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The Bandstand

Property class: 3

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy dunes, and a pier extending into the water.
A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.
A waterfront with boats docked, a building with a sign reading "Lloyd Salming Club", and a stone wall.
A dining area with a view of a grassy field and a gazebo through large windows.
A crowded bar with wooden tables and a stage for live music.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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Crescent Road, Nairn, Scotland, IV12 4NB
  • Place, Nairn Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nairn Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Nairn Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Links Suite)

A modern bathroom with a dark tiled shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Links Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Ensuite (Small single)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea View

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and plaid pillows, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a lamp.

Superior Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Ensuite, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and plaid pillows, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a lamp.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Nairn

At The Bandstand you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Nairn Museum and Nairn Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .Bandstand Restaurant serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Nairn hotel include Iolaire and within 30 minutes you'll find Nairn Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Nairn Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nairn Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nairn Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cawdor Castle - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Inverness Castle - 31 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Nairn Station - 10 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Covenanters Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Clubhouse Hotel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Waverley Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brodie Countryfare - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Bandstand

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at The Bandstand.

This 3-star Nairn hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bandstand offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bandstand Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Braeval Hotel Nairn
Braeval Hotel
Braeval Nairn
Braeval Hotel Nairn, Scotland
Braeval Hotel
The Bandstand Hotel
The Bandstand Nairn
The Bandstand Hotel Nairn

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Bandstand?

The Bandstand offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bandstand?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bandstand on 1 Sept 2026 start from NZ$333, 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 The Bandstand?

Yep, The Bandstand is a short 8-minute walk from Nairn Beach.

Does The Bandstand serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bandstand?

No, The Bandstand does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Bandstand?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bandstand?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Bandstand?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Bandstand Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 166 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good bar,great food,excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrific place and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one night but would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay at the Bandstand, the team members and food was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Innes

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent food and bar
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views, excellent food and fantastic staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Evening meal and breakfast was superb. Good shower, comfy bed but a small tv.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short Business trip

Clean and friendly holiday, with an excellent breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute Beachfront Hotel

Lovely location right by the beach. Great bar and hang out area out front. Basic breakfast. Walkable to dining spots downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fine lovely friendly staff very accommodating fantastic bar great food lovely bedrooms clean warm comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second year coming to the bandstand would highly recommend. The staff are wonderful and the food is very good. Wonderful stay can’t wait to go back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the bar area, the staff was great, but food at the restaurant not so good, the restaurant next store is much better. I wouldn't stay here again because of the bathroom, was way too small, I'm short and kept hitting myself trying to shower, there is no place to put shampoo or shower gel, anything you need to shower, you have to put them on the floor, reaching out with such a small space, was definitely a challenge. Loved the water view. Room very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location near the beach and various eating locations. quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We thought the accomodation was excellent and enjoyed our breakfasts. Staff really helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great position and very friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really helpful friendly staff. Generous tasty breakfast. Great selection of ales at the bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Livebands are awesome Excellent choice of drinks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so helpful on places to go and the atmosphere in the bar was upbeat. They had live music
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We’ve been to The Bandstand several times and it never disappoints. The accommodations are comfortable, the people are welcoming and helpful, the food is good, and they have good live music sometimes. The location is lovely- steps from the path along the beach and the river trail. We love The Bandstand and stay in Nairn rather than Inverness because of it. Nairn is a lovely little town on its own, but having a place to stay that checks all our boxes makes Nairn irresistible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very accommodating, And the room was outstanding and the view of the ocean was even better. The breakfast was more than expected in fact very good and the chef made things to order for each individual person. Great Little town with a lot of history well we’re to stop.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mafmudije

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

nice place off the beaten path

pros: nice staff and remarkably quiet for a hotel attached to a restaurant and music venue! cons: reserved a queen bed; had two single beds pushed together.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have you ever visited your college bestie and stayed in their grungy dorm room? If not, now's your chance. Rooms are very small, outdated, and in poor condition. The bathroom was missing trim and tile. The carpet was falling apart and unclean. I spent £180... I wouldn't have spent £50. The pictures are extremely misleading online. I should have known when I checked in at the bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026