Spectacularly windswept, and very beautiful with it, Mull is second largest of the Inner Hebrides, after Skye, and a wonderful place to explore on foot. You may find a castle, or ruins, ancient stone circles or burial cairns, cliffs, craggy basalt mountains, and stunning white-sandy beaches. Off shore you may see whales, seals and dolphins, and the air is full of seabirds, including puffins. Our recommendations for the best places to stay on Mull have been drawn from the rather limited collection of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs, but there are some good self-catering options also.
Tobermory, the main centre, is known for its colourful, harbourside cottages and is a great base if you want to immerse yourself in local colour and lore, as well as explore the island’s natural beauty. Tobermory has a distillery, a museum, an aquarium, and an arts centre, and is known for its eisteddfod and for its Highland Games.
As well as walking, fishing, and bird watching, ecotourism draws many people to Mull. In the 1990s the white-tailed eagle was reintroduced, and the island is a refuge for sea eagles too. Off the coast are Basking sharks, Minke whales, dolphins and porpoises, and on land Mull has otters. Photographers love it here too, for the endemic flora and fauna — Mull has 18 orchid species, and 33 ferns — but also for the dramatic spectacle of this island.
As with most of the Scottish west coast islands it's incredibly busy here during the peak summer months. If you want to guarantee a room in one of the best places to stay in Mulll in July or August, you'll need to do your research and book well ahead.
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Mull
Overlooking Tobermory harbour, The Tobermory Hotel has been running since 1869. With a distinctive pink facade the hotel offers excellent rooms, an atmospheric bar and delicious local cuisine in the restaurant. A great base from which to explore the charms of Mull.
Mull (Dervaig)
Killoran House is an excellent B&B in the northern area of Mull, a rural location with great views. Featuring comfortable rooms, pretty furnishings and a restaurant with wonderful food. It's a great base from which to explore the surrounding area.
Mull (Isle of Mull, Argyll and Bute )
This 'cottage' (owners David and Jo do not call themselves a hotel) is located in the centre of Tobermory. Rooms are Edwardian in style with billowing, satin fabrics, ornate lamps and many with four poster beds. There's a cosy living room and dining room serving delicious locally sourced cuisine.
Mull ( Glengorm Castle Tobermory, Glengorm Isle of Mull)
Glengorm Castle is located a short distance from Tobermory, the Isle of Mull's capital. It offers five charming individually-decorated rooms complete with en suite bathrooms. Public rooms are filled with antiques and all have roaring fires. Families are very welcome. A stunning home from home.
Mull (Craignure)
Tranquility prevails at the Pennygate Lodge, a charming hotel in the village of Craignure. The rooms are elegant and comfortable with deluxe ensuite bathrooms. The excellent restaurant serves classic Scottish dishes with a twist. A chic little country hideaway.
