Ness Walk is the most polished address in Inverness, a luxury hotel on the bank of the River Ness at 12 Ness Walk, a few minutes on foot from Inverness Castle, the cathedral and Eden Court Theatre. It has 47 en-suite rooms, all with river or courtyard garden views, in several categories: Oak Rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and marble bathrooms, brighter Laurel Rooms on the upper floor, ground-floor Cedar Rooms opening onto the courtyard, and suites with a separate living and dining area. Guests praise the attentive service, and the Expedia listing notes champagne on arrival and a breakfast offer for many rates.
Location is the heart of the appeal. You can step out and follow the river path to the castle and the Ness Islands, or walk across the footbridge into the shops and restaurants of the centre in about ten minutes. The railway station is about a mile away, so a taxi from the station is the easiest arrival, and most of the Inverness attractions are within a short walk.
The food and drink are a major part of a stay. Torrish, set in the original drawing room, serves breakfast, afternoon tea and a la carte dinner, and the bar serves cocktails and a strong list of Scottish whisky, which suits a base for distillery trips. Rooms are designed with a contemporary feel, so choose a river-view room or a suite if the view matters to you, and ask about the ground-floor Cedar Rooms if you need step-free access.
Who it suits: couples on a special trip, anyone using Inverness as the base for Skye, Glencoe and Loch Ness day tours who wants comfort at the end of a long day, and travellers who want a quiet riverside setting without leaving the city. Good to know: rates are at the top of the local market and rise in summer and around Hogmanay, parking arrangements should be confirmed when booking, and winter is a good season for value packages. Book the dinner table early if you want to eat in.
Why stay here
- ✓Riverside setting near Inverness Castle
- ✓Torrish restaurant and afternoon tea
- ✓Terrace bar with Scottish whisky
- ✓River or courtyard garden views in every room
- ✓Marble bathrooms
- ✓Suites with separate living area
- ✓Ground-floor courtyard rooms
- ✓Walk to the cathedral and centre
Good questions
Where is Ness Walk?+
It is at 12 Ness Walk on the bank of the River Ness, close to Inverness Castle and the cathedral. The city centre is a short riverside walk away.
What kinds of rooms does it have?+
There are 47 rooms, including Oak, Laurel and Cedar rooms plus suites, all with river or courtyard garden views. Cedar rooms are on the ground floor and open onto the courtyard.
Is there a restaurant?+
Yes, Torrish serves breakfast, afternoon tea and a la carte dinner in the original drawing room. The Torrish bar offers cocktails, wine and Scottish whisky.
