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The Royal Hotel Tain

3.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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High Street, Tain, Scotland, IV19 1AB
  • Place, Tain Through Time
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Browns Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glenmorangie Distillery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room Single Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Room (Single Use)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Tain

The Royal Hotel Tain places you within a 5-minute walk of Tain Through Time and Browns Gallery. This 25-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Tain Through Time - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Browns Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tain Golf Course - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Glenmorangie Distillery - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 17 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tain Station - 4 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dornoch Castle Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Glenmorangie Distillery Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Milk & Honey - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dornoch Distillery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pipers Coffee House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel Tain

Guests of The Royal Hotel Tain enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this golf hotel include a library, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries and slippers. Other amenities include coffee makers, safes, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Royal Hotel Tain
Royal Tain
The Royal Hotel Tain Tain
The Royal Hotel Tain Hotel
The Royal Hotel Tain Hotel Tain

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Royal Hotel Tain?

The Royal Hotel Tain provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel Tain?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel Tain on Apr 21, 2026 start from $170, 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's there to see around The Royal Hotel Tain?

This hotel is located in Tain, just steps from Tain Through Time and Browns Gallery, and within a short walk of Tain Golf Course. Glenmorangie Distillery is also within a driving distance of 1.3 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Royal Hotel Tain?

Yes, though parking is available on request.

Does The Royal Hotel Tain have a casino?

No, The Royal Hotel Tain doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Royal Hotel Tain?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Royal Hotel Tain?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and slippers as well as a restaurant.

Does The Royal Hotel Tain have a hot tub?

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

Does The Royal Hotel Tain feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Hotel Tain serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Royal Hotel Tain allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Royal Hotel Tain.

Does The Royal Hotel Tain have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from The Royal Hotel Tain?

The closest major airport to The Royal Hotel Tain is Inverness (INV), which is about 18.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Royal Hotel Tain?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Hotel Tain.

Does The Royal Hotel Tain have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at The Royal Hotel Tain if that's in your vacation plans.

The Royal Hotel Tain Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 306 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming host and staff made it a true pleasure to stay there. Meals were a real delight and I would definitely stay here again. Try it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Walkable location to high street with ample parking space.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, we were giving a very warm welcome when we checked in . We only stayed 1 night and the only meal we had was breakfast. But what a breakfast, bacon sausage, fried egg, haggis , black pudding , mushrooms, fried tomatoes, tattie scone and hash browns. I would recommend this hotel to Anybody as it was very well priced for all that we got .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kate

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff. Decor tired & shabby. Cracked sink, taps, curtains & door lock not secured. Untidy reception. Otherwise clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, St Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great breakfast in old hotel.

I had a pleasant stay. There are a few simple things to improve on but it is an old building and it may not always be straightforward. Wi-Fi was strangely weak even though there was a router outside my room. Only slight issue was whilst the welcome was friendly there was little information given out on matters such as WiFi codes and breakfast times. I would happily stay again just for the fantastic fried breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jack

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very sad hotel. Super dated, grubby, I was ill from my evening meal, one member of safe, weird music for dinner and breakfast, place smelt like it was rotting in front of me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is ok. Lovely if you appreciate old buildings.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Senga

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff hotel needs upgraded
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and breakfast was good. The property is looking tired in urgent need of refurbishment. We stayed in room 24, the curtains didn’t cover the full width of the window, wallpaper was hanging off the wall, the electric radiator in the bathroom had insulation tape wrapped around the connection, tape was along the top of the bath side panel, the tv is positioned at 90 degrees to the bed which is not ideal for viewing, one bedside light kept flickering.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop off point with a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Elspeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

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

Great stay!

Great stay - room was spacious & clean. Good dinner & breakfast, lovely friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cathie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely breakfast. Very convenient location. Friendly and easy to book
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

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

Avoid at all costs!

Dirty rooms, tv’s done work, windows held open but cut of pieces of wood/timber. Dirty bathroom’s and a shower that does not work! If knew how to ask for a refund I would. Loud and nosey guests all night long with no night manager to contact
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gavan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Options were acceptable, nice old hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sallyanne

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

Royal Hotel Tain

Staff very friendly and good excellent. Very helpful and allowed early check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

matt

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay, very comfortable bed, a great breakfast. The room was comfortable and spacious/ I will be staying here again that's for certain
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
WE were overcharged on bar drinks on the first evening. The issue we tried to resolve with the staff, but they refused to accept, paid a £7 refund which ultimately reduced the Bill from £85.00 down to £70. after discussions. The drinks we had however, base don the individual drinks price could not be added up to £70.00. Consequently we used an alternative outside bar for an evenings drink. Additionally, room 19 had no bathroom mirror. The only mirror was the other side of the room. The television in the room was not connected nor had a coaxial cable to connect it so it could not be used. It was also a small television and not the standard 32" TV one would expect. We will not use this hotel in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tinu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I have to say that I was a bit dubious of my upcoming stay here after reading so many negative reviews. We really enjoyed our one night stay here. We were in such a huge room which felt so incredibly spacious. The staff were friendly and worked really hard to ensure that guests enjoyed their stay. Yes there could be some decor improvement as a little dated or worn but none of this really impacted our stay. The breakfast was nice and the staff were accommodating with any additional request.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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