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About this property
Next to Inverness Rail Station, this hotel has a grand staircase that was inspired by the stairway in the Titanic. It is a friendly, welcoming hotel with 2 restaurants and free parking. The Royal Highland has an excellent location for enjoying the activities and attractions in Inverness and the Highlands beyond. The airport is just 15 minutes’ drive away. The Gallery Café serves traditional meals, while Ash Restaurant serves an à la carte menu. Food is sourced locally, and includes fish from nearby lochs and rivers. Each room at The Royal Highland has rich décor with traditional furniture and high ceilings. Every room also has satellite TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Room photos of this historical property are indicative of what you may expect. All rooms vary in size and layout.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Free cot always available
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lindsay
United Kingdom
“My cosy room was exactly that, but bed was comfortable and bathroom very generoiusly sized.” - Paola
Italy
“We were there last summer and we went back this summer because it is a perfect stay in a fancy way.” - Jenni
Australia
“2seconds from the station, perfect location, easy walk to the township and our tour pick up” - Betty
United Kingdom
“The staff saved the day, after my elderly cousins mixed up their train. Rearranging their room and making sure dinner was pre-ordered. Can't thank them enough” - Malene
Denmark
“Incredible location, especially if you arrive by train! Great atmosphere and nice and comfortable rooms.” - Carl
United Kingdom
“Central location, friendly staff and good size room.” - Lesley
United Kingdom
“Comfortable room with good facilities and bathroom. Able to leave luggage and then come back and check in a little early. Very comfortable public areas to sit and have coffee or check emails. Located right next to the train station but no noise to...” - Dawn
United Kingdom
“The Royal Highland Hotel really looked after us. We had the most fabulous room and our rate included breakfast which was great. We were visiting Scotland and this hotel absolutely delivered on giving a Scottish experience. The most wonderful...” - Leggerini
Australia
“Great location, room upgrade on arrival was a nice surprise.” - Linda
United Kingdom
“Check in was very quick. Breakfast selection was very good. Enjoyed our evening meal and cocktail. Excellent location. Exceptionally good value. Couldn’t fault the staff.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Ash
- CuisineInternational
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All extra beds are subject to availability.





The fine print
Please note: the hotel only has 8 parking spaces and are available on a first come first serve basis. Alternative parking is recommended in the 24-hour multi-storey car park (approximately 250 yards from the hotel).
Please note that until further notice, breakfast will be Continental. A cooked breakfast may be available depending on government guidelines.
Limited free car parking at Hotel however we have special rate with nearby car park for our guests
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.