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)
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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 Wi-Fi, 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.
Shieldaig Lodge Hotel

Shieldaig Lodge Hotel

4 out of 5
Badachro Gairloch Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$251 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$251
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Gairloch. Enjoy free parking, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gairloch Harbour and Gairloch Sitooterie are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
Stunning location, room nice and clean, food lovely though limited menu, good beer, good selection of whiskey. Very enjoyable stay

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Shieldaig Lodge Hotel
The Millcroft Hotel

The Millcroft Hotel

3 out of 5
Mihol Road Gairloch Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Gairloch. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gairloch Heritage Museum and Linne a' Mhuilinn ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (169 reviews)
The breakfast was cooked to order and was very nice.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

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The Millcroft 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 Wi-Fi, 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
As Shown On Tv Island Hideaway

As Shown On Tv Island Hideaway

Gairloch
Stay at this apartment in Gairloch. Enjoy a garden, patios and a hot tub. Popular attractions Badachro Distillery and Eilean Horrisdale are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Fantastic and unique property. Great views from the jacuzzi! We saw seals and dolphins in the bay, and countless different birds. Just beautiful. We had a kayak around the bay using the kayaks on site. Absolutely loved it.

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

As Shown On Tv Island Hideaway
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Popular places to visit

Big Sand Beach

Big Sand Beach

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

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

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

Gairloch Heritage Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gairloch Heritage Museum during your travels in Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Gairloch Heritage Museum

Gairloch Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Gairloch with a trip to Gairloch Harbour. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Gairloch Harbour