Title: The Island Bear B&B - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Island Bear B&B Boardwalk/promenade bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a sauna ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/59455888.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/9aa22ef7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/41ae9728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Tasting room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/60e89902.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/a5b032f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Bowmore Distillery and Bruichladdich Distillery, The Island Bear B&B provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 1 - Dec. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 2 - Dec. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/845a42b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/c180bfdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIslay-Island-Hotels-The-Island-Bear-Bed-And-Breakfast.h27573854.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIslay-Island-Hotels-The-Island-Bear-Bed-And-Breakfast.h27573854.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.75746%2C-6.28589&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fHqHsqIswRWNqzDCD-FsfEwkIIk=) SHORE STREET, Islay Island, Scotland, PA43 7LB #### What's nearby - Bowmore Distillery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Bruichladdich Distillery - 16 min drive - 16.6 km - Laphroaig Distillery - 22 min drive - 23.6 km - Lagavulin Distillery - 25 min drive - 26.5 km - Ardbeg Distillery - 26 min drive - 27.8 km #### Getting around - Islay (ILY) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬13 min drive - ‪Peatzeria - ‬1 min walk - ‪Kilchoman Distillery Cafe - ‬20 min drive - ‪The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant - ‬16 min drive - ‪Kilchoman Distillery - ‬20 min drive ## About this property ### The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast remodeled in 2023 and located near Bowmore Distillery Located close to Bruichladdich Distillery, The Island Bear B&B provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Outdoor pool access nearby - Access to a nearby indoor pool, smoke-free premises, and golf cart on site Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24030000/24029700/24029657/b755ef21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Another Place, The Machrie Islay Island - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 181 reviews CA $432 CA $518 total includes taxes & fees Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=24029657&PinnedHotelID=24029657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Classic Double Room, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16050000/16048600/16048561/fbcd5075.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Islay House Islay Island - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 122 reviews CA $147 CA $176 total includes taxes & fees Dec 23 - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM ### Things to do - 18-hole adjacent golf course - Golf carts - Indoor pool (guest access) - Outdoor pool (guest access) - Sauna - Wine tasting room - Wine tours ### Family friendly - Access to nearby indoor pool - Access to nearby outdoor pool ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - On the boardwalk/promenade ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 3 floors - Built in 1886 - Renovated entire property - February 2023 - Smoking not allowed - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Island Bear Bed & Breakfast Islay Island Island Bear Islay Island Island Bear & Islay Island The Island Bear Bed Breakfast The Bear B&b Islay The Island Bear Bed Breakfast The Island Bear B&B Islay Island The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast Islay Island ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Island Bear B&B have a pool? > Yes, this property has outdoor pool access. ### Is The Island Bear B&B pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at The Island Bear B&B? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Island Bear B&B? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Island Bear B&B located? > Located in the heart of Islay Island, this golf bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Bowmore Distillery and within 12 mi (20 km) of Bruichladdich Distillery and Museum of Islay Life. Wildlife Information Centre and Caol Ila Distillery are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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