Eating & Drinking


The Colonsay, bar, hotel and restaurant

The place to go for delicious local seafood, meat and organic vegetables simply cooked, all from fresh. Open fires, bare floorboards, comfy sofas, you can choose to eat or drink in the bar, old dining room, log room or restaurant. Check the notice board outside to see what’s on. Tel 01951 200 316 or visit their website.


The Pantry

The Pantry sells freshly baked bread to order, homemade cakes and freshly ground coffee. We are the only stockist of Colonsay Wildflower Honey. The Pantry also serves breakfast, lunches and suppers Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat Night. There are award winning seafood nights every Wednesday & Saturday. Booking essential for evening meals. Call 01951 200 325 or visit their website.


Colonsay House Gardens Workshop Cafe

The Colonsay House private gardens and cafe are open from early April to end of October on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 5pm. In October, the closing time is 4.30pm. There is a large sunny terrace overlooking the garden as well as an indoor seating area. The cafe serves delicious freshly baked cakes and teas.

special offers

Low occupancy discount of up to 30% (not July or August).

special offers

Low occupancy discount of up to 30% (not July or August).

special offers

Low occupancy discount of up to 20% (not July or August).

special offers

Low occupancy discount of up to 30% (not July or August).

special offers

Low occupancy discount of up to 30% (not July or August).

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Balerominmhor

Immerse yourself in Colonsay’s wild beauty at our most secluded cottage—with commanding views towards Islay and Jura and the white sands of Cable Bay just a short walk away, this is a truly special island escape.

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Millers

Welcome to Millers - a quiet, relaxed and spacious island retreat centrally located near Loch Fada, with its own woodland garden.

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Harbour

Conveniently located just behind the port, Harbour brings together comfort, character, and the ever-changing beauty of the shoreline.

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Avenue Cottage

Escape to the Avenue – your peaceful hideaway nestled in the rhododendron gardens of the historic Colonsay Estate.

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Glassard

Tucked above the shoreline in the quiet hamlet of Glassard, this cosy cottage enjoys spectacular sea views towards Jura and Islay — a peaceful retreat by the sea in a small, friendly island community.

latest news

Colonsay Food and Drink Festival 2026

Colonsay's annual Food & Drink Festival is from 10th to 20th October 2026. The festival brings together a range of experts demonstrating, presenting and tasting amazing food. Plenty of events for children too!

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Ceòl Cholasa (17-20 September 2026)

Ceòl Cholasa is Colonsay's folk music festival. Attracting the cream of Scotland's folk music talent, this event sells out very fast! Tickets are available to buy now at: https://ceolcholasa.co.uk/tickets/

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Colonsay Book Festival (25-26 April 2026)

The Colonsay Book Festival is the smallest and most remote literary festival in the UK but it attracts authors with huge reputations. The 2026 lineup includes Mike Berners-Lee, Pàdraig MacAoidh/Peter Mackay, Doug Johnstone and Andrew Miller.

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Spring festival (4-17 May 2026)

The Spring Festival is a well-established event in the island’s calendar. Visitors and locals come to enjoy this magical season and learn more about the rich natural heritage of the island through a whole host of guided walks, activities and events.

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House for sale

House for sale in spectacular position with sea views. Traditional semi detached stone cottage, 2 bedrooms, sitting room, bathroom and kitchen. Plot is large enough for substantial side extension with views. Offers over £285000.