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#1 of 4 hotels in Tarbert

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Recently fully refurbished to a very high standard, with interior design by Gilded interiors, Edinburgh. We offer 12 en-suite bedrooms, with Hypnos beds, wi-fi, flat screen tvs and most with fantastic harbour views. We have an extensive all day menu, including home made lunches, afternoon teas and fine dining all prepared to a high standard with fresh locally sourced produce wherever possible, seafood a speciality. We offer Scottish hospitality in the 21st Century and will endeavour to make your stay as enjoyable as possible and the first of many. Situated in the heart of the picturesque village harbour setting over looking Loch Fyne.

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Property amenities

Free parking

Street parking

Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)

Wifi

Free breakfast

Bar / lounge

Fishing

Non-smoking hotel

Restaurant

Breakfast buffet

Complimentary Instant Coffee

Room features

Flatscreen TV

Complimentary toiletries

Hair dryer

Room types

Ocean view

Non-smoking rooms

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HOTEL CLASS

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Quiet

Languages Spoken

English

Location

72Somewhat walkable

Grade: 72 out of 100

12Restaurantswithin 0.5 km

7Attractionswithin 0.5 km

Contact

Harbour Street, Tarbert PA29 6UD Scotland

Getting there

Glasgow Intl Airport61 kmSee all flights

Machrihanish Airport51 kmSee all flights

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Nearby restaurants

The Sea Bed Restaurant

306 reviews

1 minSeafood

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Nearby attractions

Royal Castle of Tarbert

2 minSpeciality & Gift Shops

Zing Organics

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2 minSpeciality & Gift Shops

The Corner House

19 reviews

1 minBars & Clubs

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Danny Kurganskis wrote a review Feb 2023

Patong, Thailand2 contributions

Required room not available on arrival

The double deluxe room with a balcony that we have requested wasn’t available and has been sold to another customer. Requested to cancel as 2 single beds and no balcony were offered. Paid in cash and refunded in cash. Had to go through inconvenience of having to book another hotel last minute for a ridiculous price. Unless you are travelling on your own and require a small room, save yourself some time.

Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple

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David T wrote a review Oct 2022

15 contributions2 helpful votes

Anchor Hotel & Seabed Restaurant, Tarbert

We had a very enjoyable stay at the Anchor Hotel. The accommodation was very clean and well presented in an ideal location on the waterfront in the centre of the town. Our room was comfortable and contained all we needed. There was a music festival going on in the town and the hotel had a ‘Hillbilly’ group playing in the function room that evening, an enjoyable evening was had by all. Evening meal and breakfast were very good and the staff were friendly and efficient. Highly recommended.

Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple

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BIGFOODGlasgow wrote a review Oct 2022

Glasgow, United Kingdom28 contributions17 helpful votes

Short staffed!

We had a nice stay here at the anchor tarbert but they were so short staffed and that had a big impact on the experience. The staff that were there really put in a shift! They worked so hard but we were there 2 nights and it meant long wait in the restaurant and mixed food quality so we didn't bother eating there the second night. We were also denied a drink at the bar at 10.40pm on the Friday night of our stay, which despite being residents we were told it was closed. Such a shame and no criticism on the staff themselves but not sure I would return. The place lacks management oversight and there was no communication of our booking and dietry requirements to the serving staff. (Luckily we brought our own GF bread and plant based items with us for breakfast!) Rooms were good though, very clean and great view.…

Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with family

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Sue E wrote a review Sep 2022

105 contributions34 helpful votes

Appalling

Terrible. Room small. 2 sockets. Plug in sink broken. Toilet roll holder broken. No bed change for a week stay. No clean towels offered. Hospitality tray never filled up. No Toilet rolls in room. They ran out of brown bread for breakfast so I had to go without breakfast. I have intolerance to white flour! Very noisy. Doors slaming throughout the night. Lighting was dim.

Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple

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RajahNaz wrote a review Aug 2022

124 contributions41 helpful votes

EXCELLENT PLACE TO STAY

My husband and I are just back from 2 nights away to celebrate his birthday. What a fantastic time we had. We were given a sea view room, which was very comfortable and very clean. We ate in the hotel both nights and the food was excellent, as was the breakfast. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking was no bother at all, ample parking right at the front of the hotel. The pub next door was brilliant too; very friendly and welcoming. If the weather is nice, plastic glasses are available so that you can sit outside. Thanks so much, we shall certainly be back. Shell and Chris

Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple

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Lydia6306 wrote a review Aug 2022

Stratham, New Hampshire116 contributions81 helpful votes

It is all about the Seabed Restaurant

Stayed one night to catch the ferry to Islay the next day. The hotel itself has no lobby and reception was behind a door as you walk in. No problem checking in and was able to reserve a seat at the adjoining restaurant through reception. The room was tight, but clean. No lift and all rooms seemed to be on the second floor. Great location and ample on street parking. Now the dinner. The most amazing seafood platter known to man. Fresh and huge. Fresh oysters as well. Good choice of beer. Huge portions. Best meal we had in a long time. Breakfast was included and in a back room in the morning, and was just basic hotel fare.

Date of stay: May 2022

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Maureen M wrote a review Aug 2022

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This hotel was terrible

Hotel was terrible we were staying for 2 nights the food was awful we had dinner on the 1st night which was not good at all when we went for breakfast next day which was awful and they came out with toast which was BLUE MOULDED we were charged £102 per night when we mentioned all this when we were checking out it was basically ignored will definitely not going back there

Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple

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Sharon g wrote a review Jul 2022

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Excellent service

I can't praise the staff here enough especially the owners. I stayed here on the 13th of July 2022 and upon arrival I was warmly greeted. A short while later after advice from chemist to go to hospital I went to reception to enquire about buses and taxis to take me there. Norma straight away went and got Ross (the owners) to take me up straight away. He was going to wait with me but I had put them out enough. This type of service you can't pay for. When I eventually got back the girls on service were fantastic too. Great meal great service and just fantastic people over all. I thank you all once again. Sharon.

Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled on business

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Booking Under Millar wrote a review Jul 2022

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DISGUSTED

Stayed here in January 2022 had a lovely experience spoke to the owner told him we would be up in July and would book a table for our wedding anniversary Changed our booking from 12th July to 13th July for our 25th Wedding Anniversary only to be told booking change was NOT passed on by the owners wife could not accommodate the booking now sitting having fish suppers whilst waiting for the next bus which is 2100 Ohh and asked to leave the hotel WONT BE BACK - SHOCKING young girls in charge of bar and restaurant Ohhh and 35 quid for a taxi back 😡Not even worth a rating

Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family

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Response from Ross and Norma Beaton, Owner at Anchor Hotel

Responded 14 Jul 2022

Dear BookingUnderMillar, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are very sorry that your visit to our restaurant prompted the review you have left us however, we would like to highlight some inaccuracies in your description of events; Firstly, you indicated that you had spoken to the co-owner to change the date for your reservation. There was no change of date however a change of time from 18:00 to 18:30 on the original booking date was noted in our diary. When you arrived at the restaurant the following day, the restaurant staff were very apologetic and advised that they were not able to provide you a table as the restaurant was already full. Your unacceptable behaviour then began. The restaurant staff offered you a table later in the evening however you were not willing to accept this as you had to catch a bus. We believe the offer of a later table was perfectly reasonable particularly as you indicate that you were prepared to pay £35 for a taxi rather than take the bus. Whilst there is the possibility that we made a mistake in changing the date of your booking having spoken to all staff, there is no recollection by anyone that a date change was requested. Initially, both adults in your group approached our restaurant staff members with unnecessary aggression, demanding that they seat you as, and I quote “It was not your problem that we were busy”. Your Husband continued to raise his voice although he was asked politely to lower his tone and in response you argued that he was “Not shouting and if I wanted to see you, actually shout” at which point you then shouted at our staff. This was completely inappropriate, whether an error in your booking had or had not been made. Based on your completely disrespectful and aggressive manner, you were asked politely 5 times to leave the hotel as you were causing disruption among guests and staff, and you refused. When one of us arrived at the restaurant a short time after you left, I was told by not only staff members but by every other guest in the restaurant at the time, that your attitude, aggressive behaviour and treatment of our staff was totally unacceptable. This is something that we do not tolerate within The Anchor Hotel and Seabed Restaurant. Kind regards, The owners, The Anchor Hotel.

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Pete P wrote a review Jun 2022

Wallasey, United Kingdom92 contributions41 helpful votes

Still a top notch restaurant

We visited this hotel last year and made a point of returning this year. For me the main draw is the Seabed Restaurant and this remains a top rate experience. The rooms are fine but not fancy having all that is needed for a good night's sleep . I would recommend the seafood platter to anyone.

Date of stay: June 2022

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