Muthu Newton Hotel (Near Inverness Airport)

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Muthu Hotels
8 (1926 reviews)
Inverness Rd , Nairn , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Stained carpets
Some furnishings need repair

Categories

Cleanliness
7.25
Some reviews mentioned stained carpets and tired furnishings.
Service
8.25
General praise for staff being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.75
Consistently praised for its beautiful and convenient setting.
Room Quality
7.25
Comfortable rooms but some issues mentioned with furnishings.
Amenities
8.25
Positive mentions of the overall atmosphere and food options.
Value for Money
8.25
Reviews indicated great value, particularly given the service and food.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Breakfast and dinner received good feedback.
Overall Experience
7.75
Mixed but generally positive sentiments, averaging to a good stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:37

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Muthu Newton Hotel offers elegant rooms with traditional furnishings, each equipped with satellite TV and an en suite bathroom. Dating back to 1872, this historic hotel provides a unique and charming stay.

Scenic Surroundings

Set in 21 acres of parkland overlooking the Moray Firth and Black Isles, the hotel provides breathtaking views. Explore the nearby Nairn Golf Course or venture to iconic Scottish destinations like Loch Ness and the Cairngorms ski resorts.

Fine Dining and History

Indulge in delicious meals at Chaplin's Restaurant, once frequented by the legendary Charlie Chaplin himself. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the hotel while enjoying modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and parking.

Experience the timeless elegance of Muthu Newton Hotel - book your stay now.

Important information:

Please note that the photos are representative and the room and/or bathroom layout may vary.

The Courtyard Rooms are located outside of the main building, within 164 feet away. These rooms are only available with a double bed if booked on day of arrival.

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

This property does not accommodate stag, hen and similar parties.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TFN

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1926 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.25
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 7.75
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Rosemary • extended_group • nz
5
Pros:

Historic House

Cons:

Expensive

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Elena • couple • ro
4
I definitely never return here and cannot recommend to others
Pros:

The staff where we had breakfast were very friendly, and the croissants were delicious.

Cons:

I was disappointed about the cleaning, very dirty everywhere, the breakfast very poor, and no option to pay by cash in all the hotel: restaurant, bar…
The water was not bottled; it was clearly tap water. They would only provide it if you specifically asked for it at reception, which I found quite inconvenient.
On the penultimate day of our stay, the room was only partially cleaned. The bathroom towels were left on the floor and the bathroom bin was not emptied. I had to report this to reception, and we get clean towels.
In the evening, we could hear cracking sounds coming from the ceiling, which was a little scary😅
There were also cobwebs everywhere…

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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dazo • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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JASON • couple • ch
1
Beau de l’extérieur mais dedans c est un cauchemar
Pros:

Les vaches devant l’hôtel

Cons:

La propreté
Le manque de personnel et le manque d amiabilité
Le petit déjeuner était immonde

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely stay friendly staff
Pros:

Location was nice and staff were very friendly

Cons:

Foyer carpet was very tired and torn upstairs looked like it needed replaced décor could have been better Needs modernised.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • extended_group • gb
7
Nice break, wouldn’t rush back.
Pros:

Beautiful grounds, comfortable public rooms, old Hollywood style decor, friendly staff. Breakfast was great both mornings, good choice and freshly prepared.

Cons:

Bedrooms were clean and beds comfortable but decor bit shabby, needing some upgrading as were the bathrooms.
Dinner was mediocre and quite expensive.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Nickkie • family_with_children • nz
2
Extremely disappointing, terrible value for money
Pros:

The gardens and driveway were stunning

Cons:

Staff at check in, room was extremely tired and well over priced. Very noisy from other guests leaving extremely early in the morning. No food available from early, no room service.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Tjalling • couple • nl
8
Relaxt hotel
Pros:

Personeel, gebouw en locatie

Cons:

Het had wat levendiger gekunt

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • family_with_children • be
6
Pros:

Het domein van het hotel is prachtig. De medewerkers zijn heel vriendelijk. Ook het ontbijt was heel vers. De warme gerechten bij het ontbijt worden aan de tafel geserveerd. Je krijgt grote porties.

Cons:

De kamer was een upgrade omdat men geen kamer met een dubbel bed kon geven. Deze kamer was erg ruim, maar verouderd. Zo zaten er scheuren in de gordijnen en een scheur in de boxspring, het tapijt was vies en niet goed gereinigd.
In de badkamer was de vloer vernieuwd, maar de badkamermeubelen niet. De natuursteen lavabo is versleten, de douche is zodanig oud dat de schimmel in hoeken en kantjes niet meer weg te poetsen is.
Het is een duur hotel, voor deze prijs en een kamer met een 'upgrade', mag er wel een haardroger en een minibar of koelkastje aanwezig zijn.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Day • solo_traveller • za
5
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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christine • couple • gb
10
Lovely hotel, reception ladies super friendly, breakfast was first class.
Pros:

Lovely old stately home feel about the place, really beautiful ..good location too.

Cons:

Nothing really, the small entry/ exit road to and from the hotel ( lovely tree lined route) can be difficult to join at the main road, however this is just the way it is, and it’s not a complaint, just something to be aware of.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Ursula • family_with_children • ch
8
Ruhepause nahe dem Meer
Pros:

Wunderschönes Haus in einem riesigen Park.

Cons:

Etwas in die Jahre gekommen, unpersönlich, viele Services nichf mehr verfügbar.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Bryan • family_with_children • gb
6
Close to the airport but would benefit from some maintenance to the room
Pros:

Good location for airport

Cons:

Room would be best described as tired and we were upgraded , there were a number of issues in the bathroom which indicated a lack of maintenance and in particular I would ask that staff pay careful attention to the mirror in the bathroom and shape etched into it. My other main gripe would be the inability of the hotel to provide any dinner option for us as guests other than 6pm or 8pm which I would suggest was due to a large coach party staying that evening , whilst it is understandable that causes issues only emailing other guests asking if they want dinner in the days before their stay asking them if they wish to eat somewhat spoiled the evening having to leave to find dinner options. Perhaps knowing that the coach party was staying guests could have been asked well before their stay asking week they arrive

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Sean • couple • gb
8
Lovely hotel needs some love from the management.
Pros:

Great Hotel a little run down.

Cons:

General Maintaince could be improved. Trimming around the lift buttons should have been reoplaced.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Jerry • couple • us
6
A comfortable stay, but would not return or recommend
Pros:

Kind staff and nice food

Cons:

A tired looking hotel. Maintenance needed. Sparce spirit offering for mixed drinks.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Harald • solo_traveller • at
7
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • ch
1
Disappointing stay – far from a 4-star experience
Pros:

-

Cons:

This hotel has clearly seen better days and is currently operating more like a basic hostel than a 4-star property. How it maintains its 4-star rating is complete mystery to me.
The rooms lack basic amenities—there was no fridge in the room, and the bar didn't even offer any light snacks. The atmosphere is further spoiled by a massive portrait of the owner in the entrance hall, which comes across as pure self-glorification. It's my opinion.

I cannot recommend this hotel. The food is best avoided altogether.

A stark reminder that MGM Muthu is definitely not MGM Grand!

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Ans • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Curtil • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Omer • family_with_children • us
10
Place has its own vibe
Pros:

We stayed at Muthu Newton Hotel with two families and booked five rooms, which were kindly upgraded to Executive Rooms. We really enjoyed our stay. The hotel has its own unique vibe and incredible architecture—it genuinely feels like staying in a palace!

The location is a little away from Inverness, but the peaceful surroundings and beautiful historic character make up for it. Overall, a memorable stay and definitely worth experiencing.

Cons:

Seagull noise in the night.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee