The Ambassador Hotel

from CA$460
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“A newly restored Victorian townhouse hotel overlooking the River Ness, blending heritage architecture with contemporary boutique atmosphere; ideal for travellers seeking an intimate Highland base with excellent Indian influenced cuisine. ”

Hotel review

Set within two adjoining Victorian townhouses dating from 1874, the Ambassador Hotel occupies a prime riverside position in central Inverness, within easy walking distance of the city’s cultural landmarks. The recent £6m restoration preserves the building’s classic architectural features – high ceilings, sash windows and a formal façade – while introducing a Highlandesque interior of antiques, tartans and contemporary comforts.

Each of the fourteen rooms are individually conceived, with thematic references to travel, exploration and the surrounding landscape, resulting in a boutique feel that distinguishes it from more conventional city hotels. Leitmotifs such as Tartan, Maharaja, and Czarina, give the rooms a unique identity, each with thematic wallpaper and a distinct mosaic above the bed, giving the property a narrative-led identity without tipping into kitsch. Marbled bathrooms in each room and contemporary lighting keep the spaces in the here and now.

Public spaces include a snug library-style cocktail bar and the first-rate Indian restaurant, "Talk of the Town", based on the now defunct Bombay establishment. Service is notably attentive and personable, reinforcing the hotel’s residential feel. Best suited to couples or short-stay visitors seeking character, location and a strong sense of place.

James Patterson

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • In prime, central position for reaching all the city's top sites on foot, such as Inverness Castle and the Victorian Market

  • Romantic Break

    • The ideal choice for those seeking a romantic Highland escape, with intimate, luxury suites full of Scottish character

  • Sights nearby

    • Inverness Castle is just across the river, offering a full-scale immersive experience based on the spirit of the Highlands

  • Restaurant

    • Talk of the Town is an elegant spot with a wide range on offer, from fresh Scottish seafood to traditional Indian cuisine

  • Other Activities

    • Inverness Cathedral sits right next to the hotel, offering guided audio tours around its stunning gothic architecture

  • Charming

  • Full of character

  • Air conditioning

  • Traditional

  • Child friendly

  • Riverside

  • Boutique

Facilities

  • Rooms

    14 rooms in this hotel

  • Restaurant

    Talk of the Town is an elegant spot with a wide range on offer, from fresh Scottish seafood to traditional Indian cuisine

  • Bar

    The Other Room is a warm, wood panelled joint with a well stocked, library style bar clad with old fashioned book spines

  • Wifi

  • Lift

  • No pets

  • Cots available

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Bath robes

  • Air conditioning

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Suites

  • Room service

  • Child friendly

Activities

  • Theatre

    • Eden Court Arts venue is just five minutes away, hosting world-touring musicals, Scottish ballet and diverse film screenings

  • Sights nearby

    • Inverness Castle is just across the river, offering a full-scale immersive experience based on the spirit of the Highlands

  • Other Activities

    • Inverness Cathedral sits right next to the hotel, offering guided audio tours around its stunning gothic architecture

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