Crinan Hotel

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Romantic Crinan Hotel boasts one of the west coast's most spectacular views. All the bright, light rooms enjoy wonderful perspectives, and the somewhat faded old-world atmosphere is beguiling, with paintings throughout and a top-floor gallery. You're paying for the ambience and view here: don't expect five-star luxury. It's run with welcoming good humour and offers various eating options.

The restaurant Westward does posh set dinners, the cosy Crinan Seafood Bar does great fresh food, including excellent local mussels with white wine and garlic, and the nearby Crinan Coffee Shop has great home baking. Upstairs, Lock 16 opens for seafood dinners with spectacular views on summer weekends.

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