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The Lovat, Loch Ness

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with restaurant, near Allt na Criche

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Double or Twin Room (Garden) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Breakfast and dinner served
Front of property
Reception hall
Loft | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Near the shores of Loch Ness, The Lovat, Loch Ness offers an eco-friendly escape with a warm welcome. Indulge in breakfast and dinner at Station Road restaurant, relax by the lobby fireplace or explore the nearby Suidhe Viewpoint.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Loft | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double or Twin Room (Garden) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Double or Twin Room (Garden)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Master Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Master Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft (with front view to Loch Ness) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Loft (with front view to Loch Ness)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Master Room - Loch Ness View | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Master Room - Loch Ness View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, Scotland, PH32 4DU

What's nearby

  • Clansman Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Allt na Criche - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Suidhe Viewpoint - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • The Falls of Foyers - 22 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Urquhart Castle - 29 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 53 min drive
  • Roy Bridge Station - 32 min drive
  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Canalside Chip Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cobb's Café - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Lovat, Loch Ness

When visiting Fort Augustus, The Lovat, Loch Ness is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Station Road, which serves breakfast and dinner. This eco-certified hotel also features a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1879
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Station Road - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25.00 to 25.00 per person

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, Barclaycard

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Lovat, Loch Ness offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Lovat, Loch Ness does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Lovat, Loch Ness?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Lovat, Loch Ness?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lovat, Loch Ness?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at The Lovat, Loch Ness and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and rafting, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Lovat, Loch Ness?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Station Road.

What's the area around The Lovat, Loch Ness like?

The Lovat, Loch Ness is located a short 3-minute walk from Clansman Centre.

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The Lovat, Loch Ness Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, amazing, and a real taste of Highland hospitality. (9 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and easily available, with charge points for electric vehicles. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Exemplary property, almost right on top of the locks into Loch Ness. Wonderful experience in its totality. Definitely recommend staying here!
Carolyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

so nice and clean!
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Gute Lage, bequeme Betten, grosses Bad, freundliches Personal. Preis-/Leistung ist ok.
Ulrich, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place
mike, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful hotel with wonderful staff!
Leah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely Lochness stay

Nice hotel, nice breakfast
Andy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about this place was lovely. Really enjoyed our stay and wished we'd booked two nights.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service by staff lovely room
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location, friendly and helpful staff, a superb, and I really mean superb, restaurant.
Michael, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Kackerlacka på ett av rummen
Eva, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Very expensive for what it is. Lovely staff but this hotel should be so much better considering the cost.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely visit

Lovely,comfortable and cosy room. We were met by lovely staff and a hot toddy. A lovely welcome. Breakfast was amazing and a real taste of Highland hospitality. Would definitely recommend a visit
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff, comfy and elegant building, great extras and treats.
Rebecca, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel, pleasant staff, quiet but central location. Good sized room, nice breakfast.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly Staff and clean comfortable rooms.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Very comfortable, clean friendly and beautifully furnished.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Très pratique et à distance de marche des petits attraits touristiques.
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's an exceptionally nice place, everything was amazing! We loved it
Marina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic as always
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the stay we had at the Lovat. Breakfasts were delicious and the proximity to the lake and local attractions was a bonus. The staff were incredibly welcoming too.
Nick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning family-run hotel with several gorgeous lounge areas to relax in. Wished we had time to stay for longer!
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is private, clean, comfortable and relaxing.
Denise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Lovat is a beautiful hotel with helpful staff and lovely comfortable rooms. The surroundings are stunning and we thoroughly enjoyed the recommended walk to the “secret waterfall”, amazing. Would definately stay here again.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Lovat is a lovely property right in the center of town. Our room was big and very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Cynthia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Extra nice room with comfortable bed and bathroom. Restaurant and bar with well thought out selections and great service. I would love to stay longer.
Kenneth E, 1-night trip