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5-star hotels in Inverness
A shortlist of the 5-star hotels in and around Inverness, drawn from the 19 rated 5-star properties on this site. It is for travellers who want the highest guest scores in the area, whether they stay in the city or out by Loch Ness.
Staying in Inverness
Inverness is the Highland capital and the natural base for a Scottish trip north. The site lists 850 places to stay here, and the average guest score across them is 4.3 out of 5, so the 5-star group at the top of the scale is a small one. These addresses spread from the city streets to the surrounding glens and lochs, which means the choice is as much about setting as about the room.
Two of the listed hotels sit closest to the centre: Ness Walk on Ness Walk at 0.5 km and Rocpool Reserve on Culduthel Road at 0.4 km. Guest houses on Fairfield Road are 0.8 km and 1.2 km out, while others stand at Daviot, Farr, Duthil, Kilmuir, Kirkhill and the Loch Ness side, from 4.7 km to 37.5 km away. Couples and business guests will find the centre hotels easiest; families and longer breaks suit the lodges and cottages with gardens, kitchens and family rooms.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Ness Walk
12 Ness Walk, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereNess Walk sits 0.5 km from the centre of Inverness and pairs a riverside setting with a restaurant, bar and 24-hour front desk. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 523 reviews. Air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms and free wifi suit couples or business travellers who want to walk into town, and the shuttle service, parking and bike rental make it practical for exploring the surrounding area.
See Ness WalkRocpool Reserve
14 Culduthel Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereRocpool Reserve is a 5-star house on Culduthel Road, 0.4 km from the centre, so the shops and restaurants of Inverness are within easy reach. The 4.5 out of 5 rating comes from 215 reviews. A jacuzzi, bar and room service stand out among the facilities, and pets are allowed, which makes it a good fit for couples or guests travelling with a dog and a car.
See Rocpool ReserveTigh Na Bruach
Invermoriston, Inverness, United Kingdom
- Wifi
Why stay hereTigh Na Bruach is a small 5-star property in Invermoriston, 37.5 km from Inverness, with lifts and wifi among its facilities. Its 4.8 out of 5 rating rests on 25 reviews. Guests looking for a quiet base away from the city, close to Loch Ness country, will find it suited to a short, peaceful stay by car.
See Tigh Na BruachTrafford Bank Guest House
96 Fairfield Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTrafford Bank Guest House occupies a 5-star address on Fairfield Road, 1.2 km from the centre of Inverness. Bathrobes, free wifi and free car parking are among the facilities, and there is a garden, lounge and games room for downtime. Non-smoking rooms and laundry service add convenience. It suits guests who prefer a guest-house scale with space to relax after a day out.
See Trafford Bank Guest HouseDaviot Lodge
Daviot, Inverness, United Kingdom
- Wifi
Why stay hereDaviot Lodge is a 5-star property in Daviot, 7 km from Inverness, with TV and wifi among its facilities. It appeals to travellers who want to stay outside the city and drive in, trading a central address for a rural setting while keeping a 5-star classification.
See Daviot LodgeLoch Ness Lodge
Brachla, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLoch Ness Lodge at Brachla is 21.3 km from Inverness and has a restaurant, bar and lounge, plus a garden and terrace. Canoeing, fishing and golf are among the activities on offer, and free car parking and wifi are provided. With special diets catered for and non-smoking rooms, it suits guests basing themselves by Loch Ness for outdoor days.
See Loch Ness LodgeThe Factor's House
Denny Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Factor's House is a 5-star property on Denny Road, 25.3 km from Inverness, with a restaurant, bar and garden. Free wifi, free car parking and wheelchair access are among the facilities, along with luggage storage and laundry service. It suits travellers with a car who want a restaurant on site and a quieter rural base outside the city.
See The Factor's HouseDinichean House
Farr, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereDinichean House in Farr is a 5-star, non-smoking property 7.7 km from Inverness. Breakfast is offered, and there is a garden plus free car parking. Hairdryer, iron and board, slippers and toiletries are provided in the rooms. It fits guests who want a small, smoke-free house with parking and a garden, away from the centre but within a short drive.
