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Close to Inverness Castle, Black Friars provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with pillows, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a tray with tea set.

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Deluxe Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a door, a small chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Double Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, a round table with chairs, a window with curtains, and a wall with a leaf pattern.

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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93-95 Academy St, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 1LX

What's nearby

  • A spacious indoor market with a high arched ceiling, various shops including a barber shop, and a Christmas tree.
    Victorian Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A shopping center with a distinctive logo and signage.
    Eastgate Shopping Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic castle on a hill with a river in the foreground.
    Inverness Castle
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A historic church with twin towers and a surrounding park.
    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
  • MacGregor's
    1 min walk
  • Black Isle Bar
    3 min walk
  • The Mustard Seed Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    6 min walk

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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

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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. 245 out of 389 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 389 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 389 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 389 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 389 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Blaire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely, clean accommodations and the staff was very friendly! I really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well maintained, and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and the food down stairs quite good with a lovely bar area. People with disabilities should know it is a historic old building and did not have an elevator, but aside from that a perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Micki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, charming restaurant and bar and the staff was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kira

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is very old and the room reflects this. It is very small and cramped. The floor is sloped and there is very little sound proofing between the rooms. It is above the pub and you have steep stairs to climb without a lift. All of this would be fine except for the price does not reflect it. The breakfast was nice and the staff where friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the restaurant food was great. Be advised that you have to bring bags up a few steps because there is no elevator. The owner was wonderful and gave us great recommendations for dining and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, comfy bed, clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There weren't any amenities, but I knew that. Wanted a historic property & 1793 is about as historic as it gets! Food in the restaurant was really good as well
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jerika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location couldn’t have been better, room was comfortable and clean. A few things seemed like they needed some attention (coffee maker didn’t work, no anti-slip shower mat, keys were kind of annoying) but those were very minor and overall it was great. I’d recommend it for anyone staying in Inverness.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would rate my stay a 15/10. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The location was perfect for most attractions. I would definitely stay there again or recommend to a friend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic building is in the perfect location. The dining area is remodeled and absolutely beautiful. Food is really good. The rooms are very nice as well. Just remember there’s no lifts to rooms as it’s a historic building. The location is so close to rail and bus stations. The staff is super nice and very helpful with any needs you might have. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing! The food was prepared fresh and very tasty. The bar had a great selection. The room was clean and comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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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

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, safe, comfortable. Good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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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8/10 Good

Shane

Property was clean and bed was comfortable. Access was good. Breakfast option was nice with both included continental breakfast and hot options for a fee. There was a strange odor from the bathroom area but it was clean, fully usable. Bed was comfortable but room was tight for two people.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lotta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel with friendly staff! The building is old so you will hear when people walk in their rooms and innthe corridors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband really liked this hotel because it was quite spacious in the room and the bathroom and there was a laundry facility across the street and we badly needed to do a wash halfway through our Scotland Ireland two week trip. I thought the hotel was fine but nothing special and while the room seemed clean the carpets were worn and stained in some spots. No oat milk for my afternoon tea which is the first time a hotel hasn’t provided a dairy milk alternative. The weirdest part for me was the placement of one of the twin beds (I think I opted for two twins rather than a double bed) - my bed has its chargers behind my pillow and I bumped my head on the “side” lamp which was literally above my head (see photo) - clearly the room was designed for a double or queen bed! Also the parking situation was not very convenient and not included in my $450 hotel stay fee - about 2.5 blocks away at a public garage. And there was nowhere to pull up at the hotel on the busy street to unload and load our luggage. And three keys to get into the hotel, into the guest room area, and into your room (a big piece of wood attached to the keys / not so easy to put in your pocket!) I’d find somewhere else to stay next time I’m in Inverness for all these minor inconveniences that added up in my book.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very friendly and helpful. There is no lift so you’ll have to carry your bags (or ask for help). The place is conveniently located with a Spar store on the next block. The room was super cute and comfortable, but a little dusty. It’s an older building, so things are a bit older inside. I’d stay here again and recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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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