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Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive

4.0 star property

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)
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Indoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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8 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NG
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastgate Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Executive River Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Executive River Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Inverness

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive places you in the centre of Inverness, steps from Inverness Castle and within a short 5-minute stroll of Inverness Cathedral. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at The Pretty Woman Spa can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. Brasserie serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and sauna. 323 square feet (30 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Inverness City Centre hotel include Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Inverness Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victorian Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 11 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Number 27 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Xoko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 323 square feet (30 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, spa services, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Inverness hotel is smoke free.

  • 110 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 323 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive offers 110 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Inverness hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The Pretty Woman Spa has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

The spa is open selected days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 10 per stay)
  • Limited on-site self and valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 10 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 14.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Brasserie

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (64 centimetre high)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property also serves Jain vegetarian food. Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and from GBP 14.95 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 10 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel
Best Western Palace Hotel
Best Western Inverness Palace
Best Western Palace
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel And Spa
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel Inverness
Inverness Best Western
BEST WESTERN Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Scotland
Best Inverness & Spa Inverness
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Hotel
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Inverness
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Hotel Inverness

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

Yep, Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive has a free self car park. Additionally there is valet parking for GBP 10 per stay. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

The closest beach to Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive is Dores Beach (12.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

Yep, The Pretty Woman Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive have a pool?

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive has a pool and an indoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive is a hit with families.

Does Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is available weekdays from 7 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

No, Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

There isn't one on site, but Torvean Golf Club is a short 16-minute walk away.

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

maressa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff, comfy bed and brilliant breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect 2 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel in a fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All the staff were lovely, rooms spotless and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location , awesome venue and amazing staff , we can't wait to return
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with easy access to Inverness city center with excellent restaurants. Beautiful View of the river and castle. Bonus with a nice pool/sauna free of cost.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, helpful staff, amazing facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service, ease of check in. Room clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel on our Scottish travels. Room was spacious, clean and comfortable. My wife who is not very mobile found movement around the hotel excellent for her needs and staff helped in ensuring diable parking available Dinner and breakfast service and food choices also excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Solomon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was the loveliest room of our honeymoon through the highlands. We really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Laundry service good and bar service good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was comfortable and breakfast was spot on
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3rd visit to The Palace, and again such a lovely experience. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. Stayed in the adjacent building, which was lovely with Castle view. Parking limited, but parked with ease.Spa facilities a bonus. Excellent location. Both my daughter and I now have this as our favourite hotel in Inverness.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very enjoyable stay. The room and facilities were lovely. Only complaint was there was a dog barking on my second night and some noise from other people staying in the hotel. The gym and swimming pool were very nice. Close proximity to lots of places to eat in the city centre. The hotel is situated in a Beautiful spot looking at the castle and the best view down the river Ness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
wonderful friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sujit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room and special thanks to Mathew for upgrading our room to river facing. Staff are very courteous and helpful The Spa onsite is a welcome. The charging station was electric cars were not fully functional but staff did try to reserve one for me. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very helpful staff lovely coffee and wine in the bar. Will visit again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and modernised hotel great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love Inverness Palace
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just a superb experience in all respects
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always great place to stay. Clean tidy great staff and service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was just righr
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at restaurant were lovely especially the young guy who was doing accountancy at Aberdeen University .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025