Royal Highland Hotel, Inverness

A traveller's hotel

The hotel has served the Highlands for over 160 years, and its position next to the station still makes it the obvious stop for anyone arriving by train. Bedrooms are decorated with traditional furniture and antique pieces, in keeping with the building's age. It suits travellers on the Highland railway lines, who can step off the train and be checked in within minutes.

The staircase

The hotel's best-known feature is its grand staircase, which is said to have inspired the staircase on the Titanic. It leads from the hall up to the bedrooms and is worth a look even if you are only in for afternoon tea. Look out too for the antique furnishings in the public areas, which give the hotel much of its character.

Eating and drinking

Ash Restaurant and Ash Bar cover dinner and drinks, the Art Gallery Café serves lighter meals, and afternoon tea and breakfast are offered too. The Victorian Market is across the road for browsing, and the river and city centre are a few minutes' walk. Inverness Airport is about 15 minutes away by car. Staying here makes it easy to explore Inverness on foot and catch trains for day trips to Kyle of Lochalsh or Thurso.

Highlights

• Over 160 years of hospitality
• One minute from Inverness station
• 86 traditionally furnished bedrooms
• Grand staircase said to have inspired the Titanic's
• Ash Restaurant, Ash Bar and Art Gallery Café

Good to know

• Contact the hotel on 01463 231926 about parking and pets, as neither is covered on its website.
• Afternoon tea and breakfast are both offered; ask the hotel about booking.

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