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4-star hotels in Kingussie
A shortlist of the 4-star hotels and lodges in Kingussie, gathered for travellers who want a high-standard base in the Cairngorms. Ratings, facilities and addresses are drawn from the listed properties only.
Staying in Kingussie
Kingussie is a small Highland town in the Cairngorms, and the 4-star stays on this shortlist sit within it or just outside: Ruthven Road, Viewmount East Terrace, Tweed Mill Brae on Ardbroilach Road, High Street, Newtonmore Road, Invertromie, Glendoe Road toward Fort Augustus, Feshiebridge and Inveruglas. Addresses are spread between the town centre and its rural edges, so the choice is largely between walking access to Kingussie's streets and a quieter setting with grounds.
Couples and short-break visitors are well served by the smaller guest-house style properties, while families and groups will find the lodges and apartments with kitchens, family rooms and cots more practical. Guests travelling for outdoor days have fishing, golf, skiing, horse riding and canoeing among the listed facilities. Ratings are strong across the board, from 4.3 to 4.9 out of 5, so the deciding factors are location, self-catering versus serviced, and whether pets are welcome.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Silverfjord
Ruthven Road ; Ruthven Road ;, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWith a 4.9 guest rating from 123 reviews, The Silverfjord is one of the most consistently praised 4-star stays in Kingussie. Guests have a bar and a cafe on site, plus a garden to unwind in after a day out. Free wifi and free car parking make the logistics simple, and a babysitting service is available for families who want an evening to themselves. It suits couples and small groups who want a comfortable base in the heart of town.
See The SilverfjordAuld Alliance
Viewmount East Terrace Kingussie Ph21 1Js Uk, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAuld Alliance pairs a 4.9 guest rating, from 60 reviews, with a quieter, more private feel on Viewmount East Terrace. The garden and terrace give guests outdoor space to enjoy, and free car parking removes any worry about leaving a vehicle. Luggage storage is handy if you arrive early or leave late, and free wifi keeps you connected. It is a good fit for couples and independent travellers who prefer a small guesthouse atmosphere.
See Auld AllianceThe Cross At Kingussie
Tweed Mill Brae Ardbroilach Road, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Why stay hereThe Cross At Kingussie combines a 4.8 guest rating from 70 reviews with the convenience of an on-site restaurant and bar, so dinner is settled without going back out. Rooms come with a TV and hairdryer, and luggage room storage helps with awkward arrival or departure times. Coffee making facilities are provided in the rooms. It appeals to guests who want a classic 4-star inn experience with dining under the same roof.
See The Cross At KingussieThe Star Hotel
High Street 32, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe Star Hotel is the largest of these 4-star options, with 163 reviews and a 4.3 guest rating, and it sits on the High Street. A 24 hour front desk and express check in make arrivals straightforward, while the restaurant and bar cover meals and drinks. Family rooms, free wifi and free car parking add practical value. Guests keen on outdoor activity will note the golf course, fishing, skiing and horse riding listed among its facilities.
See The Star HotelArden House
Newtonmore Road, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereArden House is a non-smoking 4-star hotel on Newtonmore Road with a garden and free car parking. Breakfast is provided, and free internet access is available in the lounge, with wifi in the rooms. Each room has a TV, hairdryer and private bathroom with shower. Note that pets are not allowed here. It suits guests who want a calm, adult-oriented stay with breakfast taken care of.
See Arden HouseLangside
Kingussie Ph21 Uk United Kingdom United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Internet access
Why stay hereLangside is a straightforward 4-star option in Kingussie with internet access and parking among its facilities. Its listing is concise, so it is best treated as a practical base rather than a full-service hotel. Guests who mainly need somewhere to park the car and stay connected will find the essentials covered. It suits self-sufficient travellers who plan to spend their days exploring rather than on site.
See LangsideOsprey Lodge
Invertromie, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereOsprey Lodge at Invertromie is a 4-star self-catering style stay with a full kitchen, including oven, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator, plus a washing machine and toaster. A garden and patio extend the living space outdoors, and there is a jacuzzi for relaxing. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and pets are allowed. It is well suited to families, longer stays and guests travelling with a dog.
See Osprey LodgeStravaigers Lodge
Glendoe Road Fort Augustus Kilfinnan, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereStravaigers Lodge on Glendoe Road offers 4-star self-catering accommodation with kitchen, dishwasher, microwave and fridge, plus a fireplace and patio. There is a spa on site, a restaurant, and a garden, along with lifts for easier access. Barbecue facilities and free wifi are available. It suits groups and families who want space, cooking facilities and a bit of pampering between days out.
See Stravaigers LodgeMountain Hare Apartment
Feshiebridge Lodges Feshie Bridge, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereMountain Hare Apartment at Feshiebridge Lodges is a 4-star apartment with kitchen, microwave, oven, dishwasher and refrigerator, plus a washing machine-free layout that keeps things simple for shorter breaks. A fireplace and terrace add comfort, and the garden opens to the outdoors. Fishing and a golf course are among the facilities, and pets are allowed. Free car parking and non-smoking rooms round it off. Good for couples and small families.
See Mountain Hare ApartmentOsprey Apartment
Feshiebridge Lodges Feshie Bridge, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereOsprey Apartment, also at Feshiebridge Lodges, is a 4-star self-catering option with kitchen, microwave, oven and refrigerator, plus a terrace and garden. Fishing and a golf course feature among its facilities, making it a sensible choice for guests whose days revolve around outdoor activity. Pets are allowed and non-smoking rooms are available, with free car parking on site. It suits couples and small groups who want a quiet, practical base.
See Osprey ApartmentMountain View Lodge
Inveruglas, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereMountain View Lodge at Inveruglas is a spacious 4-star lodge with kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, oven and washing machine, plus a fireplace and jacuzzi. A sauna and terrace add to the relaxation, and family rooms are available. Fishing, skiing, canoeing and horse riding are all listed among its facilities, with free wifi and free car parking. Pets are allowed. It is ideal for active families and larger groups.
See Mountain View LodgeLangside
Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLangside offers 4-star self-catering accommodation in Kingussie with a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a bathroom with shower. A garden and garage are available, and free wifi and free car parking are provided. Pets are allowed and the rooms are non-smoking. It is a practical choice for guests who want their own cooking and laundry facilities and easy parking, whether for a short break or a longer stay.
See Langside50thehighstreet by the House of Danu
50 High Street, Kingussie, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay here50thehighstreet by the House of Danu sits on the High Street and offers 4-star accommodation with full kitchen facilities, including oven, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator, plus a washing machine. There is a fireplace and terrace, and family rooms are available. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and pets are allowed. Fishing, skiing, golf and horse riding are among the listed facilities. Suits families and groups wanting space and a central location.
See 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Silverfjord | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Auld Alliance | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| The Cross At Kingussie | ★★★★ | – | – | – |
| The Star Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Arden House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Langside | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Osprey Lodge | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Stravaigers Lodge | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Mountain Hare Apartment | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Osprey Apartment | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Mountain View Lodge | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Langside | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Top-rated stays
The Silverfjord on Ruthven Road and Auld Alliance on Viewmount East Terrace both hold 4.9 out of 5, the highest ratings on this shortlist, from 123 and 60 reviews respectively. Both are 4-star with free Wifi and free car parking. Choose between them if guest scores matter most to you, and compare the rest of the facilities against your plans.
Families and groups
The Star Hotel on High Street lists family rooms and a 24 hour front desk. Mountain View Lodge at Inveruglas, 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu and Osprey Lodge at Invertromie each provide kitchens, cots and high chairs, with family rooms or sofa beds, which suits longer stays and self-catering. Note that Mountain View Lodge and Osprey Lodge also allow pets.
The Star Hotel · Mountain View Lodge · 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu · Osprey Lodge
Pets welcome
By contrast, Arden House on Newtonmore Road is a non-smoking hotel where pets are not allowed.
Osprey Lodge · Mountain Hare Apartment · Osprey Apartment · Mountain View Lodge · Langside · 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu
Dining and drinks on site
The Silverfjord has bars and a cafe; The Cross At Kingussie on Tweed Mill Brae and The Star Hotel on High Street both list restaurants and bars; Stravaigers Lodge on Glendoe Road also has a restaurant. All four are 4-star, so if you would rather not drive out for dinner, start with these. The Cross At Kingussie holds 4.8 out of 5 from 70 reviews.
