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Cowal Way Essential Info

Accommodation

One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of the accommodation. We specifically choose the hotels, inns, guesthouses and B&B’s to ensure that you enjoy every minute of your stay. They all offer a warm welcome to walkers, traditional hospitality and delicious local food.

Navigation

Some sections of this walk are not clearly marked and we recommend that one of your party has a map and compass and knows how to use them.

Single Rooms

This independent walking holiday is not available to solo walkers but if you have singles within your group then we will try our best to accommodate them.

Meals

A hearty breakfast is included each morning. Lunch and dinner are not included so you are free to choose from the available options. Most of your accommodations will more than happy to provide a packed lunch on request and this can be booked on arrival. Dinner is available either at your accommodation or nearby pubs or restaurants.

Baggage Transfer

Your bags will be transferred from your accommodation as per your itinerary and moved onto your next overnight accommodation. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 20kg per person.

Equipment

Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking gear such as good walking boots or shoes, warm and waterproof clothes and a day pack.

Dogs

Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate walkers with dogs as many of the accommodation providers do not accept pets.

Availability

This walking holiday is best enjoyed between April and October. You can start on any date that suits your travel plans and you will find up to date availability on our website. The Cowal Way is very popular so it is best to book as far in advance as you are able to.

 
 
 
The Cuillins - Tarbert

The Cuillins - Tarbert

Modern bed & breakfast accommodation highly recommended less than 500 yards from Tarbert's harbour. The Cuillins features 3 luxurious rooms, 2 double rooms and 1 twin room, all of which are en-suite

 
 
 
 
 
 
Tregortha Guest House - Tighnabruaich

Tregortha Guest House - Tighnabruaich

Tregortha is a family run Guest House overlooking the wonderful Kyles of Bute and is a favourite with many walkers and cyclists visiting the area.

 
 
 
 
 
 

The Watermill - Glendaruel

The Watermill offers unique accommodation in an old working mill. All the rooms are well-appointed and and provide an exceptional level of comfort all round.

 
 
 
 
 
 

The Old Manse - Strachur

Sheila and Rob Macpherson have been running the B&B at The Old Manse at Strachur on the Cowal peninsula in the Highlands of Scotland for several years and are natural hosts offering a wonderful welcome.

 
 
 
 
 
 

The Shore House Inn - Lochgoilhead

Relax and enjoy good food, comfortable rooms, glorious views and a warm welcome at the Shore House Inn at Lochgoilhead.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Ben Bhuela - Arrochar

A warm Scottish welcome awaits you at Ben Bhuela, formerly a foresters cottage converted to a lovely bed and breakfast.

 
 
 

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