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Reviews of The Loch Erisort

Loch Erisort Inn Sheildinish, Balallan, HS2 9RA, United Kingdom

#6 of 6 hotels in Balallan

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 44 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.2

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    6.6

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    8.0
    A lovely well-kept small hotel on the edge of a loch - a great Scottish experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    A great place to stay, welcoming and friendly hosts. The dinner and breakfast were excellent, with great food for those needing special dietary requirements. The room was very clean and well kept. We loved the bar decor and the local artwork on display throughout the hotel.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2025

    8.0
    Wonderful hosts. Adapted our room for a dog and provided vegetarian food as requested.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cullen Stink, not to my taste.

    Location and staff.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2025

    7.0
    Over priced and not warmly welcomed. Cold hotel which is very dated but spacious
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owner greeted us quite coldly and said that we hadn’t informed her of a gluten free member in our group. Which I had…. See pic. Also she had booked us in for a 6.30 meal and then said no it was 7, this is ok but we didn’t actually get our dinner until 7.30. (See pic) It was very nice when we finally got it but over priced at £24 for a roast. Pudding was also expensive although lovely. Also two of our party were given the disabled room which was fine but the basin so so low, with a shelf above it made washing very difficult. There were lots of empty rooms so not sure why we had this room. The hotel was definetly over priced, the most we’d paid on our 12 night trip. It’s dated and not homely. It was also very cold and had to ask several times for the heating to be out on.

    Spacious rooms but no homely features, more like a yha. We loved playing the old records in the bar.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2025

    7.0
    Staff delightful but needs to upgrade for the price charged.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bedding and decoration could be upgraded as felt functional not ‘boutique’ as described Room cold on arrival after our long rainy journey but once the radiator turned on soon warmed up. The view although lovely our room also had the oil tank outside so maybe some screening or foliage could screen. A box of tissues in the room would be appreciated That said it was clean. £237 with no breakfast was not value for money in comparison with other accommodation we have stayed in over the last 3weeks touring around Scotland.

    Staff delightful especially Katie who greeted us on arrival and so welcoming and personable Evening meal lovely and breakfast too

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2025

    8.0
    Not a 4 Star hotel but has 5 star friendliness and good homemade food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2025

    7.0
    Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    .we felt it wS overpriced.

    Staff were pleasant. Very clean. Excellent breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2025

    7.0
    A friendly and peaceful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our stay here was forced on us by poor availability of ferry capacity and lack of alternative short notice accommodation on the island, and then we arrived late due to a delayed ferry so we had little time to appreciate the place.

    Beautiful location, peaceful, great views, very friendly staff. Great breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: October 13, 2024

    9.0
    Exceptional Personal Service.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a criticism. I felt that in such a big room, there was space for a luggage rack and an extra chair would be helpful. Also, decided to have cereal and toast for breakfast. I was brought museli and fruit. Which was lovely, but a choice would have been nice. Only suggestions. We loved our stay. Highly recommend.

    The owners couldn't have been more helpful. The ferry came in at 10.15pm and we didn't get to hotel till 11pm, but the husband waited up for us. And even gave us a later breakfast slot, since we were very tired. My husband loved the evening meal, whilst I opted for a long luxurious bath. Very comfortable sleep.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2024

    9.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The larger room was a bit costly for only 3 persons! The checkin only from 4pm onwards was a bit "annoying"

    Nice staff, caring about sick wife! Large room, nice and very comfortable Bathroom!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2024

    7.0
    lovely spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    drinks expensive, one of the waiters a bit confused

    great view from hotel room was clean and well decorated

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2024

    8.0
    We expected more
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had to wait more than 30min for hot breakfast.

    Room was clean and bed was comfy. View was nice. Dinner was quick and delicious.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2024

    8.0
    Warm Welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Building a little tired, but work is going on to remedy this.

    As a tour guide I had two guests staying here. They were a little dissapointed on arrival as the building is tired externally, we entered via the dining room which again is a little tired. Other than that my guests had a comfortable stay, nice big room, good food, and a very good welcome from the owners. It is a little expensive, but that's down to supply and demand. The islands are expensive no matter where you stay. Would I put guests here again, yes, happily.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing stay in a friendly environment, centrally located to visit the Islands.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly welcoming team , led by Scott and Elaine, in an excellent location to visit Lewis and Harris easily .

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2024

    7.0
    Lovely people
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel was quite basic and felt it needed home comforts to make it feel more like a hotel. Breakfast was yummy but very early for a Sunday 7.30-8.30

    The staff and hosts were lovely and super friendly

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    9.0
    Great for a stay on the beautiful island of Lewis (and very close to Harris)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owners were really helpful and tje location was excellent

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    uncomfortable bed

    beautiful location delicious breakfast friendly staff

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2023

    8.0
    Comfortable stay, very friendly staff, exceptional food!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely friendly service

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NA

    People were lovelly

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2023

    7.0
    Warm welcome in beautiful surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Weeds outside entrance. Limited choice for dinner

    Wonderful warm welcome. Nothing too much trouble. Beautiful spot with lovely view over the loch. Comfortable room. Very nice breakfast.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2023

    9.0
    Lovely hosts, delicious breakfast, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wi-Fi code did not work but it did not matter as we were too tired to google!

    The hosts were wonderful, the room and bath were very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious. Less than 30 minutes from the Tarbert ferry so very convenient.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2023

    9.0
    Delightful hotel in a very peaceful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was nothing to dislike.

    Loch Erisort Hotel is located in a remote area, so peaceful, with a gorgeous view down over pastures to the loch- and we even saw a white-tailed eagle from the dining room. Don't be put off by this being an older-style hotel; it may have been a travellers' rest inn in its past life, but the welcome we got from our hosts was so warm and the food wonderful. I would recommend anyone staying here to pre-book their evening meal as it is not near any alternative restaurants, and it was lovely to have a very yummy 3 course 'home-cooked' style meal there. Breakfast was a full English breakfast and beautifully cooked and presented. The shower was lovely and hot with good pressure, the bathroom modernised (we had a disabled-friendly room). Beds comfortable. Wifi great and secure.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2023

    7.0
    Pleasant stay .
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Inadequate coathangers no towel rail. No drinking water in room. Breakfast limited choice-no fruit. If you had cereal you could not have cooked breakfast. Timing 7-8 no possibility of having a longer stay in bed. Evening meal no choice but was enjoyable. No directions how to find the hotel.

    Beautiful room—very comfortable. Welcoming hosts -friendly..overall the food was good.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We were only on a short stopover at the Loch Erisort Inn. So we didn't get to enjoy the special, wide view over the loch in the evening and in the morning in the dark we had a very early start. A hot breakfast at a very early hour was no problem for the pleasant and motivated hosts. In advance of our stay we received advice and questions about dinner. I can highly recommend this, great price. With the family at one table ... and very tasty! Humorous conversations. We were only there for a very short time, but felt very comfortable. Try it for yourself: Family atmosphere is unsurpassable. Thanks Elaine, Scott and Michael

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    Special place away from noise and crowds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location. Near sites that we wanted to see. Very quiet and relaxing.

    Stayed in August 2025

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