The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality

Hotels
Independent
7.6 (178 reviews)
Bay Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer, Scotland, IV14 9AN , Strathpeffer , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Wheelchair accessible
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Parking (limited spaces)
Free self parking
Ballroom
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean hotel
Cons:
Unpleasant smells
Poor maintenance
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.06
Mixed reviews, some complaints about unpleasant odors and room maintenance issues.
Service
7.53
Staff were generally friendly but issues with check-in and room servicing noted.
Location
8.57
Great location in a pretty town with beautiful scenery.
Room Quality
6.52
Rooms experienced issues such as unpleasant smells, stains, and noise.
Amenities
8.05
Decent amenities but limited drink options and some dated facilities.
Value for Money
7.01
Overall mediocre value based on conditions versus expectations.
Food and Beverage
8.06
Good food overall; however, some dinner experiences were lacking.
Overall Experience
8.03
Despite issues, guests enjoyed their stay and the overall atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 23:11

Property Description

Nestled in the picturesque town of Strathpeffer, The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality offers a serene escape to unwind and enjoy breathtaking views.

Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in one of our 131 well-appointed guestrooms, equipped with cable television, coffee/tea makers, and cozy bathrooms featuring bathtubs or showers.

Culinary Delights
Savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurant or grab a quick bite at the snack bar. Begin each day with a delightful buffet breakfast available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access, and take advantage of free self-parking. Unwind at the bar/lounge after a day of exploring beautiful nearby attractions.

Book your stay for an unforgettable experience at The Highland Hotel today!

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 178 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.06
Service: 7.53
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 6.52
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 7.01
Food and Beverage: 8.06
Overall Experience: 8.03
M
Martin family
10
Pros:

Yes everything was good

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
F
Frederick
6
Pros:

I have stayed in this Hotel a number of times and never had any complaints. But on this stay the evening dinner was on a four day rota and the main course was not very good. Breakfast time the replenishment of empty dishes was slow. Overall the Hotel has gone down since last year.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
G
Gillian
8
Pros:

A little tatty in finish of painting & decor, but best of three I stayed in in 3 days. Evening entertainment was unexpected & thoroughly enjoyable.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
D
Deborah family
6
Pros:

Friendly staff. Our room however although clean had a smell which made the stay unpleasant.

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
E
Elyse N family
8
Pros:

Alan, the food and beverage manager was outstanding! He provided ideas of places to visit. His love for The Highlands is infectious!

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
M
MARK
6
Pros:

Clean hotel and staff good, somewhat dated .

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
S
Sean
8
Nice old building in a pretty town
Pros:

Clean, simple room. Shower was ok, low on pressure. Biggest problem is the walls are paper thin. It was too hot but was fine with the window left open. Everything else was good, had a lovely stay.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
M
Mark
8
Pros:

A comfortable stay. Good food.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
A
amber
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, comfortable room and yummy breakfast! We really enjoyed the entertainment on the nightvwe arrived.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
J
Jim partner
6
Pros:

The property is an old hotel with a history of being a Victorian spa. Parts of the hotel are run down, however the room was spacious and clean. Beautiful scenery.
We arrived a little early so our room was not ready - this was fine. The receptionist was rather officious and not particularly welcoming. We were asked to complete a hard copy form for our check-in details which was fine but we were not given a key to our room, so we could sit in the reception area (spacious and comfortable) in readiness to go to our room when ready. The receptionist never called us when the room was in fact ready. We were fortunate to ask a the desk to enquire about our room just as a large coach load of guests arrived. Had we not done so we would have had to wait until the coach load were checked in! The hotel was great but the check-in was not efficient or welcoming.

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
M
Mike
8
Pros:

Room was ok but drinks choice was underwhelming.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
A
Alexander
10
Pros:

Clean room staff were great

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
D
Danny partner
10
Pros:

Great location nice little town

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
L
Lindsey
2
Terrible
Pros:

We booked this hotel for our anniversary stop on our 2 week long trip across Scotland. We got there and there was 4 tour buses of people, which is nobodys fault. We finally get to our room and it was NOT what was pictured. Mold on the shower head, bathroom light, all around the shower. Stained carpet, dated furniture. The smallest tv I've ever seen. Uncomfortable bed. You could see the hallway light all around the door so there was zero sound proofing. I'm not sure if the tour groups got the rooms like the ones pictured, but I was so disappointed.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
G
gavin
4
Pros:

The room should have been serviced on the 2nd day of our stay but was missed. When brought to their attention, only a small part of what should have been done was done.
The hotel was servicing many coach loads of people with too few staff.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
R
Raymond
2
Not what was expected
Pros:

The photos dont correspond to the conditions of the hotel. Everything was quite old and decrepit. The floors in the hallways were skew, the room has a unpleasant smell , and the ceiling had quite severe water damage. The sheets also were stained. Though the breakfast was quite pleasant and staff were kind. Overall, mediocre at best.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
T
thomas
8
Hotel stay
Pros:

It was really nice and clean

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
4
Subpar experience, requires modernising.
Pros:

The building itself and the surrounding area is stunning, however the room I booked looked nothing like it did in the pictures. The room was disproportionally large, it created a feeling of coldness and the lighting in the bedroom and bathroom gave the room a very clinical feel. The bathroom itself was extremely dated, and again felt very clinical. The service from the staff was subpar with the exception of a younger man who was working on reception at night, he was extremely friendly. This is a hotel with strict rules, the bar shuts early, the pool table is unavailable later in the evening and the door is locked at 1am. The management of this hotel should consider modernising both the rooms and overall guest experience, if not, the prices should be lowered. This is a two star experience in the opinion of someone who regularly books hotels.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
M
Mara
10
Quiet hotel in the country
Pros:

Very clean, quaint village and very friendly staff. A great place to relax and enjoy rural Scotland.

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
D
David
10
Pros:

Beautiful old hotel

2025-09-01 via Nuitee