The Silverfjord · The Cross At Kingussie · The Star Hotel · Stravaigers Lodge
Where to stay in Kingussie
High Street
Kingussie's High Street is the town-centre address on this shortlist, with The Star Hotel at number 32 and 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu at number 50. Both are 4-star and listed with free Wifi and free car parking, and both are non smoking with family rooms. Staying here puts you on the town's main street rather than out in the surrounding glens.
Our picks here: The Star Hotel · 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu
Feshie Bridge
Both are 4-star with kitchens, dishwashers, terraces, gardens and free car parking, and both allow pets. They also list fishing and a golf course among their facilities, making them the rural, self-catering option on this shortlist.
Our picks here: Mountain Hare Apartment · Osprey Apartment
Ruthven Road
The Silverfjord is the listed property on Ruthven Road. It is a 4-star hotel with the joint highest guest rating here, 4.9 out of 5 from 123 reviews, and it stands out for its bars, cafe, garden and babysitting service alongside free Wifi and free car parking.
Our picks here: The Silverfjord
Newtonmore Road
Arden House sits on Newtonmore Road. It is a 4-star, non-smoking hotel with a garden, free car parking, breakfast, free internet access in the lounge and a TV in the room. Pets are not allowed, so it suits guests who prefer an animal-free property. No guest rating is listed for this hotel.
Our picks here: Arden House
Questions, answered
Which of these Kingussie hotels has the highest guest rating?
The Silverfjord and Auld Alliance are tied at the top with 4.9 out of 5, from 123 and 60 reviews. The Cross At Kingussie follows at 4.8 from 70 reviews, then The Star Hotel at 4.3 from 163 reviews. Arden House, Langside, Osprey Lodge, Stravaigers Lodge, the Feshiebridge apartments and Mountain View Lodge have no guest rating listed.
Do the 4-star hotels in Kingussie have free parking?
Most do. Free car parking is listed at The Silverfjord, Auld Alliance, The Star Hotel, Arden House, Osprey Lodge, Mountain Hare Apartment, Osprey Apartment, Mountain View Lodge and Langside on Kingussie. Langside on Kingussie also lists a garage. The Cross At Kingussie, Stravaigers Lodge and 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu instead list parking without stating it is free.
Which hotels in Kingussie allow pets?
Pets are allowed at Osprey Lodge, Mountain Hare Apartment, Osprey Apartment, Mountain View Lodge, Langside on Kingussie and 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu. Arden House is a non-smoking hotel where pets are not allowed. No pet policy is listed for The Silverfjord, Auld Alliance, The Cross At Kingussie, The Star Hotel, Stravaigers Lodge or Langside on Kingussie.
Which Kingussie hotel is best for families?
The Star Hotel lists family rooms and a 24 hour front desk. For self-catering, Mountain View Lodge, Osprey Lodge and 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu combine kitchens with cots and high chairs. The Silverfjord adds a babysitting service, and Osprey Lodge, Mountain View Lodge and 50thehighstreet also have sofa beds, which helps with larger groups.
Which properties have a spa, sauna or jacuzzi?
Stravaigers Lodge lists a spa. Mountain View Lodge lists both a sauna and a jacuzzi, and Osprey Lodge lists a jacuzzi. None of the other listed properties mention a spa, sauna or jacuzzi in their facilities.
Are there hotels with a restaurant or bar in Kingussie?
Yes. The Cross At Kingussie, The Star Hotel and Stravaigers Lodge all list restaurants, and The Cross At Kingussie, The Star Hotel and The Silverfjord have bars. The Silverfjord also has a cafe, and The Star Hotel adds a bar or snack cafe. The remaining properties are largely self-catering or guest-house style.
Which Kingussie properties have kitchens for self-catering?
Osprey Lodge, Stravaigers Lodge, Mountain Hare Apartment, Osprey Apartment, Mountain View Lodge, Langside on Kingussie and 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu all list a kitchen. Most also list a dishwasher, microwave, oven and refrigerator, and several add a washing machine, toaster and coffee facilities. These are the options if you plan to cook rather than eat out.
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Kingussie?
The Star Hotel at 32 High Street and 50thehighstreet by the House of Danu at 50 High Street are both on the High Street itself. Also within the town are The Silverfjord on Ruthven Road, Auld Alliance on Viewmount East Terrace, The Cross At Kingussie on Tweed Mill Brae off Ardbroilach Road, Arden House on Newtonmore Road and Langside on Kingussie. No distances are listed.