Explore a 13th Century Castle in the Highlands of Scotland and you will embark on a journey that takes you through time and history.
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Places to Explore
Situated close to the Skye Bridge, the Kings Arms Hotel provides the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding area and mainland Scotland.
There are plenty of things for you to do in the area.
Dunvegan Castle is a fortress stronghold in an idyllic loch-side setting, surrounded by dramatic scenery, while Eilean Donan Castle is one of the country’s best preserved strongholds and has featured in a number of blockbuster films.
Additionally, Talisker Distillery is the only distillery on the Misty Isle where visitors can see distillers at work creating Talisker, a world famous single malt whiskey. For the more adventurous, White Wave Skye’s Outdoor Centre offers kayaking, canoeing, climbing, archery and windsurfing.
To explore further afield, travel options include
- Kyle of Lochalsh railway station -2 miles
- Inverness -80 miles
- Sconser – for ferry to Raasay, 21 miles
- Armadale Ferry – for journeys to Mallaig – 21 miles
- Uig Ferry – for journeys to Lewis and Harris – 48 miles
- Citilink buses operate between Kyleakin and the rest of Scotland, with departures and arrivals a few minutes from the hotel.
The Kings Arms Hotel is a great base from which to explore the surrounding area including:
Eilean Donan Castle 10 Miles
Skye Seafari 13 Miles
See the alternative side of the Isle of Skye with a sea tour with the Skye Seafari Experience!
Isle of Skye Golf Club 20 Miles
Sitting along the Sconser shoreline opposite the Island of Raasay, the course benefits from some of Skye’s beautiful scenery, especially the view over Braes to the Trotternish Peninsula.
Armadale Castle 20 Miles
Explore spectacular gardens set around the romantic ruins of Armadale Castle. Immerse yourself in history at our museum and discover the epic story of Clan Donald, Scotland’s largest and most powerful clan.
Armadale Castle, Gardens & Museum of the Isles, Isle of Skye
Talisker Distillery 31 Miles
The oldest working distillery on the Isle of Skye, set on the shores of Loch Harport in the village of Carbost.
Cuillin Hills 38 Miles
The Cuillin is a world-famous mountain range on the Isle of Skye and forms part of the MacLeod Estate.
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Dunvegan Castle 47 Miles
Dunvegan Castle is one of the greatest Hebridean castles and the only Highland fortress to have been continuously occupied by the same family for 800 years.
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White Wave 52 Miles
Whitewave is a small but busy family run outdoor centre, offering outdoor activities such as archery, bushcraft, canoeing, hiking and lots more!