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The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
Hotel in Strathpeffer with a restaurant and a bar

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Front of property
Interior
Superior Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Lounge
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Bay Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer, Scotland, IV14 9AN
  • Place, Strathpeffer Pavilion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Strathpeffer Pump Room
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Leod
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Twin Room with Scenic View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with Scenic View | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room with Scenic View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Strathpeffer

The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality places you next to Upper Pump Room and within a 5-minute walk of Strathpeffer Pavilion. This 131-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Upper Pump Room - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Strathpeffer Pavilion - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Strathpeffer Pump Room - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Blackmuir Wood - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Castle Leod - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dingwall Station - 8 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glen Ord Distillery, Visitor Centre & Whisky Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ord Arms Hotel Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Miss Ying Thai - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tarvie Services - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality

Hotel in Strathpeffer with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a ballroom. There's free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This hotel also has a garden.
TVs come with cable channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - midnight
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 pet, per night
  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.0 for adults and GBP 6.0 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property is also known as

Highland Hotel Strathpeffer
Highland Strathpeffer
The Highland Hotel
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Hotel
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Strathpeffer
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Hotel Strathpeffer

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

As of Nov 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality on Dec 7, 2025 start from $65.31, excluding 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 can I see around The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

This hotel in Strathpeffer is within a 10-minute walk of Upper Pump Room and Eagle Stone. You'll also find Strathpeffer Pump Room and Blackmuir Wood less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a casino at the property?

No, The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

The closest major airport to The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality is Inverness (INV), which is 26.8 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

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

Reviews

The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 605 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 605 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 605 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 605 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 605 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Anselm

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel lacked commitment. Breakfast fast was borderline, empty trays were not filled up when there was plenty of breakfast-time to go. We booked a premium room which was a good size and newly refurbished. Mattress was new and firm as required. Bed size could have been a little larger. Nice bed cover. Adequate free parking facilities. Lift more than dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Oh dear catalogue of catastrophes. Room not finished. Food was appalling undercooked or overcooked only 3 choices for dinner. No red meat. Breakfast bacon was half cooked. Coffee lukewarm. Need to work harder to attract the right clientele.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Martyn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very, very aged, pictures are extremely misleading and early morning noises, coaches in the car park at 6am starting up and moving.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

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

Lovely hotel

This was a lovely out of the way hotel with a large room and bathroom. Our stay was very comfortable. We did not have breakfast in the morning so can not comment on the food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff made my parents feel very welcome for their special stay, really went above and beyond, thank you 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marvin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan

Liked: Staff & service

No hot water but nice enough hotel.

Nice old hotel, bright and airy. Room was ok, nice and large and comfy bed. Only stayed for 1 night during a road trip. There was no hot water in the morning from any tap so both unable to shower and the tv wouldnt work without being connected to the internet which it refused to do. The excuse of a power cut overnight meant there was no hot water and that all the internet connections has disconnected. No refund or discount offered, just a lame apology which i dont feel was good enough considering we had been driving for 10 hours and a hot shower would have been appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Pros: super sweet staff. Very welcoming and friendly. Location was very pretty. Close to a lot of things. Cons: water stopped working morning we left. Beds were pretty rough—lots of springs and you could feel them. Walls were thin—could hear the neighbors watching movies and talking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

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

Nice stay, room was lovely. Great views.

Really nice place. Room was fine. The strict reception times a bit prehistoric. Don't get there early and expect any favours!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid!!!!

Horrendous. Dated, shocking decor, food inedible, like and old people’s home
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice

Beautiful old hotel. Room faced west and was too warm all night. Breakfast was good and reception and other services were great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were very welcoming to our dog and its situation in the centre of the beautiful town was perfect for exploring.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Grand hotel in quaint beautiful Victorian spa town - the hotel is tired but the rooms are very clean with large windows and beautiful vistas, depending on the room you get!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Seen better days

Located in a lovely village this hotel has seen better days. My room was grubby, the bathroom covered in mold and lots of dirty patches on walls and ceiling. Very limited facilities and services, rooms not serviced all week.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a wonderful building with rich history. Excellent location. Downsides, it does not come with parking and that should be amended. While I realize they’re working on building a new car park, parking for guests was a concern. Air conditioning would be nice. It was really warm in our room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Alistair E

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are not serviced, not enough staff, restaurant closed before closing hours, food horrible, dated and run down- the place needs big investment, it has clearly seen better days. Perfectly fine for sleeping, but other than that…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice rooms

Nice rooms, clean but bathroom tiling needs regrouting. No soap in dispenser. Friendly reception and night porter staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer

Catered for coach parties not guests. Told we couldn't book dinner and then told dinner was booked. Given same menu as coach party which was mediocre. Breakfast was cold. Bed clean and comfortable but not even a chair to sit on. Will not re-visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel muy viejo, en algunos sectores falta mantenimiento! Algunas de las habitaciones (contratamos 3) tenia remodelaciones profundas y otras no tanto, todos los baños eran diferentes pero uno de ellos solo tenia bañera ( no habia ducha)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Travis

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were awesome and the food was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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