Glenmoriston Town House, Inverness

Advantages: Its a small place, trains are cheap
Disadvantages: Buses are expensive

...by Stagecoach, but you occasionally see the odd blue Highland buses, which are a much better price and tend to go to the more obscure parts of Inverness - mainly housing estates! Buses in Inverness leave from one of three places - the newly refurbished bus station beside the library just off Academy Street which is a 3 mionute walk from the train station, or the more local buses which leave from outside the general post office on Queensgate and also from Union Street. Both of these are a stones throw from the main train and bus station . There isnt a local train service as such for commuters - but Inverness Train Station provides good regular links with Aberdeen, Thurso / Wick, Perth and Kyle, not to mention the Sleeper Service to London Euston. Scotrail are usually good on prices and if you want to visit towns near Inverness like Dingwall, Lairg... Read review

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Advantages: Excellent base for the Highlands. History abounds.
Disadvantages: Unreliable weather

...Inverness,the capital of the Scottish Highlands,is a comparatively small city but has considerable charm and interest for the visitor. It has numerous historical links to the rather turbulent history of the Highlands and has a number of interesting historical buildings such as Inverness Castle,the Town Hall, and the houses and hotels along the riverside. Since it is an important tourist centre much visited by exiled Scots and their descendants from the USA,Canada,Australia,New Zealand and other countries,its hospitality industry is well developed. The accommodation base is good with several high quality hotels,well equipped guest houses and very homely bed and breakfast places. Most of these offer comfortable rooms and very hearty Scottish-style breakfasts. Inverness, also has a wide range of restaurants including a surprisingly large... Read review

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Advantages: Beautiful Hotel, Fantastic View
Disadvantages: Very Expensive, Location

...is the location. Although it is near to Culloden which is a must see attraction when visiting Inverness, it is quite removed from town. Of course, being remote and set in its own extensive beautiful gardens is a bonus, but getting into Inverness with out a rental car can be an expensive outing. A stay at The Culloden House is not inexpensive. A standard single room is £175 a night, while the junior suites are around £280 a night. They do run fantastic special offers though which you can find on their website. A stay at The Culloden House is a special treat, and worth it if you get the chance.... Read review

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