The Inch Hotel

3.0 star property
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December 2024
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Exterior
4 Poster Double Room with Loch View | Property grounds
Dining
4 Poster Double Room with Loch View
Pet-friendly

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Fort Augustus, Fort Augustus, Scotland, PH32 4BN
  • Allt na Criche
    12 min walk
  • Clansman Centre
    2 min drive
  • Suidhe Viewpoint
    73 min drive

Room options

Small Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Large Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

4 Poster Double Room with Loch View

  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Fort Augustus

When you stay at The Inch Hotel in Fort Augustus, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Allt na Criche and Clansman Centre. .This hotel is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Clog and Craft Shop and 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Lochaber Geopark.

What's nearby

  • Allt na Criche - 12 min walk
  • Clansman Centre - 2 min drive
  • Clog and Craft Shop - 7 min drive
  • Urquhart Castle - 19 min drive
  • Glen Affric - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Moorings - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Fish & Chip Monster Co - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Canalside Fish & Chip Shop - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Inch Hotel

Lakefront hotel with a restaurant and a bar
The Inch Hotel offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This Fort Augustus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 18 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and babysitting (surcharge). Additional features at this hotel include wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and luggage storage.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
The Inch Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–10 AM: GBP 20 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Free newspapers in reception

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
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 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 28 2024 to February 28 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.00 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 20 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Inchnacardoch
Inchnacardoch Fort Augustus
Inchnacardoch Lodge Hotel
Inchnacardoch Lodge Hotel Fort Augustus
Inch Hotel Fort Augustus
Inch Hotel
Inch Fort Augustus
The Inch Hotel Hotel
The Inch Hotel Fort Augustus
The Inch Hotel Hotel Fort Augustus

The Inch Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 425 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 425 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 425 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 425 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 425 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Neil

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Could be a lot better
Hotel is rather tired, did the job though. Restaurant is rather overpriced. Service however was excellent - especially Jay. Spend a few quid and would be a cracking spot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location with Loch Ness glimpses from bedroom on first floor. Meals were very good, both dinner at night and breakfast in the morning. Staff were courteous and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There wasn't really anything wrong with the room apart from being right at the top of the hotel looking out at a tree. It was more a case of never go back as it's spoilt the memory of our visit 12 yrs ago. The food was ok but nothing special
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the deco and dining place, and breakfast Stairs to lift your luggages though… I would come back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view of Loch Ness and the Highlands, close to Fort Augustus. Quiet, serene.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for two nights. Very enjoyable stay, staff very friendly and helpful. Had dinner there one night which was nice, and we enjoyed breakfast. Location was great, room comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Must try harder - what a disappointment
I note a large number of 10* reviews and cannot accept those as genuine. I've stayed in this hotel on 4 previous occasions and always been really happy with it. But the dinner this time was terrible and breakfast just about ok. The bar was only stocked with products you could buy at the local convenience store and had only one type of gin. Gone is the traditional Scottish country house ambiance, replaced by pizza and empty fireplaces by the new owner. Very disappointing :(
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovely 3 star hotel in a quiet spot on Lochness. As long as you have a car it is a great base to explore the surrounding area. The staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic- that’s all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff went out of their way to be helpful and accommodating. We really enjoyed interacting with them
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a charming hotel! It was so cozy and some rooms have a view of Loch Ness. The staff were very kind and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MR JAMIE M

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjory

Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Characterful independent hotel with very friendly staff, good food and view of Loch Ness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Each room is named after a Scottish Loch. The carpets are tartan colours. The food is amazing. The friendly staff are courteous and helpful. The hotel exudes charm. Loch Ness is visible from many rooms and is within walking distance. The sunrises over Loch Ness were glorious. I’d love to stay there again. A lucky find for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok for a stop over. Nice location and handy for town and countryside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Dated property but had a bit of charm. Could use a freshening up (paint, carpeting) but good location and nice break. Was surprised that there was no lift…would have been problematic for someone with mobility limitations but nice stay overall
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view of loch Ness, clean and comfortable bed. Staff friendly and helpful. Lot's of parking spaces.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, this is probably my favorite hotel I have ever been to. Staff was top notch, breakfast was incredible, room was very comfortable and clean. Easy walk to village center. Please note: The Highland cows that are pictured aren’t currently there (as of 18 July, 2024) due to a fence issue. The hotel is incredible nonetheless!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATT, Richland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The GM, Dhiraj Smetty, works tirelessly to make sure all is perfect from check-in to dinning. He went above and beyond to address a billing issue, not of his making, and resolved it with total professionalism and concern for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Loveland

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable property in a suberb location. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. The building itself could use some updating but overall, a great spot for exploring the Highlands!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

asma

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful country house overlooking Loch Ness. Ample car parking space. Staff are welcoming and helpful. Our room was spacious, clean and well kept. There was a variety of options for breakfast which were made to order and you could adjust according to your preference. Only snag was that we were on the top floor so had a skylight window with no blinds and in June there was constant light so some sort of blinds would have made the stay perfect - my advice, take an sleep mask with you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024