AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness is a modern four star hotel in an Art Deco building on Glebe Street in the city centre, and guests rate it very highly for the rooms, the staff and the breakfast. It has 191 rooms over five floors, which makes it one of the larger and more contemporary options in Inverness, and it suits travellers who like a clean, quiet, design led room more than period character. Standard rooms are around 21 square metres with one king bed or two single beds, there are Superior rooms with a king bed and a river view, connecting rooms, and a Family Room of around 42 square metres that sleeps three. Rooms are air conditioned, which is a rarity in the Highlands and welcome on the warm days that now occur in summer, and free WiFi works well in the rooms and public areas.
Location and getting around
It is an easy walk to the sights. The Victorian Market is about six minutes on foot, the station about eight, the Eastgate Shopping Centre eight and the castle and the cathedral about twelve. Loch Ness and the castle are within a short drive, and Inverness Airport is about twenty minutes away by car. Pubs and restaurants, including the Black Isle Bar, are about five minutes from the door, and day tours collect in the centre.
Eating and extras
There is a restaurant, a coffee shop, a bar and lounge and a snack bar, with a buffet breakfast that includes vegetarian and vegan options. There is also a garden, contactless check in and check out, and connecting rooms for families. Children stay free using existing bedding in a parent room. Pets up to a set weight are allowed. On site self parking is available for a daily charge, with cheaper off site parking nearby, which is good to know in a compact city.
Who it suits and what to know: couples, business travellers, families who want a modern room with air conditioning, and anyone who values a reliable, polished stay. It does not have a pool or spa. Some recent guests have mentioned building work outside and a lift awaiting repair, so check when you book for any current disruption, and ask for a room away from any works.
Breakfast is not always included in the room rate, so check what is included, and book ahead for summer weekends and festival dates, when the city fills up. If you are planning a day trip to Skye or Glencoe, the early morning departure points are an easy walk, so you can leave the car parked and sleep a little longer.
Why stay here
- ✓Air conditioned rooms
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Bar and lounge
- ✓Coffee shop and snack bar
- ✓Buffet breakfast with vegan options
- ✓Garden
- ✓Family and connecting rooms
- ✓On site parking for a fee
Good questions
Do the rooms have air conditioning?+
Yes, rooms are air conditioned, which is unusual for the Highlands.
How far is AC Hotel Inverness from the station?+
About eight minutes on foot, and the Victorian Market is about six minutes away.
Is there parking?+
On site self parking is available for a daily charge, with cheaper off site parking nearby. Check when you book.
