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Highlander Hotel

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

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Cosy Double room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Interior entrance
Dining

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Kingussie Road, Newtonmore, Scotland, PH20 1AY
  • Place, Fused and Light
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Highland Folk Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Highland Wildlife Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (2 Adults and 1 Child) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room (2 Adults and 1 Child)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Chidren) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Chidren)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Triple Room

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

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Cosy Double room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Cosy Double room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Newtonmore

Highlander Hotel places you next to Fused and Light and within a 5-minute walk of Highland Folk Museum. This 3-star hotel has 83 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Fused and Light - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Highland Folk Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Newtonmore Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kingussie Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Highland Wildlife Park - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Newtonmore Station - 19 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ralia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Newtonmore Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ghillies Cellar Bar & Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Letterbox Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Joe's - The Chippy on the Corner - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Highlander Hotel

Hotel in Newtonmore with a restaurant and a bar
Highlander Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and laundry facilities. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a garden and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 26-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and desks.
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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per accommodation, per night
  • 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 12.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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, debit cards, and cash.

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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Highlander Hotel
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore
Highlander Newtonmore
Hotel Highlander
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore, Scotland
Highlander Hotel Hotel
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore
Highlander Hotel Hotel Newtonmore

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Highlander Hotel?

Highlander Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Highlander Hotel?

This hotel in Newtonmore is within a 10-minute walk of Fused and Light and Highland Folk Museum. You'll also find Newtonmore Golf Club and Kingussie Golf Club within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Highlander Hotel?

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

Does Highlander Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Highlander Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Highlander Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Highlander Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this hotel.

Does Highlander Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Highlander Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Highlander Hotel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Highlander Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Highlander Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Highlander Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Highlander Hotel?

No, at Highlander Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Highlander Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 482 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 482 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 482 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 482 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 482 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aurangzeb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfy accommodation and excellent dinner and staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location for Cairngorms attractions. Lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Prabhjot

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

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

1 night stay

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

WILLIAM

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I Like the Highlander is comfortable, friendly and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mouktar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If you are looking for a clean place to spend the night, this honestly fits the bill. Not a lot to complain about, just don't expect any bells and whistles. As others have already pointed out, yes it does look like it is from the 1980s as the deco probably hasn't been updated in a while (bathroom looks refurbished though), but having said that, it was clean (apart from the extractor in the bathroom that needs a good scrubbing) As it is in the middle of nowhere, don't expect some fine dining experience (even though the tables are all set for a 6 course meal! Yes, complete with the salad forks), you also need to book a table in advance which is understandable due to its location and potentially limited seating. A great place to spend a night or two while exploring the local area. Staff were friendly and generally welcoming (Roshenka? seems to be in charge). We will consider staying here again
Bedroom - Note there is no air-conditioner, just electric heating
Bathroom with a shower in the corner (out of frame)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the fourth time we have stayed at this Hotel. Staff are very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shani

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

Happy customer

The Highlander Hotel exceeded our expectations wonderful room in a beautiful location, I'm sure we will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay in beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The property is dated, but it's what I expected for the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

mark

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

Great stay

Great stay, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an old property formerly i believe known as the Highlander Motel and parts of it still show its age That said my room was spacious, clean with what appeared to be a new refurbished bathroom with shower cabinet I enjoyed my stay with the staff on arrival and breakfast next morning being very pleasant. Service was excellent. One point to note is that the hotel is used for bus tours but that did not bother me in the least. Would stay here again if the need arose.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Henrietta

Comfortable bed & room, tasty breakfast, good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highlander Hotel was recommended by a friend who had been impressed at how well they catered for large bus trips as well as smaller parties. We weren't sure it would suit us but tried it for two nights. It was a very pleasant surprise. Despite being a pet friendly hotel our room had absolutely no sign of ever having an animal in it and was spotlessly clean. The food was good and the staff were excellent - even offering us a cooked breakfast when we arrived 20 minutes late after I misread the breakfast times! Facilities were very good and it is conveniently placed for travel without traffic noise. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Abigail

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable area. Nice and quiet. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & comfo
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My one night stay was fine. Friendly staff nice big room good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kath

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good overnight stay

One night stay. Staff efficient and pleasant. Room was on the ground floor and there was quite a lot of creaking floorboards from the room above which was on the verge of being disturbing. Found the bar lacked character, mistook it for a small dining area to begin with, no easy chairs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff really friendly and helpful. A+++
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

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

Good value stay

Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was large and clean although there were a number of stains on the wall. Breakfasts were good but the evening meal we had was poor. Howwever, overall it was a good stay and I would recommend for a reasonably priced stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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