Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Rothesay Bay
In or near Port Bannatyne.
Rothesay Bay — bay on the isle of Bute, Scotland.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Rothesay Bay is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "bay on the isle of Bute, Scotland". Coordinates: 55.8481°, -5.0519°.
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Place summary
Rothesay Bay is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode PA20. It is known for its rugged landscape and natural beauty, characteristic of the region's dramatic scenery. The area offers opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8481, -5.0519
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA20 0NJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Sources
- wikidata: Q2168714 (CC0)
- commons: Rothesay and Rothesay Bay - geograph.org.uk - 907838.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby

Ardbeg
Islands · 0.8 km

Glenburn Hotel
Hotels · 0.9 km

Rothesay Pavilion
Theatres · 1.0 km

Bute Backpackers Hotel
Hostels · 1.0 km

Rothesay Pier Gentlemen's Public Toilets, Bute
Piers · 1.1 km

Rothesay Victorian Toilets
Natural landmarks · 1.1 km

Rothesay harbour
Harbours & ports · 1.1 km

Alexander Bannatyne Stewart Statue
Memorials & monuments · 1.1 km

Winter Garden Cinema
Cinemas · 1.1 km

Winter Gardens, Rothesay
Theatres · 1.1 km

War Memorial, Esplanade Gardens, Victoria Street
Memorials & monuments · 1.1 km

West Free Church, Argyle Street, Rothesay, Bute
Historic churches · 1.1 km
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Theatres · Central Scotland
Rothesay Pavilion
Rothesay Pavilion — category A listed building-listed theatre in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Hostels · Central Scotland
Bute Backpackers Hotel
Bute Backpackers Hotel — a hostel in scotland highlands.
Piers · Central Scotland
Rothesay Pier Gentlemen's Public Toilets, Bute
Rothesay Pier Gentlemen's Public Toilets, Bute in Inner Hebrides + Skye, United Kingdom.
Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Rothesay Victorian Toilets
Rothesay Victorian Toilets — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Rothesay Bay
Places to stay
Hotels · Central Scotland
Glenburn Hotel
Glenburn Hotel in Inner Hebrides + Skye, United Kingdom.
Hostels · Central Scotland
Bute Backpackers Hotel
Bute Backpackers Hotel — a hostel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Wemyss Bay Holiday Park
Wemyss Bay Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands. Brand: Parkdean Resorts.
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Wemyss Bay Holiday Park
Wemyss Bay Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Millport Holiday Park
Millport Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Westbourne House Caravan Park
Westbourne House Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The James Watt
The James Watt in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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Corrie Hotel
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rothesay Bay?
- Rothesay Bay is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA20 0NJ).
- What is Rothesay Bay?
- Rothesay Bay — bay on the isle of Bute, Scotland.
- How do I get to Rothesay Bay?
- Drivers can use postcode PA20 0NJ.
- Is Rothesay Bay free to visit?
- Yes, Rothesay Bay is free to enter.
- How do I get to Rothesay Bay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA20 0NJ. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.