Nestled in the heart of nature, Altnaharra Hotel offers an inviting retreat with a beautiful garden, laundry facilities, and a cozy bar. Connect to WiFi and indulge in delicious meals at the restaurant. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Ferrycroft Visitor Centre - 38 min drive - 40.6 km
Ben More - 38 min drive - 40.7 km
Skinnet Beach - 44 min drive - 44.4 km
Kyle of Sutherland - 49 min drive - 53.4 km
Bonar Bridge - 57 min drive - 61.8 km
Getting around
Kinbrace Station - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Dining Room - 1 min walk
About this property
Altnaharra Hotel
When visiting Altnaharra, Altnaharra Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Kitchen
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 9.50 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property will place a credit card authorization of 25% at time of booking as a deposit.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Also known as
Altnaharra Hotel Lairg
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Altnaharra Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Altnaharra Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Altnaharra Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Altnaharra Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Altnaharra Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Altnaharra Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Altnaharra Hotel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room.
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Reviews
Altnaharra Hotel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.8
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, and outstanding by multiple guests. (8 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2026
Really nice place
Evening meal excellent
Breakfast also excellent
Staff I know it sounds repetitive but also excellent
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2025
free parking, wonderful food
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2025
Love this B&B
Lovely B&B. Had a fire and alot of seating in main area. Food is AMAZING for dinner and breakfast. Comfortable beds, clean bathroom. I have stayed here before and will again!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
Great location. Peaceful setting, comfortable bed and spacious well equipped room and bathroom. Lovely lounges. Excellent food.
Harriet
Harriet, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2025
Beds clean and very comfortable.
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 23, 2025
Great location that is very quiet and scenic. Very friendly staff with great service and food. Overall condition of hotel whilst clean and comfortable was a bit tired and in need of renovation.
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Food was excellent and the staff were brilliant
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 26, 2025
Lovely place miles from nowhere which suited us.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 27, 2025
Very good staff and food. We were well looked after.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Charming vintage hotel. The staff were so nice and helpful. The restaurant was very good.
Suzan
Suzan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Cute wee room
Stayed for one night as it was close to Ben Hope. The room was old fashioned, but in a good way . Loved the tartan accessories and the big deep bath was an unexpected nice surprise . I would stay there again if I was going back to that part of the country
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Friendly comfortable and accommodating
MICHAEL
MICHAEL, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Lovely hotel. Great dinner. Great breakfast. Wonderful staff. I highly recommend it.
Spencer
Spencer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2023
Everything about this hotel is just perfect for a stop over. Great staff, excellent food and comfortable lounge to relax
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2025
This is a remote spot with not many accommodation options and yet this is a very nice place to stay. Welcoming, good food and lots of very pleasant lounge space. Well equipped for cyclists too. Recommended.
David
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2025
The Altnaharra Hotel is a backstep in the past.
The staff was really nice.
The room, the hall, everything is well manteined and frozen in the '80ies.
Cesare
Cesare, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Charming Hotel with very nicely appointed room. Very comfortable and quiet. Alan was particularly helpful with checking me in and providing a safe storage for my bicycle. I very much enjoyed my stay over during by cycling tour.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2023
Great stay - loved the fireplace in our room!
Breakfast was very good.
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 30, 2024
Beautiful location
Friendly staff. Beautiful location with stunning views. Will definitely stay there again.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2024
Remote place with friendly staff, good food and cold beer.
George
George, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2024
Stayed here for 1 night. Had a great meal.
Nyrelle
Nyrelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Attentive staff, very traditional fishing hotel. Great for relaxing!
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
Staff cant do enough for you. Very quiet room.
Andy
Andy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2024
One night stopover
Lovely accommodation, floor in room sloped which made it a bit quirky, great decor and lovely breakfast
Alec
Alec, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2026
Ok, so the hotel room was a little faded, not to say shabby, although not offensively so. But this was more than made up for by everything else this characterful hotel offers. It’s like a cozy home-from-home in the northern highlands. The fact that the Altnaharra Hotel is genuinely in the middle of nowhere makes the comfortable lounge and roaring open fire seem even more welcoming. Management and staff were extremely friendly and attentive too. Most surprising of all though, was the food served at dinner. On arrival, the host explained that the hotel had only just reopened for the season (early March) and was not providing a full dinner full menu, but they could rustle up fish and chips, or a pie perhaps. So expectations were not high. However, the food actually served to me in the attractive dining room was a revelation. My haggis fritter starter and sticky toffee pudding dessert were both well above average, but the seared chicken and haggis main was a tour de force, similar to what you might expect from a top-end Edinburgh restaurant. The truth is, the hotel manager is actually a highly accomplished chef, but just doesn’t like to boast about it. So overall, if you’re looking for a cosy highland retreat, brimming with charm and character, and you value great food and friendly personal service, then I would recommend the Altnaharra Hotel unreservedly.