Luxury holidays in Inner Hebrides

Skye and Mull are island giants well known in their own right, but they belong to the Inner Hebrides — also home to Islay, Colonsay, Coll and Tiree. This photogenic island chain serves up lochs and Munros, quaint harbour towns and boulder-strewn beaches. A colourful history, abundant wildlife and widescreen wilderness are its analogue strengths, and distilled from its landscape are world-class whiskies and proudly local dining, too.

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Areas in the Inner Hebrides

When to go

Some attractions and restaurants close in the autumn, and don’t typically reopen until Easter. To maximise your chances of being joined by sunshine and seeing all the sights, visit the Inner Hebrides between April and October.

Getting there

  • Planes

    Glasgow and Oban are your nearest mainland airports. Small-plane flights serve Islay, Tiree and Coll.

  • Boats

    For ferries to Mull, Coll, Tiree and Colonsay, Oban is the gateway port; for Skye, head to Mallaig, and for Islay (between May and October), Kennacraig is your embarkation point.

  • Automobiles

    For navigating the larger islands, having your own set of wheels makes sense. If you’re travelling without a car, you’ll be relying on bus services or taxis to get around.