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Situated where the River Ness meets the Moray Firth, Inverness is the largest city in the Scottish Highlands and a cultural gem. No visit here would be complete without taking in the 19th-century Inverness Castle or 18th-century Old High Church, both in the beautiful Old Town. You can also learn about the city’s history at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

Whatever you’re here to see you’ll find plenty of hotels to choose from, whether you’re simply looking for a cheap hotel in Inverness or a stay in a luxury Inverness hotel.

Hotels in Inverness

Inverness is a great destination for a city break and you'll find a good selection of chain hotels here, such as Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa. There are also artsy, boutique properties such as Rocpool Reserve Hotel, which has a hip cocktail bar and a fine-dining restaurant. Choose Heathmount for stylish, individually-decorated bedrooms, two bars and a restaurant. Both are situated less than a 10-minute walk from the Old Town.

Being in such a historic city, you may be tempted to stay in a hotel near Inverness Castle. There’s also plenty of accommodation in beautiful listed buildings, which offer both comfort and character. Glenmoriston Townhouse has a peaceful setting overlooking Loch Ness and a superb restaurant, Contrast Brasserie, that is a foodie destination in its own right.

For backpackers and travellers on a budget, take a look at the range of guest houses and hostels in Inverness. The three-star Waverley Guest House is in a lively area of town, and room rates include continental breakfast. There’s a shared kitchenette and lounge, too.

Hotels outside Inverness

The countryside surrounding Inverness is stunning, with breathtaking lochs (including Loch Ness), championship golf courses and a number of noteworthy historic sites; choose a hotel near Culloden Battlefield if you’re interested in exploring where the Jacobite rising of 1745 saw its bloody conclusion. A top choice in this area is the upmarket Culloden House Hotel, set in a 16th-century Jacobean castle with 40 acres of grounds. The art deco Macdonald Drumossie Hotel has views of the Moray Firth and a well-regarded restaurant.

As it’s so close to the world-famous Loch Ness, Inverness is also a favourite spot for the international monster-hunting contingent. Choose a hotel near the Original Loch Ness Monster Centre to learn more about this enduring legend. Even if you’re a non-believer, you’ll still find plenty to admire in Loch Ness’s incredible natural beauty – be sure to bring your hiking boots.

How Easy Is Getting Around Inverness?

Inverness is the main transport hub for the Scottish Highlands and is linked to the rest of Scotland by an excellent rail and bus network. The city itself is small enough to explore on foot, but you can hop onto a bus if you want to explore destinations further afield, such as Culloden Battlefield and the prehistoric Clava Cairns.

Double-decker bus tours are a good way to see all the sights and there are a number of specialised tours on offer to suit every interest, from Loch Ness and Glencoe to whisky distilleries. If you drive to Inverness, there’s plenty of reasonably-priced parking in the city.

Does Inverness Have Family-Friendly Hotels?

Inverness has loads of attractions aimed at kids, including an ice rink and a leisure centre with an indoor pool and climbing wall. Choose a hotel near Inverness Museum and Art Gallery and take the family to explore the history of the Scottish Highlands in a fun and interactive way. The Inverness hop-on hop-off bus tour is also a good way to see the sights at your own pace.

Then, of course, there’s Loch Ness – walk around the loch looking out for Nessie, the Loch Ness monster, or why not take a boat cruise? Another popular kids’ attraction is the Ness Islands Railway, a miniature steam train that runs through Whin Park. Family-friendly hotels in Inverness usually have baby equipment such high chairs and cots, and some have inter-connecting rooms.

Exploring the Scottish Highlands? Check out our hotels in Fort William, the gateway town for Ben Nevis mountain range, and our hotels on the Isle of Skye for rugged landscapes, fishing villages and sparkling lochs.