thoughtful! It was my husband's birthday and they went out of their way to make it special for us, which meant so much! We also ate at Dulse & Brose, which I totally recommend! it was SO GOOD. I got the lamb shank; my husband got the fish n chips and we both LOVED all of it. Honestly, one of the best places we ate in Scotland. I'm picky about where I eat out due to my allergies, and the staff nailed it. If you need a nudge to make your reservation, this is it. You won't be disappointed. I highly recommend the bread and butter (seriously, it was a highlight--we're still sad we can't easily get Orkney butter in the US) and the sticky toffee pudding (the best!).

8 months ago · via Google

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Guests mention this hotel offers delicious food, including excellent breakfast and dinner options, and features cozy, impeccably clean rooms with thoughtful amenities. They also highlight the warm, attentive, and knowledgeable staff who provide exceptional service.

Some reviews mention parking can be difficult.

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At a glance

Address
13 Bosville Terrace, Portree, IV51 9DG Get directions
Property type
Hotel
Location
Central Portree, near the harbour
Star rating
4 star
Guest score
8.5 / 10 (980 reviews)
Prices from
£150 per night
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Isle of Skye