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Reviews of The Craigdarroch Inn

4 out of 5
The Craigdarroch Inn
Foyers, Loch Ness, Near Inverness, Scottish Highlands, Inverness, Scotland

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 137 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 137 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, quiet and friendly. Staff first class.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing I liked about the property. It needed totally renovating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Bryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the only place we stayed at that had a king sized bed throughout our trip in scotland and because of that actually slept through the night, unlike everywhere else that have twins but we slept soo good that we woke only 15 minutes before checkout and so missed breakfast entirely. The pub downstairs was a real plus. They serve good beers and good food. The staff are friendly and helpful. But it is on the small side and like all pubs in Scotland fills up quickly so get there early. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The view of Lochness was very Special. The traditionally oriented decorations are cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Sovan, London

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
bad property in every respect, dirty, staffs are not trained , cannt recomend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Choice for Loch Ness Visitors
Excellent Hotel, direct view to Loch Ness, good price, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Janet, Vancouver, BC

Travelled with group
While the hotel has some charm, it feels dated and a bit shabby. The room was clean and quite spacious. The hotel is a 45 pound cab ride from Inverness.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Terry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was run down a bit although room was comfortable. However the service was terrible young people greeting and serving did not know anything from what wines they have to what local whiskey. Not helpful to any questions you asked. Did not eat here as it was not inviting at all Thought being in Scotland it would be run by friendly scots who would love to chat and for us to enjoy the local hospitality-that was not the case.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hatice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice veiws on a touring stopover.
Nice views of Lock Ness. Staff not too friendly, could be because they were French? Breakfast was extra although I booked breakfast with Hotels.com!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is somewhat run down and really isn’t a four star property. It does not compare to the other four star properties In Scotland where I have stayed. It is overpriced, presumably because of its location on Loch Ness.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Food in the restaurant very good. Decor is tired. Staff a bit scruffy apart from the reception man in a waistcoat. Breakfast was poor. Coffee stewed and lukewarm. Should not have to pay extra when paying the room price charged for cooked breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

SW-PNW, Seattle WA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Get a room with a view of the lake! We loved ours. A few niceties were missing, such as washcloths and hand soap for the sink, but no biggie. The location is a little out of the way, but we knew that in advance and really enjoyed it. Great beer at the restaurant/bar. Food is very hit and miss. The pizza was positively awful, while the curry was absolutely amazing. The included breakfast is definitely on the lighter side (cereal and toast), but you can pay for something more. Overall we had a great, relaxing stay and were very happy we chose this charming inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

JANETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Front desk, Craigdarroch on 17 Jan 2019
Thank you!

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room with big comfy bed! Staff were very welcoming and friendly. Nice creamy beer and the best burger we have had in a longtime.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place. Its the perfect spot to stay at the ness. Breakfast that is offered is a bit under portioned but does not lack on quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rosie, Inverness

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, helpful and cheerful staff, old world feel, comffirtable, great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort
Without a view of the lake, not the greatest
Our room had no views of the lake, and everything was sort of tired. Pillows were lumpy and the mattresses were old and saggy. Not our best night in Scotland. Staff was friendly, but no help offered with luggage as we climbed the stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jerry, edmonton, canada.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unexpected visit
The hotel turned out to be a saviour as we never intended to be there in the first place. We thought that the Inn was in Inverness not a 45 minute drive. Plus we had no car. A taxi took us there and a bewildered Canadian couple arrived. The staff , the room, the location, were all first rate. Good food, atmospheric pub, lovely hikes, and voila.....a memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan, North East

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice views but no Nessie
Excellent break in the north. The hotel is on a hill overlooking Loch Ness which meant the view from our room and the bar was stunning. Staff are very freindly and efficient and helpful with the local area. Food is very good and a decent choice. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Cozy
The breakfast was wonderful and we found our room cozy. The location is great, close to many pubs and restaurants and walking distance from the University.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If interested in stunning views and fresh mountain air this is your place. Inside and outside this place is lovely. Food could definately be better. Appears to be from grocers ready made freezer. However pizza looks good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

