when we arrived we were greeted by a guy with no teeth,who claimed to be the manager...but appeared to be needing to take some medication! he also looked like he had just fell out of bed....and didnt have a clue about anything!!!!! the rooms are clean but falling apart and the decor in the hotel is awfull.....umm revamp needed!!!!!
we also were served our starters by a young girl who had the worst body odour we have ever smelt!!!! really disgusting..and put us of our dinner....even though the dinner its self was a disaster...who the hell cooked it?????? a chimp???
now like i said there was one good thing about this place....a lovely young man with a smile to stop you in your tracks,warm freindly and polite....think his name was jamie??? he was our saving grace really....it was very clear that he was the only one that had a clue what was happening!!!! we hope that the owners realise that jamie is the one good thing about the place....althoug we cant undersatan why he is wasting himself there!!!?? so awfull food and awfull rooms and awfull staff apart from the angel jamie!!! keep up the good work boy!!! and young girl....please have a wash!!!!

We only stayed one night on our way further north. The first impression of the decor when you enter reception is one of decaying retro 50s style, but the welcome from the staff is friendly and efficient.

The bedroom was spacious,clean, and comfortable.

The new owners have only been there since November 2009 and are gradually working their way round the decor problems.

The public room's style is not my choice of decor, but it is in keeping with the architecture.

The owners have obviously concentrated on getting the food side of the business to near perfection, as our evening meal was one of the best we have ever had in the West of Scotland, with most if not all of the ingredients having been sourced locally.

The staff were most attentive and helpful and we will certainly return if the opportunity arises.

We found it impossible to reconcile the experience of our stay with that of one of your reviewers who likened the place to that of a back-packing hostel!

Tonythemonk Bonnyrigg

this place is like stepping back in time. maybe they should have a sign at reception telling you to put your clocks back 30 years. our room was clean although that was its only saving grace. flaking paint, mouldy metal windows form the fifties i bet, and a pokey bathroom with the cheap lino all bubbling in the middle of the floor. the food was edible although we waited over 30 minutes for our starter and then 20 mins for the main which was smothered in chopped parsley and salad dressing. very friendly if embarrassed waiter who was politeness itself but miserable barman who was away from the bar when we wanted a nightcap. we went to bed without and had a fitful nights sleep in an uncomfortable bed. we had breakfast which tasted like Aldi fare and hastily beat a retreat back to the 21st century. would have stayed the week but not at those prices. maybe they should be a backpackers hostel instead. 1 star at best for the hotel. 2 star food, 5 star waiter-poor lad.

Just back from a lovely weekend at The Lochgair. The team there couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful and this hotel really has a laid back, relaxed attitude.
There's nothing especially grand or ultra-stylish, although there are a few hints of 50s retro charm here and there.
The place is absolutely spotless and our room was just fine - fresh, clean, warm, comfortable and spacious with nice linen and flat screen tv. The only slight downside was the soundproofing - we didn't feel quite so insulated against the outside world and the room next door as we would have in a more modern (or thick-walled Victorian) hotel - not enough to worry about though unless you are a very light sleeper. And it may have just been our room.

As for the food - it's exceptional. Breakfast was first rate. The lunch menu was ideal (and the freshly made pancakes not to be missed). And the evening bar meals were fantastic, especially the superb fresh fish and desserts (my caramel shortcake was made to order with the shortbread base straight from the oven - heaven!)

Location-wise, the scenery all around is stunning, and the Lochgair is an ideal base for touring Argyll - Inveraray Castle, Inveraray Jail, Auchindrain, Crinan Canal, and the gobsmacking Kilmartin Glen all just a short drive away. We also did some good walking nearby and the village itself is picture-postcard.

All in all, a great hotel, very welcoming and superb value for money especially on DBB.