Bunchrew House Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Inverness
About the Hotel
Historic Rooms with Views
Bunchrew House Hotel offers 16 individually decorated rooms named after Scottish clans. Premium Rooms (320+ sq ft) feature sea views and are located in the 17th-century section. Superior Rooms (210+ sq ft) offer Beauly Firth or garden views. Classic Rooms (180+ sq ft) provide Firth or garden views. All include en-suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and daily fresh milk. Some rooms feature conservatories or whirlpool baths.
AA Rosette Dining
The wood-panelled restaurant holds 2 AA Rosettes and a Michelin commendation, serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner with views of the Beauly Firth. Menus use locally sourced Scottish produce with vegetarian and vegan options. Afternoon tea includes handmade patisserie and savories. The cocktail bar offers malt whiskies by a log fire. Private dining available for events up to 14 people in the Mackenzie Room.
Highland Activities Access
The hotel provides golf itinerary planning for 25 nearby courses including Royal Dornoch and Castle Stuart. Walking routes include the Great Glen Way along Loch Ness. Cycling access to forestry tracks. Shooting and fishing arrangements available. Wildlife includes red squirrels, ospreys, and dolphins. Gardens feature Britain's tallest tree (64m Douglas Fir) 5 miles away. Free EV charging with three 7kW Tesla-compatible stations.
Beauly Firth Location
Located 6 km west of Inverness on the Beauly road, overlooking the Beauly Firth. 10-minute drive to Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle visitor center. 15 minutes to Castle Stuart Golf Links. 50 minutes to Royal Dornoch course. 1 hour from the Malt Whisky Trail distilleries. 4.5 km from Inverness Cathedral and Museum.
Family and Pet Services
Accepts well-behaved dogs (£15+ per night). Cots provided free for under-2s. Packed lunches available. Secure gun and golf club storage. Drying facilities. Wedding planning for up to 82 guests. Contactless payments accepted (Visa/Mastercard only). Check-in from 3 PM, check-out by 11 AM.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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