Highlander Hotel

3.0 star property

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Dining
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Interior entrance
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kingussie Road, Newtonmore, Scotland, PH20 1AY
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Highland Folk Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Newtonmore Golf Club
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (2 Adults and 1 Child)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Chidren)

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cosy Double room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Newtonmore

Located within a 5-minute walk of Highland Folk Museum, Highlander Hotel is within a 15-minute stroll of Newtonmore Golf Club. This 3-star hotel has 83 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Highland Folk Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Newtonmore Golf Club - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Clan Macpherson Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Highland Wildlife Park - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Newtonmore Station - 19 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Bowl - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ralia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Antlers Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Letterbox Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Antlers Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Highlander Hotel

Highlander Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and laundry facilities. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a garden and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 26-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Highlander Hotel
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore
Highlander Newtonmore
Hotel Highlander
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore, Scotland
Highlander Hotel Hotel
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore
Highlander Hotel Hotel Newtonmore

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Highlander Hotel?

Highlander Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Highlander Hotel?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highlander Hotel on Jun 28, 2026 start from $101, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Highlander Hotel?

This hotel is located in Newtonmore, a short 5-minute walk from Highland Folk Museum and also 11 minutes on foot from Newtonmore Golf Club. You'll also find Clan Macpherson Museum and Fused and Light within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Highlander Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Highlander Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Highlander Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Highlander Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Highlander Hotel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a garden at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Highlander Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Highlander Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Highlander Hotel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Highlander Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Highlander Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Highlander Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Highlander Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Highlander Hotel that offer a balcony.

Highlander Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 534 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 534 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 534 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 534 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 534 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service
Staff friendly and welcoming. Hotel dated and in need of refurb hence price of room. Overall Stay was comfortable. Location great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and very helpfull staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel in a great location with really helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness
Lady on reception was very welcoming and helpful. Excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Return visitor, the Highlander hotel ticks all our boxes.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was good in hotel but dinner was not the best so for breakfast we went somewhere else
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R A

Liked: Amenities
Excellent value, warm cosy rooms. Very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Aurangzeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfy accommodation and excellent dinner and staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay in beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is really good value for money. Our room was modern clean comfortable and warm. I will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Henrietta

Comfortable bed & room, tasty breakfast, good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in an amazing location. It was a great stop for our roadtrip, down from the Highlands. Really good service, good food, good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice clean room and excellent shower. food was very good and not to expensive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
peaceful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a very last minute, just booked that morning, this was a great deal. Room was very clean and comfortable and all of the staff were friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived until we left. So much so, we are considering going back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anand I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

1 night stay

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Menai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and efficient staff - service always with a smile!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dave

Lovely meal and Staff, location perfect. Although room was beat and tidy and well stocked with tea and coffee my pillow was marked looked like a dried muddy stain and the blanket was stained too. Duvet and sheets were spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ample parking although coaches can take up quite a lot of room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, good rooms, clean. Good breakfast and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location for Cairngorms attractions. Lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025