Loch Ness Lodge Hotel

Hotels
6.5 (1859 reviews)
Drumnadrochit ,Inverness-Shire. , Drumnadrochit , gb
+44 1456 459469

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
Fishing
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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Outdated facilities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Several reviews mention unclean rooms and outdated facilities.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

Location

Guest Reviews

6.5
Based on 1859 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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Kirstin • couple • gb
3
Awful book elsewhere
Pros:

Nothing - don’t book!

Cons:

Dated, dirty, mouldy bathroom. Paper cups to make tea. Got bitten. Couldn’t wait to leave. Book somewhere else

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
4
Wouldn’t go back. Dive for the cost
Pros:

Beautiful from outside.

Cons:

Very old decor like 1950s. Felt like we had traveled back in time. Needs updating badly

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Engelbrecht • couple • de
7
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
1
Huge shocking disappointment 😞
Pros:

Clean fresh bedding.

Cons:

Very, very dated and worn.
Damaged carpets, 70's bathroom and fitted furniture, dirty chairs, window broken and damaged, stained sink and bath, extractor not working, mouldy damp damaged cupboards. Extremely poorly decorated. And titled a superior room. I dread to think what the normal rooms are like. Breakfast very poor some parts inedible. No staff at checkout to complain to and we had no option but to stay as noware locally to change to.
This place needs a serious refit and review on how they run there business.
How can this hotel get away with it.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • couple • nz
6
Pros:

Had great Scottish character

Cons:

Ammenities need to be up kept, leaks in bathroom and poor quality bedding

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • dk
7
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Darby • couple • us
8
Pros:

This hotel was super charming. It's a little old and outdated, but that was the part I liked most about it. The rooms were clean and the staff was nice and very helpful.

Cons:

There is parking, but we pulled up around 5pm and got the last spot, so be mindful of that.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Michele • solo_traveller • gb
8
Loved it, breakfast was delicious and staff were friendly.
Pros:

Great location and very clean, I would stay again. The decor is rustic and old fashioned but this adds to the experience.

Cons:

The property feels old and the carpets and rooms smell slightly. I left the window open so it wasn't a problem.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Hamish • solo_traveller • au
6
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Place seriously needs refitting, worn out and a bit seedy

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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pepite33 • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse
Emplacement idéal
Bon petit déjeuner et personnel agréable

Cons:

Beaucoup d'humidité dans la chambre.
Personnel a l'accueil pas très agréable

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • gb
5
Good and bad - tip, book a good room in the old part of the hotel.
Pros:

Second night lovely room and had beautiful views. Would stay in this room again.
Breakfast good choice and ok.
Lovely receptionist, she couldn’t be nicer - star of the hotel.
Elderly owners trying hard, but feel for them. Not meeting our expectations, very dated.

Cons:

First night - dire smelly room. Really not good, almost left never to return….
Stained mattress and room so outdated. A dreadful smell we used a bottle of aftershave to sweeten it up!
Evening meal really wasn’t good. Most not eaten and returned to the kitchen.
Bar expensive and only bottled beers.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Jason • couple • gb
10
Beautiful hotel in a fantastic location.
Pros:

The hotel and breakfast were really good, nice decor was really nice, with tartan soft furnishings and wooden wall coverings. It looked very formal but you could relax. Breakfast was buffet style both hot and cold. The location is amazing, the small town is on the edge of Loch Ness. Staff were helpful and polite. The room was very competitively priced for the area.

Cons:

We had nothing to complain about

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Ivar • couple • no
5
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Martina • extended_group • de
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
2
Not great, don't stay spend your money elsewhere
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

In desperate need of a refurb!! !!

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Pat Arriola • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Big room, nice staff, great location, food was good considering other review said it wasnt good.

Cons:

The fire alarm going off mid sleep. Otherwise no other issues

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Tisha • couple • au
5
For price it was ok but is an aged venue. Staff were very friendly.
Pros:

Really friendly staff. Good location.

Cons:

Aged hotel, which needs some attention.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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David Spooner • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good experience
Pros:

Location, friendly staff

Cons:

Old decor

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Darren • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

It was just ok

Cons:

Very old & dated hard bed bar very ordinary

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Péter • solo_traveller • hu
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee