Isle of Raasay Distillery

We very much enjoyed the lounge area and talking with other guests. The food was good. The staff mostly were very pleasant. And we very much enjoyed our tasting. Thank you.

We had an amazing stay at the Isle of Raasay Distillery: from the tour of the whiskey-making facilities (and the tasting) to the exquisite dinner (smoked sea trout and duck confit for appetizers, venison and cod for the main dish, and warm date pudding and raspberry & whiskey panna cotta for dessert) with a breathtaking view of the Isle of Skye to the delicious breakfast - every part of our stay was lovely. You feel like you're alone in the world in this peaceful location - a magnificent experience. Comfortable room; friendly and professional staff.

Whisky, Gin & Chocolate Tour – A Perfect Day We had an amazing time at the Isle of Raasay Distillery. The whisky and gin paired with local chocolates were delicious, and the views of Skye from the bar were breathtaking. The tour was fun and informative, and the staff made it feel personal and special. We’ll definitely be back!

A wonderful stay, The views are stunning, the rooms well appointed, the food good. Add to that a range of staff that could not have been friendlier and a bottle of whisky in the room to have a drink during your stay (not a miniature!), you have a winning combination. There is a free tour and tasting built in. The distillery is small and very hands on with everyone engaged. (Their latest release was blended by their Finance Director, Lexy). This is not a Macallan-style tour and all the better for it. A lot of the islanders are involved in some way with the project, and they are as much part of the hotel as the distillery is. It is a real community venture that is bringing new life to the island. I have great respect for the founders and their vision. Keep up the good work.

Fantastic location and very comfortable hotel. The lack of staff is obvious and quite understandable due to the location of this hotel but doesn’t help with the experience if waiting 15 minutes at the reception for someone who is able to check you in!! Also in the evening all the staff drink in the bar, that in itself takes away the exclusivity that is expected in a place of this calibre.

We only went to the Visitor Centre. (Again. We had been maybe 5 years before and enjoyed it). The menu at lunch time was a problem, so many excellent choices. I played the tourist card and ordered the Raasay Home Farm Haggis Cruinn. My wife opted for the Taste of the Sea Fritter. Obviously we swapped plates half way through. Excellent choices. A minor wrinkle was I could have done with a small piece of bread to mop up the first class sauce with the haggis. But then I am just an ignorant Sassenach. Really helpful bar staff, who also advised in the shop. After a wee taste I bought the standard bottle of whisky. Any comments are reserved until I open it. It is being but a side for a moderately special occasion, though I suspect the up and coming Father's day will resolve that one. Footnote, check the ferry times for the return.