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Guest house · Inverness · Highlands

Inverken House

A small guest house in Inshes, Inverness, with free parking, a garden, and easy bus links to the city centre.

  • Free on-site parking and off-site car park
  • 24-hour reception and express check-in/out
  • Garden views from selected rooms
5.3 Needs improvement 183 reviews Booking.com 5.3 · 183 reviews

About

Inverken House

Inverken House is a small guest house on Mackay Road in the Inshes area of Inverness, about a 25-minute walk from Bright Castle Contemporary Art Gallery. It offers straightforward accommodation with free parking and a garden, suited to travellers who want a calm base with easy access to the city.

The property has a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and key access for privacy. Rooms are simple, with heating, flat-screen TVs, and parquet floors. The Standard Twin Room includes a garden view, and some bathrooms are shared.

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

5 reasons to book
  • Free parking makes it easy to explore by car — Guests can park on-site at no extra cost, with an off-site car park also available.
  • Convenient location near a bus stop — Several reviews highlight the bus stop right next to the hotel, making it simple to reach the city centre without a car.
  • Comfortable beds and clean rooms — Multiple guests praise the comfort of the beds and the cleanliness of the rooms.
  • Homely, cosy atmosphere — Guests describe the property as homely and welcoming, with a garden adding to the calm feel.
  • 24-hour reception and flexible check-in — The front desk is staffed around the clock, and express check-in/out is available.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Breakfast and WiFi can disappoint — One review describes a continental breakfast of stale pastries and watery coffee, and says free WiFi was essentially non-existent.
  • Some rooms share bathrooms — A review mentions a shared bathroom, which may not suit all travellers.
  • Basics can feel dated — The property scores lower on Value (5.1) and General (5.1) in ratings, indicating a simple, no-frills experience.
  • No pets allowed — The guest house does not accept pets, so travellers with animals will need to look elsewhere.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Single Room

  • 1 Single bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds,1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Parking & transport

  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Garden area
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

Safety

  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

House rules

  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

5.3
Needs improvement 183 reviews

Guest-rated 5.3/10 from 183 reviews

Booking.com · 5.3 · 183 reviews
5.3Verified guest

“Great location – close to a nice neighbourhood, a bus stop, and the lively city centre.”

5.3Verified guest

“Really enjoyed how pleasant the property was.”

5.3Verified guest

“Happy with our two-night stay.”

5.3Verified guest

“Rooms were clean and beds comfortable.”

5.3Verified guest

“Location was handy, right next to a bus stop.”

5.3Verified guest

“We found it a welcoming base for staying in Inshes.”

04 — Location

Getting around Inverness

The property sits in Inverness.

Getting around: A bus stop sits right next to the property, and the city centre is a 30-minute walk away. Free parking makes it easy to explore by car.

Nearby culture: Bright Castle Contemporary Art Gallery is about a 25-minute walk from the guest house.

145 Mackay Road, Inverness, Highlands, IV2 4JJ, United Kingdom

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 13:00-23:59
Check-out
By 10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 13:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 10:00. Express check-in/out is available.

Is parking available?

Yes, free parking is available on-site, plus an off-site car park.

Are pets allowed at Inverken House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there WiFi?

Free WiFi is available in public areas, but one review noted it was often non-existent.

What room types are available?

There is a Standard Single Room with one single bed, and a Standard Twin Room with two single beds, one king-size bed, or one double bed. The twin room has a garden view.

Is breakfast included?

One review mentions a free continental breakfast, though quality was described as poor (stale pastries and watery coffee).

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The bottom line

Inverken House is a straightforward, homely guest house that suits travellers who want a clean, comfortable room, free parking, and easy bus access to Inverness. It's not a luxury stay, and breakfast and WiFi may disappoint, but for a practical base it delivers.

5.3A no-frills, well-located guest house for practical stays.

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