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Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
Riverside hotel with coffee shop/cafe, steps from Inverness Castle

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Ness Suite
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

Explore the area

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7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NF
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • City view

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Executive Double Room, River View

Executive Double Room, River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • River view

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Double River View | View from room

Double River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • River view

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • City view

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Ness Suite

Ness Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Lake view

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Family Room

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • City view

About the area

Inverness

At Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality you'll be within steps of Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .MacNabs Bar and Bistro is the hotel's own bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Inverness City Centre hotel include Inverness Cathedral and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre.

What's nearby

  • Inverness Museum and Art Gallery - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inverness Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Victorian Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 11 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grain & Grind - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Xoko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Number 27 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Riverside hotel with coffee shop/cafe, steps from Inverness Castle
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality also features 24-hour room service and a lift.

This 3-star Inverness hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 82 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 0 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality offers 82 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This Inverness hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 5 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • MacNabs Bar and Bistro
  • Victoria Restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per stay.

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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 6.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 5.00 per day (984 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per stay

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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, Diners Club, Barclaycard 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

As of 26 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality on 27 Jan 2026 start from AU$92.61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

The closest beach to Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality is Dores Beach (12.1 km).

Does Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors give a thumbs up to the English brekkie here! Available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

No, Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

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

Is there a golf course on site at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

There isn't one on site, but Torvean Golf Club is a short 17-minute walk away.

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1003 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

brian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Shower needed a deep cleaning as some mold was quite evident in many spots. Needs some minor maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Disliked: Room comfort
The check-in was okay but we did not feel as if we were being welcomed, it was simply a clinical check-in. When we entered our room which was described as an executive double room with river view, it was really chilly. There were two electric heaters in the room and only one, the smallest, worked. We had to borrow a portable heater from reception to take the chill of the room. The river view was impeded by the constant condensation on the single glazed windows. McNab's bar was very uninviting so we were only in it for a brief time. The breakfast was a self service buffet, which I would rate as good. There were very few staff members around for us to single out anyone for merit. Any contact we had with staff members was limited. The hotel does not have parking but there is parking nearby for £5.00 per day. The hotel was adequate for the purpose of our visit but I would not rush back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very large and comfortable room for our stay in Inverness. Just an fyi there was no parking on site but 350 meters away was a car park you are guided to use. Easy and not too expensive for the overnight. The location is excellent for walking around Inverness’ downtown core
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Etta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean but the bathroom door could not be shut…not very appropriate for 3 in a room… neither could we shower for that reason and also were instructed to keep door shut to prevent setting off the fire alarm. Breakfast was okay on our first morning, but on Saturday morning at 9.10 am there was no acceptable cooked food on display..just 1 sausage, 2 bits of dried up bacon, beans dried up, …no fried eggs, overcooked and dried up scrambled eggs. No fresh fruit either. We had no time to linger waiting for replacements as many others were doing. Very nice reception staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented a car at the airport and were able to park at a Cathedral nearby for 5pounds for 24Hr. We downloaded a walking tour and noted how close we were to all the pubs, restaurants and music.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many shops nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pauline

Breakfast and service was a disgrace food was cold and over cooked staff didn’t care
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lewis

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t go near this place!

Breakfast used very low quality ingredients, was luke warm and not fresh. We couldn’t eat it, so it was a waste of money. The staff were rude and unprofessional. In one of our rooms there was an explosion one of the electrical outlets, and all the socket in the room blew. I went to tell the receptionist and he shrug his shoulders and said ‘what can I do, there are no other rooms left, if it’s not still sparking then I’m sure it will be okay. So we had no power. I told him he just needed to flip the fuse and he said ‘if I start touching them, other people might not have power. Rooms were very dated, run down and not clean. The hot water took about 20 minutes of running before it went hot. Shower gel/ shampoo and hand wash were all the same, very low quality products. Rooms were dark and dingy and smelt like cooking. Other areas of the hotel were a mess. It’s a real shame because with a bit of care this hotel could have real potential because of its historical significance. Staff need to be retrained in the basics of hospitality, and the electrics need looked at too, as this place is really not safe! It is truly the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay in the centre of Inverness

A very convenient location next to the river. Close to everything. Charming Victorian hotel. Carpets need to be replaced, but generally the place was in good shape. Clean. Breakfast was classic buffet, nothing exciting, but plenty to eat and everything tasted fine. Dinner was pretty good. However, there are plenty of restaurants and pubs in the area, so I am guessing many guests are not having dinner at the hotel. The bar (in the restaurant) had a few draft beers and plenty of liquor choices. The staff members were all VERY friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As always. great stay and great service . Only gripe would be the breakfast . some items sitting out for a long time , dried out , and long wait for items that had ran out . Also the coffee / tea situation has changed and the coffee was awful . Would probably do room only next time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property is in a solid location right on the River Ness with the River walking paths right outside the front doors. For those riding the train. For those riding the train like we were into town, it isn't too bad of a walk from the station. Breakfast was good with a decent buffet selection and service was good from staff. A notable observation, not really a complaint, is that it is an older building so lots of creaky wood floors and our window would rattle a bit with strong winds. The layout will also have you going up stairs and multiple swinging doors as the elevator isn't always level with the room hallways. But there is definitely a charm to the antiquity of the building.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kiara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
convenient location right on the river. The hotel is quite outdated and needed some upgrades. Suitable for a couple nights stay. The staff were friendly and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant ambience. Room very good. Staff involvement adequate. Parking challenging. Disappointed that breakfast not included.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the old world feel of a historic building with updated modern conveniences. Very clean room with comfortable king bed and a wonderful view overlooking the Ness River. Modern, good sized bathroom. Has a lift (elevator) if you’re needing it, but easy stairs up to our first floor room. Staff at the desk were very personable and seemingly happy to accommodate any of our requests. No issues at all. Enjoyed the convenient onsite full bar and restaurant. Convenient to downtown and restaurants but not noisy at night. Highly recommended. Looking forward to our next stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We intentionally rented a room in a historic hotel for the experience of it, unfortunately, the beds felt like they were from the original construction. The beds were extremely hard to the point where it looked like the floor would be softer. In addition, there was no air conditioning or fan in the room. While we opened the window, we had to pull the heavy drapes to block the exterior lights. This defeated the purpose of opening windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

clair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great 2 night stay

Healthy breakfast available but also full English breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was poor. Would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very well located property to walk Inverness, beautiful view close to a lot of facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Arlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
In a great location very walkable to city centre and restaurants. Hotel could use a re-fresh - carpet needs replacing. Beds not very comfortable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025