Hotel Dornoch Castle Hotel
Castle Street, Dornoch, IV25 3SD, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 293 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The room was spacious and the bed comfortable. The whisky bar selections were out of this world! I’ve never seen such a great collection at such great prices. I’d come back here just for the bar.
United States of AmericaDornoch is a great location for exploring the Highlands. This wee town is charming and has a beautiful beach.The hotel has an excellent restaurant and great selection of whiskies. Staff was first rate. Friendly and attentive.
United States of AmericaThe staff was friendly and professional, especially Laura!
United States of AmericaWell, you're staying in a castle in a beautiful town, so that's always a good start! The castle is gorgeous inside and out. Lovely bar and upscale restaurant. Beautiful rooms. Great location right in city center.
United States of AmericaWe greatly appreciate the staff member who located the iPad we accidentally left behind and shipping it to us. We appreciate her gracious help!
United States of AmericaThe fact that it was a castle! Great location, Whisky Bar
United States of AmericaCharacterful property - excellent staff, particularly in the restaurant
United KingdomThis is a very nice hotel. The bedrooms look good, the beds are comfortable, a good shower. The staff were very nice, the bar area was comfortable and warm to sit in. The restaurant was brilliant, the food amazing and the staff were very welcoming.
United KingdomOwners on property and very very engaging. Staff well trained which was entirely obvious. Owners and staff care.
United States of AmericaGreat place to stay in a neat town. Take time to enjoy the history
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Dornoch Castle Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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A 500-year-old converted Scottish castle, this hotel is in the center of Durnoch, across from a 13th-century cathedral. It has period features throughout the property, as well as fine dining and quiet walled gardens.
Bright rooms all have a TV, tea/coffee and a private bathroom, while some also include a sitting area and a four-post bed. Many rooms have views of the hotel’s walled garden, Dornoch Firth or Dornoch Cathedral.
The award-winning Garden Restaurant has original 15th-century stone walls and hardwood floors. It offers traditional Scottish dishes using local produce including local seafood, Aberdeen Angus beef and Highland venison.
Dornoch Castle Hotel is a 15 minute walk from the seashore and a 10 minute walk away is Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Pubs and restaurants are just a few minutes’ walk.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)
Breakfast Info
Full English/Irish, Buffet
Good Coffee!
Free parking available at the hotel
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What's nearby *
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Carnegie Club Skibo Castle0 miles
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Royal Dornoch Golf Club0.2 miles
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Dunrobin Castle7.8 miles
Closest Airports *
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Inverness Airport23.5 miles
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Wick John O’Groats Airport52.8 miles
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Amenities of Dornoch Castle Hotel
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Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Live music/Performance Off-site
- Horseback riding
- Hiking Off-site
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
Food & Drink
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility
- Toilet with grab rails
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
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Free! Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
- Secure parking
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Baggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying
- Packed lunches
- Honeymoon suite
- Ironing service
- Laundry
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Safety & Security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
General
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Newspapers
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 12:00 AM and 6:30 AM
Children & Beds
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
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Can use a crib
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FREE |
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Can use an extra bed
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£10 per child, per night | |
| 3 - 12 years |
Can use an extra bed
when requested
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£10 per child, per night |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Dornoch Castle Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
If you are due to arrive outside of the hotel’s published check-in times, please contact reception in advance, in order to inform them of your estimated time of arrival. You can contact the front desk by telephone or via email, using the contact details supplied on your confirmation email.
If you would like to dine please book in advance to avoid disappointment.
FAQs about Dornoch Castle Hotel
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Guests staying at Dornoch Castle Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Buffet
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Dornoch Castle Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Live music/Performance
- Horseback riding
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Dornoch Castle Hotel (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Secure parking
- Street parking
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Check-in at Dornoch Castle Hotel is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Dornoch Castle Hotel by:
- Car 1h 20min
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Room options at Dornoch Castle Hotel include:
- Twin/Double
- Single
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The prices at Dornoch Castle Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Dornoch Castle Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Grant MacNicol at the Castle
