Cairn Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1010 reviews)
Craigellachie Guest House Main Street , Carrbridge , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Kid meals
Pet bowls
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food and breakfast
Nice location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort concerns
Bathroom facilities could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
7.25
The review mentions that the hotel wasn’t very clean and that the mattress was tired.
Service
9.25
Multiple reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming staff.
Location
8.75
The location is generally appreciated, with easy access to nearby attractions.
Room Quality
7.75
Some rooms reported issues, such as a damaged radiator and small shower cubicles.
Amenities
8.25
Amenities like friendly service and good breakfast contribute positively.
Value for Money
8.75
Value perception is based on the overall satisfaction expressed by guests.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Food received high praise with mentions of excellent breakfast and dining options.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall experience reflected a generally satisfactory stay with some noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:34

Property Description

Welcoming Atmosphere and Convenient Location
Located in Carrbridge, Cairn Hotel offers a cozy stay with easy access to nearby attractions such as Inverness Castle and Castle Stuart Golf Links.

Delightful Dining Options
Start your day with a delicious continental or Full English/Irish breakfast, and later savor British cuisine at the on-site restaurant with special dietary options available.

Fun Activities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy a game of billiards or darts at the hotel, and explore popular activities like skiing and fishing in the surrounding area. Don't forget to visit Landmark Forest Adventure Park and Boat of Garten Golf Club nearby.

Ready to experience a memorable stay at Cairn Hotel? Book now and secure your spot!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1010 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Jørgen • couple • dk
9
Godt hotel til en miniferie
Pros:

Serveret efter ønsker.
Rigtig fin scottish breakfast.
rigtig fin stemning i pubben, hvor man også kunne få serveretr udmærket mad

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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ROBERT • family_with_children • gb
8
Really enjoyable. Comfortable, extremely friendly and welcoming. Delicious food.
Pros:

Superb porridge for breakfast. Had everything we needed.

Cons:

Bed partially blocking door from opening fully.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely location, very welcoming and helpful staff, bar area great atmosphere, lovely food, with great range of options and excellent breakfast available from 7.30 am which was very handy.

Cons:

The bathroom in the room could do with a bit of a refurb.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • extended_group • gb
9
Exactly what we wanted and expected
Pros:

God location. Plain and simple hotel. Clean.

Bar food very good - lively.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Helpful friendly staff

Cons:

Can’t think of anything

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Location great for walks and attractions.
Breakfast deliscious. Good local produce

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Hattie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very friendly and well run family hotel
Pros:

Comfortable, welcoming, good fresh food.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Dianne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Food was wonderful, service great. Staff great and very obliging. Room was warm. Much better room than previous nights stay.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • solo_traveller • gb
10
Myself and my dog Bella had a wonderful time
Pros:

Food was excellent
Hosts could not have been better
So welcoming
I would recommend this hotel

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Dianne • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Food was wonderful, service great. Staff great and very obliging.

Cons:

Arrived only to find that my room was NOT en suite. The next 2 nights I was changed to an en suite room, toilet great. The shower did not work correctly, intermittent hot water.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Barry • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

Very nice

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Emily • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Friendly, charming hotel in peaceful Carrbridge - yet only 10 minutes from Aviemore. I’d go back in a heartbeat.
Pros:

Friendly, welcoming staff, room was warm, comfortable and spotless and food was excellent.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Roddy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fabulous New year stay, husband and wife owners couldn’t be friendlier. Young team on bar great too. Will definitely be
Pros:

Cracking family owned hotel and bar.

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • family_with_children • gb
10
Lovely family friendly hotel in a gorgeous location
Pros:

A lovely place to stay. Very comfy beds and the Tunnocks bars were a nice touch.
The food was excellent too and we couldn't ask for a more yummy breakfast!! Also notable is the very reasonable kids menu with great quality food (which is sadly not always the case). We'll be back!

Cons:

Bathroom ventilation needs fixing.

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Jasper • solo_traveller • au
10
Excellent stay, friendly awesome staff, clean hotel, beautiful location
Pros:

Scenic location, quieter than main town but only a short drive from the slopes and lochs. Excellent, very friendly and helpful staff, excellent food and great range at the bar with nice local beers on tap.

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Shona • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Very dog friendly and very welcoming friendly staff

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great breakfast and evening meals

Cons:

WiFi comes and goes

2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
8
2025-12-14 • via Nuitee
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Renato • couple • it
5
2025-12-13 • via Nuitee