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4-star hotels in Inverness
A shortlist of 15 four-star hotels in Inverness, from cosy cottages to country houses on Loch Ness. It is for travellers who want a 4-star base in the Highland capital, whether for a short break, a family trip or a business stay.
Staying in Inverness
Inverness is the Highland capital, a compact city on the River Ness with a long history and easy access to the surrounding lochs and glens. Visitors come for the riverside walks, the castle and the nearby battlefield sites, and use the city as a base for exploring the north of Scotland. The hotels on this list sit in and around the city: several are within a short distance of the centre, while others are set in the countryside towards Loch Ness or Culloden.
The addresses show the spread: some hotels are in the city itself, such as Glebe Street, Ness Walk, Academy Street and Culcabock Road, while others are in Bunchrew, Culloden, Loch Ness and Faebuie. That makes the list suitable for different needs: couples wanting a riverside or country house stay, families needing family rooms and parking, and business travellers who prefer a central location with a business centre. The guest ratings range from 4.3 to 5.0 out of 5, so there is a well-reviewed option for most travellers.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Gorsebank View
5 Gorsebank, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSet 3.2 km from the centre on Gorsebank, this 4-star guest property pairs a sea setting with a garden and terrace. A kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus a washing machine, suits families and longer self-catering stays; the patio and free car parking add outdoor space and easy arrival by car. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 267 reviews, it welcomes pets and keeps guests connected with free wifi.
See Gorsebank ViewBunchrew House Hotel
Bunchrew, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereBunchrew House Hotel occupies a lakeside setting 4.3 km from the centre, with a garden and picnic area for guests who want grounds to wander. Its restaurant and bar cover meals without leaving the property, and fishing is available on site for anyone keen to try the water. The 4.7 out of 5 rating from 581 reviews reflects steady guest approval; families are accommodated with family rooms, while pets are allowed.
See Bunchrew House HotelCulloden House Hotel
Culloden Rd Balloch Culloden Inverness N A, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCulloden House Hotel, 5.9 km from the centre on Culloden Rd, brings a spa and a library to a 4-star stay, alongside a garden and picnic area. Business travellers have meeting rooms and a business centre, while concierge and 24 hour front desk handle arrangements. Bicycle hire makes it simple to explore without a car, though free parking is also provided. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 388 reviews.
See Culloden House HotelThe Lovat Loch Ness
Loch Ness, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe Lovat Loch Ness sits by Loch Ness and pairs a restaurant with a bar for guests who prefer dining in, plus a garden and terrace for fair-weather afternoons. Family rooms, lifts and wheelchair accessible facilities make it workable for mixed-age groups and guests with mobility needs. Special diets are catered for. It is a 4-star hotel holding 4.6 out of 5 from 574 reviews, with free parking and free wifi.
See The Lovat Loch NessLoch Ness Country House Hotel
Loch Ness Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereLoch Ness Country House Hotel, 3.5 km from the centre on Loch Ness Road, centres on a restaurant and bar with room service for meals taken privately. A lounge, terrace and garden give several places to settle, and picnic area space suits relaxed afternoons. Business guests are covered by a business centre and express check in. This 4-star hotel scores 4.6 out of 5 from 505 reviews and provides free car parking.
See Loch Ness Country House HotelKingsmills Hotel
Culcabock Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereOnly 1.3 km from the centre on Culcabock Road, Kingsmills Hotel is the largest property here, with 2595 reviews and a 4.5 out of 5 rating. An indoor pool, jacuzzi and fitness centre give guests plenty to do on site, supplemented by massage. A lounge, bar and restaurant cover eating and drinking, and a balcony option adds private outdoor space. Families are catered for with family rooms, and free car parking is available.
See Kingsmills HotelFaebuie Cottages
Faebuie, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereFaebuie Cottages, in Faebuie, offers a garden and free car parking in a 4-star cottage format. Wheelchair accessible facilities are available, and the combination of free wifi, toiletries and towels covers the essentials for a straightforward stay. With 49 reviews and a 4.9 out of 5 rating, it appeals to guests wanting a smaller, quieter property with laundry service on hand for longer visits.
See Faebuie CottagesLochardil House Hotel
Stratherrick Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereOn Stratherrick Road, 1.9 km from the centre, Lochardil House Hotel combines a restaurant and bar with room service, and breakfast can be taken in the room. A garden provides outdoor space, while express check in speeds arrival. Family rooms and special diets are offered, and pets are allowed. The 4-star hotel holds 4.5 out of 5 from 395 reviews, with free wifi and free car parking.
See Lochardil House HotelOld North Inn Hotel
Old North Inn Inverness, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereOld North Inn Hotel sits 9.6 km from the centre, a 4-star base with a restaurant and bar plus a pool bar for informal drinks. A garden gives outdoor space, and family rooms suit those travelling with children. Pets are welcome, and free car parking makes the out-of-town position practical for drivers. Guest feedback stands at 4.4 out of 5 from 496 reviews, with free wifi throughout.
See Old North Inn HotelCrescent Corner Inverness
34 Inshes Crescent, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCrescent Corner Inverness, on Inshes Crescent 1.9 km from the centre, is a 4-star self-catering option with a full kitchen including oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. A fireplace, jacuzzi and patio add comfort, and the garden and terrace extend the living space outdoors. Family rooms make it viable for groups. It is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 461 reviews, with free wifi and free car parking.
See Crescent Corner InvernessAC Hotel Inverness
Glebe Street, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Travelling with pets
- Fitness Center
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAC Hotel Inverness stands on Glebe Street, just 0.8 km from the centre, with river frontage. Air conditioning throughout and a fitness centre with gymnasium suit guests who keep to routines while travelling, and a restaurant, bar and snack bar cover meals. Express check in helps on arrival. The 4-star hotel scores 4.4 out of 5 from 452 reviews; pets are allowed and free wifi is provided.
See AC Hotel InvernessInverness Palace Hotel & Spa WorldHotels Distinctive
8 Ness Walk, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereOn Ness Walk, 0.2 km from the centre and beside the river, Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa WorldHotels Distinctive pairs an indoor pool and jacuzzi with a fitness centre and massage. A restaurant, bar, lounge and room service cover dining, and a beauty salon is on site. With 1443 reviews and a 4.3 out of 5 rating, this 4-star hotel suits guests wanting central access; family rooms and pet-friendly policies are offered.
See Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa WorldHotels DistinctiveWest of the Ness
5 Balifeary Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereWest of the Ness, on Balifeary Road 0.3 km from the centre, is a 4-star property whose kitchen includes oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine, making it well suited to self-catering groups. A fireplace and jacuzzi add comfort indoors, while the garden and terrace give outside space. Bowling, mini golf and a tennis court are among the nearby activities. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews, with free parking and free wifi.
See West of the NessMacdonald Drumossie Hotel
Old Perth Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereMacdonald Drumossie Hotel, 4.5 km from the centre on Old Perth Road, offers a restaurant and bar with room service and breakfast in the room. A garden, terrace and picnic area provide outdoor options, and lifts help with access across floors. Family rooms, special diets and pet-friendly policies widen who it suits. The 4-star hotel is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 628 reviews and has free car parking.
See Macdonald Drumossie HotelBlackfriars
93 95 Academy Street, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Travelling with pets
- Bar/Lounge
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBlackfriars, at 93 95 Academy Street 0.7 km from the centre, is a 4-star hotel with a bar and lounge plus a restaurant for meals on site. Bike rental service makes it easy to get around Inverness without a car, and fishing and a golf course are among the leisure options. Family rooms are available and pets are allowed. It holds 4.3 out of 5 from 600 reviews, with free wifi throughout.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorsebank View | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 267 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 3.2 km |
| Bunchrew House Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 581 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 4.3 km |
| Culloden House Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 388 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 5.9 km |
| The Lovat Loch Ness | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 574 | Yes | – | – | – | – |
| Loch Ness Country House Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 505 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 3.5 km |
| Kingsmills Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 2,595 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.3 km |
| Faebuie Cottages | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 49 | Yes | – | – | – | – |
| Lochardil House Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 395 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 1.9 km |
| Old North Inn Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 496 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 9.6 km |
| Crescent Corner Inverness | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 461 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.9 km |
| AC Hotel Inverness | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 452 | – | – | – | Yes | 0.8 km |
| Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa WorldHotels Distinctive | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 1,443 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| West of the Ness | ★★★★ | 5.0 | 20 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.3 km |
| Macdonald Drumossie Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 628 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 4.5 km |
| Blackfriars | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 600 | – | – | – | Yes | 0.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels list family rooms, which matters when travelling with children. Kingsmills Hotel adds an indoor pool, Lochardil House Hotel and Crescent Corner Inverness have gardens, and West of the Ness offers a kitchen and laundry facilities. All four have free car parking, useful for day trips around Inverness.
Kingsmills Hotel · Lochardil House Hotel · Crescent Corner Inverness · West of the Ness
For couples
Bunchrew House Hotel and Culloden House Hotel are country houses with restaurants and gardens, while The Lovat Loch Ness and Loch Ness Country House Hotel sit by Loch Ness. Bathrobes appear at several, and the quiet settings suit a romantic break. Ratings are 4.6 to 4.7 out of 5.
Bunchrew House Hotel · Culloden House Hotel · The Lovat Loch Ness · Loch Ness Country House Hotel
For business
AC Hotel Inverness, Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa and Loch Ness Country House Hotel all list a business centre. The first three are within 1.3 km of the centre, and AC Hotel Inverness and Kingsmills also have a fitness centre. Free Wifi is listed at all four.
AC Hotel Inverness · Kingsmills Hotel · Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa WorldHotels Distinctive · Loch Ness Country House Hotel
Closest to the centre
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa is 0.2 km from the centre, West of the Ness 0.3 km, Blackfriars 0.7 km and AC Hotel Inverness 0.8 km. These four keep you within walking distance of the city's shops and riverside, and all list free Wifi.
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa WorldHotels Distinctive · West of the Ness · Blackfriars · AC Hotel Inverness
Where to stay in Inverness
Loch Ness
The Loch Ness area is a short drive from Inverness and is known for the loch itself. The Lovat Loch Ness and Loch Ness Country House Hotel both have addresses on Loch Ness, and both list a restaurant and free car parking. They suit travellers who want a quieter base with easy access to the water.
Our picks here: The Lovat Loch Ness · Loch Ness Country House Hotel
Culloden
Culloden Road is home to Culloden House Hotel, a country house with a garden, restaurant and spa. It is 5.9 km from the centre, so a car is useful. The area is known for its battlefield, and the hotel offers free car parking and a 24-hour front desk.
Our picks here: Culloden House Hotel
Bunchrew
Bunchrew House Hotel sits in Bunchrew, 4.3 km from the centre. It is a country house with a garden, restaurant and bar, and it lists free car parking. The setting suits guests who prefer a rural base while still being within easy reach of Inverness.
Our picks here: Bunchrew House Hotel
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
Most hotels on this list list free car parking, including Gorsebank View, Bunchrew House Hotel, Culloden House Hotel, The Lovat Loch Ness, Loch Ness Country House Hotel, Kingsmills Hotel, Faebuie Cottages, Lochardil House Hotel, Old North Inn Hotel, Crescent Corner Inverness and Macdonald Drumossie Hotel.
Which hotels allow pets?
Pets are allowed at Gorsebank View, Bunchrew House Hotel, Lochardil House Hotel, Old North Inn Hotel, AC Hotel Inverness, Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, West of the Ness, Macdonald Drumossie Hotel and Blackfriars, according to their facility lists.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Kingsmills Hotel lists an indoor pool, jacuzzi and massage. Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa lists an indoor pool, jacuzzi and massage, and Culloden House Hotel lists a spa.
Which hotels are best for families?
Family rooms are listed at Bunchrew House Hotel, The Lovat Loch Ness, Loch Ness Country House Hotel, Kingsmills Hotel, Lochardil House Hotel, Old North Inn Hotel, Crescent Corner Inverness, AC Hotel Inverness, Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, West of the Ness, Macdonald Drumossie Hotel and Blackfriars.
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa is 0.2 km from the centre, followed by West of the Ness at 0.3 km, Blackfriars at 0.7 km and AC Hotel Inverness at 0.8 km.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
West of the Ness has a guest rating of 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews. Gorsebank View follows with 4.8 from 267 reviews, then Bunchrew House Hotel and Culloden House Hotel, both 4.7.
Which hotels have a restaurant?
A restaurant is listed at Bunchrew House Hotel, Culloden House Hotel, The Lovat Loch Ness, Loch Ness Country House Hotel, Lochardil House Hotel, Old North Inn Hotel, AC Hotel Inverness, Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, Macdonald Drumossie Hotel and Blackfriars.
Which hotels have a fitness centre?
A fitness centre is listed at Kingsmills Hotel, AC Hotel Inverness and Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa.