Ardentinny Outdoor Centre, Ardentinny, Dunoon, Argyll, PA23 8TR

Call Peter Wilson on 01369 810271

  • Aerial view of centre on the edge of Loch Long with mountains behind
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  • Canoes on the shore of Loch Long
  • Boats on the banks on Loch Long
  • Out side of centre showing large car park suitable for buses
  • lounge at Ardentinny Outdoor Centre

Group accommodation centre on the shores of Loch Long

Fabulous group accommodation centre on the shores of Loch Long in the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. With beautiful beaches, hills, forests and lochs right on the doorstep, Ardentinny is the perfect place to explore, discover, learn and relax in a truly inspiring landscape. Wonderfully remote, yet a little over 1.5 hours drive from Glasgow.

Sleeping up to 120 across small dorms and twin/single rooms, many of which are en-suite, Ardentinny is the perfect place for friends & family get-togethers, clubs, schools, faith groups, fields studies, activity retreats etc. In fact any group looking for fantastic facilities, stunning scenery and splendid isolation will love it here.

Although we mainly operate as a group booking location, during the dates 26th July until 25th August 2025, we are offering smaller booking option for families with the choice to book activities.

We only accommodate guests in shared rooms with people they already know. While our base rate for a solo guest starts at £45, the price per person is reduced when you are sharing a room with friends or family.

The Centre boasts a large kitchen, several meeting rooms, play areas with soccer table, pool table etc, a large communal dining room, 2 drying rooms and a large equipment room. Catering packages can be added to booking. Enquire for more details.

The location is ideal for all sorts of outdoor activities; walking, mountain biking, wild swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding, diving etc. Arrange your own, or book an instructor and hire equipment through the Centre.
Large group accommodation centre on the shore of Loch Long in the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park.

Ever popular with schools, clubs, friends & family get-togethers & activity retreats.

Ardentinny sleeps max 120 in 4,5 & 6 bed dorms, many of which are en-suite. We also have single and twin rooms.

Outdoor activities & catering can be provided if required.
Fabulous group accommodation centre on the shores of Loch Long in the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. With beautiful beaches, hills, forests and lochs right on the doorstep, Ardentinny is the perfect place to explore, discover, learn and relax in a truly inspiring landscape. Wonderfully remote, yet a little over 1.5 hours drive from Glasgow.

Sleeping up to 120 across small dorms and twin/single rooms, many of which are en-suite, Ardentinny is the perfect place for friends & family get-togethers, clubs, schools, faith groups, fields studies, activity retreats etc. In fact any group looking for fantastic facilities, stunning scenery and splendid isolation will love it here.

Although we mainly operate as a group booking location, during the dates 26th July until 25th August 2025, we are offering smaller booking option for families with the choice to book activities.

We only accommodate guests in shared rooms with people they already know. While our base rate for a solo guest starts at £45, the price per person is reduced when you are sharing a room with friends or family.

The Centre boasts a large kitchen, several meeting rooms, play areas with soccer table, pool table etc, a large communal dining room, 2 drying rooms and a large equipment room. Catering packages can be added to booking. Enquire for more details.

The location is ideal for all sorts of outdoor activities; walking, mountain biking, wild swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding, diving etc. Arrange your own, or book an instructor and hire equipment through the Centre.

This accommodation is featured on our map of the Scottish Borders, Glasgow, Edinburgh and South Scotland and here is its own website.

Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    135: 12x6 3x5, 8x4, 5x twin en suite, 6x1 en suite
  • Open:

    All year
  • Price per night:

    Please enquire
  • Booking:

    Please contact Peter at Ardentinny Centre
  • Public Transport :

    489 bus takes you to Dunoon Town Centre.
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Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
dBedding provided
gFully heated
mMeals available (with notice)
nBreakfast available (with notice)
oMeals available locally
'Bike/equipment store (lockable)
iDrying room
jShowers
[WiFi

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News & Offers from Ardentinny Outdoor Centre

Affordable family holidays at Ardentinny Outdoor Centre

June 18th 2025

The Ardentinny Outdoor Centre will be offering family stays from 26th July until 25th August, these will include the option to book daily activities such as gorge walking, kayaking, paddle boarding, climbing and much more.

Nestled in an area of stunning natural beauty just 20 mins drive from Dunoon and 2 hours from Glasgow, Ardentinny offers an amazing setting for a family holiday. These holidays have the option of a family rooms to keep costs down. Meal options are available. We are walking distance to the beach, have nearby nature trails and local bus service takes you to Dunoon. Plus activities with instructors can be booked, some activities are weather dependent but an alternative will be offered if we cannot go out on the water.

Aerial view of centre on the edge of Loch Long with mountains behind
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Superb large group hostel & activity centre on the shores of Loch Long

August 6th 2024

Sleeping group of up to 135, Ardentinny Outdoor Centre offers the perfect Highland base for any large group. Popular with schools, faith groups, clubs, field study groups and gatherings of friends and family etc., the centre offers catered or self-catering packages. Outdoor pursuits can be organised for your group, or you can arrange them yourself. Set in a stunning & remote location on the shores of Loch Long, the centre is only 1.5 hours drive from Glasgow. It could be just what you are looking for.

Leafy drive down to Ardentinny Outdoor Centre
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Aerial view of centre on the edge of Loch Long with mountains behind

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