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The Royal Highland Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Eastgate Shopping Centre

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Located in central Inverness, The Royal Highland Hotel blends modern amenities with historic charm. Dine at Ash Restaurant, enjoy the café, and use in-room WiFi to plan adventures. Helpful staff assist with itineraries, and car rentals offer freedom to explore.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
The current price is NT$2,683
NT$3,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Double or Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Cozy Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Cozy Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Cozy Double/Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Station Square, Academy Street, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 1LG

What's nearby

  • Victorian Market - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inverness Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 5 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe De Paulo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scotch & Rye - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Platform 8 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Moonshine Inverness - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Highland Hotel

Hotel near Inverness Castle
Located close to Victorian Market and Eastgate Shopping Centre, The Royal Highland Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and car rentals on site. The on-site restaurant, Ash Restaurant, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Limo/town car service, continental breakfast (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, free newspapers, and wedding services
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms have comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Plasma TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, limited housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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 0.01 miles (GBP 9 per day)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 9.50 to 16.50 for adults and GBP 5 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ASH BAR
  • Ash Restaurant
  • Gallery Cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
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 available for GBP 50.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 9.50 to 16.50 for adults, and GBP 5 to 10 for children
  • Offsite parking fee: GBP 9 per day (0.01 mi away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal Highland
Royal Highland
Royal Highland Hotel
Royal Highland Hotel Inverness
Royal Highland Inverness
The Royal Highland Hotel Hotel
The Royal Highland Hotel Inverness
The Royal Highland Hotel Hotel Inverness

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Highland Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Highland Hotel?

As of 2025/12/10, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Highland Hotel on 2025/12/14 start from NT$2,683, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Royal Highland Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Royal Highland Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Royal Highland Hotel located?

Located in Inverness City Centre, this hotel is steps from Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market. Inverness Castle and Inverness Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Inverness Station is 5 minutes by foot.

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The Royal Highland Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1012 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Isobel

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location for rail travel and shopping,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Payton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such wonderful staff and an amazing atmosphere.made us feel completely welcome will definitely be back one day
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, quick checkout
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean nice room and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cutest hotel with so much character. The parking was rough as they only have a few spots but the car park was close by. The room and hotel were always clean and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, train station is steps away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is right next to train station and has retained its old world charm
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great & the hotel is right beside the train/bus station. In addition, it is a jewel box from the 1800s. It's old, but charming as all get out. The price is good too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby was impressive, staff friendly and hotel restaurant had excellent selections for vegan or vegetarian meals. Public parking was nearby. And the hotel is pet-friendly. We would come back again.
Lobby
Main entrance
Bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and the room was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dinner at the restaurant was good, beautiful stairway in the lobby, very convenient to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

SALLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk was attentive and got us into a queen room. Convenient location near food and shopping. Loved all the books
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient to train station, river, shops, and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cathlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was pleasant and comfortable and we had a nice view of the Square and unicorn statue from our room. Our room did not include meals so I cannot comment on the quality of the food, we ate at a lovely cafe around the corner. The area is very walkable and convenient. Would stay here again. We did have to park down the road away at a paid car park as there was very little parking on site.
The lobby and grand staircase
The Victorian market is just across the street. Has shopping and cafés
The view from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place and the proximity to the train station couldn’t be better unless it was actually in the station! I would stay again but the hotel could use updating. One of the rooms had some heating issues but was later relocated to a different room and the issue was resolved. However, the breakfast could use some work, the eggs were not very good and the baked goods a little dry.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Softer beds and pillows would be appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok restaurant small
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
WiFi didn’t work, lifts didn’t work, smart tv didn’t work so no streaming. Restaurant was just ok. Good locations and pretty hotel with old world charm but wouldn’t stay again. Staff was very very nice. Hotel certainly needs some modern upgrades.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

RODNEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Historic building, maintaining a lot of the historic features
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property location is outstanding as I traveled by train. Its central location makes walking around very convenient. Dozens of nearby dining options as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is conveniently located next to the train station. It has an elegant feel to the lobby and dining areas, the rooms on the top floor had an old hotel feel which added to the charm. The grand staircase is classic. It is located within walking distance to dining, shopping, River Ness and bus station. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely. Great base for shopping. Unfortunaely i wasnt to well so never got to try the restaurant but menu looke lovely.. was quiet at night and very comfy bed. Bedside lights werent working but thats just minor
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property has seen better days, but is very conveniently located near the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025