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The Columba Hotel, East Pier Road, Tarbert, Loch Fyne, Argyll, PA29 6UF
Telephone: 01880 820808
Fax: 01880 820808
RAC 2 dining awards
AA 1 rosette
Scottish Tourist Board 3 Star Hotel
RACRAC rating
STB rating   Taste of Scotland





Columba Hotel, Tarbert, Front of HotelThe Columba Hotel is one of Kintyre's best kept secrets, a relaxing family run hotel in the tranquil and picturesque conservation village of Tarbert, where the catch is landed daily.


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Kintyre has something for everyone, historic monuments, great walking, land and sea scapes, golf courses and abundant wildlife.Columba Hotel, Tarbert, Harbour


The Columba Hotel overlooks the scenic approach to Tarbert harbour, a natural haven for yachtsmen. The perfect setting in which to enjoy the fabulous views of the surrounding hillside and Loch Fyne. The Columba is also ideally situated for ferries to the magical isles of Islay, Jura, Gigha and Arran.


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Unwind in the warm, friendly and informal atmosphere of the Columba's restaurant and enjoy some of the finest food in Scotland... Inveraray venison, Islay lamb, Loch Fyne smoked fish and Gigha cheese... imaginatively prepared to provide the real "Taste of Scotland". All complemented by our cellar of over 40 fine wines and 30 malt whiskies.


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Columba Hotel, Tarbert, BedroomEach of the Columba's 10 cosy en-suite bedrooms have an individual character and are beautifully furnished.


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You can enjoy a local malt and log fires in the lounge or bar which reflect the history of the village via the twin themes of steamers and fishing, giving you a genuine flavour of the heritage of Tarbert.

During your stay we will be pleased to advise you on interesting things to see and do in the area. The ideal setting for romantic breaks.


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The Columba has a unique atmosphere - relaxed and informal... it lets you uncurl your toes. Our aim is to ensure that our Guests feel at ease in a comfortable atmosphere that is a home from home.

We want you to enjoy great food, sample fine wines and taste some of the best malt whisky in Scotland.

We want you to break away from the routine and learn to Relax.

We want you to come back again and again.


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Things to see and do

  • Undisturbed hillwalking and walking with no need for the car


  • Island visits


  • Distilleries


  • Wildlife


  • Horse riding


  • Mountain biking


  • Clay pigeon shooting


  • Golf at Tarbert, Lochgilphead, Carradale, Machrihanish and Dunaverty


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Special Winter Prices are available:

One night dinner bed and breakfast £44.95 per person
2 nights dinner bed and breakfast £84.95
3 nights dinner bed and breakfast £104.95


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By Car

Just 1 hour from Oban via the A816 through Lochgilphead, and 2½ hours from Glasgow via the A83 by scenic Loch Lomond and Inveraray, the Columba Hotel is easily found. Down the A83 from Lochgilphead, proceed into the village of Tarbert, and on the south shore of the harbour,turn left along the row of small shops, and continue for ½ mile where we stand at the waters edge, with our own car parking and fine views over Loch Fyne. If you arrive via the convenient ferry from Portavadie in Cowal, at the head of the slipway, turn left, and you will find us just 200 yards away.


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