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Reviews of Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality 3 stars

7 Ness Walk, Inverness, IV3 5NF, United Kingdom

#43 of 50 hotels in Inverness

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 2065 hotel reviews

7.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    8.0
    Great location, clean and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The 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

    7.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    8.0
    Historic hotel in great location in Inverness
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit expensive and could do with an update

    Great location in Inverness. Really good checkin experience.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    7.0
    Good accommodations and great access to city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom needs updated

    The location and authenticity

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    6.0
    Ok stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Carpeting 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

    6.0
    Weekend in inverness
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We 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

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    7.0
    Centrally situated accommodation within easy access of the town centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs updated but balanced with the price paid was good value.

    Central location. Comfortable beds.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff 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

    7.0
    Fine until the fire alarm event.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Being 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

    6.0
    Nice old hotel, comfy bed and clean bedroom, but in need of an update.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    8.0
    Good location next to the river and very close to town
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great location and breakfast. Room comfortable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    6.0
    I would not stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No 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

    8.0
    Will return as location is good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast 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

    7.0
    Hotel good location, but hotel very tired & carpets needed replacing, & whole hotel needed decoratio
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I 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

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property 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

    6.0
    Fine for 1 night
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very dated

    Good location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    7.0
    Nice and adequate
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast fine thanks Location very good

    Stayed in May 2024

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