Kyle

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Eilean Donan Castle featuring château or palace, heritage elements and a river or creek
Eilean Donan Castle featuring a bridge, a river or creek and heritage elements
Kyle
Eilean Donan Castle featuring heritage elements, a bridge and a river or creek
Kyle
The mainland gateway to the island of Skye, this tiny town features pretty white-washed buildings and access to a number of lovely walking areas.

Kyle, also known as Kyle of Lochalsh, is the largest village in Lochalsh. This low-key town is a wonderful base for exploring the Isle of Skye and Scotland’s northwestern coast. Enjoy the views of the iconic Skye Bridge, take a scenic train ride and journey to the famous castle just outside town.

Until 1995, ferries bound for Skye departed from Kyle, making this town an important stopover point for visitors touring the island. The opening of the Skye Bridge eliminated the need for the ferry and significantly changed the town’s role. Kyle remains a charming place to linger, with attractive streets and whitewashed buildings. After walking around town, cross the bridge and continue to the Isle of Skye by car or on foot.

For an excellent view of the bridge, make the 2-mile (3-kilometer) hike to the Plock of Kyle viewpoint. This hilltop offers fantastic views across to the Isle of Skye, with a view indicator available to help you identify the peaks.

The Kyle Line is one of Scotland’s most scenic railway routes, stretching from Inverness to Kyle. The short section of the route between Kyle and Strathcarron is among the most picturesque. Enjoy it on a daytrip. After the ride, see the historic railway memorabilia in the Kyle Line Museum. Located in the Kyle Railway Station, the museum features black-and-white photographs of the region and examines the impact of the railway on Scotland during the early days of train travel.

Journey to famous Eilean Donan CastleOpens in a new window, located a short drive east of Kyle. Dating from the 13th century, this striking castle is one of Scotland’s most recognizable landmarks. Explore restored interior rooms filled with Jacobean artifacts and see beautiful views over three surrounding sea lochs from high on the castle battlements.

Kyle is 78 miles (126 kilometers) from InvernessOpens in a new window. Reach the town by bus or train. Make time for a stop in quaint Kyle en route to the Isle of Skye.

Kyle Hotel
Kyle Hotel
3 out of 5
Main Street, Ross-shire, Kyle, Scotland
The price is €100 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
€100
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (536 reviews)
"It's what it says it'll be"

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

Kyle Hotel
Tingle Creek Hotel
Tingle Creek Hotel
3 out of 5
Erbusaig, Erbusaig, Kyle, Scotland
The price is €139 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€139
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (195 reviews)
"Made to feel at home right from check-in. Owner even carried our suitcase up to the room ! While the hotel did not have full catering, breakfast was truly great. Enjoyed dad giving us lots of valuable information on the area, including Skye. Would recommend to anyone,"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2024

Tingle Creek Hotel
Balmacara Hotel
Balmacara Hotel
3 out of 5
Balmacara, Kyle, Scotland
The price is €182 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
€182
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Kyle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
Amazing
"Amazing stay reasonably priced Brilliant loch views Great breakfast Staff extremely pleasant and helpful"

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2025

Balmacara Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Fabulous House with Stunning Sea Views to Skye. By NTS gardens. Great Privacy.
Fabulous House with Stunning Sea Views to Skye. By NTS gardens. Great Privacy.
Kyle of Lochalsh
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Kyle. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Caisteal Maol and Skye Bridge are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
Traditional cottage
"After a few issues with the heating (which were resolved by host quickly), we really enjoyed our stay in this traditional cottage. Warm, comfortable, spacious, good views to Skye, host very responsive and helpful."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2024

Fabulous House with Stunning Sea Views to Skye. By NTS gardens. Great Privacy.
Stunning Individually Designed Property On Shore In The Village Of Glenelg
Stunning Individually Designed Property On Shore In The Village Of Glenelg
Glenelg
Stay at this vacation home in Kyle. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Glenelg Brochs and Brochs at Glenelg - Dun ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
Perfect Getaway!
"We came here for a shirt honeymoon and loved it, we have always loved Glenelg and this house is the perfect place to experience it - lovely large windows for watching the water (even better on a stormy day) and cosy interior with log burner for eveningKitchen facilities perfect, wouldn't change ..."

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

Stunning Individually Designed Property On Shore In The Village Of Glenelg
AMAZING VIEWS!! Kyle.1 mile to Isle of Skye!  En-suite,  , quiet area .Sat tv.
AMAZING VIEWS!! Kyle.1 mile to Isle of Skye! En-suite, , quiet area .Sat tv.
Kyle of Lochalsh
Stay at this vacation home in Kyle. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Caisteal Maol and Skye Bridge are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Small room but equipped with great facilities and Glenn was very helpful"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2024

AMAZING VIEWS!! Kyle.1 mile to Isle of Skye! En-suite, , quiet area .Sat tv.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kyle

3.5
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5 - Excellent 15%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 23%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great Location to start your trip to isle of sky A drive around isle of sky with great scenic beauty is unforgettable Tourist information services needs improvement

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

The Kyle hotels description is a boutique hotel....maybe after the upgrades are done it might be!!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Breath taking ,,serenely, good for time out and relaxation. Unfortunately many centres of ineterest open in April onwards. So disappointed not to see them.