The Marmalade Hotel is a four star hotel on Home Farm Road at the edge of Portree, described as upscale, with sea views, a garden and a terrace. Guests rate it very highly. It is a more modern, more spacious alternative to the traditional inns in the middle of town, and it is a good fit for a couple or small family who want room to spread out after a day on the hills. There are seven room types, from Standard Doubles of around 247 square feet to Superior Doubles and Twins of around 269 square feet, a Premium Double with a king bed of around 366 square feet, a Family Room of around 376 square feet with a queen bed and a twin sofa bed, and a Deluxe Double with a terrace. Rooms have premium bedding, sound insulated walls, a large flat screen television, a kettle, a laptop friendly workspace, heating and bathrooms with rainfall showers.
Location and getting around
Somerled Square is about nine minutes away on foot and the harbour about twelve, so Portree is walkable but the hotel is far enough out to be quiet at night. Free self parking makes it an easy base for drivers heading to the Old Man of Storr, the Quiraing, Dunvegan Castle and the Fairy Pools. The Aros Experience is a short distance away, and the Raasay ferry and activity centre are nearby for horse riding, hiking and biking. Staff can help with tour and ticket arrangements.
Eating and extras
The Chargrill Restaurant is a British steakhouse with ocean views that serves dinner, and there is a bar, a terrace and a garden for those long summer evenings, plus coffee and tea in the lobby. A full breakfast may be an extra charge depending on your rate. Other eating places in Portree, including The Isles Inn, the Granary and Antlers Bar and Grill, are a short walk or a short drive away. Luggage storage is available for early arrivals and late departures.
Who it suits and what to know: couples, photographers and families who like larger rooms and a view, and drivers who want free parking. Pets are not allowed. It is not right at the harbour, so if you want to wander out of the door onto the quay, a central inn will suit you better. Check in runs into the evening, and prices vary a great deal between summer and the quieter months, so book early for July and August and check when you book what the rate includes.
Why stay here
- ✓Chargrill steakhouse with sea views
- ✓Bar
- ✓Terrace and garden
- ✓Free parking
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓Rainfall showers
- ✓Family and terrace rooms
- ✓Tour and ticket assistance
Good questions
Is The Marmalade Hotel in the middle of Portree?+
It is on Home Farm Road at the edge of town, about nine minutes on foot from Somerled Square and twelve from the harbour.
Is there parking?+
Yes, self parking is free.
Does it have a restaurant?+
Yes, the Chargrill Restaurant is a steakhouse with sea views that serves dinner. Book ahead in summer.
