Nestled in a serene rural setting, The Loch Ness Inn offers an idyllic retreat with a garden, cozy bar, and delicious restaurant. Connect to WiFi and unwind with luggage storage available for your convenience. Guests have praised the helpful staff.
Nessieland Castle Monster Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
Urquhart Castle - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 42 min drive
Inverness Station - 22 min drive
Muir of Ord Station - 23 min drive
Beauly Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Cobbs Restaurant - 7 min drive
Ness Deli and Cafe - 16 min walk
Fiddler's - 15 min walk
Shack's Fish and Chips - 5 min walk
Camerons Tea Room - 39 min drive
About this property
The Loch Ness Inn
The Loch Ness Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Urquhart Castle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1845
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Loch Ness Inn
The Loch Ness Inn Inn
The Loch Ness Inn Inverness
The Loch Ness Inn Inn Inverness
Frequently asked questions
Does The Loch Ness Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Loch Ness Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Loch Ness Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Loch Ness Inn?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Loch Ness Inn.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Loch Ness Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Loch Ness Inn and nearby?
The Loch Ness Inn has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Loch Ness Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.
What's the area around The Loch Ness Inn like?
The Loch Ness Inn is a short 16-minute walk from Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop and 18 minutes' walk from Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre.
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The Loch Ness Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Food
Room
Service staff
Restaurant
Location
Breakfast
Bar
Shower
Drinks
Pub
What guests liked
Breakfast options were excellent and the food quality was very high. (20 reviews)
The on-site restaurant served delicious food and drinks in a lovely atmosphere with friendly and helpful staff. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10
The only disappointment was there was no fridge in the room. Breakfast was delicious & comfortable rooml
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Very comfortable stay. I definitely recommend this place for friends and family. Food is great as well.
Mahesvaran
1-night trip
10/10
Best hotel I’ve stayed in for a long time
brian
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent location, great food & very friendly & helpful staff!
Linda
1-night trip
10/10
Lovely clean hotel , loved the shower, excellent food, beautiful scenery , friendly staff .. entertainment on Friday night was spot on .
Alison
2-night trip
10/10
Beautifully located Inn. Bedroom was comfortable, clean and quiet. Lovely comfy bed and bathroom with rainfall shower. The restaurant onsite is superb. Freshly cooked local products. Extensive wine list with a range of spirit options, including local spirits.
Sarah
1-night trip
10/10
Great place!
Lindsay
1-night trip
10/10
Small little hotel, amazing food, friendly staff, definatly recommand
nathalie
1-night trip
8/10
Great food and staff at this lovely Inn close to Loch Ness
Ruth
1-night trip
10/10
The restaurant here is amazing.
Eric
3-night trip
10/10
Lovely room staff great bar great and live music... An absolutely fantastic venue
Christopher
1-night trip
10/10
It was absolutely fabulous staying at the Loch Ness Inn.
Everything was perfect especially the food.
Loved the quiet area surrounding us.
A quality place to stay
Helen
2-night trip
8/10
Staff was very pleasant and welcoming. We had dinner in their restaurant and the food was great.
Deandra
1-night trip
8/10
Picture-perfect spot for a good rest and a delicious meal.
Eric
1-night trip
10/10
I loved this inn, we stayed for 3 days, everyone who worked there was very nice, the breakfast was delicious. We had dinner at the restaurant one night and the fish and chips was amazing. Very clean and close to activities in the area
Katelynn
3-night trip
10/10
We enjoy the stay very much. Bed was super comfortable and the pillows aswell. The food was delicious! I would love to have it again! I truly recommend staying here!
Ingrid
1-night trip
10/10
Very nice room and facilities, great location and veryg ood food.
Fiona
1-night trip
10/10
Charming, tasteful, clean and friendly rooms are comfortable and have everything you need. Easy walk to downtown. Just had one night but a favorite stop on our weeklong trip.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Staff were very helpful and friendly, rooms were very clean and comfortable and location was perfect
Stephen
10/10
The room was clean and ample. Excellent meals.
Kenneth
1-night trip
8/10
Lovely pub style accommodation. Decent menu. Friendly young staff.
Philip
1-night trip
10/10
We stayed in the hotel rooms which have been fone up and ard very comfortable. Staff are helpful and friendly.
John
1-night trip
10/10
The people are welcoming and friendly, the dinner and breakfast were very good. It's clean, easy to find and have a big enough parking lot.
Jose
1-night trip
10/10
Friendly, helpful staff. Bar area noisy and crowded. Food (both dinner and breakfast) were very good. Best cup of coffee I’ve had at a hotel in the UK.
Patricia
1-night trip
10/10
Although our room was small, it was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed one of the best dinner meals of our entire trip here. Highly recommend making a reservation to enjoy their restaurant for dinner.