Another Place acquires first hotel in Scotland

22 November 2023

Another Place has announced the acquisition of The Machrie in Scotland to become the second hotel in the portfolio in 2024.

As a result of the deal, the group has decided to no longer pursue growth in Hampshire and will be selling its property at Amport House after three years of planning delays.

The acquisition of The Machrie follows a successful month-long pop-up in August 2023 with Ian Ferguson, previously general manager at Dundonald Links and hospitality director at the exclusive Loch Lomond golf course, appointed as the hotel’s new general manager.

The hotel is located on the Isle of Islay, and consists of 47 bedrooms and lodges, along with a world-renowned championship links golf course built along the beach at Laggan Bay.

It was previously owned by husband and wife, Gavyn Davies and Baroness Sue Nye.

Judi Blakeburn, Another Place CCO says: “At our first hotel, Another Place, The Lake, on the shore of Ullswater in Cumbria, this includes everything from full moon and waterfall swims to sunset kayaks, dawn red deer hikes, lakeside yoga and firepit cocktails. With a permanent home on Islay, we look forward to showing guests links golf, fatbiking along empty beaches, and walking 200ft sea cliffs while looking out for golden eagles, dolphins and minke whales.”

Another Place founder and executive director, Will Ashworth adds: “The Machrie is the perfect fit for Another Place, providing a stunning island setting for active yet relaxing breaks, from wildlife boat trips to whisky tasting, sea loch oyster shacks to surf spots. The island really struck a chord the moment we stepped ashore for the first time. We’re excited to share that feeling with our growing Another Place community, while also bringing lifestyle hospitality to the golf market and expanding The Machrie’s offer to include a range of other outdoor experiences.”