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Highlander Hotel

3.0 star property

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A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.
A reception area with a wooden counter, red patterned carpet, and a staircase leading to another floor.
A hotel room with two beds, a table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A red-brick building with a curved driveway and a well-maintained lawn.
A picnic setup with a three-tiered sandwich stand, a teapot, cups, and a small potted plant.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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Kingussie Road, Newtonmore, Scotland, PH20 1AY
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Highland Folk Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Newtonmore Golf Club
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (2 Adults and 1 Child)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Chidren)

Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Chidren)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a telephone.

Cosy Double room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Newtonmore

At Highlander Hotel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Highland Folk Museum and within 15 minutes of Newtonmore Golf Club. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find ski passes and a banquet hall. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Newtonmore hotel, attractions include Cairngorms National Park and CairnGorm Mountain.

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Highland Folk Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Newtonmore Golf Club - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clan Macpherson Museum - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 43 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Newtonmore Station - 19 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Tandoori - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ralia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Bowl - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Letterbox Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Newtonmore Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Highlander Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Highlander Hotel also features a garden and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Newtonmore hotel.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Highlander Hotel offers 83 accommodations with a hairdryer. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Newtonmore hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ski passes

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 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

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. 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

Highlander Hotel
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore
Highlander Newtonmore
Hotel Highlander
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore, Scotland
Highlander Hotel Hotel
Highlander Hotel Newtonmore
Highlander Hotel Hotel Newtonmore

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Highlander Hotel?

Highlander Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Highlander Hotel?

As of 1 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highlander Hotel on 31 Aug 2026 start from NZ$149, 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.

Is parking available at Highlander Hotel?

Yep, Highlander Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Highlander Hotel?

The closest beach to Highlander Hotel is Dores Beach (37.8 km).

Does Highlander Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is offered on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Highlander Hotel?

No, Highlander Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Highlander Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Highlander Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Highlander Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Highlander Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at Highlander Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Newtonmore Golf Club is a short 11-minute walk away.

Highlander Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 569 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 569 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 569 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 569 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 569 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room, staff and food were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff where friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel for one night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Soumya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very quiet and clean Staff were very polite friendly and professional Breakfast could be improved Parking good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming to pets and a good stopover on our way up north
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Milly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay! The room was spacious, quiet and always clean. The bathroom was lovely and the shower was great quality. The parking was secure and really easy to access. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zoey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great evening meal with a lovely selection of desserts. Comfy bed in a massive bedroom. Nice breakfast. Nice stop off travelling around Scotland
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely two day stay, this is our second visit and we will be back. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable. The staff from reception, dining and cleaning are so pleasant and cannot do enough for you. Sending a big thank you to you all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff serving breakfast. Clean functional hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cosy hotel that served dinner and breakfast. Friendly staff. Clean and tidy. A lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel in a great location with really helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and very helpfull staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service
Staff friendly and welcoming. Hotel dated and in need of refurb hence price of room. Overall Stay was comfortable. Location great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Return visitor, the Highlander hotel ticks all our boxes.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay in beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

mark

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

Great stay

Great stay, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aurangzeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfy accommodation and excellent dinner and staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness
Lady on reception was very welcoming and helpful. Excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Henrietta

Comfortable bed & room, tasty breakfast, good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

R A

Liked: Amenities
Excellent value, warm cosy rooms. Very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was good in hotel but dinner was not the best so for breakfast we went somewhere else
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is really good value for money. Our room was modern clean comfortable and warm. I will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in an amazing location. It was a great stop for our roadtrip, down from the Highlands. Really good service, good food, good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Makia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
peaceful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025