Isle of Islay travel guide

Isle of Islay Tourism | Isle of Islay Guide

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With a population of 3,457, Isle of Islay is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Isle of Islay to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Isle of Islay

Isle of Islay in January
Estimated hotel price
£97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Isle of Islay in January
Estimated hotel price
£97
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Isle of Islay

Plane

When flying to Isle of Islay, you’ll arrive at Isle of Islay Glenegedale (ILY), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Isle of Islay departs from Glasgow and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Isle of Islay is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 117 miles from Isle of Islay. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Isle of Islay, you’ll arrive at Isle of Islay Glenegedale (ILY), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Isle of Islay departs from Glasgow and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Isle of Islay is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 117 miles from Isle of Islay. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Isle of Islay

Airlines serving Isle of Islay

Lufthansa
Good (7,160 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,840 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,828 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,528 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,876 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,314 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,238 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,187 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (888 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,479 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,294 reviews)
China Southern
Good (134 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (238 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,455 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,955 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,082 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,021 reviews)
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Where to stay in Isle of Islay

Average rates range from around £115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £222 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Isle of Islay

Most booked hotels in Isle of Islay

The Islay Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£294+
Bridgend Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£99+
Glenegedale House
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£222+
The Machrie Hotel & Golf Links
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£153+
No. 1 Charlotte Street
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£119+
Cala Sith Guesthouse
1 star
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£165+

Hiring a car in Isle of Islay

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Isle of Islay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.23 and £21.63.

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Isle of Islay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.23 and £21.63.