ザ ルイブ ホテル(Luib Hotel)

This is the place if you want a stay that is not over run by tourists and still want to feel the history of the drovers of the Highlands! It has a distinctly old fashioned feel with its crooked walls, uneven stairs and old wooden beams in the lobby which had a roaring fire. The owner is very friendly and accommodating. A limited food menu adds to the charms and it really is like back in the day.Saying that both the dinner and breakfast were cooked well and they had good strong tea. The rooms were clean and warm with old fashioned sash windows. Not a place to stay if you want some where modern with all the mod cons. A good old fashioned inn style stay with lots of atmosphere. If we ever get lucky enough to come back we will be hoping to stay here.Drue & Rebecca

Very warm welcome from Jamie on arrival and service throughout was second to none. Both he and John were able to offer advice on local walks and anything else we needed to know about the area and nothing was too much trouble. Room was small but warm and clean with a modern bathroom. Food was excellent and having booked on a cheap package deal for this time of year, we were more than happy with what we got in return. All the best to you all at the Luib and thanks for helping us enjoy a relaxing short break.

Immediately on opening the door, you are greeted by a roaring fire and friendly staff and locals. The hotel is a little dated but is suitable for what we needed it for. The rooms could do with a refurb, but if you're there for the great outdoors, they are fine. The wifi wasn't brilliant, but once again, if you're there for nature, it's perfect. Breakfast was great.

Pros: - Beautiful location. Very rural and peaceful, I’m the middle of nowhere located next to a beautiful river surrounded by hillsides. Stunning - The food is out of this world! The fish and chips genuinely ARE the best fish and chips I’ve ever had. The Scottish breakfast was gorgeous. The haggis is the best I had the whole time I was in Scotland. Really, really good food! Cons: - Not the warmest of places. Not especially made to feel welcome. There is some banter that takes place but it’s quite awkward and unsure whether the staff / owners are joking or not. - Paper thin walls. The walls in the bedrooms are so thin you can hear ever single word that is spoken by your neighbours! Not great when you’re trying to sleep. - Tired. The hotel is beautiful, but hasn’t had any upgrades for some time. The hotel itself maintains its character and Scottish heritage; this is wonderful. However, the beds and other furniture in the rooms is tired and uncomfortable, shower drain blocking during use; those kind of things. Wouldn’t wanted to stay longer the night we did. I would recommend this hotel as a pass through for sure! For the food if nothing else!

The Luib hotel is a gem in a beautiful location. The fish we had for dinner were superb, and the breakfast was exceptional but what made our stay extra special was the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff. Would definitely stay again.

The proprietor John was quite a character. We had a spirited conversation after breakfast. He makes the Luib hotel a standout destination

Had a wonderful one night stay at this hotel in Aug 2023. Comfortable and very clean rooms. High ceilings. Hot showers (pull the shower cord, wait a minute and voila, hot showers). Tea kettle and related amenities, water bottles in room. Absolutely gorgeous setting/stunning backyard. Owner (I think he was) also doubled as our barman and was super friendly. This was our favorite hotel of the 5 we stayed in last week. Is it luxury? No, and the reasonable price reflected that. Yes, the breakfast options are tea/coffee and full scottish. But it was not a problem for us. The eating area is warm and comfortable (better than the pictures online). It is a very old building (500 years?) and had the related quirks and charm that my son, husband and I really enjoyed. I would absolutely stay here again.

This is Fawlty Towers without the charm of Basil Fawlty! Let’s get the plusses out of the way first - the hotel had vacancies and the room rate was under £100. Now the negatives: Decorations tired Thin walls Surly owner grunts at breakfast if you ask for anything other than a full Scottish! Refused to poach an egg and required 24 hours notice to provide a boiled one. This guy purports to have worked in the finest fish restaurants in the world - perhaps none of them served eggs! No cereal No juice Dirty cutlery There were 4 beers in the bar and on no night were they all available. They can’t be bothered to change the barrel, they just ask the customer to compromise accordingly. Staff bad mouthed local pubs but we found they served far superior food. Do yourselves a favour and avoid this one. If you want the laughs without the grief just watch Fawlty Towers on catch-up!

A quiet and comfortable place, our first time trying the Scottish food, and the breaksfast tasted so good. It was perfect for the family. Recommended 100%. Thanks