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The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property

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Lounge
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Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Bay Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer, Scotland, IV14 9AN
  • Place, Upper Pump Room
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Strathpeffer Pavilion
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Strathpeffer Pump Room
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Twin Room with Scenic View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with Scenic View | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room with Scenic View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

24 Hrs. Stay - Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Strathpeffer

The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality places you next to Upper Pump Room and Strathpeffer Pavilion. This 131-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Upper Pump Room - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Strathpeffer Pavilion - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eagle Stone - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Strathpeffer Pump Room - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Castle Leod - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Dingwall Station - 10 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glen Ord Distillery, Visitor Centre & Whisky Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Matildas Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Oliveira’s Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Chippy - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ord Arms Hotel Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality

Guests staying at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a ballroom. There's free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This hotel also has a garden.
TVs come with cable channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.0 for adults and GBP 6.0 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property is also known as

Highland Hotel Strathpeffer
Highland Strathpeffer
The Highland Hotel
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Hotel
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Strathpeffer
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Hotel Strathpeffer

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality on Jun 29, 2026 start from $132, 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 can I see around The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Located steps from Upper Pump Room, this hotel is in Strathpeffer, and within a 10-minute walk of Strathpeffer Pump Room and Eagle Stone. You'll also find Castle Leod and Falls of Rogie within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

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

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a casino at the property?

No, The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a mountain view.

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a hot tub?

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

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

The closest major airport to The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality is Inverness (INV), which is 27 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality.

The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 637 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff nice clean room bed very comfortable. Only negative we could find is the fact that guests are smoking heavily on the outside terrace.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room with loverly views, staff fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was lovely, staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel. On my last two visits I've had a recently refurbished room, so clean and fresh. Friendly helpful staff who go out of their way to make your visit a memorable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location nice little town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Luidgardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, cluter free fresh environment. Staff very decent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, and great view over the village. Very clean. Dinner and breakfast excellent as always. Staff all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great common areas.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A really lovely hotel with an interesting history. The staff were absolutely lovely and really made the effort to look after us. The room was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. We had our evening meal in the hotel with delicious food and top notch service. Overall we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable room and yummy breakfast! We really enjoyed the entertainment on the nightvwe arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful old hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Nice location and good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value with clean room and quiet location. Included food and dinner service was average.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were awesome and the food was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were very welcoming to our dog and its situation in the centre of the beautiful town was perfect for exploring.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A comfortable stay. Good food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

MARK

Clean hotel and staff good, somewhat dated .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge rooms lots of space nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in a small village. Decent breakfast and good parking spots
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing stay ever
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff made my parents feel very welcome for their special stay, really went above and beyond, thank you 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with lots of character. Staff friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the food in the evening and at breakfast was very underwhelming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff were great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

thomas

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

Hotel stay

It was really nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mara

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

Quiet hotel in the country

Very clean, quaint village and very friendly staff. A great place to relax and enjoy rural Scotland.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025