Raasay House Hotel

I am so eager to send anyone who’s like to explore Skye or want a peaceful retreat from the business of life to this lovely hotel. Situated on the picturesque island of Raasay just across the water by a short ferry ride is a historic and well-appointed hotel. The room my husband and I, along with our three kids, enjoyed fit us well. It’s refreshing to be able to stay in one room as opposed to two since most rooms only accommodate a maximum of four persons. We also loved the restaurant. The menu is thoughtful, local, and varies seasonally. It also included vegetables and vegan options. The breakfast was also satisfactory with options for vegetarians and vegans. We could have eaten at the hotel several more times without getting tired of it. Everything was excellent. I’ve saved the best for last! The staff was well-trained, friendly, competent, attentive, helpful, kind, and accommodating. We asked a lovely man (not much hair, very helpful about our hike to the fairy pools) for some local recommendations and he was genuinely eager to hear about our plans, experiences, and in which ways he might be able to help us. Another stellar server was (and I’m so sorry not to have gotten anyone’s names) a lovely man from Mexico and Spain. Whenever we had a request like taking our sticky toffee pudding to go (delicious, by the way) or subbing a side dish, or asking for recommendations he found ways to give us a “yes”, even if he didn’t know exactly how to accomplish that yes yet. What incredible hospitality! We stayed several places on this trip to Scotland and Raasay House was easily our favorite. To the owners and managers: Excellent work. You’re doing something right with the diversity of your staff and attention to detail. If you haven’t already, please read the book Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara. Best wishes to all of you! If you’re considering staying here, it is worth the ferry rides. The peace, quiet, views, and hospitality are some you won’t soon forget.

Nothing. Everything was lovely. Only wish we could have stayed longer!

The views were amazing. The house has amazing character and history.

The lack of lifts for accessibility to the rooms - especially with bags.

Fantastic location and wonderful views. Very warm, friendly and helpful Staff.

Opening weekend for the season and lots of visible training going on. Not really an issue just a few teething issues as the season cranks back up.

It’s location is indisputably out of this world, good enough for Charles Edward Stuart the pretender who landed in Scotland to lead the Jacobite revolution in 1745. The library is a must see and the ferry is a trip worth making. Our room recently refurbished was unexpected for the price and the view to Skye made up for the hotels failings.

However a shortage in staff and a very weak menu spoilt it for us. One bar man on our arrival run off his feet and one member of staff at breakfast trying to satisfy continental guest’s with a British fry up says it all. If I missed an alternative breakfast so did the young Spanish family.