linz, Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel. Great view
Nice hotel. Great views of the loch. Friendly staff. Nice bar that serves good food. Rooms are nice and clean, bathroom could do with an upgrade, especially the shower. Comfy bed. Good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location
Fantastic location with very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our stay
Fantastic location and view. Food in hotel not very good. Breakfast very hit and miss.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning
Fantastic holiday - lovely hotel and staff with the most stunning scenery
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time there, would come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Scenery wonderful but would not recommend this Inn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Inn overlooking Loch Ness
Check in was easy and quick. We had a lovely room with an excellent view of the Loch. Went down to eat dinner at the pub/restaurant, which also has full windows and views of the Loch. Ordered the rump steak and the salmon. Both were perfectly cooked and delicious. Hung out at the bar after dinner with a few locals. Nice selection of the local highland whiskys. Breakfast the next morning was a choice of porridge, full Scottish breakfast, and a couple of other offerings, as well as cereal, pastries, fruit, juice, and coffee/tea. Absolutely beautiful hotel and very friendly staff. The only disappointment was that the Wi-Fi did not reach our room.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location.
Fantastic views from room. Friendly staff. For the price a cooked breakfast should be included. That was the only criticism. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Aloma T.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was okay. Beautiful countryside to explore.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Kev, Northwich, Cheshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight Stop over
Very friendly and helpful. Had to leave early and they were happy to provide a breakfast of some sort to see us on our way.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Poor
No way this a 4 * hotel may be 2* no reception check in at bar check out at breakfast table,the track to hotel not suitable for small cars.rooms need an upgrade,never again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dated hotel with very good staff and nice views.
The staff was very nice and helpful and the on site restaurant very good and views of the lake were lovely, but the rooms were quite dated and costs higher than they should be given the facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Tamra, Tampa, FL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beware! Not a 4 Star Hotel!!!!
4 star Inn, I don't think so! Campground blocking view along lake, not shown in photos. Trailers up on blocks next to Inn. Check in is curt, no help with bags, or shown to room. Hotel & room pretty rough. Carpets stained, old chipped bathroom. Nice bed spread though. Worst meal on our 3 week trip. Sit outside and enjoy the view of the campground & lake until the Midges came out. We were exhausted so decide to watch tv & get a good nights sleep. Cheap, tiny tv had chord outlet completely broken off. It was clear this wasn't a new problem based on dust around outlet. Housekeeping should have noted this when dusting since chord wasn't even attached. Wifi didn't work anywhere in the building. Worst part was the bed. The spacious room was a double bed pushed up against the wall with small area between other wall. Mattress was so bad, I kept rolling out of bed. Husband rolled against the wall. Worst nights sleep! Checked out early WITH AGREEMENT from management. Checked out, signed credit card receipt for 1 night. Get home to find the 2 other nights were charged to my card. When contacted, refused to refund, told the view of the Loch Ness should have outweighed the negatives. Great place if you just want a roof over your head, bad springy mattress, old & dingy Inn. Sad, with a little investment this could be a great place. How expensive is a decent mattress & tv! Shameful, owners are running to the ground with no reinvestment. Not to mention unethical & rude.
Horrible Mattresses!
Small, cheap broken tv
dirty comforter
Bathrooms ok, little dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Karl, oakland, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Off the beaten track, but nice surroundings.
Excellent staff. Dinner OK, but not much choice. Facilities OK, but not updated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint inn overlooking Loch Ness.
Country inn with great views from the front rooms. Spacious and comfortable. We arrived late and they graciously provided dinner at literally the last minute. It's a challenging drive on tight roads to the inn, but worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
A slight letdown
Hotel has barely changed in 12 years. Expected better as service was not very good and checkin was poor. Did not feel very welcomed or valued. Overall conditions were fine, but facilities were a bit tired and need refreshing. Cooked breakfast cost extra and should be included at that cost.

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

10/10 Excellent

Therese Lynn, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wish I had more time there.
Quiet, peaceful, and an overall wonderful experience! The staff were exceptional! The locals frequent the restaurant and pub, and are super friendly.

8/10 Good

Robert, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hard to get to, but worth it!
Single track driving is not my most favorable experience and much of the road leading from Inverness to Craigdarroch is just that - one way with a few surprises when someone pops over the hill coming the other direction! But once we arrived, we were very pleased. Though it was raining and dreary, the inn was warm and inviting. The staff and locals were very kind, the food good, and the scenery just what you would expect from a lake mountain retreat. If you're looking to get away from the crowds, but still stay in a comfortable location, this is it!

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful old house above the Loch
Stunning old house situated up the hill on the East side of Loch Ness - beautiful. They have a restaurant and bar, and stay open late.