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The Loch Ness Inn

3.0 star property
Inn with a restaurant, near Urquhart Castle

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
BBQ/picnic area
Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (GBP 12 per person)
Front of property
The Loch Ness Inn, set in peaceful rural surroundings, offers a garden retreat after a day of exploration. Enjoy delicious local cuisine at the cozy bar and restaurant. Practical amenities include WiFi and luggage storage. Guests particularly appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Lewiston, Drumnadrochit, Inverness, Scotland, IV63 6UW

What's nearby

  • Nessieland Castle Monster Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Urquhart Castle - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 22 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cobbs Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ness Deli and Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lochview Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tea & Temptations - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fiddler's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Loch Ness Inn

Inn near Urquhart Castle
Consider a stay at The Loch Ness Inn and take advantage of a garden, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-in, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Loch Ness Inn have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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 concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1845
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is 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

Is The Loch Ness Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Loch Ness Inn?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Loch Ness Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at The Loch Ness Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Loch Ness Inn located?

Situated in a rural location, this inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nessieland Castle Monster Centre, Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop, and Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre. Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition and Urquhart Castle are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Loch Ness Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 509 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 509 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 509 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 509 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 509 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Amenities
Delicious breakfast and dinner. Staff excellent both breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, wonderful pub and restaurant. The establishment was very well run. Would definitely stay here again. Close to everything we wanted to see!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tremendous location, comfortable room and delicious dinner and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was very clean and staff were very friendly when approached. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Loch Ness Inn was a lovely and cozy place to stay while we were in the Highlands. The restaurant is world class! The food there is absolutely delicious! The location was great for exploring the local environment: the Loch Ness Centre, the castle ruins, and hiking trails to waterfalls and Craig are all within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great welcome. Very happy with our room. Comfortable and quiet. Not a lot of dining options so reservations are recommended unless you want some yummy pizza. It’s close by and was so tasty! Breakfast at the Inn was excellent. Many great options. We’re loved that the inn was only a 5 minute drive from the Urquhart Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel had lots of charm and was a convenient stop for our stay in Inverness. The food in the restaurant was delicious and artfully presented, and the pub was a great place for a nightcap. The room was comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. We really enjoyed our stay and I would recommend this property for future travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Masamichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel I’ve stayed in for a long time
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel , loved the shower, excellent food, beautiful scenery , friendly staff .. entertainment on Friday night was spot on .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Loch Ness inn was really amazing for our short stay in Drumnadochit! The free breakfast was probably the best we’ve ever had at any stay and the rooms were cute and comfortable! Would also like to give a big thanks to Oscar, who carried my friends luggage up the stairs and made sure that we were comfortable with our accommodation and overall just went above and beyond!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahesvaran

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

Nice Stay

Very comfortable stay. I definitely recommend this place for friends and family. Food is great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great food & very friendly & helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to main road without traffic noises. Wonderful staff and food. Bar at back of dinning room was well stocked with every scotch you could imagine. Lots of help choosing from the also very friendly locals.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. Staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food and staff at this lovely Inn close to Loch Ness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small little hotel, amazing food, friendly staff, definatly recommand
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The restaurant here is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Picture-perfect spot for a good rest and a delicious meal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The only disappointment was there was no fridge in the room. Breakfast was delicious & comfortable rooml
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room staff great bar great and live music... An absolutely fantastic venue
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

A comforting and welcoming place to stay

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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Quiet country Inn

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

Loved it

Very cute inn! Both the atmosphere and food were amazing. We absolutely loved our stay and would 100% stay again next time we’re in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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