Location
The hotel is set in 2 hectares of carefully kept gardens and manicured lawns, only a 10-minute walk or a 5-minute drive from Inverness city centre and its restaurants, bars and nightlife. Eastgate shopping centre is a 5-minute drive, and the bus and train stations are roughly 10 minutes away by public transport. Nearby places of interest include Loch Ness (about a 15-minute drive), Culloden Battlefield (10 minutes), Cawdor Castle (20 minutes), Fort George (25 minutes), and the Loch Ness Exhibition Centre and Urquhart Castle, both of which are around 30 minutes by car. Aberdeen is approximately two and a half hours' drive from the hotel.
Facilities
The apartment hotel was built in 1847. Guests have a choice of 83 rooms, including 15 junior suites, 6 apartments, studios and 59 double rooms, located in a 2-storey main building and an auxiliary building. Check-in and check-out are easy at this hotel, which has a 24-hour reception desk and a lift. Services and facilities include a safe, a currency exchange service, a hairdresser, a conference room and a business centre. Wireless internet access (for a fee) is provided in public areas. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.
Rooms
Individually adjustable heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In some rooms, a terrace is included as standard. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. The hotel has family rooms and 147 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
A refreshing swim in the indoor pool complex is a great way to unwind. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. The fitness rooms are perfect for a comprehensive workout. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and a beauty salon. Subject to charge: massage treatments.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room and a bar. The restaurant has air conditioning and high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. A continental breakfast buffet ensures a great start to the day. At dinner, guests order their favourite dishes à la carte.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.