The Cluanie Inn

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

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Exterior
Exterior
Lobby
Restaurant
Quad Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

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Skye & Lochalsh, Inverness, Scotland, IV63 7YW
  • Place, Glen Shiel
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Five Sisters of Kintail
  • Place, Glen Affric

Room options

Glen single

  • 138 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Glen Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 198 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Glen Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 167 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quad Room

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Jr. Highland Suite Pet Friendly

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Highland Double Pet Friendly

  • 167 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Highland Single Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Highland Twin Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Highland Family Room Pet Friendly

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

Highland Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Glen Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Quad Room

  • Sleeps 4

Glen Single

  • Sleeps 1

Highland Single Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 1

Glen Double

  • Sleeps 2

Glen Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Highland Twin Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 4

Highland Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Glen Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Highland Double Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2

Jr.Highland Suite Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Inverness

The Cluanie Inn places you 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Glen Shiel. This 3-star hotel has 15 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Glen Shiel - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Eilean Donan Castle - 31 min drive - 23.7 miles
  • Loch Lochy - 38 min drive - 33.6 miles
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 54 min drive - 45.6 miles
  • Urquhart Castle - 54 min drive - 43.4 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cluanie Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Cluanie Inn

Hotel in Inverness with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Cluanie Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a terrace. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and phones.
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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 75.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 75.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 75.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 75.0 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
Tax ID - 66448 13019 A
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. 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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • Tax ID number is 66448 13019 A.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Cluanie Inn Inverness
Cluanie Inverness
Cluanie Inn
The Cluanie Inn Hotel
The Cluanie Inn Inverness
The Cluanie Inn Hotel Inverness

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Cluanie Inn?

The Cluanie Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around The Cluanie Inn?

This hotel is located in Inverness within a short 17-minute walk of Glen Shiel.

Is parking available on site at The Cluanie Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Cluanie Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, The Cluanie Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Cluanie Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Cluanie Inn?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include premium bedding, bathrobes, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at The Cluanie Inn?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Cluanie Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Cluanie Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Cluanie Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Cluanie Inn for a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Cluanie Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Cluanie Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Cluanie Inn.

The Cluanie Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 151 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Real gem in the highlands

Absolute gem of a hotel, classic highland lodge feel but modern and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, the surrounding area has some nice walks. Good was excellent. Pricewise, this is expensive to stay at compared to other hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a really great property!!! We totally enjoyed our stay and our Highland Cows!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay over 3 nights, room was good, comfortable and had everything you would expect. I had a single so not huge but more than enough room for me. Staff were all excellent, friendly, very willing and efficient to help when required. Breakfast (hot or cold) was very good, bar meals were also good though not the cheapest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magesh Kumar

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good service. Highly recommend for great experience and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neeta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel with quirky decor. Great customer service on Reception. Only negative is that the walls are paper thin. Can hear everything in the rooms next door and the hallway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
This inn was a great stop on our Scotland trip. The proprietor was kind and welcoming, bar staff was attentive, and the room was clean and comfortable. I definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chans

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Clean. On the expensive side but no options near by. Lots of amenities "included". WiFi blocked so you have restrictions. Television programs Middle East based. Breakfast was a buffet but pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality was excellent and the effort to retain the heritage of the inn was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of my all time favorite locations for a hotel in Scotland - out in the remote highlands, misty mountains and lush green valleys with rivers running through. The bedrooms were decorated perfectly to fit the vibe and were cozy, although a little small. It was quiet, even leaving the windows open to let the fresh air in (as long as you were on the side of the hotel facing out to the mountains). The part that really hit home was the breakfast in the morning which was in the most epic part of the restaurant privately reserved for guests with a delicious breakfast buffet. It looked more like a Switzerland lodge. The staff were excellent the whole time. The only issue we had was a later checkin (9:30 pm) where the phone number on the door was unreachable that left us in a bit of a panic to not get in for about 20 minutes but we were able to go next door to the staff accommodations and get someone to let us in. Across from the hotel is their cafe and this was a staple spot to get caught up on laptop work during our trip, with excellent wifi speeds and good coffee. We loved it and would make this a for sure stop on the way to the Isle of Skye.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Traveled with partner
Excellent location for viewing some of the Scottish highlands
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Sabrine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is really nice but there are much better inns in a 30 min radius for cheaper price and much better service and stay. I would not stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, staff were very friendly, and the room was great! Cannot fault this place, and will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, quaint
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
First off, if you plan to stay here, plan to drive a half hour away minimum to get food from a restaurant. The food in their restaurant is quite literally frozen reheated food, and it cost ~$100 USD per meal for two people. The hotel itself is surrounded by beautiful mountains and the staff are very friendly. That being said, there was nothing special about this hotel at all, and with a ~$400/night price tag, I was thoroughly disappointed. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professionally operated Inn set in a beautiful open Scottish Valley. The staff was welcoming and made themselves available when questions arose. Clean, comfortable rooms with access to warm amd welcoming bar and dining facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gidget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The nature and quietness of the property and surrounding area was calming and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Extremely clean. Good food. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

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

Wonderful surprise.

Really great stay in room 1. Price not overly suitable for a business trip however I would definitely be happy to stay here for leisure. Comfortable and very welcoming staff who were constantly there to help with any requests. Great facilities, evening meal was lovely, breakfast wasn’t tasting very fresh which was surprising.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with nature, staff, and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Iain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
When we arrived at the hotel no one was at reception, we had to find a member of staff in the restaurant. The room was fine, nothing exceptional, and the window did not shut properly (a theme round the hotel). There was a bath in the bathroom, but this could only be filled from the shower as there were no taps! There is no where else around to eat (which we guessed when we booked, so not a fault of the hotel), so eating in the hotel is the only option. The menu had various different options from pizza to Indian meals and traditional English meals. I ordered the fish and chips to be told ‘there was a problem with the fryer’ so this was not available. We were sat by a window which had a draft blowing through it. My wife asked a member of staff to close the window, he said he didn’t know how to so would get someone else to do so, no one came to look at the window. The food was OK, nothing amazing. Again breakfast was OK but nothing special. We were asked to book a time when we arrived at the hotel, there was no reason for this. Overall, there is generally nothing wrong with the property (apart from the windows) and the staff were all pleasant, but there is nothing special and the hotel as well the meals are overpriced for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To be honest, I made a mistake in booking here. BUT what an AWESOME mistake! I meant to book in the city of Inverness. At first, I was disappointed in myself. But then I got there. The beauty is intense. And wait there’s more. About 200 feet from the Inn is what turns out to one of the most beautiful hikes I have ever done in my life. The beauty is so intense it kinda brings tears to your eyes. The Inn is sooo charming. And their food is insanely delicious! I had salmon one night, and I think it was the most delicious salmon I’ve ever eaten. Their breakfast buffet is awesome with tons of choices. I stayed 3 nights and hiked my face off each day. I was not in a car and it was really easy to get a bus from Inverness bus station (next door to the train station). I highly recommend if you love hiking and then down time in a charming Inn with delicious food. I can’t say enough good things.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024