Find the answers to our most received frequently asked questions. If you can’t find the answer you are looking for please contact us.
When are you open?
Island Pods is open from the 28th March to the 31st of October 2026.
What time is Check In and Check Out?
Check in is after 1500hrs on the day of arrival and check out is by 1000hrs on the day of departure.
Do you accept dogs?
Yes, 4 of our Pods (Arran, Iona, Lunga and Tiree) are dog friendly. There is an additional charge of £10 per night to bring your dog.
Which Pod can you recommend for us to stay with our child(ren) and dog?
Our Arran Pod is perfect for your stay.
Can I stay for one night?
We have a strict minimum two night stay policy in all our Pods.
Can we bring an infant?
Yes of course, we welcome infants and young children in our Apartment Pods (Mull and Arran) and our Family Pods (Ulva and Staffa). We ask that you bring your own bassinet or travel cot and bedding for your new arrival.
What is a glamping pod?
A Glamping Pod is a like a self contained mini hotel room. With a fully fitted kitchen and ensuite shower room, it is compact, cosy and clevery-designed for a romantic break for two.
Can you park next to the pod?
Yes, there is one space at each pod. Any additional cars please park at our site office.
What do you provide in the kitchen?
Our kitchens are equipped with a dishwasher, fridge (with freezer compartment), toaster, kettle and oven (combination microwave and standard oven depending on Pod. We have bone china crockery, cutlery, glassware, microwavable dishes, grater, measuring jug, sieve, bowls, kitchen knives, chopping board, bottle/wine opener, peeler, pot, frying pans, baking trays and BBQ utensils inside each kitchen. We provide a set of oven gloves, dish towels, washing up liquid and sponge, dishwasher tablets, bin bags, tea, coffee and sugar and salt and pepper grinders on arrival.
What are the cooking facilities?
All our kitchens have a two ring induction hob and a combination microwave. Outside you will find a BBQ grill for each individual pod.
Do you have a laundry facilities?
There are no laundry at Island Pods. If required you can find public launderette facilities at the Tobermory Harbour Building.
Do you have a map of your Pod site?
Yes, you can find our site map here.
What is the smoking policy?
We have a strict NO smoking and NO vaping policy in all our holiday properties.
Do you provide bed linen and towels?
Yes, we provide Egyptian bed linen, a bath sheet per person, and hand towel and bath mat in the shower rooms. A bath robe is also provided.
Do you have personnel on site?
We have staff on site at Reception during office hours to ensure guests are looked after. If there are any urgencies out of hours, or you cannot find a member of staff, please contact us on +44 7483 352262.
Do you supply wood for the BBQ/fire pit?
Yes, we provide an honesty box of firelighters, kindling, charcoal and wood logs from our site entrance.
Do you have an Electrical Vehicle (EV) charging point?
Yes, we have 3 (7.4kW) charging points located next to our Reception building.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit and debit cards through our online secure payment gateway. Payments may also be made through BACS or cash by arrangement.
Can we book the whole site?
Yes, you can! Please contact us before booking to discuss your group’s requirements.
What is your cancellation policy?
Our terms and conditions can be viewed here.
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