Blackfriars

Hotels
8.5 (1022 reviews)
93-95 Academy Street , Inverness , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Pet bowls
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good food
Cons:
Noise from other rooms
Issues with reception service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.96
The rooms and overall place were reported clean, although some guests noted issues like black hair on bedding.
Service
8.93
The staff was frequently described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
8.97
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location near the train station and city center.
Room Quality
8.42
Rooms were mentioned as comfortable and clean, with a good quality overall.
Amenities
7.95
Some amenities were appreciated, but there were observations about the lack of an elevator and issues with hot water.
Value for Money
8.41
Considering the location and cleanliness, many guests felt it was a good value.
Food and Beverage
8.96
The food was frequently praised, with specific mention of breakfast and pub meals.
Overall Experience
8.43
Overall experiences were positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 18:26

Property Description

Central Location
Located in the heart of Inverness, Blackfriars offers a prime spot for exploring the city. With key attractions and transportation hubs just steps away, convenience is at your fingertips.

Comfortable Rooms
Each room at Blackfriars is thoughtfully designed with a desk, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom stocked with complimentary toiletries. The cozy accommodations ensure a relaxing stay for every guest.

Dining Excellence
Indulge in a delicious breakfast spread with buffet, à la carte, and continental options. The on-site restaurant specializes in British and Scottish cuisine, catering to various dietary needs with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices available.

Ready to experience the charm of Inverness? Book your stay at Blackfriars now and make unforgettable memories in the Scottish Highlands.

Important information:

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • 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 allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1022 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.96
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Mattwenna • couple • fr
6
Au moins, on est vacciné de l'envie d'avoir un bébé.
Pros:

Les lits étaient très confortables, le personnel absolument adorable et extrêmement réactif. L'emplacement est parfait et incroyable, et la nourriture vraiment très bonne, meilleure qu'ailleurs.

Cons:

Manque d'insonorisation : nous entendions les réveils, les bébés et tous les déplacements des autres. L'espace dans la salle de bain est restreint, quelques petits insectes dans la chambre, petit déjeuner cher suivant ce qui est pris. Attention, pas de parking pour l'hôtel. Le parking le plus proche est payant et uniquement en pièces.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Théo • couple • fr
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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MARIA JOSEP • couple • es
8
Un bon lloc per allotjar-se. Ben situat i amb un bon restaurant.
Pros:

Molt Bona ubicació. Habitació àmplia i decorada amb gust.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Céline • couple • fr
7
Pros:

Emplacement top

Cons:

Hôtel très bruyant

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • gb
5
Ok but noisy
Pros:

Lovely lady at breakfast.

Cons:

Room was very noisy, floorboards in the room creaked and I struggled to sleep with the floorboards cracking in the room next door.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Rossella • solo_traveller • ch
8
Good room for a short stay in Inverness
Pros:

Nice pub/restaurant vibes

Cons:

The room had a bit of a weird smell

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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salvatore • family_with_children • it
8
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
élisabeth • couple • fr
6
2e étape de notre road trip
Pros:

La proximité du centre ville

Cons:

Service du petit déjeuner long (lorsqu’on commande un plat à la carte)
Salle de bain désuète
Parquet qui grince au dessus
Pas de parking à l’hôtel

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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W • family_with_children • us
9
Great Location
Pros:

The location is great for downtown and busing. The staff was very accommodating and helpful with directions and luggage.
Food at the restaurant is also excellent.

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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George • solo_traveller • gb
2
Very disappointing.
Pros:

No breakfast

Cons:

I stay in different hotels in Inverness on a regular basis and this was the worst that I have stayed at.
The bedroom was extremely noisy both from external traffic noise but more so from constant creaking floor boards from the residents above. I had a long busy day but was not able to sleep until the early hours.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good B&B with great staff but you need to adjust expectations given the age/design of the building
Pros:

Pros: very central, handy locations, lovely staff, comfy room, nice decor, big bathroom for the size of my room. I didn't try the food for dinner but the bar location is nice, with a decent breakfast.

Cons:

Cons: given the age and design of the building, there were some minor issues e.g. I didn't have hot water/radiators for the first day (this was fixed immediately when reported then worked great); *very* loud, creaky old floorboards and thin walls mean neighbours' movements/noises are easily heard; decor and size of window in the room makes it quite dark; slightly stale damp smell comes from the bathroom so need to constantly leave the window open.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Ella • family_with_children • au
10
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Al-Marri • solo_traveller • qa
10
الفندق ممتاز
Pros:

الموقع ممتاز

Cons:

لايوجد

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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vincent • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Emplacement
Chambre très grande

Cons:

Le personnel ne fait pas d'effort de langue

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Julieann • couple • us
10
Pros:

Great location and awesome service at the pub below. I would definitely stay again

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Karianne • couple • gb
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • us
9
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Vishal • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Good location. Polite and friendly staff.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • solo_traveller • gb
7
Fairly decent stay
Pros:

Staff friendly. Conveniently located. In general clean.

Cons:

I stayed on two separate occasions in one week, I was given the same room. The first stay there was cobwebs in multiple areas of the room. I tried to assume they were new. Upon my second visit, 3 days later the exact same cobwebs where still there, this made me doubt the overall cleanliness and I was not so relaxed on my second visit.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee