The Creggans Inn in Strachur: Photos and Reviews

The Creggans Inn sits directly on the banks of Loch Fyne, with rooms offering loch and garden views. Argyll Forest Park is a 5-minute drive from the hotel, and Carrick Castle is 40 minutes by car. Guests can borrow fishing rods from the hotel to fish on the loch, where porpoises and sea lions are sometimes seen.

Macphunn's Bar and Restaurant is a traditional bar with a log fire, serving a wide range of malt whiskies and local real ales. The restaurant uses locally sourced seasonal ingredients, with seafood from Loch Fyne as a highlight. Breakfast includes buffet and cooked options, with full English breakfasts available.

Each room has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer, plus tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel provides a shared lounge/TV area and a residents' lounge with views over the loch. Guests have access to a garden, sun terrace, and outdoor fireplace on the private beach area.

Well-behaved dogs are allowed in various areas of the hotel, with pet bowls provided. The bar with its log fire is particularly welcoming for dogs. The hotel's location near scenic walks and Argyll Forest Park makes it suitable for guests traveling with pets.

The hotel offers complimentary fishing rods for use on Loch Fyne, and guests can enjoy billiards, darts, and hiking. Board games and puzzles are available in the shared lounge. Nearby attractions include the old church for scenic walks and Ardkinglas Woodland Garden (15 minutes by car).

Awards: Scottish Inn of the Year 2014, Hector award Hotel of the Year

Views: Loch Fyne and garden views from rooms

Dining: Locally sourced seafood in Macphunn's Bar & Restaurant

Pets: Welcomes well-behaved dogs with pet bowls

Activities: Free fishing rods, billiards, darts, hiking