See Dinichean HousePerfect Manor Achnagairn House
Achnagairn Castle Kirkhill Near Inverness Inverness Shire Highland Iv5 7Pd, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay herePerfect Manor Achnagairn House is a 5-star property at Kirkhill near Inverness, 11.1 km from the centre. A restaurant, bar and lounge, library and terrace give plenty of space indoors and out, and family rooms are available. Free wifi, free car parking and a garden are among the facilities, while pets are not allowed. It suits families or groups wanting a country-house setting.
See Perfect Manor Achnagairn HouseLoch Ness Lodge
Brackla Loch Ness Side, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereLoch Ness Lodge at Brackla, 15.9 km from Inverness, combines a spa with a restaurant, bar and lounge, plus lake-side grounds, a garden and terrace. Canoeing, fishing, golf and horse riding are among the activities listed, and free wifi and free car parking are provided. With a concierge and non-smoking rooms, it suits guests who want a spa break with outdoor pursuits nearby.
See Loch Ness LodgeCambeth Lodge Guesthouse
49 Fairfield Road, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCambeth Lodge Guesthouse is a 5-star property on Fairfield Road, 0.8 km from the centre of Inverness, so it works well for guests on foot. Free wifi and free car parking are among the facilities, and rooms include bathrobes, slippers and toiletries, with non-smoking rooms throughout.
See Cambeth Lodge GuesthouseLadybird Cottage
Inverness Iv2 Uk, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLadybird Cottage is a 5-star self-contained property 6 km from Inverness. A kitchen, fireplace and washing machine give it the feel of a home rather than a hotel, and free wifi and free car parking are included. Non-smoking throughout, it suits guests who want to cook for themselves and settle in for several nights near the city.
See Ladybird CottageStrathspey Lodge
Duthil, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereStrathspey Lodge in Duthil is a 5-star property 34 km from Inverness, with a kitchen, fireplace and washing machine alongside free wifi and free car parking. A garden adds outdoor space, and pets are allowed. It is aimed at guests who want a self-catering lodge well outside the city, with room to spread out and a car essential for getting around.
See Strathspey LodgeHeron Lodge
Craigbreck Wood Kilmuir North Kessock, Inverness, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHeron Lodge at Kilmuir, North Kessock, is 4.7 km from Inverness and offers a kitchen, fireplace and jacuzzi, plus a garden. Free car parking is provided, and cots and high chairs are available, with pets allowed. It suits families or small groups who want a self-catering base close to the city with space for children and a dog.
See Heron LodgeWillow Cottage Uk39244
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Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWillow Cottage is a 5-star property 0.1 km from the centre of Inverness, putting the city on the doorstep. A kitchen, fireplace and washing machine make it self-catering, with free wifi, free car parking and a garden. Fishing is among the listed facilities. It suits guests who want a cottage base in town rather than hotel service.
See Willow Cottage Uk39244
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ness Walk | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Rocpool Reserve | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Tigh Na Bruach | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | 37.5 km |
| Trafford Bank Guest House | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 1.2 km |
| Daviot Lodge | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | 7.0 km |
| Loch Ness Lodge | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 21.3 km |
| The Factor's House | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 25.3 km |
| Dinichean House | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 7.7 km |
| Perfect Manor Achnagairn House | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 11.1 km |
| Loch Ness Lodge | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 15.9 km |
| Cambeth Lodge Guesthouse | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.8 km |
| Ladybird Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 6.0 km |
| Strathspey Lodge | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 34.0 km |
| Heron Lodge | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 4.7 km |
| Willow Cottage Uk39244 | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.1 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Ness Walk and Rocpool Reserve both sit within 0.5 km of the centre, with bars, room service and baths, and Rocpool Reserve adds a jacuzzi and slippers. Trafford Bank Guest House on Fairfield Road offers bathrobes, a lounge and a garden 1.2 km out. All three suit two guests who want the city within easy reach.
