Big Sand Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Steve Bland
Photo by Steve Bland
Photo "Big Sand" by Anne Burgess (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Anne Burgess (CC BY-SA)
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Photo by Mick Garratt (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Big Sand" by Mick Garratt (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Mick Garratt (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Big Sand" by Nigel Brown (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
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One of the best views in the United Kingdom.

One of the best views in the United Kingdom.

Gairloch
Stay at this cottage in Gairloch. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Big Sand Beach and Linne a' Mhuilinn are located ...
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One of the best views in the United Kingdom.
Gairloch Hotel

Gairloch Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Gairloch, Gairloch, Scotland
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Gairloch. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (811 reviews)
Great service, stunning location

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

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Gairloch Hotel
Shieldaig Lodge Hotel

Shieldaig Lodge Hotel

4 out of 5
Badachro, Gairloch, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$252 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$252
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Gairloch. Enjoy free parking, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gairloch Harbour and Gairloch Sitooterie ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
Stunning views and lovely property, very helpful staff

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Shieldaig Lodge Hotel
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One of the best views in the United Kingdom.

One of the best views in the United Kingdom.

Gairloch
Stay at this cottage in Gairloch. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Big Sand Beach and Linne a' Mhuilinn are located ...
One of the best views in the United Kingdom.
Luxury self-catering cabin - panoramic mountain views, short walk from the beach

Luxury self-catering cabin - panoramic mountain views, short walk from the beach

Staffin Scotland
Stay at this cabin in Staffin. Enjoy a garden, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Quiraing and Skyelight Candles are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
The cabin was amazing! We loved the location and the view. The cabin had everything you would need, with some additional special touches to make you feel at home. The welcome basket was a wonderful surprise.

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Luxury self-catering cabin - panoramic mountain views, short walk from the beach
Mellon Udrigle "Heaven on Earth",Luxury 6 bed Beach House, sea views

Mellon Udrigle "Heaven on Earth",Luxury 6 bed Beach House, sea views

Scottish Highlands
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Achnasheen. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Mellon Udrigle Beach and Gruinard Bay ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Absolutely Perfect
Everything about our stay from booking to departing could not have been better. Our host Katerina was always on hand to provide information updates and accommodate our needs. The cottage was outstanding in every way, well stocked with all the necessary items and some for a self catering stay. The ...

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2025

Mellon Udrigle "Heaven on Earth",Luxury 6 bed Beach House, sea views
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Popular places to visit

Big Sand Beach

Big Sand Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Big Sand Beach during your travels in Gairloch? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Big Sand Beach
Rua Reidh Lighthouse

Rua Reidh Lighthouse

You can find out about the history of Gairloch with a visit to Rua Reidh Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Rua Reidh Lighthouse

Redpoint Beach

5/5(1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Redpoint Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Redpoint Beach

Gairloch Beach

4/5(3 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Gairloch Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Gairloch Beach

Badachro Distillery

You can take time to visit Badachro Distillery during your travels to Badachro.

Badachro Distillery

Eilean Horrisdale

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Eilean Horrisdale during your travels in Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Eilean Horrisdale