The current building dates to the second half of the 20th century, but remnants of the previous structure — the "imposing" Glenelg Hotel (itself a rebuild),[1] which was largely destroyed in a 1947 fire — still stand.

[2][3][4] Early lessees of the property include George Chaffey (around 1870)[5] and Donald Macdonald Mackintosh (around 1893).

[6] It is believed that Dr. Samuel Johnson and James Boswell stayed here on their visit to the area in the 18th century.

[2] The inn was listed in the 2017 and 2018 editions of The Good Pub Guide.

[7] The rear of the property stands on an inlet of the strait of Kyle Rhea.