Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotels Distinctive
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotels Distinctive
- River view
- Pets allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
About this property
Opposite Inverness Castle, Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotels Distinctive is located on the banks of the River Ness. Only a 5-minute walk from Inverness city centre, this hotel offers a swimming pool, leisure club, spa and free WiFi, parking is also available. Each en-suite room at this independently owned hotel has a flat-screen TV, radio and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms also feature a private bathroom with a power shower and hairdryer. The accommodation is located in either Victorian properties or garden cottage. Some rooms overlook the castle and river. Guests have free use of the Palace Leisure Club & Spa’s indoor pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. Beauty treatments are available in Pretty Woman Spa, and there is a modern on-site gym. The Brasserie offers informal lunch and evening meals, whilst restaurant Eight on the River offers evening dining and a hot and cold breakfast buffet. In the refurbished River View Lounge, you can enjoy afternoon tea, sit back and relax with your favourite coffee as we We Proudly Serve Starbucks Coffee The Palace is just a 3-minute walk from riverside restaurants and bars and a 12-minute walk to the train station. The world famous Loch Ness is just a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Parking on site
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar

Sustainability
- Green Tourism
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mark
United Kingdom
“The room was very comfortable and the location of the hotel next to the river meant it was in a quiet location. The pool, Steam room, Sauna and Jacuzzi were good and very relaxing.” - Kathrin
Switzerland
“The swimming pool was excellent, as was the view of the river Ness and the castle from our second floor room.” - Zsanett
Switzerland
“Excellent location, fully renovated. Gym / Spa recent and very clean, well -equipped. Staff very helpful and reactive, as well as at the reception as in the restaurant/ breakfast/ spa areas.” - Margot
United Kingdom
“Good buffet breakfast (although orange juice clearly not fresh oj). Front part of hotel is quiet. Staff helpful. Rooms fine although no aircon so the fan was welcome. Nice to have coffee machine.” - Sharon
United Kingdom
“Location and parking. Food was nice with a nice bar.” - Louise
New Zealand
“Overall excellence especially service. Very well managed hotel, excellent service staff and best location. Could not ask for more.” - Jimmy
New Zealand
“The staff were extremely professional, helpful and friendly. Would recommend staying there again.” - Andreea
Romania
“It one of the best hotels in Inverness. We liked everything.” - Dawn
Australia
“Location was fabulous. Rooms were comfortable and clean. We enjoyed our stay” - Nik
United Kingdom
“Very friendly and helpful staff. The facility at fitness centre which has swimming pool, jaccuzzi, steam room, sauna and gym room. Towels are provided but needs a pound coin for the locker. Good breakfast selection which is full English and I...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Eight on the River
- CuisineScottish
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.








The fine print
Please inform the property of your room location preference of either the Victorian property or garden cottage.
Pets are welcome for an additional GBP 15 per dog per night.
The hotel Swimming Pool, Gym & Spa are now open to hotel guests.