Explore Mull.
The Western Isles Hotel is located on the Isle of Mull, the largest of the islands of Argyll and the third largest in Scotland with 300 miles of coastline.
Ben More, with an elevation of roughly 1,000 metres is a popular climb and the island has many other fine hill walks of varying degrees of difficulty.
It is home to many historical sites and monuments, including a bronze age stone circle at Loch Buie and iron age fortified duns and crannogs, traditional medieval castles at Duart and Loch Buie (ruined), and grand baronial castles at Torosay and Glengorm.
Tobermory is famous for its colourful waterfront buildings and harbour. There are plenty of beautiful beaches and bays from Calgary and Kilninian in the north to Loch Buie and Carsaig in the south. There are guided wildlife tours of Mull and you may be lucky enough to see puffin colonies, dolphins, great whales, basking sharks and sea eagles.
Things to do
Mull Magic Walking Tours
Mull Magic is a small, family-owned business, and has a well-earned reputation built on the dedication and knowledge of its owner, who has 30 years' experience of walking and wildlife tours. Regarded as the friendly face of Mull’s wildlife, Mull Magic takes pride in the quality of the experience offered to guests.
Nature Scotland Guided Tours
Nature Scotland’s award winning excursions are led by dedicated and excited naturalists, conservationists and educators. We are passionate about running informative and inspirational wildlife experiences. Nature Scotland also performs data collection surveys on the biodiversity of Mull, including birds, reptiles, dragonflies, cetaceans and butterflies.
Sea Life Surveys Whale watching Trips
Sea Life Surveys, established over 30 years ago in 1982, was the first and is now the most experienced whale watching, porpoise, shark and dolphin watching, marine survey, and education programme in the UK
Mull Pony Trekking
Pony trekking on native highland ponies at Killiechronan on the Isle of Mull. Killiechronan is based at the head of Loch na Keal in the centre of the island and is one of only 40 National scenic areas in Scotland. Famed for not just it's stunning location but also it is one of the best areas for spotting wildlife including otters and our resident pair of white tailed sea eagles which are all regularly spotted on our treks at very close range as they have no fear of the ponies.
Wild Swimming
If you are keen on wild swimming in Scotland, Mull and Iona should definitely be on your list. There is no doubt the water is chilly. Nevertheless, once you glimpse those white shell-sand beaches which stretch for miles, with the alluring turquoise sea, you'll be glad you packed your swimming gear
Big Bird Trip with Turus Mara
The Ultimate Trip for those who wish to maximise their time communing with the birdlife on Lunga. The Big Bird trip allows over four hours ashore on Lunga in the Treshnish Isles for those who want more time to experience the unique bird life.
Trips to Staffa Island with Staffa Tours
Discover the most beautiful and interesting places on the West Coast of Scotland with our tours to the Isle of Staffa, home to the world-famous Fingal’s Cave, the ornithological heaven of the Treshnish Isles, the sacred Isle of Iona and the wildlife mecca of Mull.
Cycle Mull
A great way to explore the island, whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or new to the game - Cycle Mull offers hires of mountain bikes, kids bikes or electric bikes.
Tobermory Distillery Whisky Tours
Tobermory distillery is the only whisky distillery on the island. Situated in the heart of Tobermory, the distillery offers daily tours and tastings of this very unique product. Check out their gin selections too which are taking the market by storm.
Alternative Boat Hire Iona
Taking old and young, experienced or complete `non sailors`, we can run exclusive small number trips or cater for groups up to 12 passengers. We run a mix of scheduled trips to cater for individuals and families and also operate `whole boat hire` where the skippered vessel is chartered for exclusive use of the party however big or small.
Tee Up
Tobermory Golf Club
Tobermory Golf Course is a 9 hole course set on the cliff tops above Tobermory Bay. It offers superb panoramic views which includes Ardnamurchan, Loch Sunart and, on a clear day, the Isle of Skye. Due to the hilly nature of the course, it provides a tough challenge to all golfers. Visitors can be sure of a friendly welcome and can play the course virtually anytime.
After your enjoyable round why not relax in our small homely clubhouse, taking in the views at your leisure. Tobermory Golf Club is a member of Argyll & Bute Golf Union. You can obtain more information on courses in Argyll & Bute from their website at Argyll & Bute Golf Union.
You can obtain more information on the Tobermory Golf Course via the Tobermory Golf Club’s website.