The Lovat, Loch Ness

United Kingdom , Inverness
FORT AUGUSTUS, Loch Ness
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10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2025

Jennifer

👏amazing

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2025

Christopher

Lovely hotel. Great towels but breakfast should always be included

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2025

Sunny

The Lovat at Loch Ness is a charming and stylish lakeside hotel. The property has two lovely lounges, even a grand piano, and is equipped with an elevator — a thoughtful touch. Our room was spacious, bright, and very comfortable. Breakfast was a highlight: besides the classic Highland Breakfast, we tried the Kedgeree (smoked haddock with curried rice and poached egg), which was absolutely delicious and a wonderful Scottish surprise.

The hotel’s location in Fort Augustus adds to the experience. The town itself is full of character, with the Caledonian Canal locks right at the center — watching the boats rise and fall is like a slow, graceful performance. We only stayed one night but wished we had stayed longer to enjoy the rhythm and atmosphere of this beautiful place.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2025

Garry

Great friendly staff, large comfortable room wonderful breakfast.

Unfortunately, restaurant not open Sundays/Mondays when we were ther.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2025

Grant

Peaceful and beautiful

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2025

Mason

The rooms were well acquainted, as well as the lounges. Staff was eager to help and extremely hospitable. Would definitely stay here again if our travels took us that direction.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2025

Heidi Wilson

We really enjoyed our stay at the Lovat. The staff was the best of all of Scotland(from Edinburg, Fort Augustus and Isle of Skye). The hotel is beautiful and you can walk a short distance to town. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.

8/10

Excellent

02 Aug 2025

Raxitkumar

Great hotel. We checked in late. Rooms were clean and updated. Only downside was that coffee bar was in closet despite having two tables outside. Making coffee inside that closet and finding twitch to turn it on was challenging but not deal breaker. Will surely stay here if I visit the area again.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2025

Marisa

Everything was absolutely perfect! When the minute we walked through the doors of this lovely hotel and the welcome we received, to the accommodations in the room, to the excellent breakfast in the morning, to our checkout.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2025

Klara

The Lovat is gorgeous and has a charming traditional style.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jul 2025

Lan

I didn’t expect a room with garden view is a very very small room open in the parking lot.

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jun 2025

Mark

Very expensive for what it is. Lovely staff but this hotel should be so much better considering the cost.

Business Self

4/10

Poor

19 Jun 2025

Pamela

For the price, this place disappointed. Welcome toddies were offered at check-in but a non-alcoholic option was only available for a charge. The bathroom needed attention (e.g., toilet ran, shower door off its track). Dinner at Station Road had waitstaff that was not versed in the menu and a wee bit frenetic, as well as unaware of pre-booked vegetarian and birthday requests.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2025

Carolyn

Great location. Exemplary property, almost right on top of the locks into Loch Ness. Wonderful experience in its totality.
Definitely recommend staying here!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2025

Daniel

so nice and clean!

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2025

Patricia

Lovely visit

Lovely,comfortable and cosy room. We were met by lovely staff and a hot toddy. A lovely welcome. Breakfast was amazing and a real taste of Highland hospitality. Would definitely recommend a visit

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2024

Mark

Fantastic as always

Business

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2024

mike

Very nice place

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2024

Kathleen

We had an excellent stay was amazing. We loved the front room
with the fire place to relax after a long walk. One thing to remember if having a dinner there, the chef does a limited menu and sources local so if you are not an adventures eater there are few choices. But the food was delicious.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2024

Alison

Excellent service by staff lovely room

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

Everything about this place was lovely. Really enjoyed our stay and wished we'd booked two nights.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2024

Lea

We loved this property. All the shops and pubs were walkable. The walk down to the lake was also quite beautiful. Our room was very comfortable. The staff were very nice and accommodating as well. This hotel is A .

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2024

Wolfgang

A lovely building in a great location in the central highlands. Ashame they only serve fooin the restaurant which was fully booked throughout our 3-night stay. Staff is friendly but could be more attentive and proactive to feel truly welcomed.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2024

Paul

Positioned just outside the busiest part of town yet very convenient for everything. Charge points in the car park (charge point Scotland, and Tesla) were very handy for us EV users. If anything a little too warm at night (tho’ I suspect non-British or ‘maturer’ visitors appreciate it warmer.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2024

Sara

NC500 stop

First stop on NC500 - hot bath was very welcome after a long 10 hour drive -
Lovely toiletries
MASSIVE bed that I struggled to get in to as only 5ft and had to jump up -
Nice fresh cooked breakfast
Lovely staff

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 May 2024

Shauna

Clean. Staff not at all helpful. Comfy beds. Terrible overpriced food. But it was clean and quaint and fun! Beautiful tub!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2024

Rebecca

Amazing staff, comfy and elegant building, great extras and treats.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 May 2024

Steve

Very nice property and friendly/helpful staff. The room was super hot when we got there. Previous guests must have cranked up the radiators. Bathroom never really cooled down, and can’t turn off the heated floors which heat the room. We opened the windows high but you risk birds and insects. Staff provided a fan which helped bit hard to sleep when too hot. Other than that all was very nice stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2024

Amanda

Loved our stay here, it’s worth the price and the trip! We liked it so much, we would come back here for another vacation and stay here the entire time!

Lots of easy parking available!

As soon as we walked in, we felted welcomed! We were greeted with a welcome drink and was told all about everything they offered!

Our room was soooo cute! We loved the fact that the TV’s came out of the beds, everything was so modern and echo friendly. The room felt so cozy and clean, it made you want to just stay inside the entire time instead of leave to explore! They even offer hot chocolate and snacks in the mini fridge.
The views were also fantastic of the Loch Ness!

The town is right down the street and easy to walk too.

I would definitely recommend this place!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2024

Richard

A warm welcome and a hot toddy were both appreciated after a long drive. Room was very clean and modern, wifi was good. Breakfast very good.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2023

Saba

Great stay

Nice room, lovely big bed and TV in the bathroom was a treat. Lovely little surprises like the complimentary hot chocolate sticks made by the hotel. Cosy sitting room with fire to enjoy your drinks.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2023

Irene

5 Star Experience

We stayed one night on bed and breakfast basis. We also dined there on the three course set menu. It was fairly pricey after adding pre dinner drinks and a couple of glasses of wine however we couldn’t fault a thing. Food was amazing. Modern, inventive and very, very tasty. Presentation was first class. Staff were exceptionally friendly.
Our room was in The Loft. Small but immaculate with a quirky Alice in Wonderland theme. We hope to return!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2023

Kenneth E

Extra nice room with comfortable bed and bathroom. Restaurant and bar with well thought out selections and great service. I would love to stay longer.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2023

Matthew

The Lovat is a beautiful hotel with helpful staff and lovely comfortable rooms. The surroundings are stunning and we thoroughly enjoyed the recommended walk to the “secret waterfall”, amazing. Would definately stay here again.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Oct 2023

Anthony K

Overpriced, food and drinks

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Oct 2023

Andy

Lovely Lochness stay

Nice hotel, nice breakfast

Business

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2023

Mark

Friendly Staff and clean comfortable rooms.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2023

Leah

A beautiful hotel with wonderful staff!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2023

John

Lovely hotel

Very comfortable, clean friendly and beautifully furnished.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2023

Aimee

Great for our overnight stay in Fort Augustus. We had the loft room which was very comfortable and quiet. Parking was good, staff was friendly. Would recommend.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2023

Michael

Wonderful location, friendly and helpful staff, a superb, and I really mean superb, restaurant.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2023

Roger

Perfect location

Great location, great breakfast and dinner was amazing. Room was awesome with only one exception - the bottom sheet was not fitted and moved too easily exposing the mattress underneath. It seems like such an easy thing to correct.

