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The Ambassador Hotel

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A large, historic building with multiple windows and a prominent tower, situated by a river. - The Ambassador Hotel (Inverness)
A bar with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a chandelier, and a door with a sign. - The Ambassador Hotel (Inverness)
A room with a large window, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a chandelier. - The Ambassador Hotel (Inverness)
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A wooden table with a bottle, glasses, and a fruit platter in a room with patterned wallpaper and wooden beams. - The Ambassador Hotel (Inverness)
Close to Inverness Castle, The Ambassador Hotel provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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Room options

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View all photos for Superior Single Room

A hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a television.

Superior Single Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a television.

Deluxe Single Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with a white comforter, a wooden dresser, a nightstand with a lamp, and a sign on the wall.

Standard Single Room

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Single Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a dresser.

Executive Single Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of trees.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • River view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a view of a body of water through the window.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • River view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a wooden herringbone floor, a large bed with a wooden headboard, two armchairs, a small round table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Premier Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Presidential Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area, and a TV on the wall.

Presidential Suite

  • River view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a small table with fruit, and a view of a body of water through large windows.

Executive Suite

  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Suite

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a lake.

Traditional Suite

  • River view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Suite

A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden ceiling fan, and a chandelier.

Premier Suite

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a dining area, a seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Suite

  • River view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Suite

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a dining table with chairs, a small round table with a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Suite

  • River view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located on a river, The Ambassador Hotel is in Inverness City Centre, a neighborhood in Inverness. 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. Visit our Inverness travel guide
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4 Ardross Terrace, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NQ

What's nearby

  • A historic church with twin towers and a surrounding park.
    Inverness Cathedral
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A modern building with a glass facade and a covered entrance area.
    Eden Court Theatre
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A shopping center with a distinctive logo and signage.
    Eastgate Shopping Centre
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic castle on a hill with a river in the foreground.
    Inverness Castle
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station
    12 min walk
  • Inverness (INV)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min walk
  • The Castle Tavern
    8 min walk
  • The Gellions
    4 min walk
  • Johnny Foxes
    4 min walk
  • Number 27
    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

  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 4 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per day

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, debit 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ambassador Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 5 per day.

What time is check-in at The Ambassador Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ambassador Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ambassador Hotel located?

Located in Inverness City Centre, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Inverness Cathedral and Inverness Castle. Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre are also within 10 minutes. Inverness Station is 12 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

The Ambassador Hotel Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice! Heated bathroom floors, great shower, all toiletries provided! Afternoon tea was lovely. And dining was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ambassador Hotel is beautiful and the staff was extremely friendly and professional! The hotel is in a lovely locations, the rooms are all unique and have lovely views, comfortable beds, and luxury bedding. The restaurant is top notch!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a wonderful location right on the River Ness walk. Walking distance to so much. Beautiful room and hotel. Excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ADELE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I love luxury and The Ambassador absolutely delivers that. We stayed in the Maharaja Suite. It was exceptional with the stunning views of the river. One of our favorite hotel Suites we have stayed in while traveling around the world.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay at this hotel and were well looked after.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room! Great location! Super friendly and helpful staff! Breakfast was delicious and generous! We really enjoyed our stay at The Ambassador.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucrecia Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel experience. The entire staff was so attentive and nice. Rooms were fantastic and buffet was delicious. Afternoon tea was the cherry on top. Absolutely loved this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fully a delight for a hotel, clean welcoming and every detail attended to. Even a weather forecast. Outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Berenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disfrutamos el hotel, la cama excelente y la atención
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Merike

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026