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Black Friars

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Inverness Castle
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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93-95 Academy St, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 1LX
  • Place, Victorian Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪14 min drive‬
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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Family Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Executive Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Inverness

Located in Inverness City Centre within a 5-minute walk of Victorian Market, Black Friars is within a 15-minute stroll of Inverness Castle. This 9-room, 4-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Victorian Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 6 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The King's Highway (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hootananny - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪MacGregor's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Miele's Gelateria (Ice Cream & Dessert Shop) - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Black Friars

Bed & breakfast with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Inverness Castle
Guests of Black Friars have access to free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Sitting areas, coffee makers, and portable fans are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival 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 welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • 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 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Black Friars Inverness
Black Friars Bed & breakfast
Black Friars Bed & breakfast Inverness

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Black Friars?

Black Friars provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Black Friars?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Inverness City Centre, just steps from Victorian Market, and within a 10-minute walk of Inverness Castle and Eastgate Shopping Centre. You'll also find Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Black Friars?

No, there isn't parking at this bed & breakfast.

Does Black Friars feature a casino on the premises?

No, Black Friars doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Black Friars?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about Black Friars?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs.

Does Black Friars have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Black Friars feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Black Friars serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Black Friars allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free at Black Friars and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Black Friars have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Black Friars?

The closest major airport to Black Friars is Inverness (INV), which is 8.7 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Black Friars?

No, at Black Friars, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Black Friars Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 328 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot above a beautiful historic pub. Was plenty quiet enough, and the family room provided plenty of space and privacy for us. Staff was lovely and helpful. Do note that there is not a lift/elevator and that all rooms are up at least one flight of stairs in case you have mobility issues. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms place smelled of fish
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

kelsey, Seattle

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waste of money. We paid like $500/night to stay here. Parking was a nightmare, breakfast was a joke, had to climb over cleaners stuff to get our bags downstairs. Food was subpar in general. Staff seemed clueless. Worth no more than $150/night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Locked out of Hotel and has to check into another

After going out for dinner and drinks, we came back to find that our front door key didn’t work and which resulted in us being locked out of the hotel. We were unable to reach anyone there, and had to check into another hotel. We returned the next morning to share our story - the staff tried our keys and confirmed they didn’t work and couldn’t explain why.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Fountain Hills

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Fountain Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very pleasant stay and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room had a slanted floor so had to sleep at the opposite end of the bed. Pretty loud street noise. Restaurant below is nice and good proximity to bars and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Charming place to stay away from the crowds

Black Friars was an absolutely lovely place to stay, conveniently located away from the busiest streets, but still within walking distance. It was quiet; the staff was great; room was clean. We recommend! Things that may matter to you: there is no elevator, or air conditioning. Recommend the bar scene, and if you're there on a night "Old Fools" plays, don't miss them!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Greyson

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not like this property, spent WAY too much for what we got. Would not recommend. Beds are horrible, bathroom felt and was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My expectations were too high for this room. It was small but it was clean. The location was good, but folks should know that you have to carry luggage up the stairs. Was very disappointed with the temperature of the water in the shower, just barely warm.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Great room, location, and restaurant. No complaint

Very well kept room and bathroom. We stayed for two nights and it was a very nice room with a great restaurant down below which we were very bummed we couldn’t go more than once.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Teri Kim

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David, Little Rock

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Great stay. Only issue was the lack of an elevator. I knew it going in, but it was harder than I thought.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Authentic room-above-a-pub experience!

Fantastic experience. The rooms were right in the thick of downtown. Being above a well stocked pub also fulfilled my vacation wish list. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

Great room, but fix the hot water

Great room, but the hot water situation was a problem…as in, there was no hot water first morning we were there. Also, lacking a secure location for luggage storage when we got there early. That said, room was great and the pub was quite good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying here, the location is great. It is about a five minute walk from the train station, and within walkable distance to the center shops, dinning, and great areas to site see. The room was beautiful and very clean, the bed was incredibly comfortable, the bathroom was very spacious and very nice! There was also a very stocked up welcome basket in the room. The staff was friendly and very helpful, and check in and out was quick and easy. Didn't try the food downstairs, but the drinks were delicious and the bar was very nice. I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. An authentic Public house. Short walk to the train station and bus station. Walkable to restaurants shops etc. downside of the location is it’s a bit noisy at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mayumi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We paid more than $550 per night. The room was ok, but the breakfast was awful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Gibsonia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traveling with kids can be complicated, but this stay was absolutely excellent. The rooms were both spacious and comfortable. The staff was friendly, attentive, and check in/out was a breeze. There’s no lift, so be prepared to carry luggage up the stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is the quaintest little hotel in the heart of Inverness. We were in Scotland for 11 days, and our 3 day stay at Blackfriar was the absolute best. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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