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Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
Travelers find excellent dining and drinking options with spectacular Highland vistas, while charming shops await just steps from this lively city center hotel.

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The Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality offers a welcoming retreat in Inverness City Centre, near the historic castle. Guests can dine at Victoria Restaurant, catch live music at the bar, and connect using complimentary in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a blue headboard, white bedding, and plaid pillows.

Executive Room

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(50 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double Room, River View | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Executive Double Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

Double River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • River view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Triple Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There are curtains, a picture on the wall, and a window with a view.

Ness Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located on the riverwalk, Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality is in Inverness City Centre, a walkable area in Inverness with great shopping. Uilebheist Distillery & Brewery and Torvean Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loch Ness and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Inverness Botanic Gardens and Inverness Leisure are also worth visiting. Water skiing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Inverness travel guide
Map
7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NF

What's nearby

  • A historic castle on a hill with a river in the foreground.
    Inverness Castle
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic church with twin towers and a surrounding park.
    Inverness Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A shopping center with a distinctive logo and signage.
    Eastgate Shopping Centre
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A spacious indoor market with a high arched ceiling, various shops including a barber shop, and a Christmas tree.
    Victorian Market
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A modern building with a glass facade and a covered entrance area.
    Eden Court Theatre
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station
    11 min walk
  • Inverness (INV)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • The Castle Tavern
    6 min walk
  • Number 27
    4 min walk
  • Johnny Foxes
    2 min walk
  • Xoko
    4 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

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (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 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

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

More

  • Phone

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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 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

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 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

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

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

What time is check-out at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality located?

Located in Inverness City Centre, this hotel is steps from Inverness Museum and Art Gallery and Inverness Castle. Inverness Cathedral and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre are also within 5 minutes. Inverness Station is 11 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

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the River Ness was stunning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved our stay and the staff was amazing. Everyone was helpful, friendly, and courteous. The Ness Suite was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the room was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Close to the city centre. Walking distance to everything. Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location for walking & right on the river.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best thing about this hotel is the Location!! It is a good value and wonderful view from a River side room.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was nice, the floor was a little unlevel as with is keeping with an old building. The reception staff was helpful and Stephen in the bar was super friendly. We enjoyed our stay there and would recommend it to anyone staying in Inverness. The location was excellent for city centre and the local attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Amenities
Room stunk. Small. Breakfast was pretty below average for most hotels. Lots of nice cafes around. Much better to go out. Parking “reimbursement” is just a voucher for the pub next door so do that we’ll be fore you leave. I’m sure there are better options for slightly more money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. Location was perfect, across the river from the Inverness Castle with restaurants and shops nearby. We loved our stay in Inverness!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only had a one night stay here, but it met all our needs. It was a great stop very close to city center and where we got on our tour bus. Large bedroom with a king bed. It is an older hotel so some age shows on the carpet and such, but it also added character.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly situated place within walking distance of the castle and shopping. Also nearby is a cool brewery/distillery. The staff was incredibly helpful in storing some medication for us. 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute hotel excellent location. The beds are not comfy. It was a rough sleep but everything else was amazing. The breakfast was quite good and self serve so you could take what you liked and skip what you didn't.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, friendly staff, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well situated for getting about seeing the sights. It is in need of some TLC but having said that, the rooms are all clean. The staff are extremely friendly and can’t do enough to help.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great river view, castle and town in the background.... great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Nice budget friendly hotel with view of Inverness Castle from river view rooms. Very nice bar area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely central location Cosy hotel and room, much appreciated on a snowy night! Staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dianne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and view was good. The hotel is very outdated. The wallpaper in the bathroom was peeling. The easy chairs were uncomfortable and one had a leg which was broken. The tiles on the bathroom floor were very cracked, some were loose and some cracked when I stepped on them. There was a very loud noise the whole time the water drained from the tub. Flushing the toilet also resulted in this noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Bathroom was not the cleanest when we got there but we were offered another room. Wish there had been a hair dryer provided. Overall the location was perfect and the room was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ginny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was super close to shopping and has a wonderful view of Inverness Castle, it is also right on the river. Needs some updating and fixing. Parking is down the street a block at the Cathedral where you can pay for 24 hour parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable. Made me feel welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great check in, room spacious clean and great view. Staff great and credit to hotel. Great value for money will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean nice and warm staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the classical style of this fine Victorian era hotel. We enjoyed the en suite room with a very comfortable bed and fantastic view of the castle and river. The photographs of people and days long gone that lined the hallways and stairways were very interesting indeed and definitely added to the essence of the hotel. Staff were great, very helpful and friendly. Lots to like at this well located hotel. Definitely would recommend for a comfortable stay in Inverness.
Columba Hotel Inverness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinn

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