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Mackays Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Strathpeffer with free breakfast and bars

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Property grounds
Reception
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Double Room | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi, wheelchair access
Exterior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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The Square, Strathpeffer, Scotland, IV14 9DL
  • Strathpeffer Pavilion
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Strathpeffer Pump Room
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Falls of Rogie
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double Room | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Double Room

  • 1797 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Twin Room

  • 1797 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Strathpeffer

Mackays Hotel places you next to Strathpeffer Pavilion and Upper Pump Room. This 54-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Strathpeffer Pavilion - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Strathpeffer Pump Room - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Highland Museum of Childhood - 2 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Castle Leod - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Falls of Rogie - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dingwall Station - 9 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookies chinese - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Glenord Distillery Visitor Centre - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cononbridge Chinese Takeaway and Chip Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Strathpeffer Old Station - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tarvie Services - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Mackays Hotel

Hotel in Strathpeffer with free breakfast and bars
At Mackays Hotel, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.
24-inch TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles are also standard.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

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Front of property

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  • Parking included
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$101 nightly
The price is $121
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

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 rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

MacKay's Hotel Strathpeffer
MacKay's Strathpeffer
Mackay's Hotel Strathpeffer Scotland
Mackays Hotel Strathpeffer
MacKay's Hotel
Mackays Hotel Hotel
Mackays Hotel Strathpeffer
Mackays Hotel Hotel Strathpeffer

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Mackays Hotel?

This hotel in Strathpeffer is within a 10-minute walk of Strathpeffer Pump Room and Upper Pump Room. You'll also find Highland Museum of Childhood and Castle Leod less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Mackays Hotel?

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

Does Mackays Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Mackays Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mackays Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8 AM and 8 PM.

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

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, 2 bars, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Mackays Hotel?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Mackays Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mackays Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Mackays Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mackays Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Mackays Hotel?

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

How close is the airport from Mackays Hotel?

The closest major airport to Mackays Hotel is Inverness (INV), which is 26.9 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mackays Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Mackays Hotel.

Mackays Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 91 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

RACHEL

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Good choice for the area

We were desperate for accommodation in Inverness and couldn't find anything available so we ended up in Strathpeffer. The hotel is old, reasonably clean, fairly quiet and comfortable enough. The breakfast was great, service was faultless. We also had dinner there one night and it was excellent. Was it worth £90 per night???
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

derek

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic clean enough tho nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A long way from anywhere ( our choice) very uncomfortable bed tiny TV no bar fridge. 7 miles to good local pub. Good food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Chris

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

Hotel with character

Had to ring Hotels.com after I'd checked in because the hotel tried to charge me when I'd already paid in advance. Probably a glitch in the booking system. But the staff were friendly and Hotels.com rang them to ensure it was paid. Had a meal in the evening and a breakfast which was fine. Lovely old building. Even had a swimming pool which we used free of charge before dinner. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Great staff and lovely room

I thought the staff were really friendly and helpful. I ate in the hotel and the food was good and very promptly served. My accommodation was one of the spacious, clean lodge rooms. All in all, it was extremely good value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

anna, western isles

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

1 night in Strapeffer

We stayed here 1 night, our room was in separate building which was fine although in the morning you have to go to main building for breakfast, we were lucky it was dry. Breakfast was very good. The night before we ate in the deli across from hotel, it is v small but cosy we had delicious homemade pizza also has very good drink selection, there is another small restaurant 2 min walk "red poppy" looked v good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Mildred

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In need of improvement

Most of the staff were friendly, but the hotel is badly in need of an upgrade. Towels were threadbare and the room was cold with no additional blankets provided.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Eilidh, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant location in lovely village

Main issue ..... would have been a good breakfast, IF, it had at least been warm or preferably, hot...... everything was cold on each of the three cooked breakfasts brought to the table. The hotel is very tired but do not think it would take much to improve the outside of the building and make a better first impression.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

It's what you expect and that's cool.

We were warmly received by the team at MacKay's hotel, and they were super helpful over email before the stay too. The waiting staff at breakfast were really jolly even when faced with a busy room full of guests. The hotel is in a great location on the square for access to the main village and local attractions. Next door to the pavillions which is the main point of our visit (156 steps from door to door). Plenty of car parking as long as you get there early but you can find other places to park if not. In terms of the rooms - it was in line with what I was expecting- this is basic accommodation but doesn't pretend to be otherwise. Beds are comfy, showers are hot and work well, the place was clean and tidy. Yeah it's all a bit tired and basic but if you're paying £110 for a room for three/four people in a room you can overlook this. The price is reasonable for the type of accomodation and the local area. The Wifi is a bit hit and miss but it's only really meant for the shared areas and not for the bedrooms. Breakfast was good standard, again in line with expectations. The pool and sauna are a nice addition and we had a laugh in there with the free pool inflatables, again all clean and tidy and seemed safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful surroundings

Food at restaurant good not great. Parking when hotel is busy is crowded. Hotel staff exceptional room very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel okay, room very dark. bed very solid. breakfast very understaffed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Didn't appreciate the plastic under blanket

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Charlie, Ipswich Suffolk

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A very run down hotel that time has passed bye. I would not recommend this hotel to anybody. There are far nicer hotels in Strathpeffer with up to date facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Great if you're 60+ on a coaching holiday

If you are part of a coaching party, strathpeffer caters for you, it's a coach orientated resort. If you are traveling for work, pay the extra and stay in Inverness, you then won't be subjected to set menu's which consist of half a pie, two boiled potatoes (yes that's right, two) and a smattering of carrots... The kind of meal your average coach connoisseur would heartly enjoy I'm sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't stay here

This was an awful stay, the room was not as advertised at all, in fact we were put in what appeared to be an old staff lodge, the room was advertised as having a shower/bath combo and climate control heating, this wasn't true. The bath didn't have enough hot water to fill up, and the boiler was in the bedroom so it made a very loud noise. The room was also uncomfortably hot. When I asked for assistance no help was given, I asked 3 times. The final time I was told to open the window - something I had already done. Food was also poor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

alan

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

Mackays

Limited menu so I eat elsewhere

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

MscKays Hotel

Hotel clean enough but very tired needs a good upgrade Food was fine but room very small but again clean. OK for what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018