The Anderson

Hotels
8.3 (307 reviews)
34 High Street , Fortrose , gb

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Comfortable beds
Scenic location
Cons:
Exterior appearance
Small room size
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.51
Concerns about the exterior and a few mentions of dusty furniture.
Service
8.98
Staff were consistently described as friendly and welcoming.
Location
8.52
Great location cited in multiple reviews, yet some comments on exterior appearance.
Room Quality
7.47
Mixed feedback; some rooms described as small and a bit dated.
Amenities
8.5
Good selections for whisky and food, but some infrastructure concerns raised.
Value for Money
8.46
Overall impression of good value for the services offered.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Food quality praised in several reviews with specific mentions of excellent breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.48
Despite some negatives, the overall stay was highly regarded and memorable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:28

Property Description

Scenic Location and Nearby Attractions
Discover the charm of Fortrose at The Anderson, just steps away from Rosemarkie Beach and a short drive to Inverness Castle.

Comfortable Accommodation and Dining Options
Relax in non-smoking rooms equipped with modern amenities, and indulge in delicious American, British, and Pizza cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

Recreational Activities and Services
Unwind in the hotel garden, enjoy a game of darts, or explore hiking and fishing opportunities in the area surrounding The Anderson.

To book your stay and experience the best of Fortrose, visit our website now!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 307 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.51
Service: 8.98
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 8.48
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Darren • couple • gb
4
Probably won’t go back
Pros:

Staff were friendly

Cons:

Needs a good clean and redecorate the rooms could also do with new mattress

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • fr
9
Like some other people have from outside you wonder what you are going into but once in you very happy you chose the pla
Pros:

The bed was comfortable and the food delicious. What more do you need.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Harry • couple • gb
8
Not super smart but great value. Fortrose in a great location
Pros:

Breakfast was great, as were the staff. Ale selecton was good.

Cons:

Rooms were a little tired.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • de
9
Pros:

Außergewöhnliches Hotel mit sehr guter Bar und Restaurant

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Roch • couple • fr
10
Chambre cosy et ambiance sympa au restaurant/pub
Pros:

Tout, la chambre cosy à l’ancienne, le restaurant le soir, le personnel chaleureux et joyeux , les bières de toutes les saveurs, et le petit déjeuner garni façon Scotland

Cons:

Rien (tout est vieillot, mais c’est ce qui fait son charme)

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • solo_traveller • gb
10
A very enjoyable stay at The Anderson
Pros:

We had one night at The Anderson and it was brilliant. Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Bar very interesting and the evening meal we had was superb. Icing on the cake was dolphins at Chanonry Point the next day!

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
10
An absolute gem of a find. Full of character!
Pros:

An absolute gem. So many interesting things to look at. Great books to read and really friendly staff. The host was so lovely and looked after us. The food is divine and breakfast is not to be beaten. We really enjoyed our stay. Great host, great place , delicious food and a comfy bed. What more could you ask for!

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Mae • couple • gb
10
Great food and great beer
Pros:

Great atmosphere

Cons:

Could with a bit of paint

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Romain • solo_traveller • be
8
Pros:

L'ambiance est juste top ! Personnel aux petits soins et super agréable. Le bar est genial

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Robin • extended_group • gb
9
Quirky, interesting, different, unusual, and well worth a stay
Pros:

What a gem. Quirky, interesting, different, unusual... much more enjoyable than a bland chain hotel.

The food was great, the hidden "public bar" was outstanding, and the staff were human.

Highly recommended - just ignore the apparent lack of maintenance outside...

Cons:

Jim's dry sense of humour won't suit everyone - but I think that's deliberately so!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Bernhard • extended_group • ch
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Helena • solo_traveller • se
5
Cons:

Ofräscht på toaletten. Smutsigt duschdraperi. Mycket litet rum, väldigt trångt.
Smutsigt i foajén.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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gary • couple • gb
6
Would not stay there again
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The decor was outdated, time taken for food to be served and felt it was not value for money

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Christa • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Jim and his staff were super friendly and great to chat with. Yummy food at the pub downstairs. Good location. Spacious room. Would stay again!

Cons:

Beds were quite soft

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Darshan • couple • se
8
Comfortable hotel in a beautiful countryside location
Pros:

Calm hotel.
Helpful personnel. Love Scottish people !
Close to chanonry point.
Comfortable beds
We sighted dolphins in the nearby sea

Cons:

The toilet flush make such a strange noise for a few seconds every time, it sounds like a demons burp 😀

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • extended_group • gb
1
Disappointed. Over priced.
Pros:

The Staff

Cons:

Worn old and tired, need updating and decorating, is marketed as being quirky but is actually grotty. All sorts of awards on display, however lates dates from 2009. If we hadn’t of pre-paid wouldn’t have stayed.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • de
8
Cons:

The plumbing needs work

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • nl
7
Echte pub
Pros:

Locatie en sfeer

Cons:

Te klein bed, beetje verouderd allemaal

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • couple • au
9
Pros:

A large comfortable room with very friendly and welcoming staff. Breakfast was delicious and the servings were generous.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee