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The Lovat, Loch Ness

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Loch Ness

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A large, white, two-story house with multiple chimneys and a grey roof.
A room with a yellow sofa, a pink sofa, a green armchair, and a round table with a vase of flowers.
A cozy room with a fireplace, green walls, and comfortable seating.
A bar area with wooden flooring, grey bar stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, Scotland, PH32 4DU
  • Place, Fort Augustus Locks‎
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Clansman Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch Ness
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Double Room (Master Bedroom)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with wooden shutters.

Double or Twin Room (Garden)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bookshelf wall, and a desk with a lamp.

Loft

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, plaid bedding, a mounted deer picture, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Room (Master Bedroom with Loch Ness view)

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

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a table with fruit, and a window.

Loft (with front view to Loch Ness)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • 53 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Fort Augustus

In Fort Augustus .Stay at this Fort Augustus hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Loch Ness and 2 miles (3 km) of Allt na Criche. Suidhe Viewpoint is within 6 miles (10 km) and The Falls of Foyers is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Fort Augustus Locks‎ - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clansman Centre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Loch Ness - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Urquhart Castle - 35 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • Inverlochy Castle - 56 min drive - 38.9 miles

Getting around

  • Roy Bridge Station - 32 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cobb's Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Lovat, Loch Ness

4-star Victorian hotel near Loch Ness
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Lovat, Loch Ness. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian Fort Augustus hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1879
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lovat, Loch Ness offers 28 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Fort Augustus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 25 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.
  • 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 25.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property class

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lovat, Loch Ness to the airport?

The Lovat, Loch Ness is 41.5 mi (53-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lovat, Loch Ness?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lovat, Loch Ness on Sep 5, 2026 start from $387, 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 The Lovat, Loch Ness have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lovat, Loch Ness.

Does The Lovat, Loch Ness offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lovat, Loch Ness, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 25.00 and 25.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lovat, Loch Ness?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Lovat, Loch Ness?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lovat, Loch Ness?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Lovat, Loch Ness have a pool?

The Lovat, Loch Ness does not have a pool.

Does The Lovat, Loch Ness have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Lovat, Loch Ness have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lovat, Loch Ness to downtown Fort Augustus?

The Lovat, Loch Ness is 0.1 mi away from Fort Augustus.

The Lovat, Loch Ness Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 318 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and staff. Wish we had arranged our trip to stay longer as it is convenient for the area. Would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff good shower big room. The food is nice but a bit pricey
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly Staff and clean comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel with wonderful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, friendly and helpful staff, a superb, and I really mean superb, restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, pleasant staff, quiet but central location. Good sized room, nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We totally love it, the breakfast and the dinner were amazing
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andy

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

Lovely Lochness stay

Nice hotel, nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Great towels but breakfast should always be included
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, large comfortable room wonderful breakfast. Unfortunately, restaurant not open Sundays/Mondays when we were ther.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place was lovely. Really enjoyed our stay and wished we'd booked two nights.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the stay we had at the Lovat. Breakfasts were delicious and the proximity to the lake and local attractions was a bonus. The staff were incredibly welcoming too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Lovely hotel

Very comfortable, clean friendly and beautifully furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were well acquainted, as well as the lounges. Staff was eager to help and extremely hospitable. Would definitely stay here again if our travels took us that direction.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Lovat. The staff was the best of all of Scotland(from Edinburg, Fort Augustus and Isle of Skye). The hotel is beautiful and you can walk a short distance to town. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service by staff lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning family-run hotel with several gorgeous lounge areas to relax in. Wished we had time to stay for longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, comfy and elegant building, great extras and treats.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Klara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lovat is gorgeous and has a charming traditional style.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Exemplary property, almost right on top of the locks into Loch Ness. Wonderful experience in its totality. Definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Amenities
Everything was absolutely perfect! When the minute we walked through the doors of this lovely hotel and the welcome we received, to the accommodations in the room, to the excellent breakfast in the morning, to our checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is private, clean, comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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