Cairn Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1133 reviews)
Craigellachie Guest House Main Street , Carrbridge , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Luggage storage
Fishing
Cycling
Airport shuttle
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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!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1133 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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Jörg • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good location, parking, food and hospitality very good, older style building quirky but spotless.
Pros:

Breakfast was very good with plenty of choices, staff very friendly and available at all times, lots of information leaflets available covering large extended areas to visit. Good location.

Cons:

For cost and hospitality there was no issues to discuss.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Franziska • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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iain • solo_traveller • es
7
Pros:

Very friendly staff. Good breakfast choice

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Virginie • family_with_children • fr
7
Pros:

Le repas et petit déjeuner

Cons:

Salle de bain vieillotte avec carrelage cassé

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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A • solo_traveller • gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

Very nice breakfast.
Nice dinner.
Bike storage.
Very heloful.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • extended_group • us
10
Fabulous warm reception, lovely location, excellent food
Pros:

Fabulous warm reception, lovely location, excellent food

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • gb
7
Ok.
Pros:

Good brekkie.

Cons:

Room beside main road

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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John Poole • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very Enjoyable. I was made to feel very welcome.
Pros:

The location is awesome. Very close to the centre of the Highlands and the scenery is stunning. The staff were very friendly and the owner who served an excellent breakfast was friendly and professional.

Cons:

The bar service was a little slowing only slightly so. I would go again every time.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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peter • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Breakfast was great, room was great and the staff were great.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

This is a great hotel in a picturesque village just North of the Cairngorms. The property is easy to find, the staff were friendly and I got more than I expected with complimentary snacks and many options on the free breakfast. The room was very well equipped and the beds spacious and comfortable.

Cons:

I was disappointed with the shower situation, as my bath didn't run hot water and the shower was replaced by a flimsy stand-in in my room. Also the key came on a large wooden slab which was annoying to carry round. Both very minor issues and didn't take away from the stay overall.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • solo_traveller • gb
10
A superb stay on my journey through the Highlands.
Pros:

I really enjoyed my stay at the Cairn Hotel in Carrbridge. I was there for two nights and it was ideal. Lovely room and facilities and the breakfasts were just the best. Great location. Very friendly staff and host was most welcoming and helpful. I can't fault anything and would certainly book again, if I visit the area in future.

Cons:

As mentioned above, there was nothing I didn't like.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Donald • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Joel • couple • be
9
nice stop to explore cairngorms national park
Pros:

very nice hotel with good restaurant, good facilities and very nice staff.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Charles Craigs • solo_traveller • gb
8
A good base for a short stay touring the Speyside area.
Pros:

The location was very good for a few days enjoying the attractions of Speyside. The Scottish breakfast set me up for the day and the restaurant provided a good range of dinner options. The location on the main street was quiet as it is bypassed by the A9. The staff were cheerful and friendly.

Cons:

Nothing that I can think of.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • family_with_children • gb
8
Overall very good
Pros:

This is a lovely old property with lots of character. The breakfast was outstanding and the staff were very friendly.

Cons:

The bedcovers were slightly small for our bed. Provide a wider duvet. Small maintenance issues in the bathroom, especially cracked and slightly loose floor tiles.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Addison • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The cleanliness, the staff, the breakfast was the best I have ever had.

Cons:

The decorations in our room were slightly tired - but perfectly fine. No

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
5
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

Size of room,no ensuite,

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee