on the Crinan Canal, Argyll

Watch the world go by ...

During its course from Ardrishaig northwards to Crinan Loch, the canal passes through some of Argyll's most outstanding countryside, and its 15 locks and 7 swing bridges provide added interest for visitors.

Where we are

The Cairnbaan Hotel is situated at Lock 5, approximately halfway along the 9 mile-long Crinan Canal.

It can be reached from the north (Inveraray) on the A83 or the A816 (Oban), or from the Cowal peninsula on the Tarbert - Portavadie ferry.

To the south is Kintyre and the Isle of Arran via the Claonaig - Lochranza ferry.

Other attractions

For the sporting guest, golf is available at the nearby Lochgilphead Golf Club.

The excellent fishing includes facilities for Sea Angling and Salmon Fishing.

Many attractive Hill Forest Walks are to be found in the vicinity of the Hotel and walking or cycling along the Crinan Canal is a popular pursuit. The hotel is an easy drive from the nearby village of Tayvallich.

There are opportunities for sailing, and yachts are available for charter. Deer stalking can be arranged on request.

For those wanting a more relaxed holiday, local places of interest include Inveraray Castle, home of the Duke and Duchess of Argyll, where some of the finest treasures in Scotland are on exhibition.

Dunadd Fort where the ancient Kings of Scotland were crowned, and ancient cairns and standing stones.

Inveraray Jail is an unusual holiday attraction: guides dressed in the uniforms of prisoners and warders re-enact its 19th century past.

At Kilmartin House Museum, Argyll's ancient past comes alive.

The Highland Wildlife Park at Kincraig features herds of red deer, Highland cattle and many species now extinct to the wild.