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Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Experience the classic charm of the Columba Hotel, featuring a traditional design with a prominent entrance and balcony area.
Relax in style with a comfortable seating area, modern fireplace, and flat-screen TV.
Enjoy a wide selection of drinks at our fully stocked bar, featuring a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, sofa, and armchairs, offering a view from the large window.
Welcome to the reception area, where you can find the location of bedrooms and the restaurant.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

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7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NF
  • Inverness Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Inverness Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Eden Court Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

Two beds with black and white bedding, a desk with TV and chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double River View

Enjoy a comfortable stay in this well-appointed room featuring a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk with chair.

Double River View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Relax in a cozy space with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and convenient desk.

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room, River View

Relax in comfort with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and cozy seating area.

Executive Double Room, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Two single beds with white comforters and pillows, a wooden nightstand, and a small table create a cozy space.

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Relax in comfort with a large bed, desk, and cozy seating area.

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Ness Suite

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, sofa, and armchairs, offering a view from the large window.

Ness Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

Experience a classic and inviting space with a tufted headboard, white comforter, and plaid throw pillows.

Executive Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Triple Room

Three double beds with striped headboards and matching pillows, a wooden wardrobe, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Triple Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the area

Inverness

At Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality you'll be within steps of Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .MacNabs Bar and Bistro is the hotel's own bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Inverness City Centre hotel include Inverness Cathedral and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre.

What's nearby

  • Inverness Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Victorian Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 11 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Milk Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Xoko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tavern - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Riverwalk hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality also features 24-hour room service and a lift.

This 3-star Inverness hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 82 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 0 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality offers 82 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This Inverness hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Polish, Russian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 5 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • MacNabs Bar and Bistro
  • Victoria Restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from GBP 6.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 5.00 per day (984 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Barclaycard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

As of 9 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality on 10 Aug 2025 start from NZ$325.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

The closest beach to Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality is Dores Beach (12.1 km).

Does Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors give a thumbs up to the English brekkie here! Available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

No, Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality?

There isn't one on site, but Torvean Golf Club is a short 17-minute walk away.

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 112 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1002 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sue

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When checking in we were greeted by a person who obviously didn’t want to be there. We received no information regarding dining or breakfast. The shower curtain was mouldy and there was mould on the grouting in the shower. At 5am approx an exhaust fan started outside our window which was extremely noisy. The bed was also very hard and uncomfortable. The hotel is in a good position which is probably the best thing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

TIMOTHY

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were not cleaned properly. The room had a musty odor, smelled like a wet dog. Carpet is very worn. Walls are dirty. Inconvenient access to rooms, have to pass thru multiple heavy doors that do not prop open making it difficult to pass with luggage. Too many small flights of stairs in between rooms. Beds were uncomfortable. What was supposed to be a queen bed was just 2 twins pushed together. Found mold in the bathroom. Overpriced! Would not recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is older builded in the 1800. But close to tours. Good food and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay at the Columba, travelled as a group of 9. Hotel was clean and the staff were very helpful. Buffet Breakfast was excellent. Right in the centre of town, 10 minute walk to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, but the property needs work all over. Rooms ,facilities, and common areas are just run down and not appealing at all. The staff was nice and we had no issues there at all. The rooms are barely acceptable. We are NOT fancy folks and travel extensively. This is the worst room situation we encountered during our 12 day stay in Scotland. Its apparent that the owners/operators are happy with the situation because everywhere you go in the hotel needs cleaning, paint and some sort of modernization. I decided not to report all the minor issues with the room since it seemed a waste of time to do so. Broken mismatched furniture. Plumbing issues. Room climate situation, and just generally everything in the room is needing a facelift or actual maintenance since things are broken or do not work. Bad matress, and pillows and sheets were just old and worn.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Katie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The girls at the front were nice enough, but the bed sheets were stained and the toilet seat kept falling down or slipping off to the side. The bathroom mirror had a note posted to "please close the door to the bedroom as the steam sets off the smoke detectors."
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff lovely as always. Fantastic choice of breakfast. Rooms quiet. 😄
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sanya

Travelled with family
As expected for a budget stay. We were able to leave our bags in an area prior to check in. The room and hotel were quiet. If you cannot mange stairs well this might not be the place for you. Asked the front desk for more body wash and it was never replaced. Cobwebs on the ceiling above the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jaime

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After traveling for nearly 24 hours, coming to the Columba was the perfect place to lay our head. You can't beat the location. An easy walk to Fig and Thistle, The Leakey Bookshop,historical cemetery, and The Victorian Market. If you get a chance there's a spot in there that has chana masala. Chef's kiss! The river walk was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location. And it was my second time staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, comfortable bed, lovely breakfast. The night manager Mark was exceptionally pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Only problem, was no parking
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Narimane

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very old therefore it's very smelly!I requested to be in the lower level(for health reasons)but the hotel put me and my husband in the worst room!!! Was it because we were foreigners? Very frustrated and very disappointed
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Amenities
Loved everything about it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denny

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pleasant staff, lovely comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Our room with beautiful big windows overlooked the River Ness. We wanted a king size bed and we paid appropriately but the room was truly lovely. Good breakfast in the morning and a great location for walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yovanny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good scenery
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie E

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Old Building

While the hotel was in a great location (quiet, next to the River Ness, restaurants/cafes/grocery stores nearby), the room was worn and had mold growing on the bathroom walls and the shower curtain.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025