The Royal Highland Hotel

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.3

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About this property

Next to Inverness Rail Station, this hotel has a grand staircase that was inspired by the stairway in the Titanic. It is a friendly, welcoming hotel with 2 restaurants and free parking. The Royal Highland has an excellent location for enjoying the activities and attractions in Inverness and the Highlands beyond. The airport is just 15 minutes’ drive away. The Gallery Café serves traditional meals, while Ash Restaurant serves an à la carte menu. Food is sourced locally, and includes fish from nearby lochs and rivers. Each room at The Royal Highland has rich décor with traditional furniture and high ceilings. Every room also has satellite TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Room photos of this historical property are indicative of what you may expect. All rooms vary in size and layout.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the real heart of Inverness, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Availability

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Classic Double or Twin Room
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Continental breakfast included
US$404 for 3 nights
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Classic Double or Twin Room
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Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Pants press
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Iron
  • Radio
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Fold-up bed
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hand sanitiser
Max persons: 2
US$135 per night
Original price
US$475.55
Late Escape Deal
- US$71.34
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$404.22
US$135 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Guests who stayed here loved

Miriam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room size was exceptional and the hot rubbing water was divine!”
Viv
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was excellent, would definitely recommend 💯”
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very comfortable, great location, plenty of hot water! Lovely old building.”
Colin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Spacious and comfortable room. Nice breakfast. Helpful staff.”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Close to the station. Very comfortable beds, lovely room and great shower.”
Stewart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good location, friendly staff, clean cosy room, no noise”
Allan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast staff were not very friendly or helpful. Blank tables and comment from staff on arrival "Continental" and just left you standing there.”
Elaine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location, the quirkiness of the hotel. Without exception the staff/team were all friendly and helpful. It's an old building with character. No frills breakfast but more than adequate. Surprised that the noise of the city didnt disturb...”
Jeri
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Large room, nice bathtub, we loved all the artwork on the walls and period features throughout the building. The continental breakfast has a nice selection. Great value.”
Edward
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful, excellent location right next to the rail station and very central. Staff were superb, food & drink slightly expensive. Would certainly stay there again.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Ash
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot always available
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
£60 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note: the hotel only has 8 parking spaces and are available on a first come first serve basis. Alternative parking is recommended in the 24-hour multi-storey car park (approximately 250 yards from the hotel).

Please note that until further notice, breakfast will be Continental. A cooked breakfast may be available depending on government guidelines.

Limited free car parking at Hotel however we have special rate with nearby car park for our guests

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.