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.

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.

Really satisfying dinner for the last night of my trip. The room we ate in was over 250 years old…read moreand it felt like I was transported through time. The beautiful plaster ceilings, wooden banisters, and overall preserved elegance were noted and the service to present all the meals showed the staff truly cared about making everything special. I could see this being a lovely destination wedding venue or something special since Dingwall is so close to Inverness. The story of the family that lived here was interesting and apparently if your lucky you can see a ghost!

It was fun staying in a part of history, but the accommodations could have been better. The…read morebathroom was the nicest, but the shower pressure was very weak. Breakfast was wonderful and those who served in the restaurant were very friendly and helpful. A little more attention to detail would make this place great! We stayed in the honeymoon suite with a balcony. The walls were pretty thin too as I listened to people talking in the next room and in the hallway. The bar was awesome! We had some wine and played scrabble. They had a few games to choose from.

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!

I was at Achnagairn House on Sunday the 6th June 2010 and I had the *BEST meal that I have eaten in…read morethe Highlands. The presentation was superb and we were lucky enough to have a tour of the House first...awesome. Deserves Five Gold Stars from Visit Scotland. Hope to be lucky enough to go again. Matrgaret Hart Bluebell House Inverness

Excellent wedding and conference venue. I stayed there for a conference in January 2009. Beautiful…read morerestored Scottish Mansion, the rooms are all individually decorated and very big and luxurious. Hospitality and food excellent! Look forward to return again for a conference or wedding.

Stopped in for tea and a pint after visiting the priory…read more Great service. Friendly people and a warm fire in the hearth. Beautiful cheese tray featuring local cheeses, strawberries and fresh currants. Nice beer selection. Tea was perfect with a plate of savory finger sandwiches and a plate of small cakes. Very generous portions and reasonable prices.

Poor service all around: uncomfortable mattress, no bath soap in shower, restaurant order messed up.read more

This property contains both the Loch Ness bunk-house & the Loch Ness Inn. When they could not fit…read moreour family in at the B&B Inn for our whole stay they suggested we take a family room in the bunk house for one of our nights. So having taken a family of four to both Ill give you some tips. They are both lovely ways to stay but if you want your kids close and safe while still having a door between you for alone time with your partner stay in the inn. If you plan to make your own meals to save money stay in the bunkhouse. But even if you choose the bunkhouse it's worth paying for a breakfast in the Inn.

Hotel- very cute on a small river. Rooms are very uncomfortable climate wise as there are no fans…read moreand no screens on windows. Would have been perfect if we could have opened a window instead of sweating it out all night due to bugs. Restaurant- most servers were pleasant except for the manager type who was very rude and dismissive. The food was all fantastic!