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    Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa

    8 Ness Walk, Inverness IV3 5NG, Scotland
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    Overview
    • Excellent45%
    • Very good34%
    • Average14%
    • Poor5%
    • Terrible2%
    Travelers talk about
    “the river” (323 reviews)
    “valet service” (16 reviews)
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast Buffet
    Pool
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Restaurant
    Room Service
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    Bar/Lounge
    Fitness center
    Pets Allowed
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    3.0 Star Hotel
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    Best Western Plus Inverness Lochardil House Hotel
    494 reviews
    #2 of 34 hotels in Inverness
     
    Premier Inn Inverness Centre (River Ness) Hotel
    1,595 reviews
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    1,699 reviews
    #9 of 34 hotels in Inverness
     
    Glen Mhor Hotel & Apartments
    1,309 reviews
    #22 of 34 hotels in Inverness
     
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    Reviewed 6 days ago

    We were a bit concerned--Best Western? We pulled up behind two large tour buses outside, but the groups had already checked in, thank God. The hotel staff had trouble finding our reservation, until they looked under my tripadvisor alias(!) Check-in after that was quick. It's...More

    Thank J P
    Response from Della E, Rooms Division Manager at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & SpaResponded 4 days ago

    What lovely comments, thank you for taking the time to write and I'm glad you enjoyed your stay.

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

    What a great location,views, everything, but, are the people in a huge comfort zone ??!! Reception - Bad !!!! Breakfast - Bad !!! Bar area - Very good !! No porter service !!, and my wife were post knee operation. I think : Lazy or...More

    2  Thank LouisGroen
    Response from Della E, Rooms Division Manager at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & SpaResponded 1 week ago

    I cannot apologise enough for this and it just should not happen. We have actually employed extra porters and receptionist recently to help so I really cannot apologise enough as we are trying to improve our service to all guests arriving as it can be...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago

    Lots of yummy food and drinks but unfortunately let down by poor service. Firstly when we arrived, we had to wait for a member of staff as the girl on the desk didn't seem to know/care as we were only there for afternoon tea. We...More

    1  Thank Leanne S
    Response from Della E, Room Division Manager at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & SpaResponded 1 week ago

    I am really sorry to read this and cannot apologise enough. We really do care and will definitely be looking into this and making some changes. I am really pleased that you enjoyed the food but so disappointed that it was spoilt by what looks...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago

    Stayed here two nights, but was not impressed. It was just OK. Spacious rooms... but do not bring your own food or drink. Sign says if you spill on the rug, you are responsible for the cleaning. We were afraid to even make their supplied...More

    Thank tedb548
    Response from Della E, Rooms Division Manager at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & SpaResponded 1 week ago

    I am really sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your stay with us. We really value all feedback and I am wondering if you could help further with the sign regarding the cleaning. This is something that I need to look into as...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

    Stayed here for 6 nights, and appreciated an unexpected upgrade to the river view room. The room is generous in size, with an extremely comfortable bed (the linen feels like top quality!). Only minor gripe is lack of a fridge (though they do give free...More

    Thank Vincent I
    Response from Della E, Rooms Division Manager at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & SpaResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you for taking the time to mention so much, it is really appreciated. We look forward to seeing you again. Thanks

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    Amenities
    • Top amenities
    • Pool
    • Free Parking
    • Room Service
    • Restaurant
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Spa
    • Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
    • Hotel Amenities
    • Free Parking
    • Room Service
    • Dry Cleaning
    • Meeting Rooms
    • Laundry Service
    • Conference Facilities
    • Banquet Room
    • Breakfast Available
    • Things to do
    • Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Spa
    • Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
    • Hot Tub
    Details
    • Price range
    • $138 - $469 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    • Hotel class
    • Hotel Style
    • #17 Romantic Hotel in Inverness
    • Room types
    • Suites ,
    • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
    • Family Rooms
    • Number of rooms
    • 89
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    whiterabbit2754
    May 2, 2017|
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    Response from Della E | Property representative |
    Hi whiterabbit2754, Thanks for your question and I wanted to let you know that yes, we do have rooms which have "wet rooms". We also have frames and seats for use in the room on request. I hope this helps and thanks... More
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    Bonnie B
    April 3, 2017|
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    Hi Bonnie B, Thank you for your message, bookings through Great Rail Journeys are automatically allocated into Classic rooms. If you would like an upgrade then please contact Great Rail or the hotel directly to check... More
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    Sheena S
    January 8, 2017|
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    Response from Della E | Property representative |
    Hi Sheena S, thanks for your question. Yes we have a disabled changing area within the leisure club and no stairs leading to it from the public areas or from the rooms with access from the lifts. The pool does have steps... More
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    "The turret rooms (37 and 39) were high up and very nice"
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