Nestled in a rural setting, The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality offers an idyllic retreat with a charming bar and restaurant. Guests can unwind on the tranquil terrace or stroll through the garden, while appreciating the helpful staff and convenient location.
Bay Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer, Scotland, IV14 9AN
What's nearby
Strathpeffer Pavilion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Strathpeffer Pump Room - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Castle Leod - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Falls of Rogie - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
Inverness Castle - 30 min drive - 36.5 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 32 min drive
Dingwall Station - 8 min drive
Muir of Ord Station - 12 min drive
Conon Bridge Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Ord Arms Hotel Bar - 13 min drive
Glen Ord Distillery, Visitor Centre & Whisky Shop - 11 min drive
Batty’s Baps - 8 min drive
Cookies chinese - 8 min drive
Strathpeffer Old Station - 10 min walk
About this property
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality is a great choice for a stay in Strathpeffer. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
131 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.0 for adults and GBP 6.0 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Highland Hotel Strathpeffer
Highland Strathpeffer
The Highland Hotel
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Hotel
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Strathpeffer
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Hotel Strathpeffer
Frequently asked questions
Does The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality and nearby?
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality like?
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality is a short 4-minute walk from Strathpeffer Pavilion and 3 minutes' walk from Upper Pump Room. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
The Highland Hotel by Compass Hospitality Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.0
Staff & service
7.2
Eco-friendliness
6.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2025
Hotel stay
It was really nice and clean
thomas
thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Quiet hotel in the country
Very clean, quaint village and very friendly staff. A great place to relax and enjoy rural Scotland.
Mara
Mara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
The staff made my parents feel very welcome for their special stay, really went above and beyond, thank you 🙏
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 11, 2025
Nice hotel in a small village. Decent breakfast and good parking spots
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2025
The staff were awesome and the food was good.
Jen
Jen, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 28, 2025
Room was ok but drinks choice was underwhelming.
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2025
Lovely hotel
This was a lovely out of the way hotel with a large room and bathroom. Our stay was very comfortable. We did not have breakfast in the morning so can not comment on the food
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 19, 2025
Nice
Beautiful old hotel. Room faced west and was too warm all night. Breakfast was good and reception and other services were great.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Great location. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
Nice stay, room was lovely. Great views.
Really nice place. Room was fine. The strict reception times a bit prehistoric. Don't get there early and expect any favours!
T
T, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 24, 2025
Pros: super sweet staff. Very welcoming and friendly. Location was very pretty. Close to a lot of things.
Cons: water stopped working morning we left. Beds were pretty rough—lots of springs and you could feel them. Walls were thin—could hear the neighbors watching movies and talking.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
Nice rooms
Nice rooms, clean but bathroom tiling needs regrouting. No soap in dispenser. Friendly reception and night porter staff.
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Charming town and hotel.
Burton
Burton, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 20, 2025
Avoid!!!!
Horrendous. Dated, shocking decor, food inedible, like and old people’s home
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 14, 2025
Not what was expected
The photos dont correspond to the conditions of the hotel. Everything was quite old and decrepit. The floors in the hallways were skew, the room has a unpleasant smell , and the ceiling had quite severe water damage. The sheets also were stained. Though the breakfast was quite pleasant and staff were kind. Overall, mediocre at best.
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 15, 2025
Seen better days
Located in a lovely village this hotel has seen better days. My room was grubby, the bathroom covered in mold and lots of dirty patches on walls and ceiling. Very limited facilities and services, rooms not serviced all week.
John
John, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 22, 2025
Hotel doing a good job with coach parties making it busy
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Lovely Hotel we itj character in the Scottish Higlands
Sanjay
Sanjay, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2025
Good value.
Highly recommended.
John
John, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 13, 2025
Rooms are not serviced, not enough staff, restaurant closed before closing hours, food horrible, dated and run down- the place needs big investment, it has clearly seen better days. Perfectly fine for sleeping, but other than that…
Alistair E
Alistair E, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 2, 2025
Old style but a bit worn looking. People were friendly. Convenient to village.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 28, 2025
Staff very helpful, room was clean, it was as we expected it to be.
Murdo
Murdo, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 10, 2025
Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer
Catered for coach parties not guests. Told we couldn't book dinner and then told dinner was booked. Given same menu as coach party which was mediocre. Breakfast was cold. Bed clean and comfortable but not even a chair to sit on. Will not re-visit.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 18, 2025
Terrible
We booked this hotel for our anniversary stop on our 2 week long trip across Scotland. We got there and there was 4 tour buses of people, which is nobodys fault. We finally get to our room and it was NOT what was pictured. Mold on the shower head, bathroom light, all around the shower. Stained carpet, dated furniture. The smallest tv I've ever seen. Uncomfortable bed. You could see the hallway light all around the door so there was zero sound proofing. I'm not sure if the tour groups got the rooms like the ones pictured, but I was so disappointed.
Lindsey
Lindsey, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 20, 2025
Nice hotel with friendly staff
Was upgraded following an issue with the toilet.
The staff were lovely and very helpful. Breakfast was really good.