The Anderson

Hotels
8.3 (317 reviews)
34 High Street , Fortrose , gb

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Free
Children allowed

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 317 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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Allison • extended_group • fr
7
A charming traditional Scottish hotel with an excellent restaurant, friendly staff and a perfect central location.
Pros:

We stayed at The Anderson with our group of six friends and enjoyed its authentic Scottish character and excellent location right in the heart of Fortrose. Some of the rooms on the second floor have been renovated, while those on the first floor are more traditional and could benefit from some updating.

The staff were friendly and welcoming throughout our stay, and the restaurant was excellent, serving delicious food. Breakfast was good, although it wasn’t our favourite of the trip.

Cons:

The only downsides were the hot water issues for the showers and the noticeable dampness in the first-floor rooms, with dehumidifiers provided and some mould stains visible on the curtains. Despite these points, we had a pleasant stay and appreciated the hotel’s charm and convenient location.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Keeley • couple • gb
7
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Calum • couple • gb
10
Amazing quirky hotel with a brilliant pub and incredible staff!
Pros:

This is a fun, quirky hotel where the staff will do anything to make your stay fun! The bar and restaurant are amazing and from staying just one night I’d recommend staying in the hotel, enjoying the bar and restaurant and the quirks of the hotel - dvds to borrow in your room, fun artwork and beautiful drinks downstairs!

Cons:

Only thing would be the shower pressure wasn’t amazing!

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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solveig • couple • dk
4
Lige dele sjusk og charme.
Pros:

Venligt personale. Hyggelig pub. God morgenmad. God restaurant. Værelset hyggeligt indrettet.

Cons:

Der var beskidt i alle hjørner på værelset og i restauranten. Værelset sjusket. Sengen smal og meget blød. Murværket afskallet. Alt var slidt.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Maria-Luiza • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

L'accueil a été très chaleureux

Cons:

La qualité du matelas.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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