Loch Ness Lodge Hotel

Hotels
6.5 (1714 reviews)
Drumnadrochit ,Inverness-Shire. , Drumnadrochit , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Decent breakfast
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Unfriendly service
Outdated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.39
Several reviews mention unclean rooms and outdated facilities.
Service
6.86
Mixed sentiments with mentions of helpful but unfriendly staff.
Location
8.4
Ideal location mentioned positively in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
5.35
Reports of old, uncomfortable, and poorly maintained rooms.
Amenities
7.38
Some amenities were noted positively, but deficiencies highlighted.
Value for Money
5.34
Perceptions of poor value for the price paid based on room quality.
Food and Beverage
7.39
Breakfast received some positive mentions, but overall experience varied.
Overall Experience
6.86
Overall experience was mixed due to varying amenities and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:51

Property Description

Tranquil Scottish Highland Retreat

Scenic Location: Nestled in Drumnadrochit near the iconic Loch Ness, our traditional Scottish hotel offers a serene escape surrounded by nature's beauty.

Nessieland Castle Monster Centre: Enjoy unique amenities within the hotel grounds, including a cinema, exhibition, and loch cruises, perfect for an unforgettable stay.

Cozy Accommodations and Dining: Experience the warmth of a Highland lodge in our 3-star hotel rooms, complete with modern amenities. Indulge in authentic Scottish cuisine at our Pibroch Bar and restaurant, featuring the finest local ingredients.

Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the charm and allure of the Scottish Highlands at Loch Ness Lodge Hotel!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: INV

Location

Guest Reviews

6.5
Based on 1714 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.39
Service: 6.86
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 5.35
Amenities: 7.38
Value for Money: 5.34
Food and Beverage: 7.39
Overall Experience: 6.86
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Hanne Berg couple no
4
Pros:

Veldig god frokost

Cons:

Det er for gammelt, trenger en renovering

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Cindy extended_group de
6
Kann man machen muss man aber nicht
Pros:

Von außen sehr hübsch, tolle zentrale Lage, gute Parkmöglichkeiten, Zimmer sauber, Dusche konnte man gut die Temperatur einstellen und Wasserdruck gut

Cons:

Frühstück ist schlecht ( Toast, Marmelade, Bohnen, Ei), Möbel alt und abgewohnt, in der Rezeption roch es sehr muffig - im Zimmer zum Glück nicht, generell dunkel alt und abgewohnt

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Maria couple us
5
The place overall felt rundown and hasn't been updated for a while.
Pros:

The breakfast buffet in the morning was pretty diverse and ample. The staff worked hard to make sure everyone was satisfied.

Cons:

The bed was lumpy and uncomfortable, floors were creaking, furniture seemed so old that we were afraid to even sit on the chairs. There were only 2 electrical plugs in the room, and all appliances were very old, barely functioning. The restaurant was closed on a Monday we stayed there, so we went to the one nearby (the location is not bad) and brought a bottle of wine. The man at the hotel bar (presumably the owner) refused to open it for us, saying that he is trying to sell his own liquor there. It was very rude and left us puzzled since there seemed to be no wine to purchase there. You couldn't even enjoy your food outside at the picnic tables if it wasn't from the restaurant there (which was closed all the time we've been there and there were no working hours listed). Very eerie and unwelcome environment overall.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Paula couple au
6
Surved our purpose of a room for the night and was reasonably priced considering what it offered and against other avail
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Reception not open to 3pm and check-in not available til 3pm. No bar and expensive dinner menu.
Advertised as a suite with separate bedroom but was one room. Very dated bathroom and decor in need of a refurb.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Radek solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Prandin couple it
9
Ottima per recuperare le energie
Pros:

Cortesia, colazione, posizione, parcheggio

Cons:

Camere e bagni un po’ datati

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Nina solo_traveller gb
8
Great place to stay check if they doing food thou
Pros:

Location and atmosphere

Cons:

You need to book in advance for food if they can’t cater due to coach party and we arrived Friday night most places were booked

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Isa extended_group nl
3
Vies, oud en onhygiënisch.
Pros:

Bij de receptie werd een goede aanbeveling gedaan om een hapje te eten in het dorpje. Fiddlers is een aanrader voor een leuke avondmaal!

Cons:

Heb je even. Het hotel is vies en oud. Als er brand uit zou breken is er geen mogelijkheid om te vluchten. De ramen en deuren kunnen maar beperkt open. Het ontbijt is beperkt en was slecht aangevuld. Al met al geen aanrader!

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Gunilla solo_traveller se
1
Pros:

Rena lakan. Personalen var trevlig.

Cons:

Hotellet är tyvärr mögelskadat. Stark mögeldoft i de delar av huset vi befann oss i.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Juliette couple fr
7
Si vous recherchez l’ambiance atypique vous êtes au bon endroit ! En revanche si vous recherchez plutôt le confort et la
Pros:

Établissement super bien placé ! Accueil très chaleureux ! Lieu très atypique, certe dans son jus mais dans l’ambiance écossaise !
Un petit déjeuner de qualité !
À 5min du château d’Uruquart et du Loch Ness !

Cons:

Balcon pas très propre, fuite sur le pommeau de douche ainsi que du tuyau de douche.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Kamila solo_traveller pl
8
Pros:

Dobrze wyposażony bar z lokalnymi trunkami z bardzo miłą obsługą. Miejsce z klimatem dawnych lat, choć nie dla osób ceniących nowoczesne wnętrza.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
3
It was an average experience in a great location .
Pros:

Nice staff .Super location .Somewhat dated .Bar prices were scandalously expensive . You could hear the people talking and walking in rooms above you .The breakfast was ok and quite varied but I didnt have the cooked breakfast .

Cons:

Soundproofing from room to room .The decor was generally dark and dated .

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Grandad Granny couple gb
4
Ruff and Ready Hotel
Pros:

Only thing good about this hotel was the Location & bathroom had a
Powerful shower

Cons:

Run down needs renovation, painting , general repairs , breakfast wasnt good left us with a upset stomach , staff was friendly

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Grandad Granny solo_traveller gb
4
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Ewa couple de
10
Pozytywnie spędziliśmy czas
Pros:

Polozenie I Architektur oraz dobre sniadanie I Mila obskure

Cons:

Budynek z rację tego ze jest to stary, antyczny bardzo ładny budynek ma specyficzny zapach. Dla innych może to być zaleta

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Philip solo_traveller gb
5
If you want 5 star, pay the extra money, if you can cope with a 3 star this hotel will do, just!
Pros:

The location is nice, in the heart of Loch Ness
The Staff were friendly and helpful.
The hotel was kept clean.
The breakfast, staff, room and food was good.

Cons:

The hotel is in desperate need of modernizing, Rooms, furniture, bathroom were old and worn out.
The view from my hotel window was terrible, a roof.
I booked Suite for £155 a night expecting something nice, the quality of the room was below average, barely 3 star.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Nazmul extended_group us
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Graham solo_traveller au
5
Cons:

Very dated property. Bar was closed and no meals available, not very good for a lodge. East European staff seemed very disinterested.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Luis Mariano solo_traveller es
8
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Luciano couple it
7
Pros:

Colazione abbondante sia salata che dolce.
Ristorante non utilizzato.
Posizione buona per visitare ampie zone del Loch Ness.

Cons:

Seppure nella tradizione britannica, l'uso della moquette non è preferibile.
Tra il contesto montano e in ombra (akcune camere) e la polvere che comunque si accumula, le camere hanno un retro odore come di umido.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee