Cowal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fairy Glen Isle of Skye, Scotland
Fairy Glen Isle of Skye, Scotland
Hell's Glen is a glen on the Cowal Peninsula, in Argyll, Scotland. The glen is within the Argyll Forest Park that is itself within the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Panoramic view from the top of Ben Arthur, a.k.a. The Cobbler, during my last adventure in Scotland. This is a fairly easy walk (11 miles, 4-6 hours) in the southern Highlands near Loch Lomond. A good warm-up before a failed attempt at Ben Nevis the following day. Pictures to come later.
Loch Eck, just north of Dunoon.
Arrochar Hotel

Arrochar Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Street Arrochar Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arrochar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Amazing view and breakfast was excellent also nice staff

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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Royal Marine Hotel

Royal Marine Hotel

3 out of 5
Hunter's Quay Dunoon Scotland
The price is 1.551.428 ₫ per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
1.551.428 ₫
1.861.713 ₫ total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Dunoon. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal ...
6.8/10 (259 reviews)
Room was luxury,staff were very helpful and i give this hotel 5 stars.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Royal Marine Hotel
The Argyll Hotel

The Argyll Hotel

3 out of 5
Argyll Street Dunoon Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Dunoon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (206 reviews)
It was old and beautiful - gorgeous view!

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

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Luxurious Mountain Retreat Lodge Hunters Quay

Luxurious Mountain Retreat Lodge Hunters Quay

3.5 out of 5
1 Eaglecroft Dunoon Scotland
Stay at this spa cottage in Dunoon. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and a golf course. Popular attractions Smiddy Museum and Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal ...
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Lodge -3 Bedrooms - Hunters Quay

Lodge -3 Bedrooms - Hunters Quay

2 out of 5
Dunoon Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Dunoon. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Smiddy Museum and Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal are located nearby.
Lodge -3 Bedrooms - Hunters Quay
Portsonachan Hotel

Portsonachan Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Portsonachan Hotel Dalmally Scotland
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Dalmally. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Loch Visions and Cruachan Power Station are ...
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Popular places to visit

Lovely spot but don’t expect a regular bus service and if you walk it’s further than you think

Carrick Castle

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Carrick Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carrick Castle. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Carrick Castle
Lovely spot but don’t expect a regular bus service and if you walk it’s further than you think

Loch Goil

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Goil during your travels in Cairndow. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Loch Goil
Benmore botanical gardens with the rain moving in. Really nice place for a day out. Lots to see and do and some nice viewpoints like this.

Benmore Botanic Garden

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Benmore Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Benmore. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Benmore Botanic Garden

Dunans Castle

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Colintraive when you take a trip to Dunans Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Dunans Castle

Puck's Glenn

You can take time to visit Puck's Glenn during your travels to Dunoon. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Puck's Glenn

The Queens Hall

You can enjoy a show at The Queens Hall on your trip to Dunoon. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

The Queens Hall

Cities near Cowal

Adobe

Dunoon

A view of the Firth of Clyde from Tower Hill in Gourock.

Gourock

Loch Lomond

Helensburgh

Lochgilphead

Lochgilphead