The Royal Highland Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (6074 reviews)
Station Square, 18 Academy Street , Inverness , gb
+44 1463 231926

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Some maintenance issues
Bad service experience

Categories

Cleanliness
7.03
Room and bathroom are clean and comfortable, but some issues noted with water temperature.
Service
8
Staff were friendly and helpful, despite some isolated complaints.
Location
9.04
Prime location in the center of town and convenient for transport.
Room Quality
7.49
Rooms were comfortable but lacked hanging space and needed updating.
Amenities
7.52
Breakfast options were limited, and some amenities need refurbishment.
Value for Money
7.98
Decent value considering the location and comfort but some costs were high.
Food and Beverage
7.03
Breakfast was not great and lacked variety.
Overall Experience
7.5
A blend of good location and comfort, but overshadowed by service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:03

Property Description

Titanic-Inspired Grand Staircase:
The Royal Highland boasts a grand staircase inspired by the iconic stairway in the Titanic, adding a touch of elegance and grandeur to your stay.

Culinary Delights:
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's two restaurants - The Gallery Café offering traditional meals and Ash Restaurant serving an exquisite à la carte menu. Enjoy locally sourced ingredients, including fresh fish from nearby lochs and rivers.

Luxurious Accommodations:
Experience rich décor, traditional furniture, and high ceilings in every room at The Royal Highland. Unwind with satellite TV and complimentary tea and coffee facilities, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Book now to immerse yourself in the charm and luxury of The Royal Highland.

Important information:

Please note: the hotel only has 8 parking spaces and are available on a first come first serve basis. Alternative parking is recommended in the 24-hour multi-storey car park (approximately 250 yards from the hotel).

Please note that until further notice, breakfast will be Continental. A cooked breakfast may be available depending on government guidelines.

Limited free car parking at Hotel however we have special rate with nearby car park for our guestsParking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: INV

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 6074 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.03
Service: 8
Location: 9.04
Room Quality: 7.49
Amenities: 7.52
Value for Money: 7.98
Food and Beverage: 7.03
Overall Experience: 7.5
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Thanos • extended_group • gr
1
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Josefina • couple • ar
8
Muy lindo hotel en una ciudad increíble
Pros:

La ubicación, las instalaciones y la atención.

Cons:

Precio excesivo

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Alf Henning • extended_group • no
9
Flott ærverdig hotell med flott beliggenhet
Pros:

Beliggenhet, atmosfære

Cons:

Ingenting

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
8
Lovely historic old style hotel in a very central location
Pros:

Staying in a historic hotel. The impressive entrance. The restaurant. The friendly staff. The left luggage facility.

Cons:

It was nice to have an inclusive breakfast - it would have been great to have had fresh fruit and fresh coffee.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Selina • couple • gb
3
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Per Kim • solo_traveller • no
7
Pros:

Gammel hotell med historie

Cons:

Men krever en del rehabilitering. Frokost er en av de verste som jeg opplevde på hotellet noensinne

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Penny • couple • gb
6
Comfortable but tired, decor needs updating, with friendly reception friendly re
Pros:

Location was ideal

Cons:

Breakfast was poor, orange juice like water, coffee tasteless and the mixed fruit was still frozen.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Durante • solo_traveller • br
8
Cons:

Chuveiro poderia ser melhor.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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sergio hernan • couple • ar
6
Hotel clásico, con estilo, sin pretensiones.
Pros:

El estilo del hotel, el lobby con unas escaleras que parecen ser de un palacio. La habitación cómoda y amplia. La ubicación es centrica, pegada a la estación de tren y de la calle comercial de inverness.

Cons:

El desayuno es muy precario, limitado. El hotel tiene un restaurante cuya oferta y servicios son muy pobres, no aconsejables habiendo buenos restaurantes cerca del hotel. El personal del front desk es muy desparejo, puede tocar alguien correcto ó alguien que roza la descortesía, pero poco amables al contrario de lo que encontramos en el resto de Escocia.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • it
4
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
Good stay
Pros:

Great location - very friendly staff

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Jan-Olof • couple • se
7
Helhetsintryck stördes av fadäs med ostädat rum första dagen!
Pros:

Bra läge centralt

Cons:

Ingen städning av rum gjordes om man inte bad om det!
Fick ingen information om detta vid incheckning!
När det påtalades att rummet var ostädat blev beskedet att det är gästens ansvar att begära detta genom att sätta upp lapp på dörren.
Har aldrig upplevt detta på ett hotell tidigare!

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • au
5
Needs a deep clean.
Pros:

Breakfast room was amazingly old and food was fine. Lovely breakfast staff.

Cons:

Bathroom was falling apart, curtains need washing. I understand it is old, but it is as uncomfortable looking at.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Koppar81 • solo_traveller • fi
9
Centralt Orginal
Pros:

Hotellet i sig är fantastiskt men en vacker arkitektur och inredningen i lobbyn är otrolig. Det kan ju inte bli mer centralt när hotellet ligger ihop med centralstationen och shoppinggatorna bara är några 100 m bort. Tillhörande restaurang /bar har bra rekommendationer. Rummen är enkla men har ändå de bekvämligheter man kan förvänta sig av ett bättre hotell. Stilen är också av de äldre stuket o passar bra.

Cons:

Frukosten är enligt europeisk standard dvs för mycket sött och dåligt med alternativ gällande pålägg eller annat än att bara äta rostad smörgås. De finns möjligheten dock att beställa Scotskfrukost till ett kraftig överpris. Den som vill äta nyttigt får tänka om. De finns ingen luftkonditionering på rummen utan öppna fönstret och använd fläkten. Inte nödvändigtvis något dåligt men en varm sommar kan de nog vara lite jobbigt. Sängen precis som de flesta sängar i Scotland saknar en riktig bäddmadrass vilket gör sängen för hård och inte bra för ömma ryggar

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • au
5
Not worth the cost
Pros:

The location was great. Building was grand. Public areas in the hotel were up to date and refreshed.

Cons:

The fittings were very tired and quite basic. The carpet definitely needs replacing in the guest rooms. The breakfast was basic but for the very high price I would have expected to have more than the continental option available. The Scottish breakfast was additional. An interior makeover required for the rooms.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
F
Frederick • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The location was perfect

Cons:

The hotel is a little tired with its decor

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Len • extended_group • gb
9
Comfortable and full of character in the centre of town.
Pros:

Hotel is right in the centre of town. It is historic and has character, yet is comfortable. Restaurant and bar were good too.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Piet • couple • nl
7
Prima
Pros:

De ligging

Cons:

Weinig parkeergelegenheid en de bestaande parkeervakken zijn niet meer geschikt voor de breedte van tegenwoordige auto’s

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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THOMAS • extended_group • us
10
All and all it works
Pros:

Location was wonderful!

Cons:

Rooms very small, can hardly fit your luggage and no where to put your clothes

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Traditional, great location.
Pros:

So close to the station and town. Interesting, Scottish decor. Accommodating staff. Good breakfast. Liked it.

Cons:

Windows should possibly be replaced or double glazed.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee