Crown Travel Guide

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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
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
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
Culloden Battlefield

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
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition in Drumnadrochit. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

Activities

Red tour bus with several passengers aboard in Inverness.

City Sightseeing Inverness Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$27
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Inverness Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Private Whisky Tasting in Inverness

Private Whisky Tasting in Inverness

NZ$190
per adult
Private Whisky Tasting in Inverness
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

NZ$169
per adult
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

NZ$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch
Jamie at Culloden house

Clan Tour - OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness

NZ$304
per adult
Clan Tour - OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness
Loch Ness and Jacobite Steam Train Full Day Tour from Inverness

Loch Ness and Jacobite Steam Train Full Day Tour from Inverness

NZ$427
per adult
Loch Ness and Jacobite Steam Train Full Day Tour from Inverness
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Our pick of the best Crown Hotel Deals

Kingsmills Hotel

Kingsmills Hotel

4 out of 5
Culcabock Road, Inverness, Scotland
The price is NZ$395 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$395
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was lovely our room was very spacious with a comfortable bed and a working TV 😁 the bathroom was really nice the only disappointing part was the water pressure which was low I had to run around in the shower to get wet 💦 We ate at the hotel it was a reasonable price and good food we sat ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Kingsmills Hotel
Crown Court Hotel & Bar.

Crown Court Hotel & Bar.

3 out of 5
25 Southside Rd, Inverness, Scotland
The price is NZ$303 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$303
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Bellfield Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (194 reviews)
"Located in old town area - nice walking area. Room was spacious and well appointed. Hotel appears to be waning - restaurant was not operating. Told manager that we had no hot water. They came to check it and said it was an old building and to let it run. Morning showers were cold."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Crown Court Hotel & Bar.
Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
9 Annfield Road, Inverness, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (864 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Uneven bathroom floor. Too hot in bedroom."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

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Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
The Waverley Inn Holiday Homes

The Waverley Inn Holiday Homes

3.5 out of 5
11 & 11A Damfield Road, Inverness, Scotland
The price is NZ$373 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$373
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Inverness. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Bellfield Park are located ...
Dirty
"Carpets were dirty sofa was broke mand leather peeling and the fact shower and toilet area were dirty my girlfriend had to bleach and clean en suite due to pubic hair and glass being dirty in current pandemic pretty poor"

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2021

The Waverley Inn Holiday Homes
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland
The price is NZ$346 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$346
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"An convenient property that has seen better days. The room and bathroom were clean and realativley comfortable, but many things were dated. The stairs were a nightmare (do not carry up your luggage). Awesome view of the castle and super convenient to downtown Inverness. No parking, but a cheap pay ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

4 out of 5
GLEBE STREET, Inverness, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$465 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$465
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (748 reviews)
"Don’t take an alcove room the ceilings are really low."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
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Other neighbourhoods around Crown

Inverness Castle featuring a river or creek, heritage elements and château or palace

Inverness City Centre

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or Inverness Castle while you're exploring the area.

Inverness City Centre
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Drummond

When in Drummond, you can plan a visit to Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Drummond
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Millburn

While Millburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market.

Millburn
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Ballifeary

While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Ballifeary
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Hilton

While Hilton isn't home to many top sights, Ness Islands and Eden Court Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hilton
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Dalneigh

Though Dalneigh may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Dalneigh

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