The Royal Highland Hotel

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Dates

February 2025

March 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Room service
Bar
Breakfast available
Laundry
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Station Square, Academy Street, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 1LG

Eastgate Shopping Centre
‪1 min walk‬
Victorian Market
‪1 min walk‬
Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre
‪4 min walk‬
Inverness (INV)
‪12 min drive‬

Room options

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Cozy Single Room

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Cozy Double/Twin Room

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Triple (Without Cot)

Sleeps 3

Double Room

Sleeps 2

Double Single Use

Sleeps 1

Twin Room Single Use

Sleeps 1

Twin Room 1/2 Pax

Sleeps 2

Similar properties

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

6 Mar - 7 Mar

About this property

Eco-certified Inverness hotel in Inverness City Centre with a 24-hour front desk

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

The Royal Highland Hotel offers 84 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Plasma televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Inverness hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The shopping around The Royal Highland Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Inverness Castle. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.

Free WiFi
Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
Steps from Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market
Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include meeting rooms and limo/town car service.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the eco-certified The Royal Highland Hotel.

This 3-star Inverness hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Ash Restaurant - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Gallery Cafe - Onsite café.

ASH BAR - Onsite bar.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

Limited on-site parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Off-site parking within 0.01 mi (GBP 7 per day)
Limo/town car service

Food and drink

Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends: GBP 9.00-12.00 per person
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
1 bar
Room service available
Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

Ash Restaurant
Gallery Cafe
ASH BAR

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

Banquet hall
Lift
Free newspapers in reception
Front-desk safe
Vending machine

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry-cleaning service
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Wedding services

Business services

Meeting rooms

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices available
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating
Portable fan

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Towels

Entertainment

TV channels
Plasma TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 10

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 9.00 to 12.00 per person
Offsite parking fee: GBP 7 per day (0.01 mi away)
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal Highland

Royal Highland

Royal Highland Hotel

Royal Highland Hotel Inverness

Royal Highland Inverness

The Royal Highland Hotel Hotel

The Royal Highland Hotel Inverness

The Royal Highland Hotel Hotel Inverness

The Royal Highland Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Mariena

Travelled with group

21 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Charming hotel! Easy to get around town from the hotel and the staff were wonderful!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

John

20 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

All good, especially the location next to the train station and a short walk to the bus station needed early next morning. But my nights stay was interrupted at 2am by a water leak from the room above which continued all early morning making it very difficult to sleep. Reported it first thing to a property manager who seemed concern but there was no move to compensate for the situation ( a free breakfast as I was up already or something similar). Good have been a very good stay except for a that problem which did put a different complexion on the hotel. Reception check in and out was ok but not particularly welcoming.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

15 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Travelled with family

12 Nov 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disappointed

This hotel needs a serious make over. The room we had did not feel clean, bed was clean and comfortable but thats about it. The windows were so dirty you could only just see the alleyway below. The decor is old and outdated and peeling, an old radiator is still on the wall. It was only one night so we accepted it but was disappointed! I'm told there are better rooms on the 2nd floor, maybe they are making their way to the 3rd floor? As far as we could see the only thing going for this hotel is the railway station so close and being in the middle of town!!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caurie

Travelled with family

11 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Property was great. Our room was clean, comfy beds. Although it’s practically on top of the train station, noise was not a problem. Staff were very helpful and friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

11 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Hilary

10 Nov 2024

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

9 Nov 2024

Disliked: Staff & service

Not the room I booked

I booked 2 single night stays this month. In both cases I booked a ‘standard double’ room and on both occasions they tried to give me a ‘cozy’ double. It was changed when I pointed out the issue but on the second occasion the room was still tiny. Making the same error twice appears deliberate.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

8 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed our stay, everything very good. Great location for the shops.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lea-Anne

Travelled with group

5 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

wall mounted toilets that are positioned too high - not good

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Heath

4 Nov 2024

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ainsley

Travelled with partner

3 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I found the staff very helpful. Always there to advise. Food and drink very nice. Cant wait to return. Enjoyed our trip D & E Coaches to cruise on Loch Ness

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jenifer

Travelled with family

2 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

31 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super amazing hotel. Right in the middle of city center. Next to public transportation and the rail line is right there. Staff is friendly and welcoming. It has a grand stair case that is well noticeable as you walk in. Highly recommend this hotel.

Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

28 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

27 Oct 2024

Great

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

22 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic venue. Convenient location: a very short walk from the train station and right in the city centre. Food and service in restaurant was excellent. This was our second stay here and will likely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Dean

20 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice older hotel

Very nice older hotel close to amenities Room is getting a little tired. The staff were excellent.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner

19 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Traditional hotel with traditional values.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

16 Oct 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

15 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

No comment

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with family

14 Oct 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

The parking nearby was not bad but you have to pay for it. And the taxi drivers are very rude when you are dropping off your luggage or packing up to go in the small front lot. However, the lobby is beautiful and this is so close to everything in Inverness. So the location can't be beat, and the front entrance is stunning. Parking isn't bad, just costs money. The attached restaurant is pretty good, and the option for breakfast was nice. The room okay -- somewhat small but not a bad place to rest. The TV did not offer much in terms of programming.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kathy

Travelled with group

14 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location, basically at the train station. The restaurant was really good and reasonably priced. Also, very quiet rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsteen

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The hotel and staff were fantastic. Would stay there again value for money

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location in Inverness

This is an older property with lots of charm. The room was large, comfortable and clean. I thought that it was going to be noisy because of the proximity to the train station but we never heard a train our entire stay. The on site restaurant was very good. We ate there several times during our stay. The lobby was gorgeous as pictured on the site.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024