Isle of Iona

Bed & Breakfasts

Ardoran

Luxury modern B&B with spacious bedrooms, 2 kingsize and 3 twin, all with ensuite facilities and free sat televisions. Relax in the large lounge or conservatory with stunning views across the Sound of Iona. Guests have the use of a sauna, outdoor hot tub and free wifi throughout the house.

Located 5 minutes walk south of Iona pier.

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Bishops Walk

One double room, 2 twin rooms, 2 shared bathrooms. Full Scottish Breakfast. 

Beautiful sea views in a newly renovated croft house. 

Dinner, bed & breakfast available on request.

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Calva

Bed and Breakfast - En-suite Rooms - Close to the Abbey - Also Self-Catering.

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Martyr's Bay Shop & Rooms

Ideally located at the pier, we have 8 en-suite rooms, close to restaurants, shops, beaches and only a short walk to the Abbey. The shop offers a wide range of Scottish gifts.

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Skerryvore

Skerryvore, a friendly family run B and B. One mile from ferry on edge of golf course, with spectacular sea views. 

En- suite twin/double accommodation, guests lounge and kitchen. Pick up/drop off service on arrival and departure. Satellite TV and free wifi. Free use of golf clubs. Sorry no pets.

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Tigh na Tobrach

We have 2 letting bedrooms which share a bathroom. A double family room and a twin room. Both rooms are spacious and have panoramic sea views. we provide a full cooked breakfast, vegetarians catered for on request.

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Torrasa B&B

Modern B&B situated 3/4 mile from the village on the way to the machair with views over Erraid.

3 ensuite rooms and 1 with private bathroom.

Free wifi and guest lounge with satellite TV.

Guest luggage pick up and drop off service provided.

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Iona Cottage B&B

Large double room with private bathroom in attractive family home in the heart of the village. Extra beds for Children can be arranged. Delicious breakfasts. All dietary requirements catered for. Evening meals on request out of season. No pets.

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Boat Trips

Alternative Boat Hire

Amazing coastlines, untamed islands, seabirds and seals, fishing for mackerel. 

‘An unhurried drinking in of the landscape’

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Boat Trips

Gordon Grant Marine

Daily boat tours to the Isle of Staffa, the world-famous Fingal’s Cave, the sacred Isle of Iona, Mull,  and the ornithological heaven of the Treshnish Isles – the most beautiful and interesting places on the West Coast of Scotland. Visit our website to book on line.

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Boat Trips

Staffa Trips

To see the wonders of Staffa step aboard Iolaire and enjoy a good trip out to experience the spectacular sight of Fingal's Cave. Whatever the weather it is always inspiring and not to be missed. Passengers can get on or off at Fionnphort or Iona, the trip takes 3 hours. You can now book and pay online by visiting our website.

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Camping

Iona Campsite

Situated on a working croft, sectioned area for camping. Toilet and shower facilities. Tents and cooking equipment for hire. Group bookings are welcome. Situated at the west end of the island, near the four roads and golf course. Free Wi-Fi. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Camping

Iona Pods

Our cosy pods are small, self-catering holiday accommodation units sleeping up to 4. Each pod has a kettle, fridge and microwave, and within the pod site are kitchen facilities, toilets and showers, and laundry facilities. WiFi is available. Follow us on Facebook.

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Complementary Therapies

MITTS

Norman Young is an holistic therapist trained in many aspects of massage. The clinic, situated on the way to the machair (golf course), is a haven for peace and reflection, while stresses and strains are soothingly eliminated. A choice of treatments is available to suit many problems.

Remedial/Therapeutic Massage

Ayurvedic Massage

Hot Stone Therapy

Reflexology

Thermo Auricular Treatement 

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Complementary Therapies

Iona Bowen Technique

Bowen Therapy is a non-invasive holistic treatment that, although gentle in application, can have profound remedial effect. Bowen sees, assesses and treats the person and their body as a whole, balanced system, rather that a group of ailments or symptoms. Bowen is suitable for all ages.

