One great thing about traveling is how some places allow you to enjoy the present while visiting the past at the same time. The region of Loch Ness has a charm of its own, with its large freshwater lake and exceptionally scenic views all around. Its stunning landscape has captured the imagination of poets, composers, and moviemakers for centuries. And whether you’re there to stay at glamping spots in the highlands, to take part in a festival, to catch the Northern Lights, or to indulge in a gastronomic journey, you’ll surely have a great time. It also boasts numerous castles that have stood the test of time and serve as reminders of Scotland’s glorious past. You can even stay a night or two in some of them. Continue reading to learn about the top castle hotels near Loch Ness, United Kingdom.
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1. Tulloch Castle Hotel ‘A Bespoke Hotel’ (from USD 103)
Delicious dinner, excellent breakfast, and a cozy bar with great atmosphere.
Reasonable pricing for a castle experience with dinner and breakfast included.
Convenient location for NC500, near Dingwall, and easy access to Inverness and other highland locations.
Dog-friendly, ghost tours, spacious lounges, and period furnishings.
If you want to see if the Loch Ness monster is real or check out the town hall where The Beatles played before their rise to fame, consider staying in the 12th-century Tulloch Castle Hotel ‘A Bespoke Hotel’. Located just a five-minute drive away from the town center of Dingwall, it provides easy access to everything you want to see and do in the town.
Aside from the delicious in-house Turrets Restaurant, the hotel boasts spacious bedrooms with four-poster beds in some of them, a bar, a garden, and smoke-free premises. Many of its original features have been retained, including the 250-year-old paneled Great Hall, stone fireplaces, and antique furniture. Best of all, its friendly staff will also give your furry friends the warm welcome they deserve.
Tulloch Castle Hotel ‘A Bespoke Hotel’ This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: Tulloch Castle Drive
31.64 km (19.7 mi) from Urquhart Castle
2. Glengarry Castle Hotel (from USD 259)
Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway with your special someone, a magical adventure with the whole family, or just looking for accommodation on your way to the Isle of Sky, Glengarry Castle Hotel is a great place to stay in Loch Ness, Scotland. If you’re a history buff, you won’t have to look very far since the ruin of Invergarry Castle is right on the grounds of the hotel.
Built in the 19th century, it is set in an ideal location for exploring the beautiful nature in the Highlands. This pet-friendly, non-smoking hotel features a tennis court, a library, and 26 individually furnished bedrooms. Some of them have four-poster beds and some feature half-tester beds.
Glengarry Castle Hotel
Address: Glengarry Castle Hotel
34.85 km (21.7 mi) from Urquhart Castle
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3. The Highland Club (from USD 312)
This beautiful castle is perfectly situated on the shores of Loch Ness, set within 20 acres (8.09 hectares) of private grounds. One of the best features of this mezzanine apartment is a cathedral window that provides a wonderful view. Staying in this rental also gives you access to the features of the club such as the gym, pool, sauna, steam room, and lake.
If you don’t want to cook in the fully equipped kitchen, you can also visit the club’s restaurant, The Boathouse Restaurant, and enjoy locally sourced food.
Saint Benedicts Abbey, United Kingdom
24.42 km (15.2 mi) from Urquhart CastleSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
baljit was super easy to communicate either and the on-site management were friendly helpful and professionalmike the agent was very thorough helpful and responsivethe locals are friendlyjulie who is your main contact while you are at the abbey is so attentive and helpfulLocation:
great location and wonderful apartmentcan walk to downtown easilygreat location and beautiful propertybeautiful location in a great area to get away from the hustle and bustlebeautiful grounds and in walking distance to the townCleanliness:
apartment was very clean and warmthe apartment was clean spacious and had everything we needed for a great staythe unit was clean and ready for us with a well-equipped kitchenthe unit is spacious modern comfortable and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
if you’re travelling without data the small village offers free wifi which helps with the check innice amenities such as a game room pool & saunathe apartment was nicely arranged with a stocked kitchenthe rooms were beautiful clean comfortable and spacious and came equipped with all the amenities we could needthe apartment was set in a gorgeous spot and had everything we needed
4. Lentran House (from USD 384)
This property was once the home of the Lord of Inverness but has since been converted into luxury apartments. The space features 14-foot (4.27-meter) ceilings, white oak flooring, a chandelier, and beautiful bay windows. The property has Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace, and a fully equipped kitchen. You and your kids could enjoy playing games outdoors in the grass-covered private backyard.
Inverness City is only 5 kilometers (3.11 miles) away, while Loch Ness is 25 kilometers (15.53 miles) from the property. If you’re planning to venture in nearby areas, bringing a car wouldn’t be a problem since you can park on the premises and on the street.
Inverness, Inverness Shire, United Kingdom
17.28 km (10.8 mi) from Urquhart CastleAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
host was very responsive to the few questions we hadaaron was a great and communicative host which made it easy to check inthe host is very responsive and spontaneous in his communicationaaron was very responsive and we loved this part of our scotland tripLocation:
great spot close to invernessit is well located and well maintainedthe location is an easy 15 minutes from the inverness city centerit was a perfect location to travel into town and to loch ness and the isle of skyelovely apartment in a beautiful and very quiet locationCleanliness:
very clean and well decoratedit was clean and welcoming with a well stocked kitchenit was clean comfortable and the surroundings were beautifulaaron’s place was neat clean and comfortableit was warm and cosy imaculately clean and tidyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
my wife is a fan of relaxing batheswifi was reliable and pretty fastvery well equipped kitchen and adorable window nook for morning coffee in the living roomthe garden view is amazing and the apartment itself is wonderful2 bathrooms which is a huge bonus and only 15mins drive from inverness city centre
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Stunning landscapes, preserved traditions, and uniquely delicious delicacies will surely make your trip to Loch Ness a memorable one. And what better way to complete your travel experience in Scotland than to stay in a castle? Stay in 5-star castle hotels in Loch Ness or in Airbnb vacation rentals within castle grounds. Book your stay in one of these castles now.
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