Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Modern
Clean
Cozy
Great Staff
Delicious Food
Cons:
Breakfast could improve
Noise from background music
TV difficulties

Categories

Cleanliness
9.35
The hotel is described as modern, clean, and spotless across multiple reviews.
Service
9.85
Staff were exceptionally nice and helpful, with numerous comments praising their attentiveness.
Location
9.35
The location is ideal for exploring the Cairngorms, appreciated for its scenic surroundings.
Room Quality
9.35
Rooms are described as beautiful, spacious, and well-furnished.
Amenities
9.35
Facilities included free parking and a small refrigerator stocked with fresh milk, enhancing the stay.
Value for Money
9.35
Described as amazing value with clean, comfortable accommodations.
Food and Beverage
8.85
Food was commented to be delicious, though breakfast was noted as needing improvement.
Overall Experience
9.75
Overall experience was consistently positive, with guests expressing their intention to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:13

Property Description

Location and Nearby Attractions
Located in the heart of Kingussie, just 1 km from the Kingussie Golf Club and 1.9 km from Ruthven Barracks, Star Hotel Kingussie offers convenience and easy access to popular attractions like the Highland Folk Museum.

Comfortable Accommodation
The hotel provides well-equipped rooms with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and fridge. Guests can enjoy a cozy and relaxing stay with comfortable bed linen and towels provided.

Diverse Dining Options
Start your day right with a delicious breakfast selection including buffet, continental, or Full English/Irish options. Additionally, the hotel features a restaurant and bar for guests to unwind and enjoy a meal or drinks after a day of activities.

To book a delightful stay at Star Hotel Kingussie, simply make your reservation now!

Important information:

Upon on check in you will be asked to provide card details. These will be held on your reservartion, only charged if damages are reported when room check are carried out after departures, Guest will be notified prior to charges are taken. Disputes can be made with the General manager.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 258 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.35
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 9.35
Value for Money: 9.35
Food and Beverage: 8.85
Overall Experience: 9.75
M
Mags • couple • gb
9
Lovely hotel and staff excellent 👍
Pros:

Very comfortable and staff very friendly.

Cons:

There was a noise of a pump or something at room 5 that came on and off throughout the stay.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
P
pamela • couple • gb
8
Had a lovely relaxed few days.
Pros:

Friendly staff. Clean and well appointed room. Food was lovely.

Cons:

The electricity in our room tripped twice but was fixed very quickly. It didn’t spoil our stay.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
L
Lillybet76 • couple • gb
10
Weekend Stay
Pros:

The entire experience from start to finish. Friendly and welcoming staff, great choice of food to eat and friendly bar. Great location for local attractions. Room immaculate, spacious and everything we needed.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
H
Helen • couple • gb
10
Perfect stay :)
Pros:

Lovely room, clean, very friendly staff :)

Cons:

Nothing :)

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
J
john • couple • ie
9
We liked the location - lovely hotel—only opened a year - room was so Cosy. Food was excellent.
Pros:

A freshly cooked breakfast - a good selection of cereals etc in a lovely dining area - served by friendly staff.

Cons:

Lift didn’t work.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
K
kathleen • extended_group • gb
10
Lovely and relaxing
Pros:

Everything, it was beautiful, lovely and clean the staff were brilliant, the food was amazing including breakfast, the rooms were very comfortable and tastefully decorated, there was a lot little touches also that made the stay more comfortable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
I
Ian • couple • gb
10
Exceptional staff, superb food wonderfull accommodation
Pros:

Attention to detail in every aspect

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
I
Ian • couple • gb
10
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
10
Comfortable and friendly
Pros:

Rooms are great quality, friendly staff and good food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
D
Donna • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely place, had a really lovely stay. The staff were so nice and very helpful. Beautifully furnished and appointed.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
T
Tristan • couple • fr
1
Cons:

Chaleur insupportable dans la chambre avec impossibilité de changer la température. Impossible de dormir convenablement. Lait qui avait tourné laissé dans un petit frigo.
Très mauvais emplacement de l'hôtel devant une route, beaucoup de bruits

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
J
Jim • couple • gb
3
Wouldn't stay there again.
Pros:

Nothing special

Cons:

Room too cluttered - no space to move around. Mirrors top low and in the wrong place. No shelves in the bathroom to put toiletries.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
S
Saunders • extended_group • gb
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
E
Ellie • couple • gb
10
Gorgeous hotel. Gorgeous location. Gorgeous staff.
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothinf

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
H
Harry • couple • gb
9
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
S
Stuart • couple • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
S
Stephane • couple • fr
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
R
Ross • couple • gb
7
Recently renovated hotel with stylish rooms, restaurant could have better vegetarian/vegan options
Pros:

Recently refurbished rooms

Cons:

The shower could have been hotter and the menu could have better vegetarian / vegan options.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
G
Gary • solo_traveller • gb
10
Last minute booking. Rarely impressed but on this occasion, a genuine gem.
Pros:

Wonderful wee hotel. A real surprise.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee