Ormidale Hotel

23rd April 2024:

Great place to stay in Brodick! Room was nicely decorated and had the amenities needed for a pleasant visit. The people are absolutely fantastic and are the highlight of the stay!

Would Recommend: Yes

17th April 2024:

We had a wonderful stay at the Ormidale Hotel. Laura and the team looked after us so well with delicious breakfasts and tasty dinners. We were able to stay an extra night owing to Storm Kathleen and enjoyed the live music on Sunday evening. I'd love to stay again.

Local swimmers swim from the slip at Brodick, 15 mins walk from the hotel and Lamlash, half an hour bike ride away. The Castle, its garden and the adjacent glen are beautiful and the quirky local history museum is also well worth visiting.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th April 2024:

We loved our 3 night stay at Ormidale. All the staff were really welcoming and helpful and the hotel and grounds are very interesting and beautifully located. The breakfast was great. The evening bar menu is extensive and the food is excellent quality.

Brodick Castle is very nearby and really beautiful. The beach bar at Cladoch is a great idea!

Would Recommend: Yes

15th April 2024:

Perfect stay. Great pub, food, drink, staff and service. Can't wait to return.

Apart from the various romantic castle ruins, spectacular scenery, amazing geology and history, fabulous coffee shops, excellent hill and coastal walking, this visits highlights were: the Bob Marley biopic at the mobile cinema, Stronach Wood Rock Art/Petrglyphs, the Wineport cafe/restaurant, the Lagg distillery and coffee shop, the King's Caves woodland/coastal walk, the Viking Fort at King's Cross with stunning views into the Arran Hills and Holy Isle. This trip was the first time I have taken the ferry to/from Troon.

Would Recommend: Yes

13th April 2024:

Couldn't fault anything at all.Everything was just perfect.Can’t wait to come back in the near future

Would Recommend: Yes

12th April 2024:

Such a lovely, homely environment. We were made very welcome. Breakfast was amazing. The evening meals were great. Laura and her staff were just so good to us. Would stay again if I am back in Arran. :)

So much to do here. Lochranza distillery was great. Lots of walks and bike rides... if you like the hills.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd April 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd April 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

30th March 2024:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th October 2023:

Excellent hotel , very helpful staff. Excellent bar serving good food.

Would Recommend: Yes

8th October 2023:

Friendly people with a nice breakfast. Will stay again next time we are over.

The harbour fish n chip shop is great Shanghai Chinese is fantastic. brodic Castle is near aswell.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th September 2023:

We had a nice short break. All the stsff were friendly and helpful.Good choices for breakfast and the couple of dinners we had were excellent with generous portions. Stayed midweek so we missed out on any music but the quizzes were good fun & we won on the rock n roll bingo.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd September 2023:

Owners and staff were all very welcoming, helpful and friendly

Would Recommend: Yes

18th September 2023:

Bar and breakfast food was superb. The staff were fantastic. Loved the worldly character of this hotel. Gem find.

Unless you want fine dining, the bar food is first class.

Would Recommend: Yes

8th September 2023:

Friendly staff Food good and a lively bar

Good base to explore Arran. Very close to ferry terminal

Would Recommend: Yes

4th September 2023:

Staff are excellent and made us feel very welcome. Room and bathroom clean, spacious and comfortable. Great location, close to town but far enough away from main road to be quiet during the day. Lovely outside space sheltered by the trees with views over Brodick Bay and Castle and up to Goat Fell and Glen Rosa.

Food at the Ormidale is always great, large portions and very good specials. Walking distance to Co-op and beach and short driving distance to all places on the island including our favourites Blackwaterfoot and Cladach.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2023:

Really enjoyed our stay here. Food is good and there is a lively atmosphere in the bar. Ideally located for touring the island.

Nice walk from hotel to Brodick Bay and the beach is great for children and dogs. Fisherman’s walk to the castle is great. Lamlash is a lovely place to visit as is Lochranza.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2023:

Very friendly and helpful. Lovely room. Made to feel very welcome.

Great food at the Ormidale. Wooleys bakers shop has lots of goodies. Fisherman's walk good for all abilities and takes you to a gorgeous beach.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th August 2023:

Excellent stay - homecooked breakfast with various veggi options, spacious room, comfy mattress and last but not least very hospitable staff.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2023:

Everything was great, room nice, very clean and tidy. Food (breakfast and diner) very good and staff so welcoming, warm and attentive. The only thing I could point as a bit negative is the mattress, too soft for me.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th August 2023:

Beautiful location and rooms very comfortable. Excellent choice at breakfast also . Very relaxed and homely atmosphere.

Meals at the hotel are fantastic great choice and very filling !!!

Would Recommend: Yes

24th August 2023:

Very friendly and helpful staff. We received a packed breakfast when we had to get on the early ferry.

Very homely pub.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd August 2023:

Easy relaxed accommodation and staff. Excellent breakfast prepared by Laura and severed by most pleasant young ladies. I've stayed here a number of times and will do so again.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd August 2023:

Hotel dans son jus, bien entretenu, petit déjeuner très appréciable, personnel souriant.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st August 2023:

Great family and friendly run hotel. Staff attentive and courteous. Great location with presentable outside area to enjoy the Arran sunshine when it's not raining.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st August 2023:

Overall impressive! Stylish building, beautiful and convenient location. Extremely friendly and welcoming staff. Most comfortable and fun stay!

Would Recommend: Yes

15th August 2023:

Such a beautiful family run hotel. I go every year and it never disappoints. I stayed in a single room, very clean and comfortable with everything you need, breakfast was also excellent. I also had an evening meal which was also delicious. The staff are all lovely, friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. I honestly wouldn’t go anywhere else.

I would definitely recommend a visit to the Ormidale to stay, food or even a wee dram, the Brodick bar and Arran Botanical are great if you fancy a cocktail or 2 also. A walk up goatfell is a must for anyone visiting the island, Glen Rosa or even Brodick castle I’d highly recommend a walk to. So many beautiful places to visit while on the island.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2023:

Had a very enjoyable stay with you and will definitely return. The location and grounds excellent. All staff very helpful. Nice room with view,relaxed surroundings. Nice to socialise in the great bar and had a very good Haddock + chips plus full Scottish breakfast was perfect start to the day .

The Hotel is tucked away in a secluded wooded area but short walk to Brodick for facilities.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th August 2023:

good food and accommodation and very friendly

Would Recommend: Yes

6th August 2023:

This hotel was amazing, pub has fun activities, nice food and amazing breakfast. Room was clean and staff was very friendly. Would have stayed longer. I think hotel should update their pictures on booking because in reality rooms are much better. Only thing was the WiFi problem that was not working in the room, only in first floor and there was no signal for our internet. Otherwise everything was perfect. Thank you

Would Recommend: No

5th August 2023:

Very well placed. Pretty room Very clean, serviced daily. Staff lovey and very helpful. It is a lively pub and busy in the evenings but we never had trouble getting a table. Usual pub fare but specials good. Enjoyed the pub quiz. Very good breakfasts. Coffee variable..

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd August 2023:

The room was well equipped and very clean. We appreciated the local biscuits! Breakfast was excellent, great choice and well cooked. The children loved the play area and rope swing. We really enjoyed the restaurant meals and appreciated lots of vegetarian options.

Great location, beautiful green surroundings with views down to the coastline. Easy to access Brodick facilities on foot and well located for the Heritage Museum and Brodick Castle. Really comfortable place to stay. :)

Would Recommend: Yes

31st July 2023:

Very friendly and helpful Staff. Evening meal we had there was very nice. Nice view from our bedroom window. Good breakfasts. Great bar and selection of drinks. Enjoyable pub quizzes.

Brodick Castle and Gardens well worth a visit. Corrie and Lochranza were two lovely places we visited. Had an enjoyable tapas meal at nearby 1860 restaurant.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th July 2023:

Thanks all for making our stay so enjoyable.

Would Recommend: Yes

27th July 2023:

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Ormidale. Trevor, Laura and all the team were friendly, helpful and gave excellent service. Superb food and excellent ales. We certainly didn't starve!The Ormidale is full of character with an interesting history, and there was plenty of entertainment every night with Trevor's quizzes and music nights. Never a dull moment! Something for everybody.

Arran is a beautiful island with plenty to see and do whether you enjoy walking , cycling or simply sitting and looking at the views. Brodick has an excellent chocolate shop, brewery , cheese shop, and Arran Aromatics - all worth a visit , as well as the distilleries at Lochranza and Lagg. The Heritage Museum is a little gem, and Brodick Castle is also worth a visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

27th July 2023:

Great stay - many thanks to Trevor, Laura and the team.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th July 2023:

Where to start … from before our stay to the end… we had. Great experience. The rooms are clean and very well presented. The breakfasts amazing and plentiful for a day in the hills… the food and cocktails amazing, however, the highlight has to be the team members, every single one went the extra mile and were so welcoming to us (especially to Frank who was treated like a king) fantastic stay

The cladach beach house was lovely and only a short walk (30 minutes) from the hotel

Would Recommend: Yes

17th July 2023:

Staff are fantastic. Nothing too much trouble, from service to helping plan your day. Food superb. Great choice of drinks. Fantastic choice at breakfast to kick start the day.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th July 2023:

Lovely comfortable quiet room. Super friendly and helpful staff.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th July 2023:

After several visits ,we have always been eager to return.You would not find a more friendly place anywhere.

The surrounding environment of the island is enough without further distractions....so many good walks on various levels if you can't manage the mountains.If you can, the view from Goat fell summit is worth the effort. The castle gardens are beautiful and the standing stones of Machrie moor are impressive.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th July 2023:

The most friendly and truly scottish place

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2023:

Welcome and warmth second to none and the food cooked to perfection

Do both distilleries….arrange your next celebration at the old boathouse

Would Recommend: Yes

25th June 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd June 2023:

Absolutely loved our stay with you, everything was perfect and for sure we’ll be back!

The pop bingo was a must, but pretty much anything you choose to do or go on the island you’ll be made to feel welcome and have a great time. One of the best places you can go.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2023:

What a beautiful location.My husband and I had a fabulous time. Very friendly people great food and the music was amazing....we will definitely come back

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2023:

Staff friendly and very attentive.Food delicious.

Brodick castle interesting.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2023:

Can’t fault the Ormidale - very good value and comfortable for what I paid. The room was nice and clean and I enjoyed the breakfast. There was less noise than I perhaps expected for a Saturday night. I’d have no hesitation staying here again for a similar type of trip. Very friendly people too.

I could write a book on things to see and do on Arran. My advice is simple: go! Great people, businesses, walks and scenery.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2023:

Very friendly, welcoming hosts, an excellent breakfast and a lovely room. The hotel is also in an excellent location surrounded by beautiful gardens. A very relaxing and peaceful break.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th June 2023:

Enjoyed our stay, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, and bar meals, nice friendly atmosphere in the bar, excellent experience.

The noise at night didn’t affect us.

Would Recommend: Yes

13th June 2023:

Had a lovely time at the Ormidale, both in the hotel and the bar. The facilities are well maintained and very clean, the staff are all very friendly and willing to help, and the location is close to public transport links and to Brodick Main St. Overall a wonderful experience.

The food in the bar is quite delicious, as is the breakfast served daily. There are other options within a fifteen minute walk as well, if needed.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th June 2023:

We really enjoyed our stay at The Ormidale. There is a lovely, friendly atmosphere there and the staff were very helpful. The food was plentiful and delicious. The accommodation is not modern but very quaint. The shower room looked brand new. There was also plenty of entertainment in the evening, if you wanted it… quizzes, folk evening etc.

We played golf during the day and can recommend all the courses on the island. The stunning views on each course were wonderful

Would Recommend: Yes

6th June 2023:

All the staff were extremely welcoming and showed genuine interest in us. Our every need was met on arrival as well as during our stay, the food and drink were perfect, well cooked and presented and certainly enjoyed by us both.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd June 2023:

Fabulous place loved my stay, entertainment most nights if you want to join in, staff very welcoming and hospitable fabulous selection of food and drinks, great location lovely building in mature grounds and outdoor seating area with views to Goatfell ⛰️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🤩beautiful .

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd June 2023:

We loved our stay at The Ormidale Hotel. Everything was exactly as described and as we had hoped, if not better. The team at the hotel were really friendly and worked very hard to look after all guests. The table service was absolutely the best we’ve had in years and made us feel really relaxed. Our family room was just what we needed and we had the most amazing sleep, really struggling to get down for breakfast! We could hear the bar but it was no problem at all. The room was cosy, clean and had a lovely view.. We really enjoyed the evening quizzes. We would definitely return. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th May 2023:

Thanks to everyone at the Ormidale. It was our first time staying and I have to say it was a great find. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and beautiful location. Really handy for bus services and ferry terminal. Breakfast was first class. We’ll definitely be returning.

10 min walk from Brodick ferry, local bus service 5 mins away. Stunning views of Goat Fell and Brodick Bay.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th May 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

26th May 2023:

Very welcoming staff, especially at breakfast with breakfast menu,(buffet table and cooked dishes) being very good. Nice spacious room overlooking garden and beyond. Informal evening of folk musicians was enjoyable. Parking convenient. Warm atmosphere in bar for evening meals.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2023:

Great and welcoming staff, great location for exploring, good choice of hot breakfast items. The Ormidale has a lot of personality and the pub downstairs is nice for relaxing after a long day of exploring the island.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd May 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd May 2023:

Love the Ormidale, great family run pub/hotel, lovely breakfast and delicious bar meals. Lovely clean and comfy rooms.

Located in Brodick, short walk to lots of shops and cafes,and of course the beautiful bay.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th May 2023:

As pre warned I could hear the noise from the kitchen and bar below until midnight or so but it wasn't too bad. The room was lovely - very clean and nice quirky decor. Hotel itself was full of character as you'd expect from a victorian property. Saw others had commented that the bar smelled old - it did but that's part of the authentic charm of the place. The tofu fried breakfast was delicious- honestly best I've ever tasted.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th May 2023:

Great hotel with charachter and a great vibe. Super helpful and friendly staff made it a brilliant short break.

Cycling around the island is a brilliant day out. Quiet roads and marvellous scenery.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th May 2023:

I enjoyed it nice bar and food great location short walk to shops

Nice golf course near buy for foot ball in the club house great beach and good local shops and good for a nice walk

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd May 2023:

I enjoyed my stay at the Ormidale. The staff were were very friendly and helpful. The meals were excellent and it was no problem to ask for small portions as I could not manage the large very generous portions that are served up. My single room was very comfortable with modern en—suite facilities. I would certainly stay at the ORMIDALE in the future. Alison Anderson

Arran is a beautiful island to visit historically,outdoor activities - suitable for all ages.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th April 2023:

We stayed for 3 nights with our dog and this hotel is perfectly situated for walks about the grounds and down to the beach and boardwalks and also walkable to the bus and ferry terminals.Great breakfast and good home cooked meals available at reasonable prices would stay again. Lovely friendly staff and entertainment in the bar in the evenings.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th April 2023:

Staff were very welcoming, taking time to talk to our family group. Breakfast and dinners were of an excellent standard, all 5 of us commented on how much we enjoyed our food. There's a good quiz night on a Thursday.

If a golfer, try Corrie, which is a 9 hole course with the best view on Arran.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th April 2023:

A really good family home feel. Thanks sooo much for looking after our rucksacks 4 days ahead of our arrival. Really enjoyed the quiz.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th April 2023:

The staff were really attentive and friendly and the room was very clean and well furnished. Great food and a wide selection of drinks at the bar downstairs.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th April 2023:

Great stay made better with the helpfulness and brilliant staff. Comfortable beds made for peaceful nights after enjoying the evening bar entertainment to cap off that day’s adventures.

Perfect location for exploring the island, short walk from the ferry and starting point to tackle the challenging hike to Goatfell. Food was great here making evening plans easy whatever happened during the day.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd April 2023:

Would Recommend: Yes

18th February 2023:

We had a fantastic time at the Ormidale Hotel. The room was ideal for our requirements. The owners and staff were very friendly and helpful and did everything they could to ensure our stay was a relaxing one. The bar was very welcoming with its open fire and there was a wide selection of drinks with the meals being very reasonably priced. Excellent locally sourced breakfasts.

Loads to do, great walks in beautiful surroundings. The hotel has loads of character and a beautiful garden.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th February 2023:

Friendly family. The hotel is very clean and you don't have to get out for diner or having a beer...Nice and warmly place.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th October 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th October 2022:

This was a short break for me and my 9 year old son. Lovely bright, clean room, very warm welcome, great food and entertainment in the bar with really kind and helpful staff. Would thoroughly recommend The Ormidale and we will definitely go back.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st October 2022:

Very friendly and helpful. Excellent bar meals with superb portions. All freshly cooked. Might be wise to fix front door so it shuts properly to keep the cold out!!

Convenient for ferry. Walkable.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th October 2022:

Very enjoyable stay

Allow for the weather

Would Recommend: Yes

27th September 2022:

Great to stay here again. Been coming since the 80s and delighted to see it’s still run by the family. The rooms were very comfortable- especially the bed: firm and a good length for tall travellers. The food is delicious and very reasonably priced. Would and do recommend The Ormidale as the best place to stay in Brodick.

Arran always surprises us with new places to visit. This time I did a bucket list and walk the 2 miles up in the hills and swam in the lochin near Thunderguy. Very very cold but glad I did it!

Would Recommend: Yes

26th September 2022:

We had a great stay! Employees both in bar and breakfast were amazing, great location and authentic atmosphere!

Both distilleries King’s cave Goatfell Brodick brasserie

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd September 2022:

A very friendly atmosphere and inclusive. The food is excellent and lots of it. Breakfast had a good selection including homemade granola, great start to the day. Room had everything we needed, clean and comfortable. Looking forward to going back

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2022:

We had a brilliant Time at the Ormidale Hotel!

Wonderful outdoor area. Good selection of malt whiskys. Great fun at the pub quiz !

Would Recommend: Yes

15th September 2022:

You are very welcoming and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble.

Around every corner of Arran there is something wonderful to experience. Walk through Glen Rosa for amazing views, golden eagles and a wild swim. Drink cocktails on the beach at Arran Botanicals. Just enjoy the sand between your toes on any of the beaches.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th September 2022:

Very friendly and welcoming on arrival and meal times, meals generous and tasty.

Easy to walk and explore surrounding area, lovely area Easy to get to Brodick Castle and the heritage museum which are a must to visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th September 2022:

My friend and I LOVED OUR STAY. and notably so did other guests with whom we chatted. Staff committed to ensuring all guests were looked after and needs met. The breakfast on offer was amazing (from a slice of toast, to porridge, cereals, fresh fruit, creme fraiche eggs whichever way, fish, cheese, all very tasty and well presented. The hotel is surrounded by a mature garden including lots of outside seating. There is even a rope swing where we noticed other guests and visitors having fun. There is also an amazing glasshouse where you can have dinner. Of an evening the hotel puts on entertainment including name the singer of the song, music bingo and general knowledge. I believe there is music on a Friday but we were gone before this. In fact myself and a few other guests were in our 60's and not bothered with any noise. Myself and my friend enjoyed coming back from our evening walk and joined in the evening competition, and had suooer before going to bed. Would not hesitate to recommend. WE HAD FUN..

We brought a car over which allowed us to drive round the Island and stop wherever we fancied however there are plenty of buses to so you can still get around the island. Its not unusual to see ottors or seals on the way. The Castle I would say is a fantastic and well worthwhile visit. For a Top Class steak dinner and surrounds you can eat at the Brambles in Auchrannie Resort. Keep your bank account topped up for that... We came back with beautiful gifts, cheeses, dundee cake chutney, olives, candles, soaps , perfume and more..

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd September 2022:

Great wee hotel Very friendly

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2022:

Excellent hotel and everyone really helpful. Great location and clean with a nice decor in the bedrooms.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th August 2022:

All good really enjoyed my stay hotel is very central in town

Plenty of walks And the golf courses are all worth playing on the island I played them all when there.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th August 2022:

Lovely staff. Very accommodating with my dog. Room seen to every day to make bed, top up coffee and milk etc. The hotel is in a great location and there are events on such as quizzes and bingo in an evening which I enjoyed doing one night.

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2022:

This hotel is definitely the place to go. The food was excellent,the room comfortable, the staff very friendly and the evenings were buzzing .Entertainment in the form of quizzes. Very entertaining. The locals obviously enjoy the hotel too.Every evening was busy with all ages.

The hotel is situated just off the main road from the ferry port. There are plenty of places to visit,Brodick Castle & Gardens,the Heritage Museum,and if you like walking ,a walk up Goatfell.(not for the faint hearted )is a must. There s plenty of geological sites on the island and lovely bays. The lovely thing is nowhere is overcrowded with tourists ,you can enjoy all the places at you own pace.

Would Recommend: Yes

13th August 2022:

Cute building, great staff, beautiful garden

Would Recommend: Yes

9th August 2022:

Hotel location was excellent. To get into town was a 10 min walk. Breakfast was really good and good choices. Room was lively and clean. Lovey beer garden and bar to have a drink before you went out or when you come back at night. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again

Definitely worth a. Visit to lamlash to the drift inn for food and drinks. Lovely location with great views on the beach.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th August 2022:

Lovely old building with modern facilities and quirky decor. Great garden and grounds. Food plentiful and tasty at dinner and breakfast. Hosts and staff all so friendly. Particularly enjoyed the music quiz and bingo held in the hotel bar:lounge. Popular with quests amd locals. Will defo be back

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd August 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

1st August 2022:

Family run with friendly and attentive Staff.

Best grub in Brodick.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th July 2022:

A beautiful, old house with a unique atmosphere. Comfortable room stocked with everything needed, hot shower at any time, free wifi and TV with Alexa. Very friendly service and delicious breakfasts :)) We are delighted and we are happy to recommend Ormidale Hotel to everyone.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th July 2022:

All staff were very friendly and welcoming.

Great central location within walking distance of Brodick Shops, Restaurants and Bars. Bus Stop close by providing easy access to attractions around the island and beautiful Auchrannie right on the doorstep.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th July 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

26th July 2022:

Host very welcoming! Excellent pub food portion very generous! Breakfast outstanding!!

Crofters great restaurant!

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd July 2022:

The hotel is in a very good location with friendly, helpful staff. The rooms are clean and comfortable , the breakfast is very good and if you have an evening meal the portions are very very generous. In the bar area most evenings there is entertainment/quizzes.

If you are using the bus transport on the island make sure you get up yo date info as there could Be 2/3 hours between return buses.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th July 2022:

What a wonderful place to stay! The Ormidale couldn't be more , it's a perfect base for exploring Brodick and the rest of Arran. The staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming. The room was clean and spacious and I loved the eco tissues/toiletries -a nice touch! I also loved having the pub downstairs which serves great food (plenty of veggie/vegan options too) as well as having a lovely buzz and atmosphere. It's really nice to come back after a long day and eat, drink and sleep all in one location. I can't wait to come back!

If you're staying at the Ormidale you have to go downstairs for the quiz and bingo nights! I had such a giggle, everyone was very warm and welcoming and I had plenty of chats with local folk at the bar (this is a real treat as a traveller as it can sometimes be hard to chat to people in the local community) There's so much to do on Arran that it's hard to recommend just one thing to do or see but a quiz/bingo night is definitely up there!

Would Recommend: Yes

19th July 2022:

Lovely location. The room was very nice and clean, I asked for clean towels every day as I have an allergy condition, this was no problem to the staff. Breakfasts are great, especially if you are going out for a long walk. Seating outside and glass house very good. We did not go to any of the entertainment in the bar so cannot comment. Ate in restaurant once and the fish and scampi were lovely.

Only downside to the hotel was the fact we could not get WIFI in the room but I realise this is typical for the islands. Crofters bar had good food and music. Beach bar was lovely and relaxing. Goatsfell walk (approx. 6 hours walk) Corrie for unusual stones 2 Distilleries worth a visit and Arran brewery Arran ice cream good

Would Recommend: Yes

19th July 2022:

All staff was friendly and helpful, our dog was really welcomed in the hotel. Beautiful surroundings, room and restaurant. Good food and amazing breakfasts!

Would Recommend: Yes

16th July 2022:

We really enjoyed our stay, staff were very welcoming and nice. We'll definitely be back. One note to the staff: TV in the room didn't connect to internet, so we had only one working channel, and wifi reception generally was poor in the room. Perhaps that could be improved?

It was a perfect base for exploring the island car-free with great access to bus services, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants, swimming pool etc. and the great outdoors.

Would Recommend: Yes

15th July 2022:

Quaint,quirky,cosy,welcoming. Staff are very friendly and helpful.

If you enjoy walking, climbing or hiking you will enjoy Arran. The castle is interesting, the weather can change hourly. Not a place for timid drivers.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th July 2022:

As a friendly, family run, hotel Ormidale is a must for the travler. Staff are friendly and attentive and the rooms are clean and well presented. A really enjoyable visit. Thanks

Can't go wrong with the food at Ormidale and with a selection of local ales, what's not to like. Breakfast is great :)

Would Recommend: Yes

5th July 2022:

Wonderful stay in the Ormidale. The owners were so helpful and welcoming. Bar food was excellent with generous portions and nice bar staff.

Arran is a really interesting and beautiful location. We saw a lot of walking groups and cyclists. A trip around the island on the local bus was a nice experience.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2022:

The best pub in Brodick! Kind and helpful hosts, beautiful gardens, small but lovely comfy room, great food - exceptional breakfast! Really hope to return.

Would recommend Wooleys of Arran for snack food - the best pies we’ve had in all Scotland! We ate at Crofters where there was wonderful live music - food was very good but a little over-priced, we felt. Arran distillery tour at Lochranza was very informative, as was the Arran brewery tasting - both were fun! Obviously, the walking on Arran is wonderful. There are lots of signed routes. However, be aware that the Coastal Way path in not well marked in places.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th June 2022:

This is a hidden gem. Great management. Great staff. Great craic. Great food. If We return to Arran we would never stay anywhere else.

Would Recommend: Yes

29th June 2022:

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was more than we expected - many food options with great service again. We would definitely stay here again.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th June 2022:

Staff were brilliant and couldn't have been more friendly and accommodating. Dogs were made very welcome. Breakfast was brilliant!

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

21st June 2022:

Friendly hotel great location can't do enough for your stay

Great location brodick is a 5 min walk from the hotel loads to do on the island

Would Recommend: Yes

20th June 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

18th June 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

17th June 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

6th June 2022:

Idea location and facilities for me and friends for our regular golf outings.Relaxed atmosphere and always feel welcome.Have already booked for next year.

Hotel food is as good if not better than local competition.If the weather is good you can eat outside in their gardens.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th June 2022:

Lovely food and staff really nice. Beautiful location.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd June 2022:

Very friendly staff and good food

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd June 2022:

The hotel was great and the staff all so cheery and helpful. Food was lovely. Couldn’t fault it at all.

Lovely island of Arran to tour around. Lots to do Depending on your interests - walking, cycling or just touring around admiring the magnificent scenery.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th May 2022:

Lovely staff , we missed breakfast but they still made us up rolls n bacon & coffee, beautiful gardens with seating area & fab views, bit pricey for us @£110 for one night tho, so would probably look for cheaper, but beautiful hotel 10/10 & thank you

Would Recommend: Yes

27th May 2022:

Great friendly place to stay with excellent entertainment in the evenings. Food really good too.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd May 2022:

Very friendly helpful staff. Room was very clean with good bed and shower. (A hook on the door and bigger sink would make it perfect). It's a lovely old building with nice decor. Unfortunately it is creaky - this might be fine most of the time but unfortunately my neighbour seemed to be a very early riser which was the only real downside of my stay. I wasn't bothered by any noise from the bar (which I was warned about) as it closed around my bedtime. Excellent large traditional breakfasts (some extra veg might be appreciated). Meals in the bar/conservatory are also large and tasty, and much more affordable than some on offer in the village. Great beer and whisky selection. Enjoyed the quiz and relaxed local atmosphere. Location is convenient for drivers and good walkers - 10 mins walk from coop and restaurants, 5 mins from bus stop up a lane.

Goatfell can be climbed directly from Brodick. Glen Rosa route is much more interesting than the direct route, but be prepared for some scrambling! Good tours at Lochranza distillery.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd May 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

18th May 2022:

Lovely staff, fine breakfast and my usual room was lovely and clean having all I need. Bar is excellent and you meet a lot of people. Hopefully the disco will return soon. Great location and you can easily walk into town. Should be back in summer.

Would Recommend: Yes

7th May 2022:

Fantastic time thanks very accommodating everyone super friendly and helpful breakfast was amazing and evening meals enormous Will definitely be back

Great for all local amenities Cycle hire Golf Walking Coffee shops Beaches Castle Interesting little local businesses

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd May 2022:

Very comfortable bed in room 8. Breakfast was great!

Glen Rosa is very near for a lovely walk.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th April 2022:

Staff made us feel very welcome.Bar / resturant very popular with local residents.

Short walk into Brodick and ferry terminal. Variety of local premises to get refreshments.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd April 2022:

Would Recommend: Yes

21st April 2022:

The hotel is a great place to visit Arran. Thanks for making us feel welcome.

Great to walk Goatfell, drive around the island etc. Definitely make time to visit Brodick Castle

Would Recommend: Yes

20th April 2022:

Kind and helpful staff, comfortable clean room, delicious breakfast - esp the potato scone

Loved the fisherman’s walk to Brodick castle and gardens!

Would Recommend: Yes

15th April 2022:

Really friendly and helpful staff. I felt very welcome!

Don't miss the pop music QUIZ!

Would Recommend: Yes

11th April 2022:

A lovely relaxing stay. Wonderful welcome and hospitality, excellent breakfast with a range of choices, whilst the bar food is also very good. Will definitely be back!

Would Recommend: Yes

24th November 2021:

Very pleasant and friendly staff and great service given My room was clean and well presented with a comfortable bed. Food was first class, nicely presented.

The Isle of Arran is a walkers paradise with easy accessible routes even to the top of Goat Fell, which is the highest peak. There is a good local bus service for those that do not have their own transport. The Island makes it a good day trip venue catching the early and returning via last ferry to spend all day exploring the island. Plenty of local amenities to explore

Would Recommend: Yes

16th November 2021:

Would Recommend: Yes

28th October 2021:

Would Recommend: Yes

6th October 2021:

A lovely friendly family-run hotel in a beautiful setting. The breakfast was excellent, the bar meals very good and the real ale much appreciated - we ate and drank there every evening as other options in Brodick were somewhat limited at this time of year. I got the impression that quite a few locals eat and drink there as well.

Climb Goatfell if you're feeling energetic enough (but beware the weather can be very changeable up there). The Arran Brewery is just a mile away.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd October 2021:

Fab place to enjoy good beer/ company and lovely accommodation

Would Recommend: Yes

29th September 2021:

Friendly staff Good food & drinks Made us feel welcome

Would Recommend: Yes

26th September 2021:

Central location and very helpful staff. The breakfasts were brilliant. Definitely worth a visit whether you are staying there or not!

Would Recommend: Yes

24th September 2021:

Food excellent, popular with local residents which is always a good sign, management work very hard to provide entertainment, music, quizzes etc.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th September 2021:

Lovely food and great staff

Would Recommend: Yes

19th September 2021:

Lovely friendly people, warm and cozy room and very generous portions, you won’t go hungry!

Great base to explore the island. Brodick Castle, 2 Distilleries, plenty of walking with fantastic views. Lots of wildlife to be seen, seals, red deer and eagles and maybe dolphins. The ferry port is just 5 minutes from the hotel so very easy access.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2021:

Really enjoyed myself. Lovely breakfasts and bar meals at night. Loved the fun pub quiz and bingo. Comfortable room. Nothing I could fault.

Join in the quizzes and pub games. Try the bingo. Go to Lochranza and do the walks.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th September 2021:

Fabulous time here. Great staff, good food and reasonable prices. Entertainment in the evenings as well. The bedrooms are kept clean even if they are slightly dated it seems to be in keeping with the atmosphere of this lovely building.

Would Recommend: Yes

8th September 2021:

Great location, splendid restaurant attached to the hotel. Highly recommended.

Goatfell is a tough walk...but rewarding!

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd September 2021:

Fantastic location, lots of character, great breakfast and pub evening meals great. Staff brilliant and very accommodating

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd September 2021:

A hotel must have comfy beds, a good shower and be clean. The Ormidale does all these in spades, but what sets it above the rest is the friendly welcome and service from Laura, Trevor and their team. You are made to feel immediately at home and are very well looked after. Nothing is too much trouble for them. On top of that the setting is beautiful yet still very conveniently located for everything in Brodick, and they have complimented the beauty of the original building with a new dining area and quirky decor. They have put time, money and care into the hotel as much as they do their guests, and it shows. Trevor also lays on entertaining quizzes and music bingo in the evenings too and this is the bar the locals come to, so you know you are in the right place. We have stayed at 3 places in Brodick, and without doubt this would be my first choice to go back to.

You will already be staying at the beating heart of Brodick, Trevor and the team put on fun quizzes and the like in the evenings in the bar, so you don't need to worry about finding anywhere else for evening entertainment and drink The food is also very good so you don't need to leave at all (with a beautiful setting outside if the weather is nice). If we do wish to venture out then the pizzas at The Parlour are also worth sampling.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th August 2021:

Thank you for a great stay.

Would Recommend: Yes

27th August 2021:

Would Recommend: Yes

24th August 2021:

Always a lovely stay. The garden and bar are a treat to come back to after a walk

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd August 2021:

Enjoyed our stay. Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast was great with plenty of choice. Had dinner in the bar/restaurant, food was superb and very very generous portions, even had me beat. Big plus point was that we could bring the dog. Owner/staff very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend.

5 min walk into Brodick and 10 mins drive from Goatfell

Would Recommend: Yes

18th August 2021:

Friendly,polite.All staff no matter how busy took the time to talk to you.And ask how your holiday has been.

Don’t be affraid to stop and ask staff a question even when they’re exceptionally busy.Which they are always.They will take time to answer you

Would Recommend: Yes

17th August 2021:

It's a lovely family run hotel. Staff was super friendly. Breakfast was awesome. Great location in Brodick and obviously the cultural centre of the night.

The pub restaurant is just downstair of the hotel room and is very lively till 12am a lot of days. If you need a quiet room to sleep, not the place to go. If you are a fun lover, totally recommended.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th August 2021:

Excellent staff, the food was very good and plentiful.

Would Recommend: Yes

13th August 2021:

Great stay again.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th August 2021:

We were all very well looked after by the friendly host . Rooms were comfortable & restaurant food was good but large portions . Breakfast was fantastic . Beautiful gardens around.

Plenty to do & see locally .

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2021:

We very much enjoyed our stay here and would definitely come back. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. The food is amazing and portion sizes aren’t for thw faint hearted.

We had food here and at Auchrannie and The Ormidale is where we would choose again and again, we didn’t rate the food at auchrannie highly.