In the heart of Inverness, The Royal Highland Hotel offers a blend of modern comforts and rich history. Enjoy lunch or dinner at Ash Restaurant, grab a coffee from the on-site cafe, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. With car rentals available and helpful staff on hand to help plan your day.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Parking available
Bar
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping once per stay
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Meeting rooms
Limo/town car service
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Car rentals on site
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is CA $302
CA $302
CA $362 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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Classic Double or Twin Room
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
65 reviews
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Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Cozy Single Room
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
11 reviews
(11 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Cozy Double/Twin Room
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
10 reviews
(10 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Single Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
Triple (Without Cot)
Sleeps 3
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What's nearby
Victorian Market - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Eastgate Shopping Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Inverness Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Inverness Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Eden Court Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 12 min drive
Inverness Station - 5 min walk
Conon Bridge Station - 16 min drive
Inverness Airport Train Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Scotch & Rye - 2 min walk
Tooth & Claw - 1 min walk
Caffè Nero - 2 min walk
Cafe de Paulo - 2 min walk
Bad Girl Bakery - 1 min walk
About this property
The Royal Highland Hotel
The Royal Highland Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Inverness Castle. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Ash Restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and central location.
Languages
English, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
84 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Offsite parking within 0.01 mi (GBP 7 per day)
Other information
Smoke-free property
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Skiing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Limo or town car service
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Plasma television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features
Dining
Ash Restaurant - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Gallery Cafe - Onsite café.
ASH BAR - Onsite bar.
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.
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Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.00 to 12.00 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50.0 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available offsite and costs GBP 7 per day (0.01 mi away)
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
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
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Highland Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Highland Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Highland Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Highland Hotel?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Highland Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Royal Highland Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, mountain biking, and sailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Highland Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Ash Restaurant.
What's the area around The Royal Highland Hotel like?
The Royal Highland Hotel is in Inverness City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Inverness Station and 8 minutes' walk from Inverness Castle. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.
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The Royal Highland Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Location
Train station
Restaurant
Breakfast
Bed
Parking
Food
Bathroom
What guests liked
The in-house restaurant served excellent food and provided a great dining experience. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Great location, great value for quality
cem
cem, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 17, 2025
A ROYAL Location
We selected this property due to its location to the train station. Close to everything we wanted to see and do. The breakfast was wonderful. We had one dinner at the hotel and it was excellent. I would have rated the entire property excellent except the lift wasn’t working and we climbed a lot of stairs with luggage. Other than that - I’d stay again
Lori-Dawn
Lori-Dawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2025
Super cute place right by train station. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Comfy bed with large bathroom.
Kristin
Kristin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 18, 2025
Great location pity so noisy from street outside hotel
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
Excellent location for train travel & catching tour buses. Lots of shops & restaurants in easy walking distance. Staff was very helpful & pleasant.
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2025
It is a nice hotel but perhaps a bit dated. It is right next to the train station so very convient.
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 21, 2025
Good value for money and well located.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
This property was close to restaurants, bars with music, Leakeys Book Store and a market. We had a wonderful time. Parking lot is small. Beautiful old hotel!
Elden
Elden, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 6, 2025
The hotel is just outdated - carpets could use a deep clean, shower grout needed some upkeep and some of the wall paper is coming off due to age. The staff is friendly and this hotel is centrally located.
Dana
Dana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Great hotel! Only issue was the shower wasn’t ideal at all. Our room didn’t get hot water in the shower, and when we got hot water then it barely came out of the spout.
Vignesh
Vignesh, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 21, 2025
Old traditional hotel .One small elderly lift , slow ,and kept getting stuck ,so long waits. Breakfast buffet ok but not great. On the plus side the hotel is in an great position for getting around Inverness on foot .
Gill
Gill, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2025
Grand old hotel with magnificent staircase. We enjoyed the breakfast, afternoon tea and cocktails in lobby. It is right beside the train station and very convenient location to catch bus to airport
Brenda Lee
Brenda Lee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Great place to stay. Loved the location and room was comfortable.
Celeste
Celeste, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2024
Enjoyed our stay, everything very good. Great location for the shops.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
We always stay at the Royal Highland. It's a beautiful old hotel right in the middle of Inverness.
Derick
Derick, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2025
Historic hotel historic rooms
The hotel is a historic building and undoubtedly shows its age, at least in the room I had. I had a cosy room on the 3rd floor which was exactly that, cosy, but did the job. Hotel location is excellent right by the train station
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 29, 2025
Good, but has potential to be better
Stayed for just the one night.
Receptionist very welcoming and polite.
The reception area is very beautiful and tastefully decorated; with plenty of tartan and a sweeping central staircase.
There is also a left luggage facilities for guests which Infound useful in the morning as I wanted to do some exploring before making my way to the airport.
I did not have any food at the hotel choosing instead a local Wetherspoons.
The actual room was well equipped and the bed comfortable. However the fixtures and fittings and decor in the room looked 'tired' and could do with a refresh. Not a complaint just an observation
GRAHAM
GRAHAM, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
The hotel and staff were fantastic. Would stay there again value for money
Kirsteen
Kirsteen, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 10, 2024
The hotel has great atmosphere and the location is very convenient
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2025
Convenient for the station. Clean bathroom. Room needs updating. Window didn’t open.
Rosemary Margaret
Rosemary Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Vacation
Location was convenient for shopping and sightseeing
kristi
kristi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
It’s right next to the train station, so it can’t get much better than that. The room is cozy and comfortable.
Sarina
Sarina, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 10, 2024
Great shower, big room, comfy beds, extra pillows....next door to train station which is why we booked it.
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 9, 2025
Avoid. Worst service.
Due to a problem with the rooms they were unable to fulfil our booking - which we only then discovered on arrival. We were moved to a far inferior hotel with no offer of a refund of the difference. Awful service.