Duirinish Holiday Lodges
Duirinish Holiday Lodges solves a common destination wedding challenge: finding accommodation that lets your guests actually relax before and after the celebration.
Duirinish Holiday Lodges is a hotel destination wedding venue in Kyle, United Kingdom, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Inverness Airport (INV), 2.5 hours. Best months: March, May, July, September.
About Duirinish Holiday Lodges
Duirinish Holiday Lodges solves a common destination wedding challenge: finding accommodation that lets your guests actually relax before and after the celebration.
Set across the Isle of Skye's dramatic landscape, these lodges offer both ceremony and reception space plus on-site rooms, meaning your group stays together without the formality of a traditional hotel.
The 4.9-star rating reflects consistent praise for the setting, service, and practical layout that makes multi-day celebrations seamless.
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Had a fantastic stay here. The Lodges are great and situated in a very quiet setting. Plenty of walks on the doorstep and a fantastic location to explore the local area and the isle of skye too.
Gary Sargent · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- INV, 150 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on the Isle of Skye with views across Dunvegan Bay and the Outer Hebrides
- Accommodates up to 150 guests with multiple lodge buildings and dining facilities on-site
- Flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces to suit weather conditions
- Google-rated 4.9/5 with strong reviews for hospitality and location authenticity
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 14:00-17:00Guest arrival at lodges; welcome tea or informal gathering
- 19:00Rehearsal dinner or casual group meal in lodge dining space
- 10:00-11:30Ceremony in outdoor or indoor space on grounds
- 12:00-14:00Cocktail hour and photographs around lodge grounds
- 14:00-22:00Reception dinner and celebration
- 10:00-12:00Casual group breakfast and departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- INV · about 2 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Inverness Airport.
- Typical total
- £4500-12000+Aisle estimate
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£4500-12000+ for 50 guests (2-night stay, basic catering, venue hire)
- Ceremony fee
- On request
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- Reception
- £25-50+ a headAisle estimate
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Depends on external catering; typically £25-50+
- Room rate
- £60-150 a nightAisle estimate
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£60-150 per lodge room (varies by season and occupancy)
- Weather window
- March
The months the weather is kindest, with May, July and September mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 01599 544268
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Duirinish operates as self-catering lodges, so costs are more flexible than traditional hotels. Catering, drinks, and staffing are arranged separately. Winter rates are lower; summer and peak season command premiums. Request a custom quote via their website.
Questions about the venue
Can we have both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. Duirinish offers ceremony space on the grounds and dining facilities for receptions, all within walking distance of guest accommodations.
What's the nearest commercial airport?+
Inverness Airport (2.5 hours drive) is the main gateway. Some guests may fly into Glasgow or Edinburgh and drive further (4-5 hours).
Can we arrange catering?+
The lodges support external catering companies. Contact them directly at https://duirinishlodges.com/ for approved vendors and kitchen access.
What's included with the lodge accommodation?+
Rooms typically include self-catering kitchens, heating, and bedding. Additional services and meal options should be confirmed when booking.
Is the venue accessible by car from the mainland?+
Yes. The venue is accessible by the Skye Bridge from the Scottish mainland. Roads are well-maintained, though winter weather can affect travel times.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.