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About the Hotel

79 Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV3 5PB

Rooms with Highland charm

Avalon Guest House offers rooms with en suite facilities or private external bathrooms. The double en suite room has a king-size oak bed and Harris Tweed accessories. Some rooms include a seating area, super king-size beds, and complimentary toiletries. Ground-floor rooms overlook the car park adjacent to the main road. Upstairs rooms feature duck egg blue, cream, and gold decor with sleigh beds.

Breakfast options

Guests can start the day with a Continental breakfast, which includes a selection of cooked options. The dining area is on the ground floor next to some rooms.

Leisure and relaxation

A shared lounge is available for guests. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property. On-site parking is free.

Explore Inverness and beyond

Avalon is a 10-minute walk from St Andrew's Cathedral and 20 minutes from Eastgate Shopping Centre. Nearby landmarks include Inverness Cathedral (2 km), Greig Street Bridge (2 km), and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery (2.5 km). Historic sites like Urquhart Castle, Cawdor Castle, and Culloden Battlefield are within driving distance. Queen's Park is a 4-minute walk away.

Guest services

Late check-in is available after 19:00. The guest house is non-smoking, with a designated smoking area in the car park. Ironing facilities, heating, and free toiletries are provided in rooms. Inverness Airport is 14 km away.

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Small Double Room Private External Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

130 sq. feet

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1 Double bed

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Small Double Room

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2 persons

130 sq. feet

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King Room

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2 persons

165 sq. feet

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Inverness3700 ft

Airports

Inverness (INV) 10.6 mi

Train

Inverness Railway Station 1.1 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free parking
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

79 Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV3 5PB

Map view

79 Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV3 5PB

City landmarks

Castle

Inverness Castle

1.6 mi

Landmark

River Ness

1.4 mi

Museum

Inverness Museum and Art Gallery

1.5 mi

Event hall

Eden Court Inverness

1.2 mi

Church

Inverness Cathedral

1.3 mi

Landmark

Greig Street Bridge

1.1 mi

Art object

Flora Macdonald statue

3900 ft

Museum

Highland Archive Centre

2200 ft

Market

Victorian Market

1.4 mi

Garden

Inverness Botanic Gardens

1.4 mi

Landmark

Ness Islands

1.7 mi

Landmark

Inverness Town House

4300 ft

Church

Old Kirk Yard

3700 ft

Gallery

Scottish Flair Art Gallery

4700 ft

Landmark

Falcon Square

1.0 mi

Garden

Cavell Gardens

1.0 mi

Church

St Mary's Catholic Church

1.3 mi

Landmark

Inverness Ice Centre

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre

1.3 mi

Gallery

Castle Gallery

1.5 mi

Park

Whin Park

1.7 mi

Church

Old High St Stephen's Church

1.4 mi

Gym

Inverness Leisure

1.4 mi

Landmark

Inverness Floral Hall

1.5 mi

Shopping Area

Eastgate Shopping Centre

1.6 mi

Landmark

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

1.0 mi

Landmark

Bellfield Park

1.4 mi

Landmark

Florians Theatre

1.3 mi

Landmark

James Pringle Weavers

2.5 mi

Nearby

Torvean Golf Club

400 ft

Restaurants

Loch Ness House Beefeater

2.4 mi

Glenurquhart Road Lochness House

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

John

United Kingdom, March 2024

9.0/10

The hotel offers absolutely beautiful rooms with nice touches like a welcoming glass of sherry. The luxurious feel and wonderful breakfast make it a standout, despite the bathroom not being in the room itself.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were excellent, absolutely beautiful with really nice touches. However, the private bathroom not being in the room was a bit inconvenient for me.

Service

10.0

The service went above and beyond, especially by getting up early to provide a cooked breakfast. The staff are exceptionally welcoming and friendly, pouring so much care into their guesthouse.

Location

8.0

The location was good, not far from the river and with excellent parking facilities. It's slightly off from the city but convenient for exploring the area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent with a sumptuous selection and a massive choice of breakfast options. The homemade Belgian waffles were amazing.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, providing everything I needed for a pleasant stay.

Dan

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.8/10

The hotel is situated in a lovely location within walking distance to town, providing a quiet and comfortable stay. The rooms are beautifully decorated and impeccably clean, offering a most comforting experience. The service was welcoming and friendly, although a minor issue was encountered during check-in. The dining options were excellent, albeit requiring some patience during busy times. Overall, a great value for a peaceful and relaxing stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were in a really nice house, quiet, clean, immaculate with all sundries included and plenty of car parking.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and welcoming, despite a slight hiccup during check-in.

Location

9.0

The location was within walking distance to the town, offering a quiet setting with good parking facilities.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was incredible with a wide selection and freshly cooked options available.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities provided were excellent with ample parking and other amenities.

Clifford

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was comfortable and spacious, although a bit noisy due to its street location. The location was great for walking to town and exploring the area. The dining experience was delicious and generous. Overall, a lovely hotel with friendly service and a convenient location.

Rooms

8.0

The room was large and offered everything we needed, including some chocolate. It was more than comfortable, although being on the street made it noisy with light streaming in.

Service

9.0

The staff were lovely, very helpful, and exceptionally welcoming. They take obvious pride in the place they are running, from room presentation to breakfast options.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, accessible to the town but not too much in the city center. It was within walking distance to the river and town, making it very convenient.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was great with a wide variety of choices and delicious meals. I really appreciated the treats left in my room fridge the night before.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were excellent and well-maintained, offering all we needed for a comfortable stay.