Everything else was great.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2023

mick

All really good

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2023

Cynthia

The Lovat is a lovely property right in the center of town. Our room was big and very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this hotel.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2023

Nick

We loved the stay we had at the Lovat. Breakfasts were delicious and the proximity to the lake and local attractions was a bonus. The staff were incredibly welcoming too.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2023

Marina

It's an exceptionally nice place, everything was amazing! We loved it

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2023

Verified traveler

A very nice hotel

The Lovat is a lovely hotel with a fantastic location. The rooms are very nice and the hotel setting throughout showcases luxury all round. The rooms in the hotel are nicer than the garden rooms (there isn't much of a garden which opens up to the car park). Otherwise, a great hotel to consider when visiting Fort Augustus.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2023

Matthew

Stunning family-run hotel with several gorgeous lounge areas to relax in. Wished we had time to stay for longer!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2023

Karen

Lovely hotel, pleasant staff, quiet but central location. Good sized room, nice breakfast.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2023

Denise

The property is private, clean, comfortable and relaxing.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2022

Ariana

We totally love it, the breakfast and the dinner were amazing

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2022

Powell

Beautiful With Comments

The staff were amazing! The food great for the tasting we attended. The room was charming. Overall our stay was great, but we do have comments. We understand it's an older hotel but, the carpet in the room has seen better days and is \"tired\" and could use to be replaced. I would have expected a mini fridge in the room at a hotel like this. The bathroom as clean as it was had some inexperienced people do the work obviously. Too many issues to describe, from the seriously uneven floor to the terrible caulking. We would stay again without a doubt, just expected more from this location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2022

Andrea

Good location only a few minutes walk to the locks. The room was very nice and breakfast was incredible.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2021

Sharon

Best bed ever

Out of all
The rooms we stayed in during our 7 night stay in Scotland this one was my favourite, the bed was so comfortable, it was just a shame that the restaurant was closed as the menu looked lovely

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Oct 2021

Gerard

Food was far to expensive..no atmosphere in hotel…bed was uncomfortable..room was quite small,, wakened up every morning at 6.30 with delivery men banging doors etc..reception area on most occasions was empty..

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2021

Simon

The hotel is in the centre of the village. The rooms are spotless and have everything you will need

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2021

Pamela

Lovely property in a nice setting. Would have been nice to have had a less expensive option for dining. Car parking was a little difficult as the car park was quite full. Very comfortable bed. Staff were lovely, very pleasant and very helpful. Would stay again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2021

Simon

This hotel is stunning, has all the amenities you need. In addition which is rare car charging for electric vehicles.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2021

Imran

Love it? Not really but we liked it a lot :)

We stayed in a lovely chalet style room with comfy bed. We ate out as we didn't fancy the restaurant menu which was over priced.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2021

Katrina

Garden rooms were great when travelling with a dog. Restaurant was delicious

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Fabulous three course dinner.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Overall nice stay

Room was very nice and clean. The bed was far too high and mattress topper was too big for mattress so made bed slightly uncomfortable, room was also too hot although a fan was provided it was rather noisy. Bathroom had a smell of dampness and hadn’t been upgraded to the same standard as the rest of the room. Breakfast was lovely but had to pay extra for it which was expensive for what you got. We ate in the restaurant and the food was exquisite and all the staff extremely friendly and helpful. Only downside was a dog was allowed in the restaurant, when you are allergic to dogs and paying a significant amount for the meal it did tarnish the experience slightly.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Strong sense of Scottish history around the area. Hotel was beautifully kept with lots of room, which with current covid issues was good.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2021

Beverley

Wonderful stay

Excellent property. Stayed in garden rooms. Very comfortable and spacious en suite. Outdoor sitting area a boon. Lovely looking up at the hills behind Fort Augustus. Excellent meal- should be Michelin starred

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2021

Mrs. S

Fab place to stay with dogs

Wonderful garden room
Dog friendly
Gorgeous relaxing bathroom
Quality and comfort even with pups

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2021

David

A spectacular stay

The Lovat is a lovely hotel on a hill overlooking the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness. The staff were friendly and helpful, the service impeccable, and the food at the Station Road restaurant worthy of a Michelin star. We had a perfect stay and will be back.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2021

jason

Perfect stopover in lovely location

On arrival parking was plentiful with multiple electric charging points.

Checkin was easy and friendly, however, we were extremely disappointed to be told that there were no bookings available for dinner especially as we had driven 7.5 hrs to arrive and quiet tired and hungry.

We were taken to our room (garden room) which was clean, pleasant and bright with an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower. Bathroom products were very high quality, however, a little niggle for me was that they were wall mounted in the wrong places so difficult to use such as the shampoo was wall mounted by the sink and not in the shower.

Mini bar was well stocked and not extortionate on prices with complimentary tea coffee, water and a chocolate bar. The hotel use nesspresso machines for the coffee but mine was faulty. I can’t really complain about this as if they didn’t know they can’t fix it.

Surprisingly we received a call from the dinning room to say that they had redesigned their seating to fit us in as long as we don’t mind sitting close to the door. We agreed and had a fantastic 3 course dinner with drinks for just under £120.

Overall, a great stay and I would recommend to others.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2021

Helen

Lovely hotel in perfect place

Couldn't fault this hotel, it was very clean, staff were very clean and the bed was so comfortable, wish we had booked 2 nights instead of the one night

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2020

Verified traveler

Very attentive staff, exellent restaurant. Breakfast could have been served earlier

Business_and_leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2020

Michael

Beautiful setting, helpful staff and world class food served in the restaurant what more can you want?

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2020

Jorge

Great hotel

Excellent hotel in a wonderful location; must try the tasting menu at the restaurant and cooked breakfasts!!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2020

Mark

Top Class

Room was excellent. Staff attentive, engaging and extremely helpful. Food and dining experience exceptional.
Hotel has made a lot of effort to maintain a welcome and good ambience in these Covid times.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2020

MICHELLE

Nice hotel

Nice garden Room. Very clean and well presented. Comfortable bed. Nice toiletries. Great location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2020

Verified traveler

Loved it!

We loved the Lovat and would definitely stay here again. Great location right next to the main drag, very friendly and helpful staff. We had booked a room with a \"front garden\" thinking this would be nice for our toddler but actually the front garden wasn't so great, right on the parking lot, and it was outside the main building - I think it is better for people with pets. We asked if they had something inside and they changed us to a much better room for us right away, no problem. Room was great and very spacious, lounge areas nice, tasting menu at the restaurant was great.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2020

David

Lovat.

The Overall stay was Lovely. Although the Dinner Menu was not to our satisfaction. It was too fancy. Some people prefer ordinary traditional food also to be part of the Menu.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2020

Darren

Exceptional

Perfect service, perfect rooms, perfect food

Business

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

Excellent stay at The Lovat - it was amazing from start to finish, definitely the most personalised hotel experience we have had.

The staff were extremely attentive, nothing was too much trouble and the food was exceptional - staying at The Lovat was a great way to start 2020.

Being given homemade cookies for our journey back was also a huge bonus! We can’t recommend The Lovat enough - we’ll definitely be back!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Pricey but convenient and great service

We stayed here for 1 night before going to Urquhart Castle/Loch Ness. Service was great. We ate in the restaurant (The Brasserie) for dinner and breakfast for convenience. The food is good; the breakfast is standard and reasonably priced for the portion sizes, but while the dinner was good too, it was definitely priced above the quality. Our room was comfortable (a TV came out of the food of the bed, which is luxurious, I suppose), but the radiator stayed on no matter what we set the thermostat to (i.e. 6 degrees C above what it had been set to for several hours) so we had to open a window.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Our stay was fabulous there isn’t anything I can think of to make it any better

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Beautiful decor and big open fires , food and staff excellent.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Great

Great stay in every detail

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

The lobby area with fireplace and comfy chairs was perfect to relax in. Also a nice restaurant area where we had dinner as well. Very good food for dinner and breakfast. The staff is very accomodating and their wonderful hospitality made our visit perfect.
Short jaunt down slight hill to the small town and views of Loch Ness.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2019

Nico

Beautiful property, helpful staff and a great restaurant!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2019

Denis

Outstanding hotel on Loch Ness

First class service. Wonderful location. Extremely comfortable rooms.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2019

Eric

The best meal in years or maybe ever !

Fantastic with the most amazing food. Very friendly staff and an incredible selection of gins and whisky

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Enjoyed every second of the stay

Wonderful stay in a lovely hotel. Definitely better than the 4-star rating. The hotel restaurant is excellent.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

The staff were warm, welcoming and accommodating. The room was modern and clean. Loved the in-room espresso maker and fridge! The food in the restaurant was SUPERB and the service was excellent. Overall, a top-notch place!

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Oct 2018

eve

best food for a hotel in scotland

apart from the bed being too high off the ground, the toilet lid not staying open and the tv standby light keeping us up all night it was good. the restaurant food was above excellent.

8/10

Excellent

16 Oct 2018

peter

Staff friendly and professional, the garden room was excellent condition although heating was far too high and it was problem to sleep on the first night. The beds were too high, even a six footer had to climb up onto the mattress.

Overall a good stay and delight area.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2018

john

Ideal location at bottom of loch ness

Booked lake view room lovely room clean and spacious staff excellent throughout easy walk into town food good but a bit over priced I thought nice for special occasion rather than every night we stayed so went into fort augustus we would definitely stay again if in the area had no problem parking

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2018

lesley

Luxury reward

We had just completed a 3 day walk with wild camping so the Lovat hotel was resplendent in luxury and attention to detail - the perfect reward after a rough three days! I had the most amazing hot shower I've ever had!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2018

Jane

Want attention to detail - this is the place.

We arrived earlier 2 hours before normal check in time - no problem, the room was ready and we were shown to our room (room 32). This is a Garden Room which was spacious with a well appointed and large bathroom. The service we received throughout from the moment we checked, to drinks in the bar and eating in the restaurant was faultless. The food was excellent with attention to the detail in its presentation. There are plenty of guest areas where you can relax after dinner. Fort Augustus is only a short stroll away from the hotel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2018

wayne

Best hotel out of a four day tour.

The Lovat is brilliant. Well priced & well run to boot. Staff polite and attentive. Rooms & bathrooms spotless & well appointed.
The food is also brilliant.
Lounge areas perfect for relaxing & chatting with friends.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

28 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

This hotel is so nice that it has hosted the Queen of England in the past!! I chose to stay here for one night and \"pamper\" myself after spending nights on the road and in hostels. There were not many people staying at the hotel while i was there, so there is not much of an atmosphere. The hotel is excellent and is close to the center of town / Loch Ness. Aside from being a bit pricey, the hotel is fabulous.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2018

James

Comfortable and tranquil setting

After a long tiring journey it was really nice to settle in to our room.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2018

ian

Quality

On the edge of Fort Augustus with a 5 minute walk to town and the start of a flight of locks this hotel is a touch of class with country house furnishings and modern comfortable bedrooms. The restaurant provides a limited but upmarket menu.
A very nice, comfortable place to stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2018

Gerard

Well managed, clean, comfortable facility

Arrived late at night but management left key for us to enter room. Room was comfortable and clean and breakfast was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2018

Verified traveler

We loved the location and the food.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2017

Verified traveler

Great Hotel

Charming hotel, great location, friendly service, nice restaurant and bar. They even gave us warm chocolate chip cookies when we left. Easy access to the quaint town and Loch Ness boat trips.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2017

Gennaro

UK Vacation

The staff was great and the room very comfortable.

Partner