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The National Hotel

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

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Cafe
Front of property - evening/night
Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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High St, Dingwall, Scotland, IV15 9HA
  • Dingwall Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Inverness Castle
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Inverness Cathedral
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Dingwall

In Dingwall .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Dingwall Museum and 3 miles (5 km) of Blackmuir Wood. Eagle Stone and Castle Leod are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Dingwall Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Strathpeffer Pavilion - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 22 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 22 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Eden Court Theatre - 22 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

  • Dingwall Station - 2 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ord Arms Hotel Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Storehouse Of Foulis - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Glen Ord Distillery, Visitor Centre & Whisky Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cookies chinese - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Strathpeffer Old Station - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The National Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Dingwall hotel
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business center.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The National Hotel also features coffee/tea in a common area and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Dingwall hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The National Hotel offers 42 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 13.50 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:30 AM

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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number SC721829

Property is also known as

The National Hotel Hotel
The National Hotel Dingwall
The National Hotel Hotel Dingwall

Frequently asked questions

How close is The National Hotel to the airport?

The National Hotel is 20.8 mi (30-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The National Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The National Hotel.

How close is The National Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 16.1 mi (26-min drive) from Rosemarkie Beach.

Does The National Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The National Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 7 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The National Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The National Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The National Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The National Hotel have a pool?

The National Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The National Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The National Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The National Hotel to downtown Dingwall?

The National Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Dingwall.

The National Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 151 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Lenard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
If looks was the key factor for the room it deserves a 4 but when the 2 main light did not work, TV shuts down after 5 minutes, could not take a shower because only scalding hot water came out, took 2 people to open window a couple inches with blocks of wood I can only give the room a 2 out of 5. Breakfast same rating as room as most of the food that should be hot food was cold.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Traveled with family
Beds are fine, it was nice a blanket was on the beds as the quilts are too hot. We still had to have the window open because the room was too warm. Property is run down and could use an update. It’s close to town so there is lots of restaurants to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel room lovely and staff very efficient and friendly would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small rooms and basic, but a good price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The beds and pillows were clean and comfy, the shower was nice, bathroom has been updated. We were in room 115 and the rug was absolutely disgusting!! We would not put our feet on it nor any of our baggage. We ended up putting the blanket from the bed down to cover it as it made us ill just looking at it. It would be for this reason only as everything else was good but we would not reccommend this stay. Hopefully the rugs will be replaced.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Area was nice and quiet. Hotel looking tired need of refurb.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
The area around the outside of the hotel and where you parked your car was a bit dirty. The property itself was OK but when we arrived it looked closed up and not very inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious,spotless and very comfortable.the massive double walk in shower was amazing and our bed was very comfortable.I would definitely recommend this hotel,just sorry that we couldn’t stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in smooth and informative , very pleasant. Breakfast nice and sufficient. Staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynne

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cheap and functional

Very helpful staff as I needed a check-in after 8pm which they had to accommodate for
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and bathroom. There appeared to be a lack of staff for the number of people staying. This was very evident at breakfast on the Sunday. The bar closing at 9pm was also very dissapointing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dionne

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

Brilliant

3 nights and very comfortable. Lovely staff everything you need for a comfortable stay is here .a small few issues but nothing mayor shower was cold and ran slowly . Bar to open later. Noisy fan But we could live with that
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Value for money

I was not expecting a lot when I booked but I was pleasantly surprised both by the service I received from the very friendly, helpful staff and how comfortable the bed was although the room was small there was plenty of storage. Everywhere was well maintained and spotlessly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were in a small double which was ok for what we paid but there was a crack in the sink, shower and floor tiles as well as a trip hazard with the carpet loose upon entry to the room. Room was very cosy when we arrived but heating was off both mornings even though it was very frosty conditions. Breakfast was filling and good selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Good value for money (winter rates)

Short business trip. Ideal location for me. Recommend room 101 as the shower was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

WILLIAM

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024