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North Kessock Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Inverness Castle

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Main Street, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 3XN
  • Place, Caledonian Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Sea View

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

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Standard Twin Room, Side Sea View | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Side Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

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

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Triple Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

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

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Family Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Inverness

In Inverness .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Inverness hotel, you'll find Caledonian Stadium and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Victorian Market and Eastgate Shopping Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Caledonian Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Eden Court Theatre - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Urquhart Castle - 35 min drive - 23.8 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 13 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MacGregor's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Miele's Gelateria (Ice Cream & Dessert Shop) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mcleod's Fish & Chips - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Innes Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

North Kessock Hotel

3-star hotel near Inverness Castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. The business-friendly North Kessock Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Inverness hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
North Kessock Hotel offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Inverness hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 20.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)

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
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
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

North Kessock Hotel Inverness
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Frequently asked questions

How close is North Kessock Hotel to the airport?

North Kessock Hotel is 11.6 mi (21-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does North Kessock Hotel have an airport shuttle?

North Kessock Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of GBP 20.00 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is North Kessock Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 11.7 mi (24-min drive) from Rosemarkie Beach and 12.7 mi (30-min drive) from Dores Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does North Kessock Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at North Kessock Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at North Kessock Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at North Kessock Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at North Kessock Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does North Kessock Hotel have a pool?

North Kessock Hotel does not have a pool.

Does North Kessock Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does North Kessock Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is North Kessock Hotel to downtown Inverness?

North Kessock Hotel is 1.8 mi away from Inverness.

North Kessock Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 146 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ian

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent a delightful night at The North Kessock Hotel during our nine-day road trip around Scotland. This quaint little pub, located right on the water in North Kessock, offers a truly restful and charming atmosphere. Perched overlooking the stunning Beauly Firth, the hotel provided breathtaking views that enhanced our stay. Dining downstairs at the restaurant was a wonderful experience, with a vibrant ambiance that made every meal special. We couldn't fault this experience in any way—truly a highlight of our trip!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

Fabulous stay, amazing food and lovely people

A little odd to start with as was met in a hallway for check-in… but.. rest of the stay was wonderful! Lovely room, very comfortable bed! Stunning food and wonderful service. If we travel that way again we would absolutely book to stay here. Thank you for a really lovely stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great little inn, small family owned local business, not fancy but it was great. Super friendly and amazing service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was more like a guest house than a hotel. Welcoming and warm. Prefect for what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inn, well kept and comfortable. Lovely staff and just minutes from Inverness.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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

Lovely stay

Super friendly & helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Lovely hotel, staff and views

Very enjoyable 1night stay- we have been before and it’s still as good as the 1st time. Staff very friendly and helpful and we enjoyed a meal in the restaurant at night. As our stay was on a Friday, it’s best to book a table beforehand as it gets really busy. Our room this time was a side sea view and very spacious with a walk-in shower- only thing I would say( as an older person) is the shower could do with a rubber mat as it can be a bit slippery
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our one night stay! Quaint room, quiet location on the water. The staff were friendly and helpful. And the food in their restaurant was great!! Especially the made from scratch sticky toffee pudding that i would love to get the recipe for!! 😁 Definately recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

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

Great Stay

Fantastic hotel. Cannot fault rooms, staff or the food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wisia

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann, Camperdown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location with views across Beauly Firth. A bus opposite the hotel for easy travel into Inverness. Excellent restaurant for dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Annie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a hidden gem. The rooms are quite nice and the restaurant is absolutely fantastic with great dinner and dessert options.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Newcomb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely little hotel across the street from the water in a quiet part of town. Great value with a very nice on premises restaurant. Would stay here again in a second.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant was good, and very busy on a Friday night, but we thought it was quite expensive. Good breakfast. The location is lovely, and very convenient to get to the airport. We'd certainly go again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and restaurant! Staff were very kind and helpful. Though it’s an older hotel, the place was very clean and the food was excellent! Ate dinner and breakfast here, both meals were very good. The views are also very stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Comfy stay by the Firth

Welcoming place with helpful staff A good alternative to Inverness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ilan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: located by the water with a great view of Inverness, restaurant on premises Cons: No reception, Basic room, uncomfortable bed, overpriced.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

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

Perfect choice for places near Inverness

We loved our stay at the North Kessock Hotel! The owners and staff were so helpful and friendly throughout our stay. The rooms were a little bit small but overall very comfortable and cozy. We opted to stay a little outside town rather than in central Inverness, and happy we did. Lovely location with great views from the hotel and nice walks in the area. Still very convenient location with easy free parking nearby. We did eat at the restaurant one night and everyone in our group felt it was fantastic. I would definitely recommend this hotel for anyone staying near Inverness and we'll stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Superior Twin Room - NC500

We had the Superior Twin room and the view outside is very pleasant. Large and clean room to accommodate everything for our stay. We stayed on our last night for the NC500. Staff are lovely and generous. Bar is great for decent selection of beers and wines. Pool table is also pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interior of hotel was very modern. Bathrooms were very clean and modern
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024