Located in Tarbert, Anchor Hotel is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kintyre Way and Loch Fyne, while Luckenbooth Gallery and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Tarbert travel guide
Harbour Street, Tarbert, Scotland, PA29 6UB
What's nearby
Tarbert Harbour
4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Kintyre Way
1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Luckenbooth Gallery
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Royal Castle of Tarbert
4 min walk - 0.2 miles
Loch Fyne Gallery
4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Getting around
Campbeltown (CAL)
59 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe Ca'dora
1 min walk
MARINE BISTRO
3 min walk
Seabed Restaurant
2 min walk
Cicchetti-Tarbert
2 min walk
The Red Herring
1 min walk
About this property
Anchor Hotel
Hotel by the sea
Free full breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Anchor Hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and a banquet hall
Smoke-free premises and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Anchor Hotel have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and room service.
As of Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anchor Hotel on Nov 30, 2026 start from $146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Anchor Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Anchor Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Anchor Hotel located?
Situated by the sea, this hotel is steps from Kintyre Way, Luckenbooth Gallery, and Royal Castle of Tarbert. Loch Fyne Gallery and Tarbert Harbour are also within 5 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Anchor Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.8
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 164 reviews
10 - Excellent
63
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 164 reviews
8 - Good
70
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 164 reviews
6 - Okay
21
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 164 reviews
4 - Poor
5
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 164 reviews
2 - Terrible
5
Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
David
Oct 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Donald
Aug 22, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very helpful and able to deal with all questions. Good breakfast made to order and very good dinner in hotel restaurant.
Free parking is available all along the street; all local amenities are easily accessible on foot.
The internal fabric of the hotel is rather tired and worn, and would benefit from some refurbishment; fixtures and fittings show some - largely cosmetic - wear and tear which might be better maintained. This would make it more aesthetically attractive.
The Anchor was a convenient stay for us as we needed to be close to the ferry to take us to Isla. The staff were very pleasant and check-in was easy. Parking was across the street and convenient as well. The rooms are very small and dated but clean and comfortable. There is a pub next door and many people were enjoying the World Cup so it got pretty noisy but we were able to sleep. We had a fabulous dinner in the Anchor's restaurant. I have a shellfish allergy and they were able to accommodate. Tarbert is a wee fishing town so there isn't much going on but we enjoyed walking around and climbed the hill to see the old castle which gave spectacular views. We wandered in a few shops and had nice chats with everyone. Breakfast was spectacular and we left for Isla well rested and ready for our journey. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Paul
Jul 28, 2026
Expedia booked me at the wrong Tarbert. I asked for the Tarbert on Isle of Harris. Apparently, this happens a lot. The hotel I did stay at in the Tarbert I was hoping for said it’s a common mistake. They’ve tried informing booking companies, to no avail. Though I contacted the Anchor about the booking mistake, I was charged full price for a room I was 250 miles from.
Feels a bit dated in places, inc the bathrooms, but perfectly clean and well placed in Tarbert. Walls are a little thin - the chap snoring next door was heard quite clearly!
On street parking was safe. Room was clean. Carpets a bit dated but fine. Staff and food were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Amanda
Apr 21, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is good and staff were pleasant. The hotel I felt was lacking in the maintenance, paint could have been refreshed and my sink had a big crack in it. Although the bed was clean, I felt like the bathroom could do with a deep clean around the shower etc. Breakfast was fine, good enough but nothing special.
The greatest assets to the hotel are the staff. We came across two lovely members of staff who were great.
Breakfast was good with also a varied choice with local produce, straight out of Loch Fyne.
Parking is directly opposite and free.
Tarbert is a bit tired like lots of British resorts but is a charming little place and perfect for a one or two night stay.
We had an early ferry to Islay the next morning, and the staff were so thoughtful to prepare our breakfast ahead of time and leave it at the front desk. Great service and nice, comfortable room. The hotel is also very close to the ferry terminal — only about a 10-minute drive, which was very convenient.
Overnight stay whilst using ferry from Kennacraig, check in was smooth, room was small but on the whole very clean. Bathroom towel rail in real need of replacement. Food and service very good and would recommend the restaurant. Would happily stay again.
Lovely stay in this charming town. The room was comfortable and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Vicki
Sep 17, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Free on street parking just opposite.
Hotel just needs some work - large stains on our bedroom carpet, ceiling tiles missing/damp stains in hallway.
Breakfast was nice.
Great hotel. Super location, right overlooking the harbour. Lovely clean room. Helpful staff. Fabulous breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
David
Aug 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing relavant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Teresa
Aug 25, 2025
Ok for the night!
Too small. Since it was for one night, it was okay. The Harbour was beautiful. Town very small and we were unable to find anyone that could accommodate us for dinner.
"An incredibly charming and pleasant hotel with a wonderful location right by the harbor. The staff was very helpful and nice. The food was excellent! Highly recommended."