Outstanding in every way. 1. Accoms: clean, comfortable,…read moreand the owner and staff will do anything to make your accommodation perfect in every way. 2. Atmosphere: old elegant historic yet Scottish charmed and on point. 3. Food: not what we expected. Surprisingly high end 3-3.5 Michelin Stars and exceptionally crafted. Cooked to perfection. Keep the chef and kitchen staff. Every meal was spot on; fresh, tasty, and picture ready. Breakfast was also outstanding. A full Scottish breakfast was undeniably memorable. 4. Service: 5 star. Every staff member we interacted with had the exact amount of decorum and judgement to make every guest feel welcomed and comfortable. 5. Owners: charming, and interact with guests doing whatever is needed to treat you like a VIP. WE WILL RETURN!! Thank you for the memory.

This was an excellent hotel. Very clean. The menu for dinner was excellent and the food was top…read morenotch. The staff was totally professional and makes you very comfortable. The whole theme was to relax.

Comfy bed after a long day…read more We just drove from Thurso to Durness and then south until here today. Quite a drive - but what a fantastic and rewarding landscape!! We looked for a place around the Inverness area and were travelling more south the next day. Many places were pretty booked, then we found this place. We had a good night here. Mwamba - your host - is a great and friendly guy. He's working really hard on this place which he took over not too long ago. There's a good breakfast in the very nice breakfast room. It's conveniently located at the main road. Traffic noise wasn't an issue with us. It's also dog friendly! Bed was very comfy. All we needed that night. There's not much choice around when it comes to dinner. But we took out some food at Tescos in Dingwall, which wasn't far.

Well done Mwabe for making us so welcome. The rooms are lovely and your recommendation of dinner…read morein The Red Poppy in Strathpeffer was spot on. You made the reservation and made sure we got there and back, a great service and much appreciated after our long drive from John O'Groats. We so enjoyed talking to you and hope you will start to write your life story very soon, it's fascinating.Yours is the only place we stayed in on our tour of Scotland, and we stayed in 10 different places, that provided two comfortable chairs in the bedroom. The lounge area is also very relaxing and attractive. Do not be put off by the exterior of this place which could do with a bit of TLC.

We stayed at the Richmond (now also known as the Crystal House) last weekend and found it to be a…read morewonderful gem in this beautiful little village. Our hosts Phil and Sarina welcomed us with tea and a great meal tailored to our tastes. The rooms were very comfy and substantial. Great beds, plenty of hot water and a teapot with coffee and tea in the room made for a really pleasant stay. We plan to seek out the Richmond/Crystal House next year when we visit the UK again!

Friendly staff. Had to make a reservation to have dinner…read more Food was tasty. Two had bangers and mash, one had a vegetable tart, and I had the bolonaise pasta. Because we hadn't had a meal since breakfast, we decided to eat early at 5:30. Absolutely no one else in the massive dining room. Reservation required...? Apparently a bus load of people we're delayed. It was built in 1911 and had charm but could use a wee bit of TLC.

We had such a lovely time here - infact we extended our stay! Craigvar is beautifully situated…read moreoverlooking the Square in the unique and charming Victorian Spa village of Strathpeffer. It is a distinctive Grade B listed Georgian house which offers luxury accommodation and wonderful food. We had the blue room - a four poster bed and a large bathroom with a bath on legs! The personal touches in the room include: a welcoming decanter of sherry, fresh fruit, bathrobes as well as a television, direct-dial telephone and a refreshment tray. There is also a lounge for resident's use. On arrival, we were bought tea and shortbread. The dining room is beautiful and has a large piano in it. Would HIGHLY recommend. Slightly more pricey than other B&B's, @ £33pp, but well worth the money.

We stayed here quite a few years ago, when they were just starting out. They were the nicest people…read moreever. The husband cooks the most delicious meals and both are kind and friendly. When we return to Scotland someday soon, we will definitely stay here.

If you want a base of operations for exploring the central Highlands, Strathpeffer is a good…read morelocation. There, the Ben Wyvis offers lots of rooms, a quick food service operation and photogenic main rooms and grounds. That's why it's a favorite of motorcoach tours. Behind the classic exterior it's less satisfying. The rooms need investment. Fixtures are old, windows have no screens and TVs are tiny. There's no concierge and services in general are lacking. If you want breakfast, dinner and a room, it's okay. A grand hotel it's not.

I was looking for a hotel in the Highlands not far from Inverness and on way to Ullapool and I…read morefound it. Prices vary, such best to call the hotel and get quotations. You will always pay more when asking for a double room for single occupancy, but sometimes there can be good deals. The driveway to the hotel and the entrance itself are amazing to look at. You feel like you are entering the world of the privileged during the time of Queen Victoria. Strathpepper is an old Victorian Spa town and has been a gathering point for many noble families and the rich. Nowadays its only a shell of its former selve. But still, its worth the visit and I assume that Ben Wyvis Hotel was once one of its kind. Nowadays it needs a complete make over. Having said this, people return to this place, because of its Victorian charm. I felt the carpet in the public area needs replacing, the rooms some decorating (especially the bathrooms) and the ceilings a lot of paint to cover up the cracks. As you are in the middle of nowhere its a good idea to eat in the hotel. I was informed at the reception that their restaurant is fully booked in the evening, but when I turned up at my given time, the dining hall was half empty. I found out that they were understaffed and people off sick. I ordered a three course dinner and must confess that the quality was quite good and I would definitely go back just to dine there. Afterwards you could retreat to the lounge and enjoy a tea or coffee. I met some people in the hotel, such it was a very pleasant evening to remember. When I had ordered a gin tonic the staff could not find certain ingredients and it took them a long time to make me the drink, especially because I was their only customer in the lounge. Having said this, I got it for free. How kind :-) My room and bathroom were old fashioned and the fire doors closing and opening during the night totally interrupted my sleep. The TV was ancient. At least it was quiet in my room on occasion and I needed not to worry about ghosts, or did I ? :-) Would I go back? Yes maybe, but then I would try to get a room in the front building with awesome views towards Ben Wyvis.

The owner doesn't know the difference between historic and rotten. The Auld Lang Syne, being its…read moreonly selling point for this shaky hotel, has been over advertised by the owner. The breakfast was edible, but the dinner was like living hell. The owner dragged customers onto the stage and force them to sing Auld Lang Syne, while they just wanted to eat their mediocre food cooked by an elementary school teacher without interruption. There's no WiFi above 2nd floor, hot water supply was limited, water leaks everywhere, and sofas smelled like cats had died in the cushion. Plural cats. Here's a medal shelf in the bathroom.

This is a great example of Victorian slightly faded glory at the moment…read more The public areas are looking a little tired at present. The newly refurbished bedrooms, however, are fabulous. Good food at night served in the bar by very friendly staff who couldn't do enough to help. Full Scottish breakfast lacking the haggis and black pudding you may hope for. Strathpeffer is very relaxing, and the Strathpeffer hotel is perfectly adequate for a short stay. I'll stay here again.