Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Ski storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and warm property
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Maintenance issues
Unprofessional staff

Categories

Cleanliness
7.15
Property was very warm and clean, but some areas need attention.
Service
6.65
Staff was unhelpful during booking issues, affecting overall satisfaction.
Location
8.15
Quiet but central location, convenient for accessing local sites.
Room Quality
7.65
Rooms were great, spacious, and comfortable, but some amenities were lacking.
Amenities
6.65
No Wi-Fi available in the room, and a broken kettle were disappointed.
Value for Money
8.15
Affordable rates considering the overall experience.
Food and Beverage
6.15
Limited food and beverage options available on the property.
Overall Experience
8.65
Good experience overall despite some issues, particularly cleanliness and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:15

Property Description

Secluded Highland Retreat with Mountain Views
Modern Facilities and Pet-Friendly Rooms
Convenient Location near Aviemore and Loch Ness

Escape to Columba House, a hidden gem nestled in the tranquil Cairngorm National Park. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and breathtaking mountain views while staying connected with complimentary WiFi. The hotel's modern facilities cater to your every need, with a selection of pet-friendly rooms for furry companions. Explore nearby attractions such as Aviemore, Loch Ness, and the Highland Wildlife Park, all just a stone's throw away. Book now to experience the perfect blend of nature and luxury at Columba House.

Important information:

Payment Information: The hotel requires full payment upon arrival. Non-Refundable Bookings will be charged in full when the booking is made. No cash facilities are available on site.

Columba House operates as a self-check-in property, featuring an entrance secured by an electronic lock.
You will receive an email containing access and check-in instructions the day before your arrival.
Please collect the key from the Keycafe terminal in the lobby.

Dogs are welcome in the standard rooms only, subject to availability and with prior authorization from the property.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 10 per night applies.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1717 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.15
Service: 6.65
Location: 8.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 6.65
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 6.15
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
1
Hotel cancelled with no notice
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Don't know why I'm being asked this as my booking was cancelled by the hotel with less than 24 hours notice.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Will • couple • gb
1
Extremely dodgy operation, no regard for their guests, AVOID
Cons:

The hotel cancelled our booking a few hours before we were due to arrive, less than an hour after sending us a message welcoming us and providing instructions about the check-in process. Unfortunately the message only came via the Booking.com chat and no effort was made to ensure we'd received it, so we didn't see it until we arrived at the hotel after a very long day of travelling. The reason given was that renovations were taking longer than expected - given the state of the place when we arrived this would've been known well in advance, so it's ridiculous that they waited so late to tell us, giving us very few options. The woman on the phone was entirely unhelpful. Speaking to locals they all said this hotel has a dodgy reputation in the town, and it's clear why.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Beata • couple • pl
6
Pros:

Budynek z zewnątrz jest ładny, dobrze, że właściciele zdecydowali się na remont obiektu, w części, która jeszcze nie została objęta remontem, było generalnie czysto i zadawalająco w tej cenie. Ładna lokalizacja, dobry dojazd, można by było bardziej zadbać o teren wokół obiektu, postawić nowe ławki itp.

Cons:

Szkoda tylko, że pomimo zapytania obsługi z trzy tygodniowym wyprzedzeniem o dostępność do mikrofali, otrzymałam informację, iż jest ona dostępna, a jak się okazało po przyjeździe, przez remont nie było dostępu do niej, ani śniadań.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Janine • solo_traveller • gb
1
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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katja • couple • de
8
Ein Wohfühlort mit Märchenbett
Pros:

Das Zimmer Paddok mit dem wunderbaren Bett war große Klasse, wir haben sehr gut geschlafen. Bad mit Badewanne war nach einer langen Wanderung geradezu umwerfend.

Cons:

Nicht schön war, aber das ist eigentlich keine Kritik, das außen Baustelle war und der eigentlich wunderschöne Blick, durch Mülltonne und Baumaterial versperrt war. Manchmal muss eben gebaut werden.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Luce • solo_traveller • ca
3
Irrespect de la clientèle, insalubrité et déresponsabilisation du propriétaire.
Pros:

Rien

Cons:

Il n’y avait personne pour nous accueillir, sauf des instructions et des codes. Le tapis de la chambre était taché à plusieurs endroits et le lit craquait. J’étais seule dans cette partie de l’hôtel. Le 2e soir, il y avait une autre personne dans la chambre près de la mienne et j’entendais tout ce qu’elle faisait. Quand j’ai voulu prendre ma douche, cette dernière était très sale, il n’y avait plus de tapis de bain ni de serviette pour les mains. Ma serviette de chambre n’avait pas été remplacée non plus. J’ai envoyé un message au propriétaire mais il m’a répondu ne pas avoir de personnel pour le moment et que ça irait à demain. Il m’a donné des instructions pour aller dans le bâtiment principal et récupérer les éléments dont j’avais besoin. Le bâtiment est en pleine rénovation et il y avait des matériaux un peu partout. J’ai dû déplacer un matelas pour monter à l’étage. J’ai trouvé plein de choses empilées n’importe comment dans le garde-robe et je n’ai rien récupéré dans ce fouillis.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • us
7
Pros:

The location was great

Cons:

There was a yellowjacket nest just outside the door, there wasn’t housekeeping staff available to switch out our used shower towels, the trash cans were not big enough, the shower floor was slippery enough to fall, and the kitchenette wasn’t working like they said it would in the listing info

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
D
Doa • extended_group • es
10
Pros:

El tamaño de la habitación

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
F
Fang • couple • gb
5
Disappointing overall
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

The room had spider webs and dead bugs. We were moved to another room without any notice. There was also ongoing construction that we weren’t informed about in advance. The bathroom fan didn’t work and the bedside light kept blinking. The hotel really needs to improve cleanliness, maintenance, and communication.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Lewis • couple • gb
1
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Maizey • couple • gb
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything. It was a building site and just horrible. Nobody to speak to. Pillows thin. Bed horrible. Spent the second night sleeping in the car it was that bad. Avoid at all costs.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Eva • solo_traveller • gb
9
Nice one, will be back.
Pros:

Clean, quiet, comfortable, all you need

Cons:

The bed…it was like a waterbed! But surprisingly I slept well.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Sina • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Online Check in erst etwas aufwendig, an der Unterkunft selbst leicht zugänglich und verständlich, ebenso wie auschecken.
Gerade wurde die Unterkunft renoviert und umgebaut, daher vermutlich weniger "Ausstattung", weil keine Gemeinschaftsküche, Frühstück etc.
Hund kostet 10 £ extra. Ist auch alles auf der booking Seite beschrieben, nur die Bilder nicht ganz aktuell aus meiner Sicht.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Bryce • couple • gb
8
It’s good value for what you get
Pros:

It was clean basic and served a purpose

Cons:

No staff around

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
Šmite • couple • lv
10
Very good
Pros:

Amazing location, great view.

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Ewan • solo_traveller • gb
5
Acceptable for a budget stay. If alternatives available for a similar price I’d likely try elsewhere
Pros:

Cheap and acceptable given the value. Room was large, ample parking

Cons:

Property is a little tired and some minor niggles - neither lamp in the room worked, the TV was slow and difficult to operate, the shower took a long time to run hot, you heard noise from other rooms, there was no hairdryer or mirror in the room. A bit dusty. Self check in was fine but kept getting messages asking for check out time which I found a little annoying given you never see anyone, would rather just be left in peace

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Lesley-Anne • couple • gb
4
Would have been nice to be told about the builders early start, and possible disturbance. No staff on site.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Builders on site that we wasn’t informed about, skip outside our bedroom window that builders began filling early in the morning from 7am.

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
D
DJ • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
D
David • solo_traveller • gb
8
i enjoyed my stay and would cone back
Pros:

quietness

Cons:

no kitchen

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Naoise • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Handy room for the night, good value

Cons:

Bed wasn't the most comfortable, but was fine for the night

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee