Nestled in a serene rural setting, The Loch Ness Inn offers an idyllic retreat with a garden, cozy bar, and delicious restaurant. Connect to WiFi and unwind with luggage storage available for your convenience. Guests have praised the helpful staff.
The Loch Ness Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Urquhart Castle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 ahead of time 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1845
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from February 4 2025 to February 6 2025 (dates subject to change).
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Loch Ness Inn
The Loch Ness Inn Inn
The Loch Ness Inn Inverness
The Loch Ness Inn Inn Inverness
Frequently asked questions
Is The Loch Ness Inn currently open?
This property is closed from February 4 2025 to February 6 2025 (dates subject to change).
Does The Loch Ness Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Loch Ness Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Loch Ness Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Loch Ness Inn?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Loch Ness Inn.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Loch Ness Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Loch Ness Inn and nearby?
The Loch Ness Inn has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Loch Ness Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.
What's the area around The Loch Ness Inn like?
The Loch Ness Inn is a short 18-minute walk from Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre and 19 minutes' walk from Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition.
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The Loch Ness Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Excellent location, great food & very friendly & helpful staff!
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2024
Great place!
Lindsay
Lindsay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 October 2024
Small little hotel, amazing food, friendly staff, definatly recommand
nathalie
nathalie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
Lovely room staff great bar great and live music... An absolutely fantastic venue
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 November 2024
A comforting and welcoming place to stay
It was absolutely fabulous staying at the Loch Ness Inn.
Everything was perfect especially the food.
Loved the quiet area surrounding us.
A quality place to stay
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 September 2024
Great food and staff at this lovely Inn close to Loch Ness
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
The restaurant here is amazing.
Eric
Eric, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 November 2024
Lovely
We enjoy the stay very much. Bed was super comfortable and the pillows aswell. The food was delicious! I would love to have it again! I truly recommend staying here!
Ingrid
Ingrid, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
Loved this cozy inn
I loved this inn, we stayed for 3 days, everyone who worked there was very nice, the breakfast was delicious. We had dinner at the restaurant one night and the fish and chips was amazing. Very clean and close to activities in the area
Katelynn
Katelynn, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 September 2024
Staff was very pleasant and welcoming. We had dinner in their restaurant and the food was great.
Deandra
Deandra, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 February 2025
The room was cosy and sufficient for one night. It was tidy, but I could see it was wasn't wiped down properly after the previous guests, as I could still spot evidence of their stay here and there. Thankfully not enough to yuck me out.
If you are a light sleeper, make sure you take some ear plugs, as you can hear almost everything your neighbours are doing and saying, in particular if you are in a downstairs room.
The staff were very friendly and helpful. Dinner and breakfast were great! They have a bar as well, if you fancy a night cap.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 July 2024
Picture-perfect spot for a good rest and a delicious meal.
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2024
Charming, tasteful, clean and friendly rooms are comfortable and have everything you need. Easy walk to downtown. Just had one night but a favorite stop on our weeklong trip.
Brooke
Brooke, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2024
Good location to see Loch Ness
We stayed in the hotel rooms which have been fone up and ard very comfortable. Staff are helpful and friendly.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 September 2024
The room was clean and ample. Excellent meals.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2024
Friendly, helpful staff. Bar area noisy and crowded. Food (both dinner and breakfast) were very good. Best cup of coffee I’ve had at a hotel in the UK.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 August 2024
Lovely pub style accommodation. Decent menu. Friendly young staff.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2024
We stayed two nights while walking the Great Glen Way. We loved our room and bathroom, very comfortable, and the fact that we could open the window. Very quiet. Great food for breakfast and dinner. Walking distance to Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness. Would very happily return again.
Alicia
Alicia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 September 2024
Good choice for a stopover
Convenient and comfortable. Rooms are pleasant and clean. Located in Lewiston, which adjoins Drummnadrochit.
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 July 2024
The people are welcoming and friendly, the dinner and breakfast were very good. It's clean, easy to find and have a big enough parking lot.
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2024
Although our room was small, it was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed one of the best dinner meals of our entire trip here. Highly recommend making a reservation to enjoy their restaurant for dinner.
Ella
Ella, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2022
Very nice room and facilities, great location and veryg ood food.
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2024
Nice breakfast
Michelle Anne
Michelle Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2024
Loved it
Very cute inn! Both the atmosphere and food were amazing. We absolutely loved our stay and would 100% stay again next time we’re in the area.
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2023
Staff were very helpful and friendly, rooms were very clean and comfortable and location was perfect