Hootananny offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Inverness Castle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Inverness Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Inverness Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 18 min drive
Inverness Station - 5 min walk
Inverness Airport Train Station - 16 min drive
Muir of Ord Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
The King's Highway (Wetherspoon) - 1 min walk
Black Isle Bar - 1 min walk
Hootananny - 1 min walk
The Mustard Seed Restaurant - 1 min walk
Highlander - 1 min walk
About this property
Hootananny
Hootananny offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Inverness Castle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
At a glance
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Hotel size
7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Home comfort
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Daily housekeeping
Local maps
Fees & policies
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hootananny ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hootananny ?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hootananny .
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hootananny ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Hootananny ?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hootananny like?
Hootananny is a short 5-minute walk from Inverness Station and 8 minutes' walk from Inverness Castle.
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Reviews
Hootananny Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2026
This was by far the most special place we stayed in Scotland! Our room was decorated beautifully and had so many extra perks, including the best in room coffee!
Our room was located right above the stage and we never heard the music at all.
The food and entertainment was top notch!
Thanks to Nick , Doreen and Sweet Baily!
Stewart
Stewart, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Great location great updated room
Kristen
Kristen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
The room was clean, the location was convenient, and the entertainment downstairs was incredible.
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
The location could not be better for visitors to Inverness. The room had many modern amenities and was wonderfully decorated.
Reed
Reed, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2025
The rooms are separated from the bar/food area so the music is not an issue at all when in the hotel room. Very friendly staff and great food and drinks with live music!
Callie
Callie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2025
Great location. The music in the bar below was amazing. Great local acts. Room was nice. Staff was very accommodating.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2025
The room was very comfortable. Very clean.
Great towels. The restaurant had local music that was great. Would highly recommend. Great location
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Lovely room in excellent location.
Had a great stay in very comfortable room. Bed was so comfy didn’t want to get up! Bathroom spotless with great shower. Great coffee maker with loads of different types of coffee, and real milk in wee bottles. Will be back with my wife next time.
gordon
gordon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 19, 2025
We loved staying at the Hootenanny. The room was lovely and the bar was great with excellent music and food. The bed was super comfy and the room was cozy. Bar staff were great and super friendly. Would have been five stars but communication from hotel staff was minimal even while we tried to reach via both the Expedia app and via text. Also no shampoo or conditioner was provided and for the price and convenience for travelers, it is somewhat the minimum.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
When arriving at the property it looked very dated so wasn’t sure what the rooms were going to be like. We were greeted by the host and was taken to our top floor room. It was clean and nicely decorated with a large comfortable bed with lovely pillows and bed linen. The bathroom was exceptional too, I couldn’t fault the room at all. The tea/coffee facilities were fabulous. I would highly recommend.
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
I had room 7 absolutely gorgeous in every way, even though there was pub downstairs playing lovely Celtic music my room was so quiet, the decor was beautiful like cottage modern feel, little window seat you could see river ness, I sat there most of the time, the bedding 100% scrumptious white cotton sheets which I love, bed was hugh and luxurious, bathroom gorgeous, tartan tiles wow, honestly this was 5* for me. My every visit to Inverness I will try get this room it was sooooo cozy and warming & recommend it highly
Karena
Karena, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Everything was better than expected and went smooth as silk. The room layout was quirky in the best of ways! Not a simple rectangle box - more like a suite - bedroom, bathroom, a teeny entry foyer, a couple of steps separating all three. In the heart of Inverness Center (Centre, if you prefer). Everything a tourist could want is within a short walk. The booking said unstaffed/no front desk; however, their was a Hootananny rep, familiar with our reservation and gave us an easy welcome - who was primarily working the bar/restaurant. I give it a fair thumbs up!
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
May 11, 2026
The room itself was clean and comfortable. The staff were welcoming and helpful.
The noise travelling from the bar below was incredibly loud and didn’t stop till midnight. I wasn’t able to sleep through it and I had a long journey to take the next day. The WiFi wasn’t working or the coffee machine in the room.
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 14, 2026
Room was very nice but not big. Very clean and beds were comfortable.
We got there after check in time but had no problems. We were on the 4th floor so we couldn’t hear the music down in the bar.
We are at the bar and food was great!
Make sure you make reservations for the bar if dining or you won’t get in.
The only thing we didn’t like was that there is NO LIFT. You have to carry. Your luggage up steps. Would not recommend if you’re not able to do this.
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 15, 2025
The music playing downstairs was most enjoyable- great food in the restaurant too!
Thanks!
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Fine place to rest your head. Clean, big shower, can’t ask for more.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Great location in centre of Inverness. Rooms are well designed, clean and well thought. Much better than standard hotel. Simple set up and effortless.
John
John, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 13, 2025
Room itself was fine. Clean and with a comfortable bed. Bathroom was clean with a good walk in shower.
virginia
virginia, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 5, 2026
It was a very beautiful room in the best place possible if you want to go out and with a thought through selection of amenities. The place seemed very professional and tidy, the bed the best I have slept in, but I found old bacon under the bed table, the curtain was broken and could not go up again and the wifi data provided in their own papers was incorrect. So I had to pay to use data in stead. I had met the staff several times earlier and they were not very welcoming og accomodating at any time - they just pointed me to my room. I also tried to contact the admin regarding supper but never heard back. I was only there from late night to check out the next day so it did not want to spend too much time insisting on assistance either - especially after the luke interactions i had had with the staff. But truthfully I think I should have had a discount for all the things that did not work - primarily the poor cleaning.
Katrine
Katrine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
Not to be missed
Looking for the ultimate experience this is it on top of a pub a lot of stairs so make sure you leave your luggage in the car and pack a smaller bag —— extremely friendly the young lady who checked us in so sweet and the owner very very helpful andThis is a must must if you’re going to Inverness on the authentic Scottish experience
Andriana
Andriana, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2025
Room was clean but the bed was uncomfortable. Also this is upstairs from a bar that offers live music every night until about midnight. The bass would shake the room.
Renita
Renita, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 22, 2025
Fint o livligt.
Fint rum direkt ovanpå livlig pub med livemusik samt downtowngata med bilar, folk och transporter.