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Food / Drink

Heritage Garden Café

The Heritage Garden Café serves delicious homemade soup, filled rolls, homebaking, tea, coffee etc.  You can either sit inside or in the lovely Manse gardens.  The Tearoom is part of the Iona Heritage Centre (entry by north door).  After your lunch please do visit the Heritage Centre.

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Food / Drink

Martyrs Bay Restaurant & Bar

Located at the top of the pier we have a self service counter for lunches. Serving hot and cold dishes including fish and chips and Mull Mussels. An a la carte menu for dinners, with seafood and steaks our specialty. Our bar is the only one on Iona offering draught beers and malt whiskies.

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Food / Drink

Spar Shop

Our village shop is one of the oldest family businesses on Iona. We are open all year round selling groceries, newspapers, wines and spirits and an interesting variety of gifts, crafts and books.

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St Columba Hotel

Freshly prepared, delicious food. Home baking. Produce from our own organic garden. 

Our restaurant, sun lounge and garden offer spectacular views across the Sound of Iona. Wi-FI and computers available for public use. 

A range of local beers, wines and malt whiskies is available. Booking recommended for meals.

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Argyll Hotel

Be assured of a warm and friendly welcome at the oldest hotel on the Island!

All our food is home crafted using as much local, seasonal produce as possible including vegetables from our organic garden.

Home baked organic bread, cakes & scones, soup, sandwiches and platters for lunch and an a la carte dinner menu.

Eat inside in our dining room  or sun lounge overlooking the Sound of Iona or enjoy food and drink in our garden.

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Getting Around

Iona Taxi

Fully licensed for journeys on Iona,Mull and beyond. Transfers to Fionnphort , Craignure, Edinburgh, Glasgow etc.

Limited time on Iona? Try an island tour: 30 minute (or longer) tours available. Pick up from pier to all accommodation, Abbey, golf course, beaches, etc.

For bookings/enquiries telephone or email Lindsay or Joyce.

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Guided Tours

Iona Trails

Iona Trails specialises in taking the visitor to Iona off the beaten track out into the wilder and beautiful lesser known parts of the island. Join our local guide on one of our set regular walks or choose a tailor made tour. See our website for full details.

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Hostels

Iona Hostel

Come and relax in our highly recommended and eco-friendly hostel. Kick off your shoes and wander over the flower meadow to our own beach. We can sleep 22 in rooms sleeping 2 - 6 and we offer a warm welcome to individual travellers and groups alike.

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Hotels

Argyll Hotel

Be assured of a warm and friendly welcome at the oldest hotel on the Island!

All our food is home crafted using as much local, seasonal produce as possible including vegetables from our organic garden.

Home baked organic bread, cakes & scones, soup, sandwiches and platters for lunch and an a la carte dinner menu.

Eat inside in our dining room  or sun lounge overlooking the Sound of Iona or enjoy food and drink in our garden

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Hotels

St Columba Hotel

Freshly prepared, delicious food. Home baking. Produce from our own organic garden. 

Our restaurant, sun lounge and garden offer spectacular views across the Sound of Iona. Wi-FI and computers available for public use. 

A range of local beers, wines and malt whiskies is available. Booking recommended for meals.

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Online Shops

The Celtic Thread

A virtual web-run business based on Iona.

View handwoven and crochet crafts made on Iona, and associated Celtic products. The range of weavings are also on Facebook (@Threads of Iona) and available through Oran Creative Crafts.

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Places of Interest

Iona Heritage Centre

The Heritage Centre in the Telford Manse is all about the islanders' lives over the past 200 years - their crofting way of life, customs, crafts etc. Also displays on geology, shells, flora, Celtic art; information on Iona genealogy;  continuous slideshow. 

Small shop. Garden Café with home-baking, homemade soups, paninis, etc.

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Places of Interest

Iona Abbey

Founded by St Columba in AD563, Iona Abbey is one of Scotland’s most historic and sacred sites. Visit the medieval abbey church and cloisters, St Columba’s shrine, the Michael Chapel and see the superb collection of carved stones and crosses. Tours available.

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Retreats

Iona Hostel

Come and relax in our highly recommended and eco-friendly hostel. Kick off your shoes and wander over the flower meadow to our own beach. We can sleep 22 in rooms sleeping 2 - 6 and we offer a warm welcome to individual travellers and groups alike.

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Retreats

Cnoc a’ Chalmain

Cnoc a' Chalmain is a Roman Catholic House of Prayer. Single and twin rooms are available for pilgrims of all faiths, on private retreat. An additional room, free of charge, is available for a supply priest. The Blessed Sacrament is reserved in a small Oratory in the house.

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Retreats

Ardbeg

Ideal for family holidays, retreat groups or special occasions. Newly built with all facilities included in the price including outdoor hot tub, central heating and gas BBQ. Sleeps up to 10 in 5 bedrooms, 4 upstairs, 2 ensuite, family bathroom, 1 downstairs next to shower wetroom.

Located 5 minute walk south of the pier. We can meet you at Iona pier to help with your luggage.

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Retreats

St Columba Hotel

Each season we offer a limited number of specialist courses and retreats. For further details and dates, please see our website.

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Self Catering

Ardbeg

Ideal for family holidays, retreat groups or special occasions. Newly built with all facilities included in the price including outdoor hot tub, central heating and gas BBQ. Sleeps up to 10 in 5 bedrooms, 4 upstairs, 2 ensuite, family bathroom, 1 downstairs next to shower wetroom.

Located 5 minute walk south of the pier. We can meet you at Iona pier to help with your luggage.

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Self Catering

Shore Cottage

Former B&B now available for self-catering - offering spacious accommodation: sleeping maximum of 10 people in 4 bedrooms (3 en-suite). Great central location, just 3 minutes walk from the pier on the road south.  Sky TV, Wi-Fi, central heating, double glazed, open fire, games, books etc.

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Self Catering

Dalantober

Dalantober is a bungalow situated 300 metres from the ferry with open views to the Sound of Iona.

This is a lovely bright house with a small garden with most rooms facing the sea sleeping 6 people. Recently redecorated and refurbished with new oil fired central heating.

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Self Catering

Taigh na Brathan

Newly built holiday flat with views towards the west and Machair. Sleeps 4 people in 2 bedrooms with open plan lounge/dining area/kitchen, bathroom and own entrance.

Linen, wifi & utilities included. Only 5 minutes from the Golf Course and 20 minutes from village.

Can pick up from ferry.

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Shops

Aosdana Gallery

Aosdana is a beautiful gallery selling contemporary artwork, Scottish designer jewellery and traditional Iona jewellery. Housed in a lovingly restored farm steading situated on the road to Iona Abbey, Aosdana offers a unique experience on Iona as it combines the historical work of the Island’s past with the present.

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Shops

Historic Scotland Shop

Located in the cloisters of Iona Abbey, the shop contains a good selection of gifts and souvenirs including locally made crafts as well as a wide range of books.

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Iona Gallery & Pottery

Gallery and Pottery workshop in converted crofthouse situated just beyond the Abbey.  

Thrown and hand-built pottery reflects land and seascapes.  

Gallery specializes in both contemporary and early 20th century original paintings of Iona, limited edition prints and artcards of Iona.

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Shops

Martyr's Bay Shop & Rooms

Ideally located at the pier, we have 8 en-suite rooms, close to restaurants, shops, beaches and only a short walk to the Abbey. The shop offers a wide range of Scottish gifts.

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Shops

Oran Creative Crafts

Come and visit our beautiful shop in the Columba Steadings, just across the road from the St Columba Hotel. A broad range of products are for sale, including greetings cards, photographs, paintings, prints and wall art, knitwear, crocheted goods, fused glass, weaving and more.

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