Loch Ness Lodge Hotel

Hotels
6.5 (1570 reviews)
Drumnadrochit ,Inverness-Shire. , Drumnadrochit , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Decent breakfast
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Unfriendly service
Outdated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.39
Several reviews mention unclean rooms and outdated facilities.
Service
6.86
Mixed sentiments with mentions of helpful but unfriendly staff.
Location
8.4
Ideal location mentioned positively in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
5.35
Reports of old, uncomfortable, and poorly maintained rooms.
Amenities
7.38
Some amenities were noted positively, but deficiencies highlighted.
Value for Money
5.34
Perceptions of poor value for the price paid based on room quality.
Food and Beverage
7.39
Breakfast received some positive mentions, but overall experience varied.
Overall Experience
6.86
Overall experience was mixed due to varying amenities and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:51

Property Description

Tranquil Scottish Highland Retreat

Scenic Location: Nestled in Drumnadrochit near the iconic Loch Ness, our traditional Scottish hotel offers a serene escape surrounded by nature's beauty.

Nessieland Castle Monster Centre: Enjoy unique amenities within the hotel grounds, including a cinema, exhibition, and loch cruises, perfect for an unforgettable stay.

Cozy Accommodations and Dining: Experience the warmth of a Highland lodge in our 3-star hotel rooms, complete with modern amenities. Indulge in authentic Scottish cuisine at our Pibroch Bar and restaurant, featuring the finest local ingredients.

Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the charm and allure of the Scottish Highlands at Loch Ness Lodge Hotel!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: INV

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.5
Based on 1570 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.39
Service: 6.86
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 5.35
Amenities: 7.38
Value for Money: 5.34
Food and Beverage: 7.39
Overall Experience: 6.86
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Laura solo_traveller es
7
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Didier extended_group be
8
Pros:

De rust

Cons:

Teveel tapijt

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Sara extended_group pt
4
Pros:

localização

Cons:

material em mau estado, pouca limpeza, pouca agua quente, não tem restaurante

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Darrell extended_group us
9
Excellent choice when in Drumnadrochit!
Pros:

This is a great, old building with all the ambiance you'd like in your Scotland trip. The rooms were comfortable and the breakfast was considered my most in our group to be one of the best we had during our 17 day romp around the country. Highly recommend!

Cons:

Not much to dislike here. We did arrive about 30 mins early for check in and found it strange that the check in desk was closed and no one was there until the official opening time. Parking is also limited but convenient if you're able to secure a spot.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Ilona couple nl
8
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Shaun couple gb
8
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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David couple au
1
Disappointing and overpriced. This is no more than a B&B and a poor one at that
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

This has to be one of the most disappointing “hotels” I’ve ever come across. When I booked this 9 months ago for £197 per night there was a restaurant and bar advertised. Coming off a 28km hike I didn’t expect to be told that there was neither. This should have been communicated before my stay to give me the option to book elsewhere which I would have done. This is no more than a B&B without the personal touch of a family run concern.

Perhaps I should have looked at the reviews nearer the time of the stay as they all back up this review. It is clear that no work or upkeep is being done which reflects that a google review says the owners have been trying to sell.

The information on the “hotel” continues to display photographs of a restaurant, bar and food. None of which exists.

The price per night is now being advertised nearer the £110 mark. Would have been good if Booking.com made good the difference and provide a refund

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Jakob family_with_children si
9
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Ele Elisabeth solo_traveller dk
6
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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su anling solo_traveller cn
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth solo_traveller gb
6
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Emma couple gb
4
Very Overpriced.
Pros:

The hotel looks lovely from the outside. Upon entering, you can almost feel the history. The room is ok, very good shower and comfy beds.

The breakfast is delicious.

Free entry to Nessie Land.

Cons:

The bar was closed. For £125 per night, I would certainly have expected the bar to be open… apparently it has been closed all year, no mention of this prior to booking. Very annoying and puts this establishment as overpriced for what you get.

The cleaner did not change bed sheets or even empty our bin in the room.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Zuzana extended_group sk
8
Pros:

Autentickosť miesta

Cons:

Nešla nám tepla voda

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Elma couple ie
7
Pros:

Very good breakfast . Near the village.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Ryan couple gb
5
Pros:

The location was great.

Cons:

Very outdated. Bed was uncomfortable. The breakfast was cold and not fresh.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Inès family_with_children fr
8
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Marcel couple nl
9
Fantastische kamer ; zeker de moeite waard !!!!
Pros:

Fantastische kamer !! (de McDonald kamer), volledig in de sfeer van het Schotland van de 18e eeuw. De mooiste hotelkamer van onze trip !!! Prima ontbijt (buffet). Op loopafstand van het centrumpje van Drumnadrochnit.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Mirjana extended_group de
9
Ein Uriges Hotel, diesen Flair sieht man im Hotel ständig. 👍🏼Grundsätzlich ein empfehlenswertes Hotel. Wichtig ist jedoc
Pros:

Die Einrichtung in unserem Teil des Hotels war sehr schottisch eingerichtet. Wer dies mag (ich tue es) ist in diesem Teil richtig.
Sehr großzügiges Badezimmer.
Schottisches Frühstück als Buffet war sehr gut, so konnte man es sich selbst zusammenstellen.

Cons:

Kalt- und Warmwasser am Waschbecken separat (sehr oft in Hotels) und in der Dusche (Badewanne) musste man das Wasser öfter beim duschen einstellen.
Schade dass die Bar/ das Restaurant nur diesem Zeitraum noch nicht geöffnet hatte - aber wir haben das Kaminzimmer für gemeinsame Spiele im abendlichen Zeitraum genutzt.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Isha family_with_children gb
1
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Henry solo_traveller gb
1
Be Warned!
Pros:

Clean towels and bed linen. Breakfast.

Cons:

On arrival we discovered that breakfast did not start until 0800 and we could not get an earlier time as we had to leave for an appointment in Inverness before 0800. We were then told that there was no evening meal because the restaurant was closed. The bar was also closed despite it being stated in booking.com that it would be open on 31 May 2026. When I asked the receptionist if the hotel was actually open she thought I was joking - I wasn't. When I pointed out the lack of bar and restaurant facilities she said that Booking.com had been informed. I showed her the information that I had been sent and her only reaction was that she would bring Booking.com up to date. The hotel appears to be old and tired with our room in need of renovation and attention needed to the musty/damp smell that hung around the areas we went. We did not find the accommodation comfortable, the reception staff friendly and if we had not paid in advance and known about it before booking we would have tried elsewhere. Obviously we will not be back.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee