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The Ambassador Hotel

3.5 star property

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A large, historic building with multiple windows and a prominent tower, situated by a river.
A spacious lobby with a large window, elegant furniture, and a chandelier.
A wooden table with a bottle, glasses, and a fruit platter in a room with patterned wallpaper and wooden beams.
A bar with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a chandelier, and a door with a sign.
A room with a large window, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is AU$1,111
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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4 Ardross Terrace, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NQ
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastgate Shopping Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Single Room

A hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a television.

Superior Single Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a television.

Deluxe Single Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with a white comforter, a wooden dresser, a nightstand with a lamp, and a sign on the wall.

Standard Single Room

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Single Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a dresser.

Executive Single Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of trees.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • River view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a view of a body of water through the window.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • River view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premier Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a wooden herringbone floor, a large bed with a wooden headboard, two armchairs, a small round table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Premier Double or Twin Room

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Presidential Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area, and a TV on the wall.

Presidential Suite

  • River view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a small table with fruit, and a view of a body of water through large windows.

Executive Suite

  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Traditional Suite

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a lake.

Traditional Suite

  • River view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premier Suite

A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden ceiling fan, and a chandelier.

Premier Suite

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a dining area, a seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Suite

  • River view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a dining table with chairs, a small round table with a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Suite

  • River view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Inverness

The Ambassador Hotel places you steps from Inverness Cathedral and within a short 5-minute stroll of Eden Court Theatre. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The guest house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Inverness City Centre guest house, attractions include Inverness Castle and Loch Ness.
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What's nearby

  • Inverness Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Inverness Castle - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Victorian Market - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 12 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Number 27 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grain & Grind - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ambassador Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Inverness guest house is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ambassador Hotel offers 12 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Inverness guest house 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 request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 5 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 4 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day

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
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, 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.

We should mention

  • Children 4 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Strathness House Inverness
Strathness House Guesthouse
Strathness House Guesthouse Inverness

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ambassador Hotel?

The Ambassador Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ambassador Hotel?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ambassador Hotel on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,111, 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.

Is parking available at The Ambassador Hotel?

Yep, The Ambassador Hotel has a self car park for GBP 5 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to The Ambassador Hotel?

The closest beach to The Ambassador Hotel is Dores Beach (12 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ambassador Hotel?

No, The Ambassador Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ambassador Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ambassador Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ambassador Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Ambassador Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Torvean Golf Club is a short 15-minute walk away.

The Ambassador Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay at this hotel and were well looked after.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Berenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disfrutamos el hotel, la cama excelente y la atención
Stayed 1 night in May 2026