The Island Bear B&B

Victorian B&B, steps from Bowmore Distillery

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

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Tasting room - The Island Bear B&B (Islay Island)

Lobby sitting area - The Island Bear B&B (Islay Island)

Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished - The Island Bear B&B (Islay Island)

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Adjacent to a golf course, The Island Bear B&B is a great choice for a stay in Islay Island. The sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day, and free perks include WiFi and full breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9 AM.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Parking available
Non-smoking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoor pool access
Sauna

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Private bathroom
Flat-panel TV
Premium bedding
Free parking nearby
Indoor pool

$176 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 10 - Dec 11

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 8 - Dec 9

Tomorrow

Dec 9 - Dec 10

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2023

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking

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About the neighborhood

SHORE STREET, Islay Island, Scotland, PA43 7LB

What's nearby

Bowmore Distillery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bruichladdich Distillery - 16 min drive - 16.6 km
Laphroaig Distillery - 22 min drive - 23.6 km
Lagavulin Distillery - 25 min drive - 26.5 km
Ardbeg Distillery - 26 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

Islay (ILY) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬13 min drive
‪Celtic House Coffee Shop - ‬1 min walk
‪Lucci’s - ‬4 min walk
‪The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
‪Taj Mahal Tandoori - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Island Bear B&B

Adjacent to a golf course, The Island Bear B&B is a great choice for a stay in Islay Island. The sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day, and free perks include WiFi and full breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9 AM.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 4 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

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

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
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Children

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

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free offsite parking nearby

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9 AM

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

What to do

Public winery tours
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Access to nearby indoor pool
Winery tours nearby

Services

Golf cart on site

Facilities

Built in 1886
Adjacent to a golf course
Sauna
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

Housekeeping on request

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

The Island Bear Bed Breakfast

The Bear B&b Islay

The Island Bear Bed Breakfast

The Island Bear B&B Islay Island

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.