For families
Perfect Manor Achnagairn House lists family rooms, a library and a garden 11.1 km from the centre. Loch Ness Lodge at Brachla has a playground and picnic area, and Heron Lodge at Kilmuir adds high chairs, a cot and a kitchen. Ladybird Cottage has a kitchen, fireplace and washing machine 6 km out.
Perfect Manor Achnagairn House · Loch Ness Lodge · Heron Lodge · Ladybird Cottage
For pets
Only three of these hotels allow pets. Rocpool Reserve in the city, Strathspey Lodge at Duthil and Heron Lodge at Kilmuir. The two lodges also have gardens and kitchens, so dogs and their owners get outdoor space, while Rocpool Reserve keeps you 0.4 km from the centre.
For the top score
Tigh Na Bruach at Invermoriston holds the highest guest score here, 4.8 out of 5 from 25 reviews, though it is 37.5 km from the centre. Among the city addresses, Ness Walk scores 4.7 from 523 reviews and Rocpool Reserve 4.5 from 215 reviews, both within 0.5 km.
Where to stay in Inverness
Loch Ness side
The Loch Ness side is the quiet, scenic end of this list, with water, gardens and hill walks on the doorstep. Both Loch Ness Lodge addresses are here, at Brachla and Brackla Loch Ness, 21.3 km and 15.9 km from the centre. They list canoes, fishing, horse riding and, at Brackla, a spa.
Our picks here: Loch Ness Lodge
Fairfield Road
Fairfield Road is a residential street just south of the centre, and two of these hotels stand on it. Trafford Bank Guest House at number 96 is 1.2 km out, Cambeth Lodge Guesthouse at number 49 is 0.8 km out. Both are guest houses with parking and non-smoking rooms, good for a calm night close to town.
Our picks here: Trafford Bank Guest House · Cambeth Lodge Guesthouse
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Inverness?
Willow Cottage Uk39244 is listed at 0.1 km from the centre, the shortest distance here. Among the larger hotels, Rocpool Reserve on Culduthel Road is 0.4 km, Ness Walk is 0.5 km and Cambeth Lodge Guesthouse is 0.8 km.
Do these hotels have free parking?
Many do. Ness Walk and Rocpool Reserve list parking, and free car parking is named at Trafford Bank Guest House, Loch Ness Lodge, The Factor's House, Dinichean House, Perfect Manor Achnagairn House, Cambeth Lodge Guesthouse and the cottages and lodges at Kilmuir, Duthil and Mary Ann Court.
Can I bring a dog?
Three of the listed hotels allow pets: Rocpool Reserve on Culduthel Road, Strathspey Lodge at Duthil and Heron Lodge at Kilmuir near North Kessock. Perfect Manor Achnagairn House states pets are not allowed.
Which is the best-rated 5-star hotel in Inverness?
Tigh Na Bruach at Invermoriston scores highest, 4.8 out of 5 from 25 reviews, but it is 37.5 km from the centre. In the city, Ness Walk scores 4.7 from 523 reviews and Rocpool Reserve 4.5 from 215 reviews.
Are there hotels here with a pool or spa?
Only Loch Ness Lodge at Brackla Loch Ness lists a spa. No hotel on this list names a swimming pool. For water, Ness Walk and Trafford Bank Guest House sit by the river, and the Loch Ness lodges list a lake.
Which hotels suit families?
Perfect Manor Achnagairn House lists family rooms, a library and a garden. Loch Ness Lodge at Brachla has a playground and picnic area, Heron Lodge at Kilmuir adds high chairs, a cot and a kitchen, and the cottages at Mary Ann Court and Inverness Iv2 have kitchens and washing machines.
Do these hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Dinichean House at Farr and at Perfect Manor Achnagairn House. Ness Walk, Rocpool Reserve and Loch Ness Lodge list breakfast in room, and several others list a restaurant or lunch.
Which hotels are good for a business stay?
Ness Walk and Rocpool Reserve offer 24 hour front desk, express check in, concierge, desk, copy and dry cleaning, and both are within 0.5 km of the centre. Perfect Manor Achnagairn House lists a meeting room.