Balnain Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Loch Meiklie
Loch Meiklie in Summer
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Meiklie Bridge Close to where the River Enrick exits Loch Meiklie.
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Balnalurigin Sunset Freezing fog in Glen Urquhart just after sunset with the Glen Affric Hills prominent in the distance. Taken from the holiday cottage at Balnalurigin.
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Balnalick Balnalick Farm with Carn Eige in the distance.
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The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery

The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery

4 out of 5
8-15 Ness Bank Inverness Scotland
The price is NZ$216 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$216
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Hotel upgraded us to a lovely room with views of the river.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
B&B HOTEL Inverness

B&B HOTEL Inverness

3 out of 5
63 Academy Street Inverness Scotland
The price is NZ$184 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$184
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Lovely warm clean room and bathroom. Staff friendly and helpful. Very central. Breakfast good £10 if booked night b4 cheaper than on booking site. No parking but carpark across the street. Definitely stay again. Bus station and train station very close.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

B&B HOTEL Inverness
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive

4 out of 5
8 Ness Walk Inverness Scotland
The price is NZ$314 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$314
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Laundry service good and bar service good

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive
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Rossal House Apartments

Rossal House Apartments

4 out of 5
Rossal House, 31 Island Bank Road Inverness Scotland
Stay at this castle in Inverness. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a computer station. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Ness Islands are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
Fully equipped kitchen and space to eat and work. About 15 mins walk from the city centre Regular visitor to Rossal when I'm in Inverness for work

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Rossal House Apartments
Highland Apartments By Mansley

Highland Apartments By Mansley

4 out of 5
Living by the Bridge Inverness Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (539 reviews)
Awesome!! Beautiful apartment, beautiful view, awesome location!! Spotless clean!! Super recommend

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Highland Apartments By Mansley
Waverley Inn Apartments

Waverley Inn Apartments

3.5 out of 5
1 Fraser Street Inverness Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Inverness. Enjoy daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Victorian Market are located nearby.
6.8/10 (51 reviews)
DO NOT STAY HERE!!! BEDBUGS I sat on the couch for one hour upon arrival, and the place where I was the most exposed, my arms, was covered in bites. When I pulled the cushions off the couch to look for bugs, it was absolutely filthy under there. I also checked the bed under the bedsheets, and that ...

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Waverley Inn Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle showing heritage architecture, a castle and heritage elements

Inverness Castle

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Inverness Castle
Inverness Cathedral featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

Inverness Cathedral

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
Urquhart Castle featuring tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and a ruin

Urquhart Castle

Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.

Urquhart Castle
The vast, simple beauty of Culloden is amplified when our eyes zoom into the ecosystem that lives and thrives here. It was a buzzing afternoon. Bees and bumblebees were just busy at work late in the afternoon when I stopped by the battlefield. #lifeatexpedia #scotland

Culloden Battlefield

You can find out about the history of Inverness with a visit to Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Culloden Battlefield
Eden Court Theatre which includes a river or creek and modern architecture

Eden Court Theatre

See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.

Eden Court Theatre
HDTCMN The Eastgate shopping centre in Inverness in the Highland Reigon of Scotland. SCO 11,266.

Eastgate Shopping Centre

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Eastgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Inverness. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Eastgate Shopping Centre

Activities

mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

NZ$146
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
castle in edinburgh

West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh

NZ$182
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
Town on Scottish coastline

Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

NZ$149
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour

Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour

NZ$155
per adult
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch
Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views

NZ$50
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views
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Cities near Balnain

Urquhart Castle which includes a lake or waterhole and a ruin

Inverness

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