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MACDONALD HOUSE, Inverness – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
1 Ardross Terrace,
Inverness,
United Kingdom,
IV3 5NQ,
Highlands
- Close to the River Ness
Very good
7.8
3.6
Loved by Macdonald House Hotel guests
"The annex cottage was super quiet and quaint."
"Central . Basically on the river, cathedral views."
"Location excellent, close to town centre and Eden Court Theatre, overlooking St Andrews Cathedral and River Ness with diverse street food options on the doorstep."
4-star boutique hotel in Inverness
Accommodations
Macdonald House offers
Dining
A
Location
Macdonald House is situated within a 5-minute walk from the historic
Business Travel
For business travelers, Macdonald House provides
Additional Amenities
Macdonald House offers
Highlights
Location: 5-minute walk from Inverness Castle
Dining: Full Scottish breakfast with local ingredients
Rooms: 24 well-appointed bedrooms including super king-size and family rooms
Business: Meeting facilities with high-speed internet access
Must-do experiences
- Visit the historic Inverness Castle for stunning views of the city.
- Take a scenic walk along the banks of the River Ness at sunset.
- Explore the Victorian Market for unique local crafts and treats.
- Sample haggis at The Castle Tavern for a true Scottish experience.
- Discover the hidden gem of Leakey's Bookshop in a converted church.
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Macdonald House Hotel Location
1 Ardross Terrace,
Inverness,
United Kingdom,
IV3 5NQ,
Highlands
Map view
1 Ardross Terrace,
Inverness,
United Kingdom,
IV3 5NQ,
Highlands
City landmarks
Castle
Inverness Castle
2100 ft
Landmark
Ness Islands
4500 ft
Landmark
Falcon Square
2200 ft
Market
Victorian Market
2300 ft
Shopping Area
Eastgate Shopping Centre
2600 ft
Garden
Inverness Botanic Gardens
1.1
mi
Landmark
Inverness Ice Centre
5200 ft
Church
Crown Church
2300 ft
Nearby
InvernessScotland
River Ness
700 ft
Museum
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
1500 ft
Church
Inverness Cathedral
300 ft
Event hall
Eden Court Inverness
1200 ft
Art object
Flora Macdonald statue
700 ft
Gallery
Castle Gallery
1100 ft
Town House High Street Castle Street/High Street
Inverness Town House
1200 ft
Greig St Rio Ness
Greig Street Bridge
1600 ft
4-9 Huntly Street Highland House of Fraser
The Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre
700 ft
Church
Old High St Stephen's Church
2000 ft
Church
St Mary's Catholic Church
1200 ft
Church
Old Kirk Yard
1700 ft
Gallery
Scottish Flair Art Gallery
1800 ft
1 Ness Bank
Ness Bank Church
600 ft
Store
Judith Glue
1000 ft
Garden
Cavell Gardens
2100 ft
22 Bank Street
Dr Black's Memorial Hall
1300 ft
Facing at Ness Bank Gardens Between Ness Bank And 1 Castle Road
Faith Hope and Charity
600 ft
Bridge
Ness Bridge
800 ft
Gallery
Art TM
1000 ft
3 Bridge St
City Sightseeing Inverness
1100 ft
Unnamed Road
Knocknagael Boar Stone
1300 ft
Restaurants
Bar Eight & Brasserie
500 ft
8 Ness Walk Best Western Palace Hotel Inverness
The Castle Tavern
2400 ft
1 View Place
Prime Steak & Seafood
900 ft
4-6 Ness Walk
The Angels' Share Inverness
700 ft
Restaurant
McNab's Bar & Bistro
700 ft
7 Ness Walk Columba Hotel
Encore
800 ft
5-9 Young Street
The Kitchen Brasserie
1100 ft
15 Huntly Street
Pizza Pepperoni
900 ft
18 Tomnahurich Street
Prime
900 ft
6 Ness Walk
Contrast Brasserie
2600 ft
The Glenmoriston Town House
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-22:00
Check-out
from 06:00-10:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
6
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
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Pros
City center location
Friendly host
Comfy bed
Small kitchenette
Reasonable price
Cons
Inadequate hot water
Cigarette smoke smell
Stale cigarette smoke
Extra charge attempt
Guest reviewsbased on 80 reviews
theodore from united states
Single
double room private bathroom
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: February 15, 2026
6/10
mixed experience, some issues noted
cigarette odorrough towels
The room had a noticeable cigarette odor. i booked a non-smoking room, but the smell was still present. the provided towels had stains, and i found them quite rough. They could definitely use replacing.
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Geoffrey from United Kingdom
Single
Cottage Annex
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: January 25, 2026
9.0/10
Riverside Retreat
riverside locationprivate entrancehelpful host
Charlie the cat. The Annexe was perfect, a single room near the river. I had a single bed, Wi-Fi. an en suite shower. The small kitchen had a fridge and microwave. Three big windows with the annexe's own entrance were great.
Service
9/10
The host provided a warm welcome and useful local tips. Mrs B gave great recommendations. Her dinner recommendation was really great.
Location
10/10
The hotel's location is central and basically on the river. It has cathedral views with easy access to many amenities. Eden Court is very near the premises. It adds convenience for those attending shows.
Rooms
8/10
The cottage room included a TV, a kitchenette. a private bathroom. Period features and the size of the room are amazing. I appreciated the owner retained the house's character!
Dining
9/10
There is no breakfast service at the hotel itself! but several options are nearby. Street food options are on the doorstep. This provides many choices for a quick meal.
Facilities
9/10
The hotel has great facilities, including luggage storage if needed. Access to the main house is provided and the building is beautiful. I was very satisfied.
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Georgia from United States
Single
Double Room River View
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: December 22, 2025
9.0/10
Excellent Stay Near the City Center
friendly stafflocal dinnerlarge roomsmoke smell
The staff was friendly and accommodated an early check-in. I received a recommendation for dinner at a local restaurant named Encore. I enjoyed the large room and its cleanliness. The facilities were excellent.
The building smelled of smoke sometimes. This was overwhelming.
Facilities
9/10
The hotel has a well-kept fitness center. I saw modern equipment. Guests have access to a business center with printing services.
Location
8/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the main rail station. The river is very close to the hotel. This allows easy access to many attractions.
Dining
9/10
The hotel offers a restaurant. There is also a bar on-site, so guests can relax after a long day. A complimentary breakfast is available each morning.
Rooms
10/10
My river view room included amenities. The private bathroom offered toiletries. The hotel also includes a television for entertainment.
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