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#2 of 3 hotels in Altnaharra

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Originally a drover's inn, and with a history dating back to the late 17th Century, the Altnaharra Hotel has been attracting fishing enthusiasts from far and wide for over 190 years, earning itself a much-deserved reputation as a world class fishing destination.Retaining many of its period features reflecting its long history, the Altnaharra Hotel has been lovingly and meticulously restored to provide a getaway for fishing and shooting enthusiasts, as well as those looking for a relaxing and tranquil retreat.In addition, The Altnaharra offers two beautifully restored self-catering cottages, each with two bedrooms. We can also offer very affordable rooms in our log cabin, exclusively for LEJOG cyclists and Munro Baggers.

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Free parking

Free internet

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Free breakfast

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Non-smoking hotel

Shared lounge / TV area

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Flatscreen TV

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Non-smoking rooms

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Quiet

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A836, Altnaharra IV27 4UF Scotland

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kenhart wrote a review Sept 2023

bristol238 contributions83 helpful votes

Amazing

Amazing from checking in to checking out. The most relaxing hotel you could ever imagine. Nestled by a beautiful loch it offers everything you need. Great menu. Incredibly well cooked and presented Great wines and of course great whiskey. Wonderful lounge areas in which to relax. Breakfast just as great If I am in this area again, definitely stay again

Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled solo

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MarkSF1 wrote a review Sept 2023

San Francisco, California8 contributions2 helpful votes

Not great but at least dinner was good

The room was ok with a comfortable bed but the black mold in the shower really creates a bad impression. Check in was wierd, I went in a side door that said entrance. There was a bell, which I rang. No response, waited 5 mins and then went looking around and found reception - which is well hidden. No signs to direct you to reception, just a bell that no one answers. No lights on inside which just adds to the deserted and unwelcoming impression. On the plus side, dinner was excellent in the restaurant.

Date of stay: September 2023

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m666lew wrote a review Aug 2023

Leicestershire, United Kingdom2 contributions3 helpful votes

Shocking

What a way to run a business We booked into your establishment via booking.com Upon receiving confirmation and payment made we turned up well before checking in time and waited for the 15.00 checking in time You never showed up the place was completely shut I tried sending you emails you never replied I tried phoning you several times no answer just a voice mail option We wasted another 40 minutes waiting for booking.com to try and contact you but they couldn't Having looked around the place fate was probably on our side because it looks nothing like the nice pictures you display It looks very run down and grotty but because you failed to show up we could only see the inside through the dirty windows I look forward to your response because looking at your replies you clearly a man that has a lot to say for himself so your explanation would be welcome Many thanks …

Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends

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Donald M wrote a review Jul 2023

Ballater, United Kingdom6 contributions3 helpful votes

A WEE GEM

Stayed over last night, friendly staff, good food and super comfy bed, could do with updating the website and showing the bar meal menu, no complaint with the meal i opted for the burger and my wife the fish cakes, both tasty and plentiful. It wont be everyone’s cup of tea to stay but I enjoyed it.

Date of stay: July 2023

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Room Tip: Wont be everyone ideal place, very quite and no where else to go really however to me thats a...

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stephen405 wrote a review Jun 2023

Melrose, United Kingdom49 contributions63 helpful votes

warm welcome in remote tranquil spot

Old fashioned, in good sense, highland lodge type hotel. its pretty remote the next nearest settlements which are not exactly huge themselves are c 20 miles across moorland. Its probably 20-30 miles to the next road. The main air corridor to the US is to the south so there are very few planes. Being in the centre the small road that passes though Altnharra is mercifully free of the constant trundle squeak of the motorhomes that clutter up the NC500 but spend little in the local economy. Its a very tranquil peaceful place - increasingly rare across the continent let alone the UK. Hotel is a little worn round the edges but there are signs of improvements but if you are after a pristine commodity offering airport hotel stay somewhere else. This place has character. The staff are really what make it Josh who has only recently joined had just been left to get on with it by the elusive owner did an amazing job front of house from running bar serving dinner serving breakfasts and generally doing a great job of anything that needed doing. Henry the chef produced some really good meals quite an achievement when you are many many miles from shops let alone the varied suppliers in a city. He also acted as a source of info for fishing where to go what to do what was actually on offer etc. Hotel has a lot of one night guests who are cyclists or walkers en route to elsewhere but were a couple of fishing parties staying longer. Fishing is pretty good with access to a number of lochs though there is now no ghillie, They don't yet have full complement of promised boats or outboards but chap who was staying at hotel who was doing a great job restoring a couple for the hotel. Seems to be a problem with hot water so you have to time your shower/bath and avoid peak times if you want to be assured of constant hot water. Communication with the owner was a bit sketchy but staff at the hotel made up for his shortcomings. All in all a pleasant stay with friendly staff good food and comfortable spacious rooms. Due to the size of the place 14 rooms feels a bit more like a house party than a hotel in one of the UK's remotest spots.…

Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends

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sharon10019 wrote a review Mar 2023

Healing, United Kingdom125 contributions46 helpful votes

Wow wow wow

What a great hotel in a remote area its an proper old style hotel Henry the chef made us feel very welcome we had the whole of the hotel to ourselves being the first guests of the season a lovely open fire shame we are only here for one night we would most definitely stay here again

Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple

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Mindy1001 wrote a review Jan 2023

Walsall, United Kingdom486 contributions183 helpful votes

Welcoming

We stayed a short while on our road trip, so arrived quite late to the hotel. There had been significant rain, which had an impact on the local area, but the evening staff member was incredibly welcoming and trying to accommodate any requests. Unfortunately they were impacted by supply issues, which is completely understandable at the time we stayed, as there are many places/ industries impacted, however, all that we would have expected was for this to be shared whenever ordering food. Looking forward to a hearty Scottish breakfast to be told some of it wasn't possible was quite disappointing. Beautiful surroundings, wild deer and stag really close as we were leaving, and loved the historical nature of the hotel. Just please, communicate with your guests. I wasn't ordering anything obscure, but don't let me order and then come back to say there are no baked beans etc.…

Date of stay: October 2022

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Miriam H wrote a review Oct 2022

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Great little place

This is a fantastic unpretentious small old hotel with great dinner and breakfast. It's in great, but isolated location. Staff are friendly and helpful. Other guests were friendly in the evening by the lovely fire and the dog was welcome. Only wish I could have stayed longer than one night.

Date of stay: October 2022

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jules wrote a review Sept 2022

Nutts Corner, United Kingdom1 contribution1 helpful vote

Warm, welcoming, homely. Fab food.

Food was superb, service excellent. We were made to feel very welcome, especially with our dog who was very well catered for!! Make sure and book as it is surprisingly busy for such a remote, but beautiful spot! Lovely open fire(s). Highly recommend.

Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with family

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Steve Wheatley wrote a review Sept 2022

Edinburgh, United Kingdom6 contributions1 helpful vote

Very welcoming

I arrived on bike after a wet, windy day and I was so pleased there was an open fire. I was made to feel welcome by the friendly staff. This is not a "boutique" hotel but a comfortable, clean, warm old style lodge. The room was clean and quiet. The evening meal and breakfast were both delicious and hearty. A pint of beer, a wee dram in front of the fire and I was set for the night.

Date of stay: September 2022

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