If you stay at Loch Melfort Hotel, you’ll be in a peaceful waterside country house on the loch, so ask for a loch-facing room when you book. The hotel has an on-site restaurant and bar, but dining options nearby are limited so reserve ahead in summer. A car is recommended because public transport is sparse and many nearby roads are single-track; on-site parking is usually available and mobile signal or Wi-Fi can be patchy, so download maps and confirmations before you arrive. It’s an excellent base for coastal walks, wildlife watching, kayaking or day trips to Oban and the islands, so bring warm, waterproof layers and sturdy shoes.