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Reviews of Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa 4 stars

8 Ness Walk, Inverness, IV3 5NG, United Kingdom

#27 of 49 hotels in Inverness

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Review score

Based on 2232 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cozy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive due to cycle event

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Very enjoyable in the right location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cozy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately the main door was on a strong closing mechanism which constantly made a loud banging noice when someone left or entered the building. The same with the rooms.

    The location for me was perfect. They were able to offer a ground floor room which was important to me.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was not comfortable at all. The breakfast staff were overloaded. And food ran out quickly.

    The staff were super nice especially the front desk and reception staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    Amazing hotel, needs updated beds/mattresses.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • River View Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Asked for a double room, however got a twin room with two single beds pushed together, mattress wasn't comfy, as when u lay in it you sunk, yes it's a memory foam mattress however you shouldn't sink into the middle of the bed, had the worst 2 nights sleep I've ever had at a hotel. Also asked for robes in the room for using the pool facilities, however these were never brought to our room.

    The hotel within its self is amazing and has everything to hand. Close to everywhere.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    7.0
    Not good for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • River View Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was very basic for the price we paid. The shower was terrible and breakfast wasn't very good. The room was so hot even with the tiny fan provided.

    Staff were friendly, the bed was comfy and it was clean.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent service, friendly staff, lovely clean amenities would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cozy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bar closed early. Offered to open but was dark and obviously shut with no people or ambience which was disappointing . Also car park full of workmen's vans in evening so no parking for guests available

    Pool, food, comfy beds

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    Perfect for a weekend away!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedroom was quite cold and the radiator made loud noises. There was an electric heater so it wasn’t too bad at night.

    Great location, lovely pool and gym facilities. The breakfast was good too.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    Comfortable stay in attractive heritage hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The dinner menu at the brasserie is very conventional, did not live up to expectations.

    The Palace is a handsome renovation of an older hotel, with all guest room comforts and spacious public areas. The location is perfect: central and right on the scenic over area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Queuing at breakfast

    Nice staff. Lovely pool/Spa facilities etc

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    7.0
    Nice hotel in good location on the river
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cozy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was super hot on arrival - at least 30 deg, heating stuck on! Staff reallocated me to another. Traveled with a dog but was therefore stuck sitting in the lobby for all meals as they are not dog friendly in the other public areas. Not the most ideal place to eat as low seating.

    Staff helpful. Room comfy and large. Food ok. Very picturesque location on the river.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    7.0
    Location was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • River View Double/Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was great staff very friendly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    8.0
    Definitely wod stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lids on hot food were impractical. Lose the lids. Rooms were noisy. A lot of knocking and banging sounds.

    Food was good. Service was excellent. Convenient to town and station. Staff were excellent.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Excellent service, comfy hotel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food and drink over priced and not that great. Room was way too warm with no air con.

    Clean and tidy room with friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    7.0
    Great place to stay for a weekend break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facilities

    Very central and handy

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful view comfortable and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    If the price was a slight bit cheaper.

    The breakfast was very tasty the staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely, relaxing stay in a fantastic location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I don't think I had any issues at all. I didn't eat in the restaurant or bistro, or have breakfast in the hotel either day, so I can't comment on those bits but I felt everything else was very good.

    The location is ideal. An easy to walk to the city centre and set on the river directly across from the castle. You're not far at all from the nature reserve on the islands and there's a great selection of restaurants within a few minutes. You can get a bus to Urquhart Castle two minutes from the hotel. In terms of the hotel itself, the staff were superb and I was able to leave a bag early in the morning having traveled up on the sleeper train. My room was nice, the hotel has a very pleasant bar/bistro to sit in. (There's also a restaurant but I did not visit so cannot comment on that). The gym and spa is pleasant with a good gym, a decent swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and sauna and steam rooms.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our room during the night was noisy. We assume it was from the plumping of the nearby rooms. I did not like that the room service when they brought our breakfast they did not knock the door and got in the room while we were still in bed.

    I liked the location and the view. The food and the indoor Pool was great. the room was comfortable and the room service was quick. Reception staff was helpful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    Great stay. Will definitely return
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff makes the hotel special.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely hotel in a nice area, would recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Cooked breakfast could have been warmer. Ordered poached egg and waited 15 mins for it. Asked staff again and they got it immediately. Clearly it had been sitting in the kitchen ready for staff to bring out.

    Lovely sitting area near the reception, and at the bar. Staff attentive. Lovely and clean hotel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    8.0
    Central location and weather was perfect sunny every day
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could not access wifi and had to use up some of my mobile data

    Great room river view

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    9.0
    In the main, very enjoyable and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cozy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only downside was the morons in the room above. They came back at 3.30 am, had some others in their room and were noisy for about 2 hours. Unfortunately not something the Hotel can control easily. We would consider coming back again though.

    Lovely hotel, great room and the pool and gym were good too. Good selection at the breakfast buffet. The location in the centre of Inverness and right by the river is fantastic. Really good weather helped too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hairdryer Very noisy group of youths in adjoining rooms in early mornings, doors banging etc Small bathroom with very tight opening doorway.

    Location Nice staff Comfy bed

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    Great location, friendly staff and great value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Upgraded to River view room. Sadly WiFi doesn’t reach

    Great location

    Stayed in March 2024

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