Loch Lomond resort set for expansion after being bought over by English firm

A hotel and marina on the banks of Loch Lomond has been taken over by an English company after its previous owners retired.

Ardlui Hotel, Marina and Holiday Park, situated on the northern shore, has been bought by Harrison Holidays and is set to be expanded after the company secured a seven-figure funding package from HSBC UK.

The estate is made up of 11 acres of land, a 12-bedroom hotel, a marina and a caravan park.

Harrison Hotels will undertake a refurbishment of the hotel and surrounding grounds, with plans to redesign the food and drink areas to better serve visitors heading to the Highlands and walking the West Highland Way.

The family-run company will also create additional lodge and pod accommodation for holiday rentals and refurbish two existing houses to operate as luxury holiday lets, whilst also looking at opportunities to expand the marina to accommodate more boats.

The expansion is expected to create ten new jobs over the next year.

William Harrison, director at Harrison Holidays, said: “Ardlui Hotel, Marina and Holiday Park already has a well-established reputation, providing customers with high-quality hospitality situated within Loch Lomond’s iconic, picturesque countryside. With HSBC’s support we can now add to this rich legacy.

“As a family-run business, we are always strategic with growth and expansion plans. This investment into such a unique holiday park marks an exciting step forward, creating new opportunities for our business and delivering benefits to both holidaymakers and community members alike.”

David Edwards, Global Relationship Director at HSBC UK, added: “This acquisition is a fantastic example of a business identifying a significant investment opportunity that strengthens its own portfolio but also contributes to local tourism and economic growth in the region.

“As one of the UK’s largest family-owned holiday and leisure park businesses, Harrison Holidays has a long history of offering family-friendly holiday experiences. We are proud that, with our support, the business can provide even more holidaymakers with a greater range of destinations.”