The Inch Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Fort Augustus hotel

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Exterior
Pet-friendly
4 Poster Double Room with Loch View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
4 Poster Double Room with Loch View | Property grounds
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Fort Augustus, Fort Augustus, Scotland, PH32 4BN
  • Allt na Criche
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Clansman Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Urquhart Castle
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Small Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Large Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

4 Poster Double Room with Loch View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Fort Augustus

In historical district.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Fort Augustus hotel, you'll find Allt na Criche and Clansman Centre. Clog and Craft Shop is within 6 miles (10 km) and Drynachan Woodturning Gallery is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Allt na Criche - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Clansman Centre - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Falls of Foyers - 24 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 28 min drive - 23.2 miles
  • Urquhart Castle - 28 min drive - 21.0 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Canalside Chip Shop - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Inch Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Fort Augustus hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The Inch Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

This 3-star Fort Augustus hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Inch Hotel offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This Fort Augustus 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

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 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 ahead of time 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.00 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 20 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.00 per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Inchnacardoch
Inchnacardoch Fort Augustus
Inchnacardoch Lodge Hotel
Inchnacardoch Lodge Hotel Fort Augustus
Inch Hotel Fort Augustus
Inch Hotel
Inch Fort Augustus
The Inch Hotel Hotel
The Inch Hotel Fort Augustus
The Inch Hotel Hotel Fort Augustus

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Inch Hotel to the airport?

The Inch Hotel is 42.5 mi (67-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Inch Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Inch Hotel.

Does The Inch Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Inch Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 20 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Inch Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Inch Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Inch Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Inch Hotel have a pool?

The Inch Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Inch Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Inch Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Inch Hotel to downtown Fort Augustus?

The Inch Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Fort Augustus.

The Inch Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 474 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was a lovely place to stay near Loch Ness, with a view of the loch from our room. Service was very good, with attentive and kind staff. Food offerings were varied, and what we ate was wonderful. It seemed like the bathroom had been updated fairly recently, but the room could have used some new paint and carpet. Overall a great little place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel, though small, holds a rustic grandeur that encourages a long happy stay. Though my own stay was short (only 2 nights), I was able to explore the lucious ground and glenway trail that is connected to the hotel. As well as the friendly and helpful staff. The bar and restaurant were superb. Accommodations were alightly dated but held a rustic charm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room clean and comfortable. En suite a bit on the small side but as only staying one night it was adequate.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were disappointed that the Highland Cows had been moved and were not there. The views were lovely and the staff was super friendly and helpful. We had to drive to the town for dinner, but it wasn't too far and it was a nice little town with many dining choices. Our room was on the second floor and there was no elevator. Breakfast was delicious and very nice. There were nice rooms for visiting with other guests.
View from our room.
room had a nice seating area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very friendly. Wish that the highland cows were near the property like in the posting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic granite hunting lodge. Scottish charm and delicious meals. View of Loch Ness. Dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The eco shower system was a little hard to control for heat and cool
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Wilma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Surprisingly, Disappointed.😳 Have visited other hotels in hotel group, which were fabulous. Dinner menu did not change.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caisie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Excellent breakfast. Right on Loch Ness and close to trails for views of surrounding lochs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

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

Good location and comfortable hotel.

Located just outside Fort Augustus the hotel was easy to find and comfortable. The room was large and had views of the Loch which was lovely to wake up to. The breakfast was high quality and delicious. The hotels location makes it easy to access many of the attraction in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views of Loch Ness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad Ahsan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with an amazing view over the Loch Ness. Very clean and big rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A beautiful stay right by Loch Ness

We absolutely loved our stay at the Inch Hotel. It's in such a great spot - our day was spent visiting Culloden and Loch Ness with the intention of driving onwards towards Fort William. The Inch Hotel was in a perfect spot for a one night stop during this drive/trip. We loved that we could see Loch Ness from our rooms. The rooms were comfortable and decorated nicely. We loved the all-around coziness of the hotel. The carpet, decorations, and general look was exactly what we wanted in a small hotel. Our favorite part was the communal den - it had games, bookshelves, a wonderful fire place, and a gorgeous big window that overlooked the Loch. Also, we can't speak highly enough about the staff. They were kind and accommodating. I was very impressed! Finally, we had dinner and then breakfast there, and both meals were delicious. We had wanted to walk into town for dinner, but sadly arrived far too late in the evening to make it possible! But the next morning we did the walk into town, and it was an easy walk! I'd highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

We had a one night stay on our way back home from completing the NC500. We were made very welcome, including our dog. Food was excellent, staff very friendly and only a few minutes walk from the little town of Fort Augustus. Hotel was lovely, however looking a little tired. This hotel advertises that it has a malt selection of 60 varieties, we found this appeared to be much reduced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
It was the very definition of average — not too good, not too bad!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bebe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised on arrival at The Inch Hotel. The manager who checked us in was really friendly and helpful, he gave us lots of information on the local area and recommended places for us to visit and the best way to get there. Our room was possibly in the furthest part of the hotel and i couldn't get any wifi there but the size of the room, the bed and the overall cozyness made up for it. The en suite bathroom was a bit of a hazard, the light switch hit you in the face if you forgot it catches on the door and don't move quick enough, the shower was over the bath and without a none slip bath mat both me and my partner had a close calling getting out of the shower and both nearly slipped. We ate both breakfast and an evening meal here and both were excellent. All the staff were super friendly and helpfull. The bar area was cozy and there is a seprate room to relax in with comfy chairs and great views. There are loads of excellent prints/photos all around the hotel of wildlife and scenery, i would of bought some if they were for sale. I enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again if we were in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024