Cairn Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1055 reviews)
Craigellachie Guest House Main Street , Carrbridge , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food and breakfast
Nice location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort concerns
Bathroom facilities could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
7.25
The review mentions that the hotel wasn’t very clean and that the mattress was tired.
Service
9.25
Multiple reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming staff.
Location
8.75
The location is generally appreciated, with easy access to nearby attractions.
Room Quality
7.75
Some rooms reported issues, such as a damaged radiator and small shower cubicles.
Amenities
8.25
Amenities like friendly service and good breakfast contribute positively.
Value for Money
8.75
Value perception is based on the overall satisfaction expressed by guests.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Food received high praise with mentions of excellent breakfast and dining options.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall experience reflected a generally satisfactory stay with some noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:34

Property Description

Welcoming Atmosphere and Convenient Location
Located in Carrbridge, Cairn Hotel offers a cozy stay with easy access to nearby attractions such as Inverness Castle and Castle Stuart Golf Links.

Delightful Dining Options
Start your day with a delicious continental or Full English/Irish breakfast, and later savor British cuisine at the on-site restaurant with special dietary options available.

Fun Activities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy a game of billiards or darts at the hotel, and explore popular activities like skiing and fishing in the surrounding area. Don't forget to visit Landmark Forest Adventure Park and Boat of Garten Golf Club nearby.

Ready to experience a memorable stay at Cairn Hotel? Book now and secure your spot!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1055 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Roman • solo_traveller • at
6
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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William • extended_group • gb
8
Charming hotel in a picturesque village
Pros:

The staff at Cairn Hotel couldn’t be better - they were all friendly and extremely helpful. The room was comfortable and clean and perfect for a night’s stay on the way north to do the NC500.

Cons:

It’s an old building, so it’s somewhat understandable, but the WiFi signal wasn’t the best - though the speeds were reasonable when you did get a good signal (30Mbit down which is better than a lot of hotels!).

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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ANDREW • family_with_children • gb
10
Great Hotel, food outstanding
Pros:

The food was excellent, the accommodation was good and as expected, overall excellent experience and the staff were very good.

Cons:

Bit dated rooms, but kind of expect that.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • ie
8
Loved the place and will return, but felt it was a little expensive.
Pros:

The bar and food here were excellent. The breakfast was the best of our trip and the dinner was superb.

Cons:

The room was a bit cold and could have been warmer as the weather was poor during our stay.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Valérie • extended_group • fr
8
Hôtel typique et charmant. Personnel très agréable.
Pros:

L’accueil et l’ambiance du pub

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Leah • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • gb
5
Clean and easy to find.
Pros:

Easy to find.

Cons:

Dated and complicated. 2 buildings, difficult to find staff. Not clear when breakfast was served.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Pip • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Breakfast was great. The bed was comfortable, as were the chairs and the tea and coffee provisions were good as well.

Cons:

The pillows were a bit hard.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Dirk • extended_group • nl
7
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Gilmour • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great spot for travellers
Pros:

The location and breakfast.

Cons:

The staff were overrun at the evening meal which led to delays and some frustration. Staff themselves were helpful and working hard.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • solo_traveller • gb
8
Perfect for my needs, an overnight stay in Carrbridge
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Paige • solo_traveller • gb
10
Friendly small hotel with great food and drink
Pros:

The room was cosy and I was upgraded due to cancelations, all of the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, I had the best roasted red pepper soup and the breakfast was excellent with many options including a cooked breakfast including eggs, bacon, black pudding, tomato and mushrooms from local suppliers. The breakfast also came with a selection of tea, coffee and juice to chose from. They also have a large area for parking. The location is slightly inconvenient but well worth the detour.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Allister • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Quiet and comfortable

Cons:

Bathroom quite small

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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o neill • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Goodnight

Cons:

Nothing to not like

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect stay in Cairngorms
Pros:

Value for money can't be beaten. Great location for exploring Caingorms. Brilliant welcome on check in and a surprise room upgrade. Building is a little old, so don't book expecting luxury. But had everything needed. Room was clean. Lovely little touches such as Tunnock wafers with the hot drink selection. The pub was perfect for a pint before heading to bed. And the morning staff for breakfast were friendly and efficient. The breakfast itself was knockout. The quality and provenance of the ingredients shone through. Nothing cheap. Proper bacon, sausages and black pudding from the local butchers. A real gem of a find. There is no need to look for any other alternative if in the area.

Cons:

Nothing. All great.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
GREAT PLACE
Pros:

Nice place. good bed, good shower, good breakfast

Cons:

nothing

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Monika • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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steve • solo_traveller • gb
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not enough staff on in the bar so queued for a while to be served. Breakfast was supposed to start at 7.30, hung around until 7.45 but breakfast rom still closed, very disappointing as I had to leave for a meeting

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
7
Excellent food and location
Pros:

Excellent breakfast and pub dinner

Cons:

Dated bedroom

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee