The Lovat, Loch Ness

4.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Front of property
Front of property
Loft
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Master Room - Loch Ness View | Bathroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, Scotland, PH32 4DU
  • Clansman Centre
    3 min walk
  • Allt na Criche
    2 min drive
  • The Lovat
    1 min walk
  • Roy Bridge Station
    32 min drive

Room options

Loft

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double or Twin Room (Garden)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Master Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Loft (with front view to Loch Ness)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Master Room - Loch Ness View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Fort Augustus

Located in Fort Augustus, The Lovat, Loch Ness is a 2-minute drive from Allt na Criche and 9 minutes from Suidhe Viewpoint. .This eco-certified hotel is 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from The Falls of Foyers and 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Urquhart Castle.

What's nearby

  • Clansman Centre - 3 min walk
  • Allt na Criche - 2 min drive
  • Urquhart Castle - 20 min drive
  • Ben Nevis - 47 min drive
  • Glen Affric - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Roy Bridge Station - 32 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Moorings - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fish & Chip Monster Co - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Canalside Fish & Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Lovat, Loch Ness

Eco-certified hotel with a restaurant and a bar
The Lovat, Loch Ness offers 28 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Fort Augustus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 28 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary newspapers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Victorian hotel also features wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Station Road serving guests of The Lovat, Loch Ness. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Station Road - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Bulgarian, Czech, Dutch, English, French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Lithuanian, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:30 AM: GBP 23.00-23.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Station Road

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Fireplace in reception
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Portable fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday and Monday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 23.00 to 23.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted

National rating

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

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The Lovat, Loch Ness Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 279 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 279 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 279 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 279 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 279 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property. All the shops and pubs were walkable. The walk down to the lake was also quite beautiful. Our room was very comfortable. The staff were very nice and accommodating as well. This hotel is A .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Wolfgang, Dachau

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely building in a great location in the central highlands. Ashame they only serve fooin the restaurant which was fully booked throughout our 3-night stay. Staff is friendly but could be more attentive and proactive to feel truly welcomed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Positioned just outside the busiest part of town yet very convenient for everything. Charge points in the car park (charge point Scotland, and Tesla) were very handy for us EV users. If anything a little too warm at night (tho’ I suspect non-British or ‘maturer’ visitors appreciate it warmer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NC500 stop
First stop on NC500 - hot bath was very welcome after a long 10 hour drive - Lovely toiletries MASSIVE bed that I struggled to get in to as only 5ft and had to jump up - Nice fresh cooked breakfast Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Brevard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Shauna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Clean. Staff not at all helpful. Comfy beds. Terrible overpriced food. But it was clean and quaint and fun! Beautiful tub!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, comfy and elegant building, great extras and treats.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steve, belmont

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property and friendly/helpful staff. The room was super hot when we got there. Previous guests must have cranked up the radiators. Bathroom never really cooled down, and can’t turn off the heated floors which heat the room. We opened the windows high but you risk birds and insects. Staff provided a fan which helped bit hard to sleep when too hot. Other than that all was very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here, it’s worth the price and the trip! We liked it so much, we would come back here for another vacation and stay here the entire time! Lots of easy parking available! As soon as we walked in, we felted welcomed! We were greeted with a welcome drink and was told all about everything they offered! Our room was soooo cute! We loved the fact that the TV’s came out of the beds, everything was so modern and echo friendly. The room felt so cozy and clean, it made you want to just stay inside the entire time instead of leave to explore! They even offer hot chocolate and snacks in the mini fridge. The views were also fantastic of the Loch Ness! The town is right down the street and easy to walk too. I would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A warm welcome and a hot toddy were both appreciated after a long drive. Room was very clean and modern, wifi was good. Breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great stay
Nice room, lovely big bed and TV in the bathroom was a treat. Lovely little surprises like the complimentary hot chocolate sticks made by the hotel. Cosy sitting room with fire to enjoy your drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 Star Experience
We stayed one night on bed and breakfast basis. We also dined there on the three course set menu. It was fairly pricey after adding pre dinner drinks and a couple of glasses of wine however we couldn’t fault a thing. Food was amazing. Modern, inventive and very, very tasty. Presentation was first class. Staff were exceptionally friendly. Our room was in The Loft. Small but immaculate with a quirky Alice in Wonderland theme. We hope to return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth E

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extra nice room with comfortable bed and bathroom. Restaurant and bar with well thought out selections and great service. I would love to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lovat is a beautiful hotel with helpful staff and lovely comfortable rooms. The surroundings are stunning and we thoroughly enjoyed the recommended walk to the “secret waterfall”, amazing. Would definately stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony K

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Overpriced, food and drinks
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Andy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Lochness stay
Nice hotel, nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly Staff and clean comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel with wonderful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
Very comfortable, clean friendly and beautifully furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for our overnight stay in Fort Augustus. We had the loft room which was very comfortable and quiet. Parking was good, staff was friendly. Would recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023