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Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Inverness Castle

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Executive Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (View) | View from room
Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Cafe

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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8 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NG
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastgate Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

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

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive River Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive River Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 Double Bed, Standard Room, Free High Speed Internet, Comfort, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Small Cosy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Inverness

City center retreat .With a stay at this Inverness City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. Inverness Cathedral and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Inverness Castle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Victorian Market - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 11 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Xoko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Number 27 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grain & Grind - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive

4-star Victorian hotel near Inverness Castle
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 323 square feet (30 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, spa services, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Inverness hotel is smoke free.

  • 110 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • 323 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive offers 110 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Inverness hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The Pretty Woman Spa has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

The spa is open select days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 10 per stay)
  • Limited onsite self and valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 14.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (25 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property also serves Jain vegetarian food. Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per night.
  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 14.95 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 10 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel
Best Western Palace Hotel
Best Western Inverness Palace
Best Western Palace
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel And Spa
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel Inverness
Inverness Best Western
BEST WESTERN Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Scotland
Best Inverness & Spa Inverness
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Hotel
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Inverness
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Hotel Inverness

Frequently asked questions

How close is Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive to the airport?

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive is 10.5 mi (22-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

As of Feb 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive on Mar 1, 2026 start from 101.01, excluding 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 Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive.

How close is Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive to the beach?

This hotel is 8.2 mi (16-min drive) from Dores Beach and 14.9 mi (30-min drive) from Rosemarkie Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 14.95 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive?

This hotel offers free self parking. Valet parking is available for GBP 10 per stay.

Does Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive have a pool?

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Pretty Woman Spa, where you can enjoy massages, aromatherapy, and facials.

How close is Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive to downtown Inverness?

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive is 0.2 mi away from Inverness.

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arrived early, and staff were lovely immediately. Meal in evening was so nice, and staff efficient and friendly. I didn't use the pool facilities this time, but would recommend based on previous stay. Breakfast buffet excellent. Excellent location. Parking issue quickly resolved. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
A very comfortable and clean hotel, ideally located for central Inverness and beautifully decorated for Christmas when we stayed. The leisure facilities were much appreciated and staff throughout the venue are friendly and helpful,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Clyde, TAMPA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is nice with great amenities. The area around the hotel is great with both cheap & fancier restaurants, bars, coffee shops, grocery & convenience stores, and novelty/clothing stores. The castle was not open during my stay, unfortunately, but the proximity from it to the hotel is ideal. The front desk, bar, and restaurant staff were all very cordial. The main issue I had with the hotel was its squeaky floors -- possibly a cold-weather event in Scotland as I faced this a couple times before in other cities. The morning I was checking out and packing, the guest below me came up to request I stop moving about my room because he was hearing my walking-about! Not an ideal experience there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Hotel is right next to river ness. Near plenty of food and coffee shops. About a 10 min walk to the train station. Hotel is old and needs updating, especially for the nightly rate. My room was also pretty far away from lobby/main building. Lots of hallways and doors to go through to get to my room. If not for the closeness to the train/ rabbies pick up location it would be less stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

fiona

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was comfortable and breakfast was spot on
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ioannis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived at the hotel, our weekend getaway felt truly special. The hotel’s location is unbeatable, nestled right by the river, with stunning views of Inverness castle and just steps away from the high street, fantastic restaurants, the Cathedral and plenty of places to explore. The hotel itself was beautifully decorated for Christmas creating a warm and festive atmosphere from the spectacular entrance with its high windows and inviting fireplace. Our room in the turret was cosy and confortable and waking up to beautiful views of the castle was an absolute highlight! We made the most of the hotels amenities including the swimming pool and the jacuzzi! Although we didn’t book any spa treatments the spa area looked truly luxurious and inviting. What made our stay truly memorable was the outstanding service form Louise at the reception. She greeted us with a beaming smile, shared jokes and made us feel genuinely welcome form the start. Louise provided helpful info about the hotel and the city answering all of our questions with enthusiasm and care.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Breakfast good,not outstanding. Parking was a bit of a faff. Otherwise everything was excellent. Lovely public areas, good food, we had a lunch for seven people and the food was very good. The hotel was lovely and warm and so close to the city . But the best thing was the staff who were all so helpful and friendly. Would book again .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela, Santee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
I had high hopes for this hotel, but it was a bit of a letdown. My first experience checking in was dealing with the lack of parking. Their very small lot was full and the front desk was not very helpful in finding an alternative. I chose this hotel because it had a parking lot. Instead, I ended up having to park 3 blocks away in a very tight, paid lot. Needless to say, the first experience was frustrating. Our room was adequate. The breakfast was okay. The location was convenient and quite walkable, which was nice. If I visit Inverness again, I’ll choose another accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always great place to stay. Clean tidy great staff and service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and modernised hotel great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Agata

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Hood River

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spotless and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fine
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Three star only.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly Staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
God and central in middle of city on the banks of the river ness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

June, St Catharines

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was terrible. It had buttons in it that stuck in your back and it was hard as a rock and the pillows were thin like paper. I even ordered up a third one and it didn’t help the alarm went off at 6 AM in the morning and it was a false alarm, there was jackhammering on the side of the wall for hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025