Hootananny

Hotels
8.7 (275 reviews)
67 Church Street , Inverness , gb

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Invoice provided
Free wired internet
Internet access
Concerts/live shows

Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise from the pub
Issues with cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Some reviewers noted cleanliness, but issues like mold smell impacted the rating.
Service
9.2
Staff were frequently praised for being helpful and friendly.
Location
9.2
Multiple reviews highlighted the central and vibrant location.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms were described as comfortable and recently updated.
Amenities
8.7
Facilities like clean linens and a fancy coffee machine were appreciated, though some lacked a kettle.
Value for Money
8.2
Some guests found it a bit expensive for a pub experience.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Food in the pub was highly rated, although limited breakfast options were mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.7
Generally positive experiences noted, despite some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 12:17

Property Description

Hootananny is a charming hotel conveniently located in Inverness, offering a restaurant, free WiFi, and a bar. Prime Location The property is a short distance from key landmarks such as Inverness Castle and the University of the Highlands and Islands. Facilities Enjoy a comfortable stay in non-smoking rooms with convenient amenities. Nearby Attractions Explore popular sites like Strathpeffer Spa Golf Club and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery during your stay. Book now for an unforgettable experience at Hootananny!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 275 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Bobsk • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Big room
Central location
Kettle and extensive tea/coffee provisions
Staff responded to my concerns promptly

Cons:

- The hotel is above a bar, restaurant and performance space, but you can't get in unless you book before you arrive.
- No fridge in room

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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ann • couple • us
8
Loved our first night, not as much the second night.
Pros:

Decor was on trend and felt like a boutique hotel.

Cons:

This was the second night we stayed here during the trip (but in a different room). We loved our first nights stay. However, we could hear the music from the downstairs bar (not too loud, though), the wifi range did not apparently reach this room, bc we got no wifi, and there was a strong weed and cigarette smell drifting up from the bar downstairs.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Leisa • solo_traveller • au
10
It was the best place to stay covering every need you could possibly have
Pros:

Perfect location in the centre of town
Fantasticly fresh tidy room with all the little things done well
Pod coffee machine was special
Best pub/hotel we’ve ever stayed in

Cons:

The magnificent staff were the standout here
Extremely helpful
Nothing couldn’t be done to make our stay a pleasure
Super attentive without ever being overbearing

Food was great
Good choice and arrived quickly

A great music venue with local artists
Two sessions each nite
Music could NOT be heard in our room above

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Olga • couple • us
9
Great location in very authentic old house , but with modern bathroom and shower.
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

There was no staff around especially in the morning.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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ann • couple • us
10
Quiet, clean rooms with very cute decor. Surprised because it’s over a bar, but no noise at all.
Pros:

Very convenient. Very clean. Very cute decor.

Cons:

Nothing. All good.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • us
7
Not the best night sleep unless you are up late doing the bar scene.
Pros:

The bar staff is kind. The restaurant is good. It’s convenient to eat dinner and then go upstairs to sleep. The bathroom and room were clean. It’s a short drive to the airport.

Cons:

If you want to go to sleep before midnight, good luck. Also, we stayed in room 1 and there was the brightest street light shining into our room with no blinds. If you choose to stay here, you will want a sleeping mask and noise cancellation headphones or something.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The ubication was great, the room clean and comfortable 👌

Cons:

You didn't saw anybody to help you , no staf present ever

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Hôtel bien situé. Accueil du patron sympathique. Choisi pour son ambiance le soir.

Cons:

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2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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ANDREW • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Unbelievably easy check in. Walked up to bar and the bartender pointed us in the right direction. The ownership was very prepared for guests.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Eric • couple • us
7
Great, quirky stay in Inverness
Pros:

Great location. Well outfitted, very clean rooms. Surprisingly not much late night noise from the bar below.

Cons:

Check in is a bit confusing

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Fenton • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Music

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Di Fusco • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Bailey • couple • us
8
Pros:

Clean and great location -- cozy bed

Cons:

Instructions to check-in were not clear. One staff member was particularly rude when we made it clear that we were confused by the instructions.

No AC and no fan provided, so it was very hot in the bedroom.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
5
Let down by noise levels.
Pros:

Room was comfortable and clean with good bathroom,

Cons:

Whilst we were expecting some noise from the ceilidh at the venue we were not expecting the very high noise levels from the karaoke bar across the street until the early hours of the morning making sleep impossible.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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John and Cathy • couple • us
7
Cons:

We booked this months ago and did not notice nor recall that the check out time was apparently 11:00 am. We read all the information in the room as to check out time and there was nothing, so we thought we’d leave at noon. When the cleaning lady came into our room at around 11:30, she said we should have been out by 11:00 and when asked where that was posted, she simply referred to their website. Not helpful!

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • us
4
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Gijs • extended_group • nl
8
Gezellig en luxe, wel wat luidruchtig
Pros:

Mooie kamers, centrale ligging

Cons:

Wel erg veel nachtelijke geluidsoverlast, wat je op zich wel kan verwachten als je boven een kroeg gaat slapen

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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katjamauri • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Heinz • couple • ch
9
Cosy little Hotel
Pros:

Tolle Lage.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee