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The Island Bear B&B

3.0 star property
Victorian B&B, steps from Bowmore Distillery

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Tasting room
Free daily full breakfast
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Room (Room 2) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Tasting room
The Island Bear B&B is a great choice for a stay in Islay Island. Free perks include WiFi and full breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (1)

  • Daily housekeeping

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Premium bedding
  • Free parking nearby

Room options

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Room (Room 2) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room (Room 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (Room 1) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room (Room 1)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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SHORE STREET, Islay Island, Scotland, PA43 7LB

What's nearby

  • Bowmore Distillery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Islay Ales - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Bruichladdich Distillery - 16 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Lagavulin Distillery - 25 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Kilchoman Distillery - 26 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Islay’s Plaice - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peatzeria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kilchoman Distillery Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Kilchoman Distillery - ‬20 min drive

About this property

The Island Bear B&B

The Island Bear B&B is a great choice for a stay in Islay Island. Free perks include WiFi and full breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 3 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Public winery tours

Facilities

  • Built in 1886
  • Wine tasting room
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Island Bear Bed & Breakfast Islay Island
Island Bear Islay Island
Island Bear & Islay Island
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The Bear B&b Islay
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The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast
The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast Islay Island

Frequently asked questions

Does The Island Bear B&B offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Island Bear B&B does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Island Bear B&B?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Island Bear B&B?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Island Bear B&B?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Island Bear B&B and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Bowmore Distillery (2-min walk) and Islay Ales (3.1 mi), along with Bruichladdich Distillery (8.4 mi) and Eilean Mor (9.4 mi).

What's the area around The Island Bear B&B like?

The Island Bear B&B is located on the boardwalk/promenade, a short 2-minute walk from Bowmore Distillery.

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Reviews

The Island Bear B&B Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfasts were consistently described as delicious, generous, and tasty by multiple guests. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great B&B

Good breakfast cooked to order. Great location. Sea view.
Jane, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Central location for exploring Islay and Jura.

Great place to stay in the middle of Islay’s largest village. Friendly and helpful staff.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small but Clean and Personable

Fiona, Duncan and Filip were great hosts. The breakfast was excellent. Having a fan in the room would be a plus. The B &B was close to many of the distilleries. Getting on and off the Ferry was easy.
Teresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, very friendly, good breakfasts and lots of help with suggestions for things to do.
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fiona and Duncan is friendly and helpful and provided a great breakfast every morning. The hotel was quiet and conveniently located a street from the ocean and and across the road from the Bowmore distillery with good restaurants nearby. Very comfortable beds and clean facilities.
Hybre, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff friendly and interested in what we'd done during the day. Towels not changed or room serviced during 3 night stay. Breakfast available after 8, limited time slots.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very kind owners, easy check in and check out. Delicious home made breakfast in the morning. The room/bathroom was comfortable and homely. Location (in Bowmore) is ideal as a central location on Islay, and you have access to bus services.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed a couple of days staying here. Rooms were very comfortable and clean. Nice breakfast.
stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really friendly owners, a clean and spacious room. Parking was no problem, close to the Bowmore distillery. Got a fully cooked Scottish breakfast, tasty! Weather wasn‘t so friendly, but hey: It‘s Scotland! Enjoyed my stay and hopefully will come back again.
Georg, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cosy place, wonderful people
Irakli, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Island Bear was amazing, Fiona was a great hostess!
Russell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location
Chi Leung, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, modern and spacious and at a good price. Great value for money.
Karen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Duncan and Fiona were fantastic hosts so welcoming they recommended some lovely places to eat.The B&B was spotless extremely comfortable bed and a great breakfast. Could not have asked for more.
Joanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay on Islay

The location was perfect right in the heart of Bowmore with a wonderful view. Fiona and Duncan were wonderful hosts with excellent food, wit, and charm. The room was spacious and clean with everything we could have needed.
Adam, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mr Duncan and Miss Fiona are excellent hosts. A stones throw from Bowmore Distillery, and centrally located in Bowmore town. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Stephen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property location is great for touring the Island, also central for walking around Bowmore. The room was spacious and clean. Breakfast was good with plenty on offer. Fiona and Duncan are very friendly and helpful.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An excellent bnb! It was extremely clean. The bed was comfy, the room was spacious enough, and the bathroom was updated. Duncan and Fiona went out of their way to explain a lot of local history and met our every need. The breakfast was one of the most generous we encountered in Scotland.
Kathleen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was very clean and tidy. Unfortunately, there is no refrigerator.
Hideki, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Thomas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excelent

Malcolm, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

BRIAN S, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

KUOWEI, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sven, 2-night trip