Coul House Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Georgian hotel with free breakfast

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Garden
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Garden
Fireplace
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Contin, Ross-shire, Strathpeffer, Scotland, IV14 9ES
  • Place, Falls of Rogie
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room (Large)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Large Double or Twin with Preferred View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Large Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room with Preferred View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Small Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Strathpeffer

In historical district.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Strathpeffer hotel, you'll find Falls of Rogie and Loch Achilty. Eilean nan Uan and Blackmuir Wood are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Falls of Rogie - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 38 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 39 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Eden Court Theatre - 39 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Urquhart Castle - 58 min drive - 32.7 miles

Getting around

  • Garve Station - 10 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glen Ord Distillery, Visitor Centre & Whisky Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Khan Tandoori - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Masala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ord Arms Hotel Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Miss Ying Thai - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Coul House Hotel

3.5-star Georgian hotel with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Coul House Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Strathpeffer hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1821
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Coul House Hotel offers 21 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 22-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. This Strathpeffer hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Coul House

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Coul House Hotel to the airport?

Coul House Hotel is 26 mi (41-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coul House Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coul House Hotel on Jun 5, 2026 start from $407, including 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.

Does Coul House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Coul House Hotel.

Does Coul House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Coul House Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Coul House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Coul House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Coul House Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Coul House Hotel have a pool?

Coul House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Coul House Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Coul House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Coul House Hotel to downtown Strathpeffer?

Coul House Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Contin.

Coul House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 203 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect stay in terms of location, hotel facilities and customer care.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Satej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely building with excellent rooms, beautiful grounds and excellent surroundings. The food was lovely and staff are exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay. Great location, great hotel, great food, great service Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A most relaxing and friendly hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful renovated hotel in the Highlands, with lovely dining and breakfast. We enjoyed the stay. There are walking paths around the hotel and hiking trails all over the local area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a country house. The welcome, room and dining options were amazing to say the least. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food was amazing Staff helpful and obliging. Room a bit small and dated but surroundings beautiful. Didn’t detract from our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil, friendly, relaxed, excellent service and delicious food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent… lovely food and drinks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and grounds. The staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty property with very nice staff. The food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely a beautiful property!! A must while in Inverness!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In addition to excellent accommodations and a very good restaurant, the grounds of CoulHouse are exceptional and we enjoyed walks in the lawn and among the trees.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property for relaxing and enjoying the area. The breakfast was awesome and dinner options were great as well. I look forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel run on traditional values. Nothing is too much trouble. Dinner and breakfast were top quality.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

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

A Coul gem.

Excellent stay in this lovely hotel. Very high standards throughout but also friendly and welcoming staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

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

We'll be back!

We had a fabulous time. The hotel is utterly charming, a beautifully restored Victorian Country House. The owners and staff were outstanding in their friendliness and service. The food was just amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice. Dining room is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

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

Birthday Stay

Easy to find, Plenty of parking Great stay, clean fresh room Friendly staff very welcoming atmosphere Excellent food, fresh and tasty local produce lovely birthday celebration Highly recommend a visit to eat or to stay you wont be disappointed!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel, run by fantastic people and a charming staff in an idyllic location in the Scottish Highlands. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Delightful oasis near Inverness

Wonderful spot to stay from which to explore the highlands. Very kind and attentive staff. Beautiful old house with timeless elegance and comfort. Great breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. The walk up the back road from the property was beautiful. Rooms well appointed. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023