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Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Interior
Ness Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Ness Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NF
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Victorian Market
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room

  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Double Room, River View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Room, River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Ness Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Ness Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Inverness

Located in Inverness City Centre, Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality is next to Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. This 82-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant and 24-hour room service, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Inverness Museum and Art Gallery - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Victorian Market - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eden Court Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 11 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grain & Grind - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Number 27 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Xoko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tavern - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Riverwalk hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality offers free WiFi in public areas and conference space. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also included.
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

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (GBP 5 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • MacNabs Bar and Bistro
  • Victoria Restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per stay

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 6.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 5.00 per day (984 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per stay

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

This hotel is situated in Inverness City Centre, just steps from Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, and within a short walk of Victorian Market. You'll also find Eden Court Theatre and Eastgate Shopping Centre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality include a casino at the property?

No, Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality good for couples?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a bar and a restaurant with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Does Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality have a hot tub?

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

Does Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Victoria Restaurant.

Does Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per day.

Does Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

The closest major airport to Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality is Inverness (INV), which is 10.5 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality.

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1007 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Tired hotel, limps along by catering to tour group

Needs so very necessary renovations. I had a space heater in my room, which I used when there for 2 nights 2 week ago. Apparently the heating system doesn't work. I booked because it had a restaurant on site. The first night it was closed for everyone but a tour group. The second night it was just closed. You could eat in the bar, but service was non-existent. There is a grocery store around the corner so I had a sandwich, second night I got a pizza , which was good from a place opposite the grocery. Not what I envisioned I would be doing after long days in the Highlands.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian, bristol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
really don't know where the bad reviews come from, room was good breakfast buffet, excellent, staff friendly and courteous, yes the carpets were a bit worn, but what do people expect when it's being walked on all day every day? would not hesitate to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel

Nice hotel right on River Ness in the centre
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sylvia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
The blanket had mold spots on them. It’s an old building so creaks and water spots are to be expected. When I called down for new sheets the front desk got busy checking people in so I went down to get them. She changed the sheet over the comforter but did it on the floor. Would have just taken them up to the room and done it ourselves. Location was fine. Staff was friendly but didn’t seem to care one way or another
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kirsty

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not Great

Was fine for one night...but not great. Run down hotel in need of an upgrade. We had mould in the bathroom, the mattress was very uncomfortable and generally just felt like a very tired room needing a good clean - including getting rid of the cobwebs! Breakfast was okay...again not great. TV didn't work and the doors in the corridor made it a noisy night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with fantastic view of the Castle across the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

SALLY

Liked: Staff & service
Loved being across from Inverness Castle and lots of shopping and restaurants nearby. Good location for our first visit to Inverness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alicja

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very friendly stuff, extremely good location. Room could've been cleaner for the proce paid
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Smell in the room. Reception/entrance in clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rachel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check-in desk was staffed and the girl gave us good advice of using the nearby cathedral carpark for 5 pounds a day which was very affordable considering the location! View overlooked the River Ness. Window opened to allow a cool breeze. Mattress seemed to be very worn, a little broken-down, but we were able to sleep moderately comfortably. There was a bathtub and nice hot shower. However the cleanliness of the bathroom could have been better (there was some visible mold and the bathroom baseboards needed wiping down.) we enjoyed the full breakfast every morning, one of the nicer breakfasts we had during our 2-week stay in Scotland. There was shopping and food in every direction just outside the door. We took 2 tours that left from Inverness and both met in locations that were walkable from the hotel. We loved the local Fat Buddha fish & chips carry-out!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and it’s location was very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cassie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms were clean and night staff were awesome. Breakfast staff had to be asked to refill the water jugs and sugar. They didn’t seem to pay attention to keeping everything stocked. Also the front door of the hotel was often left open allowing cigarette smoke to waft up through the main areas / staircase. Overall was an ok place to stay but I wouldn’t return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

George Jr

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location and view, nice breakfast, but the room heater would not adjust or work correctly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Paige

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dingy and the man at the checkin barely looked up at me when I checked in.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an issue with the wi-fi that we reported several times, the manager Bethan resolved our issues. This is a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Stayed for one night. Staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wallpaper peeling, carpets not cleaned. This hotel is an old, grand lay in serious need of a major uplift!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Marcin

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room definitely was not properly cleaned as previous guest still cloths in the draws. The furniture's old and need replacement, only stay they as was in centre but never again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Gerald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wifi didn't work, when you could hook up to it. TV didnt work at all, and streaming was impossible with the bad wifi. Vaulted ceilings were cool, but all the cobwebs floating up there were not. Linens were fine and clean. Bed wasn't the worst, but not the best either. This is basically just a very old hotel, that doesnt seem like its been maintained that well. It's a noisy, and hasn't been updated recently, and it shows. It's a good place if there are no other options though, or the proce is right. The location is amazing and can make up for a lot for some people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Erin

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed sheets were clean, but the hotel was dated and rooms were not super clean. Horel needs some up keep. We had a river view room which was nice to look at, but could hear everything outside - even people’s footsteps on the sidewalk below. Could also hear a banging noise everytime doors were opened (not sure if it was the front door). The breakfast was great, and front desk staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and comfortable stay with very kind hosts. Delicious cooked to order breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025