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Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Eco-certified Inverness hotel in Inverness City Centre with a full-service spa

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Indoor pool
Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
Reception
Indoor pool
View from property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Pool
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

Room options

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
8 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NG

What's nearby

  • Inverness Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victorian Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Inverness Castle - 9 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 11 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Milk Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Xoko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tavern - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Inverness Castle
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa. Indulge in aromatherapy, a body scrub and a body treatment at Sleeping Beauty Spa, the on-site spa. In addition to a fireplace in reception and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking, plus valet parking (surcharge)
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk and secured bike storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 110 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers
  • LED light bulbs, baby baths and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Polish, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 10 per stay)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 10 AM on weekends; GBP 17.95 for adults and GBP 17.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Brasserie

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days

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
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (64 centimetre high)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property also serves Jain vegetarian food. Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.95 for adults and from GBP 17.95 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 10 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

As of 3 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa on 16 Dec 2024 start from €103.44, 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.

Is Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa located?

Located in Inverness City Centre, this spa hotel is steps away from Inverness Museum and Art Gallery and Inverness Castle. Inverness Cathedral and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre are also within 5 minutes. Inverness Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 430 out of 885 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 885 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 885 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 885 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 885 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olubunmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, excellent quality facilities. Fantastic food
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything here was terrific, even the parking situation worked out fine in spite of the limited off-street spaces available (we parked within a block on-street both nights with no issues). Best gym facility of the seven 4star properties we stayed in during our time in Scotland. Very helpful, pleasant staff, comfortable room, lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Every thing great only thing need more parking space
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Myself and my husband had a lovely 2 nights here. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were all excellent, staff extremely friendly, professional and helpful. The pool, sauna and steam room were all extremely clean as was the rest of the hotel. Looking forward to booking our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Johanna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool, lovely staff, terrible breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel and spa/pool
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located right along the River Ness, this is a beautiful hotel. Easy access to dining and shopping and tours of the city, Loch Ness, and Isle of Skye. A lovely place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

George and Pamela

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The "palace" on the outside is historically beautiful. The old stone building is worth the visit. The outdoor seating next to the Ness River is wonderful. The walkability over the Ness Bridge into old Inverness is great. Castle is right there along with other historical sites. Inverness seems like a pretty awesome city. The rooms are typical Best Western rooms that you can rent in the US for $100/night. This room cost us $450/night. Had I known that it wouldn't be "luxurious" as described on-line, I would not have stayed. The description is very deceiving. But the outside of the building and surrounding area is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir, Port Coquitlam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice old-style hotel, very well maintained. We really liked the high ceiling, the archer in the room, beautiful stucco moldings, the feeling and atmosphere. In the morning, we enjoyed a tasty breakfast. The staff is kind and willing to help. We enjoyed our staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location from main highway, quiet, walk to restaurants/pub. Nice buffet breakfast and hotel bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Honorato

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingo

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Annahid

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel although be careful what type of room you book. It seems the standard rooms are in a b&b type property next door without the same amenities and quality of the main hotel. The hotel itself is lovely, great pool gym and spa, lovely bar and restaurant. Some of the staff are a little gruff on first impression but very friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent - Room had a beautiful view of the river. Hope to be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Nice location but "new" part of hotel isn't great
The hotel had great facilities and is a regular choice for us due to location, parking and the facilities. This time our room was behind the spa area. Noisy and not very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Trent

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I’ve never actually written a bad review for a hotel but this one is bad. Avoid if possible. When we arrived the toilet was clogged with bits of *matter* still in it as well as the sink left with hair and dirt in it. When I went to complain they said they’d take care of it and would leave a bottle of wine as an apology. When we came up 2 hours later-the toilet was fixed but the sink still wasn’t clean. To add insult to injury they left a 3£ bottle of 175 ml wine as the apology. The next morning the breakfast service was also poor as the waitress aggressively placed items on the table with the food being very mediocre. For 400 pounds a night it was a terrible experience. The place is poorly run. Avoid if possible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff, the soup for dinner was perfect for cold weather. All hotels pay attention, those little sauce, mayo jars? Cute but annoying if travelling. Swap them out like BW did for the sachets - perfect for those on the go!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024