Title: Big Sand Travel Guide: Best of Big Sand, Gairloch Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Big Sand](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Sand-Hotels.d553248635118487361.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Big Sand](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Sand-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635118487361.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Big Sand Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Big-Sand.d553248635118487361.Car-Hire-Guide)[Big Sand Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Sand.d553248635118487361.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Big Sand Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Sands Caravan and Camping park is only a few metres from the sea. This was a particularly stunning evening in September. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/bf803f7a-83b6-44b0-8a80-16564fd7c323.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sands Caravan and Camping park is only a few metres from the sea. This was a particularly stunning evening in September. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/bf803f7a-83b6-44b0-8a80-16564fd7c323.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset from Sands beach Late summer evenings here can be superb. The Outer Hebrides can be seen on the left.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/17ecc057-d085-40d4-915b-c9724b968337.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/17ecc057-d085-40d4-915b-c9724b968337.jpg) by [Nigel Brown](https://www.panoramio.com/user/6492354?with_photo_id=94378327) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![The beach by Big Sand Looking along the superb beach towards the township.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/d21a178d-7321-4f3c-a1f4-df793e159670.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/d21a178d-7321-4f3c-a1f4-df793e159670.jpg) by [Nigel Brown](https://www.panoramio.com/user/6492354?with_photo_id=94378327) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![The B8021 north of Sands Holiday Centre A good two-lane road leads from Gairloch to the Centre; from then on the road reverts to the more usual narrow single-track with passing places. The field on the left is part of the Centre.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/997acba2-ff6b-477b-9a76-da8a3b309fc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/997acba2-ff6b-477b-9a76-da8a3b309fc5.jpg) by [Nigel Brown](https://www.panoramio.com/user/6492354?with_photo_id=94378327) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Big Sand Things to do - Top hotels in Big Sand - Top Holiday Rentals in Big Sand ![One of the best views in the United Kingdom.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76830000/76820200/76820127/4bb34f97_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### One of the best views in the United Kingdom. Gairloch Stay at this cottage in Gairloch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Big Sand Beach and Linne a' Mhuilinn are located ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=76820127&PinnedHotelID=76820127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118487361) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=76820127&PinnedHotelID=76820127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118487361) ![Gairloch Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17520000/17515100/17515039/50aae892_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gairloch Hotel Gairloch Gairloch Scotland Stay at this hotel in Gairloch. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.8/10 Good! (811 reviews) Great service, stunning location Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=17515039&PinnedHotelID=17515039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118487361) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=17515039&PinnedHotelID=17515039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118487361) ![Shieldaig Lodge Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11980000/11970100/11970057/102c835b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shieldaig Lodge Hotel Badachro Gairloch Scotland £90 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Gairloch. Enjoy free parking, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gairloch Harbour and Gairloch Sitooterie are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews) Stunning location, room nice and clean, food lovely though limited menu, good beer, good selection of whiskey. Very enjoyable stay Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=11970057&PinnedHotelID=11970057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118487361) [See all 144 properties in Big Sand](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635118487361) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![One of the best views in the United Kingdom.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76830000/76820200/76820127/4bb34f97_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### One of the best views in the United Kingdom. Gairloch Stay at this cottage in Gairloch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Big Sand Beach and Linne a' Mhuilinn are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Hotels-8-Bedroom-Accommodation-In-Gairloch.h76820127.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury self-catering cabin - panoramic mountain views, short walk from the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87370000/87368700/87368686/301190fe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury self-catering cabin - panoramic mountain views, short walk from the beach Staffin Scotland Stay at this cabin in Staffin. Enjoy a garden, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Quiraing and Skyelight Candles are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews) The cabin was amazing! We loved the location and the view. The cabin had everything you would need, with some additional special touches to make you feel at home. The welcome basket was a wonderful surprise. Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Portree-Hotels-Luxury-Self-Catering-Cabin-Panoramic-Mountain-Views.h87368686.Hotel-Information) ![Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18650000/18647100/18647033/4d8f19b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing Staffin Scotland Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Staffin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Quiraing and Skyelight Candles are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews) Perfect house! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Big Sand hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118487361&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118487361&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118487361&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118487361&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118487361&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118487361&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Sands Caravan and Camping park is only a few metres from the sea. This was a particularly stunning evening in September. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/bf803f7a-83b6-44b0-8a80-16564fd7c323.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Big Sand Beach 4/5(5 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Big Sand Beach during your travels in Gairloch? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Sand-Beach-Gairloch.d6088837.Attraction) #### Gairloch Beach 4.5/5(27 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Gairloch Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Beach-Gairloch.d6088835.Attraction) #### Rua Reidh Lighthouse 4/5(2 reviews) You can find out about the history of Gairloch with a visit to Rua Reidh Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rua-Reidh-Lighthouse-Gairloch.d6088841.Attraction) #### Redpoint Beach 3.5/5(4 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Redpoint Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Redpoint-Beach-Gairloch.d6088839.Attraction) #### Gairloch Sitooterie Explore the great outdoors at Gairloch Sitooterie, a lovely green space in Gairloch. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Sitooterie-Gairloch.d880727530972549120.Attraction) #### Gairloch Harbour Explore the waterfront in Gairloch with a trip to Gairloch Harbour. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Harbour-Gairloch.d880729455369531392.Attraction) ## Cities near Big Sand ![Beautiful sandy and empty beach just south of Gairloch, visible from the road and easy parking. Add sunshine to the mix and how could we drive past? Just had to Stop and Go.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182771/f3603d5a-3e54-4f1e-83ed-3c7d651d2fc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gairloch - Cities near Big Sand - Places of interest [Gairloch](https://expedia.co.uk/Gairloch.dx182771) - [Big Sand Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Sand-Beach-Gairloch.d6088837.Attraction) - [Loch Maree ](https://expedia.co.uk/Loch-Maree-Achnasheen.d6166088.Attraction) - [Kilt Rock ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kilt-Rock-Staffin.d6088975.Attraction) - [Gairloch Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Beach-Gairloch.d6088835.Attraction) - [Gruinard Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gruinard-Bay-Beach-Achnasheen.d6088845.Attraction) - [Inverewe Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Inverewe-Gardens-Achnasheen.d6088843.Attraction) - [Rua Reidh Lighthouse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rua-Reidh-Lighthouse-Gairloch.d6088841.Attraction) - [Redpoint Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Redpoint-Beach-Gairloch.d6088839.Attraction) - [Beinn Eighe Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.co.uk/Beinn-Eighe-Nature-Reserve-Achnasheen.d6088831.Attraction) - [Inverewe Garden ](https://expedia.co.uk/Inverewe-Garden-Achnasheen.d553248621533025087.Attraction) - [Skyelight Candles ](https://expedia.co.uk/Skyelight-Candles-Staffin.d553248621555971703.Attraction) - [Torridon Countryside Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Torridon-Countryside-Centre-Achnasheen.d553248621533025135.Attraction) - [Beinn Eighe ](https://expedia.co.uk/Beinn-Eighe-Achnasheen.d6088829.Attraction) - [Liathach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Liathach-Achnasheen.d6088827.Attraction) - [Gairloch Heritage Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Heritage-Museum-Gairloch.d553248621532494783.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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