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Knockinaam Lodge

4.8(157)
Hotel

About

Knockinaam Lodge is a 19th-century country house hotel set on 30 acres of landscaped grounds with a private cove on Scotland's southwest coast. Its intimate 10-bedroom boutique setting offers sweeping views of the Irish Sea and a peaceful retreat just minutes from Portpatrick and ferry access to Northern Ireland.

The hotel features a 3 AA rosette restaurant known for locally sourced, sustainable cuisine and an acclaimed whisky bar. For business groups, Knockinaam combines refined dining and secluded luxury accommodations with a storied history including wartime meetings between Churchill and Eisenhower, making it a distinctive venue for focused gatherings or executive retreats.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with private beach access
  • Intimate multi-night stays with fine dining
  • Focused team offsites in historic luxury setting

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Private cove with Irish Sea views
Location
Private cove with Irish Sea views
Set in its own private cove on Scotland’s southwest coast, Knockinaam Lodge offers breathtaking views across the Irish Sea towards Northern Ireland, providing a serene and secluded setting for events.
Acclaimed 3 AA Rosette restaurant with seasonal tasting menus
Culinary Experience
Acclaimed 3 AA Rosette restaurant with seasonal tasting menus
The hotel’s restaurant holds 3 AA rosettes and serves a daily-changing seasonal tasting menu, praised for its exceptional quality and perfectly sized courses, complemented by bespoke cocktails and excellent wine pairings.
Luxury boutique hotel with historic character
Accommodation
Luxury boutique hotel with historic character
An intimate 10-bedroom 19th-century country house hotel fully restored to blend historic charm with modern luxury, including luxury cedar-clad coastal cottages with stunning sea views, ideal for private group stays.

At a glance

Rated 4.8 on Google · 157 reviews