Where to stay?

We aim to keep this page as up to date as possible but please check with individual providers

There are currently no camping facilities open on the Isle of Jura. Wild camping is also discouraged just now as there is no way to manage numbers and there are health concerns with the limited facilities available.

See Argyll & Bute Council advice.

The Mountain Bothies Association have also reiterated their statement that ALL MBA maintained bothies are closed across Scotland, Wales and England: https://www.mountainbothies.org.uk/2016/08/bothies-currently-unavailable/

If you fancy an overnight stay or maybe a long weekend break then you won’t be stuck for a cozy bed. There are a number of suitable cottages, chalets and B&Bs to choose from as well as the popular Jura Hotel offering full Scottish breakfasts, lunches and evening lounge & bar meals.

Hotels

Bed & Breakfast

Self Catering

Wild camping

Please be aware that Deer Stalking runs from July 1st to Feb 15th, during these months, for your own safety, you would be advised to contact in advance the relevant Estate concerned.

• Ardfin: 01496 820198
• Ardlussa: 01496 820321
• Barnhill: 01496 820327
• Inver: 01496 820223
• Ruantallain: 01496 820287
• Tarbert: 01496 820207
• The Forest: 01496 820217

Also be aware of the provisions of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003, although it is restricted to areas where access rights are exercisable and should be done responsibly. The Scottish Outdoor Access Code suggests responsible criteria be followed, and wording in that Code relating to wild camping is as follows:

“Access rights extend to wild camping. This type of camping is lightweight, done in small numbers and only for two or three nights in any one place. You can camp in this way wherever access rights apply but help avoid causing problem for local people and land managers by not camping in enclosed fields of crops or farm animals and keeping well away from buildings, roads or historic structures. If you wish to camp close to a house or building, seek the owner’s permission. Leave no trace by taking away all your litter. Remove all traces of your tent pitch and of any open fire (follow the guidance for lighting fires).”

Cause no pollution.

Caravans, Motor-homes etc.

You would be advised to contact The Jura Ferry to ascertain whether your caravan or vehicle will clear the ferry ramp.

Contact: Jura Ferry, ASP Ship Management, Port Askaig, Islay

Tel: 01496 840681