Hootananny

Hotels
8.7 (316 reviews)
67 Church Street , Inverness , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Invoice provided
Live music/performance

Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise from the pub
Issues with cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Some reviewers noted cleanliness, but issues like mold smell impacted the rating.
Service
9.2
Staff were frequently praised for being helpful and friendly.
Location
9.2
Multiple reviews highlighted the central and vibrant location.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms were described as comfortable and recently updated.
Amenities
8.7
Facilities like clean linens and a fancy coffee machine were appreciated, though some lacked a kettle.
Value for Money
8.2
Some guests found it a bit expensive for a pub experience.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Food in the pub was highly rated, although limited breakfast options were mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.7
Generally positive experiences noted, despite some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 12:17

Property Description

Hootananny is a charming hotel conveniently located in Inverness, offering a restaurant, free WiFi, and a bar. Prime Location The property is a short distance from key landmarks such as Inverness Castle and the University of the Highlands and Islands. Facilities Enjoy a comfortable stay in non-smoking rooms with convenient amenities. Nearby Attractions Explore popular sites like Strathpeffer Spa Golf Club and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery during your stay. Book now for an unforgettable experience at Hootananny!

Important information:

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

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 316 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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eddyeah • couple • it
8
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Ann Marie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Room was lovely and clean and comfortable. Plenty of nice coffee and biscuits. I let myself into the room and out again so I didn't see any staff

Cons:

It was noisy in the bar but I had been warned in advance and once I got to sleep I slept well

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Hilary • couple • gb
8
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • fr
9
Pros:

Calm
Cleanliness

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • us
9
Pros:

Loved the location and historic building. How wonderful to just walk downstairs to a warm welcome, great food and even better music.

Cons:

Not a problem for us, but this property is best for able-bodied folks who can carry luggage upstairs and walk a bit for parking.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Derek • solo_traveller • gb
7
Lovey bedrooms, great food and great live music
Pros:

Lovely rooms always clean and well presented. Food was good as always

Cons:

I ordered a pint of McEwans 80/ with dinner and it was served completely flat. I had a couple of mouthfuls and refused to drink it. The waitress did replace my drink with a fresh orange and lemonade however an experienced member of Barr staff would never had served a pint like that

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Nikolaj • couple • dk
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Paola • couple • it
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Ruben • couple • it
4
Pros:

Ottima posizione e locale al piano terra molto accogliente, letti comodi

Cons:

Non impeccabile la pulizia specie del bagno, e la seconda notte ha gocciolato dal soffitto vicino ad una delle finestre bagnando a terra compreso i nostri bagagli.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Viktoriia • couple • ru
5
Pros:

The room itself had a great design that felt very cosy and inviting. It was spacious with a well-thought-out furniture layout, plenty of storage space, and a very comfortable bed. The hairdryer was actually good quality, and the hotel provided a generous supply of tea, coffee, and biscuits.

Cons:

Stylish room ruined by unbearable noise, poor facilities, and lack of service.
Honestly, if the noise had been bearable, we would have turned a blind eye to the rest of the issues, as the other flaws were manageable on their own. However, combined with the lack of peace and quiet, the practicalities and service were a huge let-down.
Loud music played constantly, making it impossible to relax or get a proper rest in the room.
The bathroom radiator wasn't working. We reported this and were promised someone would look at it, but our request was completely ignored.
The sink had a terribly mismatched kitchen tap fitted to it, which sprayed water all over the worktop and soaked the floor every time it was turned on.
The Wi-Fi was horrible, we couldn't connect to it from our room at all.
There is no lift on the premises, meaning we had to haul heavy luggage up to the second floor ourselves.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
6
Adequate. Character pub.
Pros:

Once you got there room was clean and the facilities good. Good bathroom and comfy bed.

Cons:

Although the bar itself was full of character with live Irish music, the stairway and inside of the bar itself was unkempt and dirty. Long way up with heavy suitcases. No lift.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Debby • couple • us
9
Fun location!
Pros:

Wonderful location! Was a little worried that the street noise and music from pub downstairs would be a problem. Not at all! Loved being able to have dinner and listen to the live music. Or go down in the evening and listen to a set. There are a LOT of stairs to climb but the room was awesome. It was so nice to have a desk at the window with a view of the River Ness. I was able to get caught up on my travel sketch journal with natural light! The only issue was that we ran out of toilet paper our last morning, not a spare roll to be found, and no one around to ask for more. Other than that, I highly recommend as a place stay!

Cons:

No extra toilet paper.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Steven L • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Brandy • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Loved the location. Room was beautiful and the food from the pub downstairs was delicious. Enjoyed the live music as well. Originally concerned that the sound would travel upstairs but I could barely hear it.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Gregory • solo_traveller • us
10
Good people, good vibes, good location. Music is the thing!
Pros:

Music in bar was awesome!

Cons:

That I couldn’t stay longer. It was fun.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Lars • solo_traveller • se
6
Pros:

Bra läge, fint rum. Tyst trots ovanför restaurang med live musik.

Cons:

Väl hög prisnivå för den klassen

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
8
Fun place, you need to eat dinner here to listen to the music.
Pros:

Great location. Easy to get breakfast in the area. The staff was very friendly. Easy to park in the parking garage that was a short walk away. I just wish that we had looked at their website, because they clearly state which floor each room is on. The stairs are steep, and we would have liked a room on a lower floor, but we got what we booked. The room was large. The staff did help us carry up our luggage. There isn't anyone onsite 24 hours, but we didn't have any issues. This is not an extra fancy place, but we were very comfortable here.

Cons:

The room was a good size. But we wish we were on a lower floor---except maybe then we would have heard the music more at night---so maybe it worked for the best.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Mia • couple • ca
8
Pros:

The pub

Cons:

Could have had more for the price. Bathroom only had one soap; no lotion, no shampoo or conditioner. No hair dryer.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
4
The stay was for one night only, quite expensive in my view. Possibly may have booked again, only one of your staff was
Pros:

The location was great.

Cons:

The room was tired, and had the essence of damp feel to it. Carpet definitely needs renewed. Room that was booked was room 1, ended up in room 3 as room 1 had bathroom problems, this was not conversed u til arrival at property.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kristine • couple • dk
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee