The Inch Hotel, on a serene lakeshore, offers a true retreat from everyday life. Visitors can unwind in the garden, use free WiFi, and enjoy meals at the restaurant. Guests consistently praise the staff for their helpful service.
Located in Fort Augustus, The Inch Hotel is in the historical district and on a lake. Urquhart Castle and Wade Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Clog and Craft Shop and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum. Great Glen Water Park and Aigas Field Centre are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Fort Augustus travel guide
Fort Augustus, Fort Augustus, Scotland, PH32 4BN
What's nearby
Urquhart Castle
27 min drive - 33.7 km
Inverness Cathedral
48 min drive - 65.8 km
Inverness Castle
50 min drive - 66.4 km
Allt na Criche
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Clansman Centre
2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV)
67 min drive
Restaurants
Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co.
14 min walk
The Lock Inn
16 min walk
Cobb's Café
16 min walk
Canalside Chip Shop
18 min walk
Richmond House
16 min walk
About this property
The Inch Hotel
Hotel by the lake
At The Inch Hotel, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Full breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and luggage storage
Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and wedding services
Free newspapers and a banquet hall
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Inch Hotel have perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
Highchairs, free infant beds and travel cots
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
High chair
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Travel cot
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Outdoors
Garden
On a lake
Accessibility
No lift
More
1 building
2 floors
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 November to 7 March:
One of the dining venues
Bar/Lounge
Laundry facilities
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.00 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 20 per person
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.00 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Inchnacardoch Lodge Hotel Fort Augustus
Inchnacardoch Lodge Hotel
Inchnacardoch Fort Augustus
Inchnacardoch
Inch Hotel Fort Augustus
Inch Hotel
Inch Fort Augustus
The Inch Hotel Hotel
The Inch Hotel Fort Augustus
The Inch Hotel Hotel Fort Augustus
Frequently asked questions
Is The Inch Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at The Inch Hotel?
The Inch Hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at The Inch Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Inch Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is The Inch Hotel located?
Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Allt na Criche and Clansman Centre. Clog and Craft Shop and Drynachan Woodturning Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Inch Hotel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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The staff were extremely helpful and the room was perfect. Food was lovely m, especially the sticky toffee pudding. Beautiful location and traditional building.
Very nice stay, a wonderful hotel. Staff was amazing. We had dinner at the hotel, it was incredible. This was our anniversary and the hotel and staff made it a memorable occasion
Located just outside Fort Augustus the hotel was easy to find and comfortable. The room was large and had views of the Loch which was lovely to wake up to.
The breakfast was high quality and delicious.
The hotels location makes it easy to access many of the attraction in the area.
Very nice hotel with an amazing view over the Loch Ness. Very clean and big rooms.
Muhammad Ahsan
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Joel
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quaint older hotel with adequate amenities.(full bar and restaurant). Food and service were great. Could use some black out curtains and the mattresses could use an update. .
Stayed for two nights. Very enjoyable stay, staff very friendly and helpful. Had dinner there one night which was nice, and we enjoyed breakfast. Location was great, room comfortable.
Outstanding breakfast, spacious room, modern bathroom, excellent view over Loch Ness.
Bernadette
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Jordana
26 Jul 2025
Very quaint and charming hotel. Large and rustic rooms, but the walls are extremely thin. We had a family with young children staying above us, and the kids running around prevented us from sleeping.
This hotel, though small, holds a rustic grandeur that encourages a long happy stay. Though my own stay was short (only 2 nights), I was able to explore the lucious ground and glenway trail that is connected to the hotel. As well as the friendly and helpful staff. The bar and restaurant were superb. Accommodations were alightly dated but held a rustic charm.
Attentive and caring service, good size fresh and clean room. Lovely location and conveniently close to town.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
1 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was a lovely place to stay near Loch Ness, with a view of the loch from our room. Service was very good, with attentive and kind staff. Food offerings were varied, and what we ate was wonderful. It seemed like the bathroom had been updated fairly recently, but the room could have used some new paint and carpet. Overall a great little place to stay