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Deluxe Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing - Black Friars (Inverness)
This upscale accommodation in Inverness City Centre combines comfort with convenience. Guests appreciate the in-room WiFi, secure luggage storage, and especially the attentive staff who consistently make a positive impression on visitors.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Family Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Executive Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Double Room

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Exceptional
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  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Inverness City Centre, a neighborhood in Inverness, is home to Black Friars. Inverness Museum and Art Gallery and Eden Court Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Inverness Botanic Gardens and Inverness Leisure. Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park and Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Inverness travel guide
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Map
93-95 Academy St, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 1LX

What's nearby

  • EAX2E1 dh Victorian market INVERNESS INVERNESSSHIRE Interior of old shopping mall shops. Image shot 2014. Exact date unknown.
    Victorian Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • HDTCMN The Eastgate shopping centre in Inverness in the Highland Reigon of Scotland. SCO 11,266.
    Eastgate Shopping Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Inverness Castle
    Inverness Castle
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral
    Inverness Cathedral
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station
    6 min walk
  • Inverness (INV)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • The King's Highway (Wetherspoon)
    2 min walk
  • Black Isle Bar
    3 min walk
  • MacGregor's
    1 min walk
  • Hootananny
    3 min walk
  • Highlander
    4 min walk

About this property

Black Friars

Upscale bed & breakfast near Inverness Castle
Black Friars provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Black Friars boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Black Friars Inverness
Black Friars Bed & breakfast
Black Friars Bed & breakfast Inverness

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Friars pet-friendly?

Yes, Black Friars allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Black Friars doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Black Friars?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Black Friars?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Black Friars located?

Located in Inverness City Centre, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Victorian Market and Inverness Castle. Eastgate Shopping Centre and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre are also within 10 minutes. Inverness Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Black Friars Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 354 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect base for sightseeing and shopping..spoiled for choice of places to eat and drink..nearby multi storey car park ,reasonably priced,as no parking at the hotel..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent property and we really enjoyed our stay. Good value for Money with some nice amenities in the room and a good environment
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff was amazing. The food there is incredible as well. Please make a note that there is not an elevator so if you have any issues carrying your suitcases up a flight upstairs or two, you may want to reconsider. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were fantastic! Clean, comfy and modern. The beds were extremely comfortable and warm. We loved our in room tea/biscuit upon arrival. The staff was welcoming and knowledgeable. We definitely would stay here again. The one night we had supper in the restaurant was not great. Our soup was heavily salted and bread was cold and bit stale. But to be fair, we came in late and tired. Possibly if we had arrive earlier may have had a better experience. Overall, a great experience 5/5 for the hotel. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Black Friars has been our best hotel experience so far in our 2 week vacation in Scotland. Our room was very clean, comfortable, and had a lovely rainshower bathroom feature. One can hear some noise from the hallway & a room above. Not a deal breaker. There is no elevator. The onsite restaurant has a nice selection of entrees, very good tasting food and is reasonably priced.My traveling companion has high praise for the braised short ribs and their truffle fries with Parmesan cheese! Next, Black Friars is located in area close to the train and bus stations, Old Leakey's Bookstore, and a variety of shops. It is within easy walking distance of Inverness Castle and several interesting churches. I would certainly stay here again and recommend it's facilities to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nicely made up, very clean with restaurant conveniently downstairs. Small room was well done and well located close to the bus/train.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the Black Friar. Hotel was conveniently located and the staff was very helpful. Room was clean and sized nicely. We could walk to many restaurants and sights in the area. Loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've stayed here a few times and always had great experiences. All the staff are so friendly and helpful. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

They let us check-in early, offering us complimentary snacks and breakfast during our stay. The room was beautiful and cozy and every clean—would 100% recommend staying above this pub.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our overall stay was great! The room was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The floor was pretty creaky, but we didn't mind it really. All staff were very attentive and polite. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot above a beautiful historic pub. Was plenty quiet enough, and the family room provided plenty of space and privacy for us. Staff was lovely and helpful. Do note that there is not a lift/elevator and that all rooms are up at least one flight of stairs in case you have mobility issues. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is certainly a hidden gem located in Inverness. Upon arrival it was noticeable how clean the property looked. We were welcomed by a lovely young girl who checked us in and explained everything about our stay. The hallway up to our room was beautifully decorated and very modern looking. Our room was lovely, very spacious and it was spotless. The added bonus was the basket of goodies left in the room for us, my husband was very grateful indeed. We had continental breakfast as part of our stay and there was plenty to choose from. All in we enjoyed our overnight stay and we would definitely recommend the hotel to others 😀
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Great room, location, and restaurant. No complaint

Very well kept room and bathroom. We stayed for two nights and it was a very nice room with a great restaurant down below which we were very bummed we couldn’t go more than once.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family room close to train station and short walk to the river and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place. Everyone was very friendly, nice, and helpful! The restaurant was also great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was such a quaint room right in the heart of town, near train station and lots of walking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. An authentic Public house. Short walk to the train station and bus station. Walkable to restaurants shops etc. downside of the location is it’s a bit noisy at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredible!@!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Charming place to stay away from the crowds

Black Friars was an absolutely lovely place to stay, conveniently located away from the busiest streets, but still within walking distance. It was quiet; the staff was great; room was clean. We recommend! Things that may matter to you: there is no elevator, or air conditioning. Recommend the bar scene, and if you're there on a night "Old Fools" plays, don't miss them!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique boutique style accommodations with great view of city and wonderful restaurant downstairs!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent place to stay extremely convenient for walking to dining options and having a beverage around town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most amazing stay we had during our 2week trip. Rooms were comfortable clean and spacious. Owner and all staff were amazing and friendly !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice pub style restaurant nice clean comfy room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute and nice private hotel. The staff is all very sweet and kind. The room was very clean and had yummy snacks stocked for us as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly, and had good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024