7 Ness Walk, Inverness, IV3 5NF, United Kingdom
#43 of 50 hotels in Inverness
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2065 hotel reviews
7.0Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.5
Location
9.3
Facilities
7.0
Staff
8.2
Value for money
7.2
Free WiFi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 June 2024
Marcia
United StatesThe steps between some levels could be challenging for some.
We stayed in the Columba on the last night of a nearly 3 week vacation. There is a large, comfortable room on the second (?) floor that we used to finish up cheese, sausage and such before departing, and it was a wonderful, relaxing spot. Our room was comfortable and clean. There are a lot of steps to the various levels in this hotel, and even using the elevator there are some rooms that will require a few steps and some zig zagging around. We are fully capable of that, but some might not be, esp if you are dragging around enormous bags, which we weren’t. Friendly desk personnel, and an altogether pleasant stay!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Anita
United KingdomIt was tired. Furnishing was scruffy, towel rail was hanging off the wall. It was a lot of money.
Great location, clean comfy bed
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Michael
United KingdomA bit expensive and could do with an update
Great location in Inverness. Really good checkin experience.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Ananya
United KingdomThe features and general upkeep of the hotel is quite dated.
The hotel is located in a very good spot on the riverfront. You get what you pay for with this hotel. Affordable accommodation at a convenient location in town.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Barnes
United StatesBathroom needs updated
The location and authenticity
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Tina
United StatesCarpeting old looked dirty, the lift was pretty banged up. I felt like a mouse going through a maze every time I came/went from my room. My room was located on the first floor but I still had to carry my bags up a flight of stairs. I had a view of a alleyway
The staff was very kind. Convenient location. Outside of the building is beautiful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Chris
United KingdomWe were Initially in room 301. Room hadn't been cleaned properly or hoovered and was still sweets on the floor from previous guests. Also the room door lock didn't work so we couldn't lock our room door. Also screws on bathroom threshold were raised and caught my foot. We got moved to 302. Room was spotless, shower curtain was 12"" to short and when you went for a shower the bathroom floor got soaked.
Location was excellent and front desk staff were amazing.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Alan
United KingdomThe outside of the building looks very bad impression when you first see it. Need to get this cleaned up
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Elspeth
United KingdomNeeds updated but balanced with the price paid was good value.
Central location. Comfortable beds.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Judy
United StatesThe building is fairly old and there are stains on the wall and furniture. We had a blanket with stains on it and we moved it off the bed and placed it on the table hoping the staff would remove or replace it the next day, but they never did.
Good location and had a very pretty river view
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Jeanne
United StatesStaff wasn't rude but did not make an effort to be friendly.
Location was great. Food at mcnabs was very good.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Gonzalez
United StatesBeing woken up at 2:00 am by the fire alarm and then having to stay outside in the cold for 2 hours until the fire department said it was ok to return to our room.
location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Lesley
CanadaIt was very tired looking and in need of re-furbishment. The first floor lounge area looked like it hadn’t been cleaned for a long, long time…there were dirty glasses on the tables and a lots of rubbish in an open cupboard. Unfortunately, the common areas were probably wonderful in their day but now past their prime.
Close to town centre with a lovely view of river and castle
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Stephen
United KingdomGreat location and breakfast. Room comfortable
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Chris
CanadaThe light above the sink didn’t work The bathtub handle to choose shower or bath was missing The noise of glass breaking ( recycling? ) in the afternoon very loud staff of this hotel or next talking loudly with many F bombs for 20 minutes below my window which faced an alleyway The cost was ridiculous for what they provided $395.00 breakfast not included
I had a bath which I appreciated
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Iain
United KingdomI checked today and price is much higher now £545 for 2 days is too much. I won't visit until prices come down again. These price hikes also happen in other hotels in Inverness.
Location is good. Breakfast was very good. Staff were helpfull and seemed to be happy in their work.price was reasonable at this time.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Bianca
CanadaLocation is great, just a short walk to shops and restaurants. The hotel has an old-world feeling and the rooms are very nicely decorated. Needs a little TLC here and there, but it doesn't take away from the charm.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Jeffrey
United StatesNo parking on site, facilities are dated
Great location on the river and close to the city center.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Susan
United KingdomBreakfast was OK had better breakfasts the fried eggs needed another minute or 2 to cook bit jelly egg whites The hot selection was OK not very hot. Have had better breakfasts there.
The location a walk across the bridge and you in the centre of Inverness.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Carol
United KingdomI asked for room on first floor, but there were 5 steps down to my room which was completely unacceptable with a heavy case., also it was a very long way from reception.
Location of hotel, comfortable bed
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Christopher
United StatesProperty is in need of some refreshment and repairs. Overall, it was a little more run-down than I expected.
Very nice room size and the bathroom was amazing.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Helen
United KingdomVery dated
Good location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Jon
United KingdomA bit tatty around the edges, view from back rooms. Ask for a front of hotel river view.
Nice hotel in a great location, it's just in need of some TLC as starting to look a bit tatty with frayed carpets, dated decor etc. Staff helpful and friendly enough. Decent breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Rosemary
United KingdomBreakfast fine thanks Location very good
Stayed in May 2024
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