This former Victorian sporting lodge is set in the village of Tongue in the North Highlands. Overlooking the beautiful Kyle of Tongue, Ben Loyal, Ben Hope and the ruin of Castle Varrich, it offers luxurious rooms, a cozy bar and restaurant and traditional Scottish breakfasts.

Rooms at the Tongue Hotel are individually designed with period features such as wood paneling, open fires and antique furniture. Each includes a decanter of sherry, sweets, as well as a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and Gilchrist and Soames toiletries.

The Tongue serves an extensive breakfast menu. Porridge, fruit, cereals and yogurts are followed by a choice of cooked Scottish breakfasts. Ingredients are locally sourced and guests can enjoy snacks and bar meals or more formal meals in the dining room, served with varied whiskey and wine menus.

The area is ideal for hiking, angling and climbing in the nearby Loch Fleet and Knockan Crag National Nature Reserves. Ben Loyal, the Queen of Scottish mountains is reached from Tongue Village, and the UK's most northerly Munro, Ben Hope is within 30 minutes’ drive. Tongue also marks the end of the long distance walk The Sutherland Way. This northerly coastline features fine sandy beaches including Coldbackie, Talmine, Achininver and Torrisdale Bay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available at the hotel

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4 reasons to choose The Tongue Hotel

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  • The staff speaks English
Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Kyle of Tongue
    1.5 miles
  • Mountain Ben Loyal
    6 miles
  • River Borgie
    6 miles
  • Lake Loch Loyal
    7 miles
  • River Naver
    10 miles
  • Lake Loch Hope
    12 miles
  • Mountain Ben Hope
    16 miles
  • Mountain Ben Klibreck
    18 miles
Closest Airports
  • Wick John O’Groats Airport
    47.8 miles
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Amenities of The Tongue Hotel
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Library
  • Darts
  • Game room
  • Fishing Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Bottle of water
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Massage Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 14 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Crib by request
£20 per stay
2 years old
Extra bed by request
£20 per child, per night
Crib by request
£20 per stay
3 - 13 years
Extra bed by request
£20 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.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The fine print

Please note that for groups of 8 or more, an additional meal supplement of 30 GBP per person will be charged for dinner at the restaurant.

FAQs about The Tongue Hotel

  • The prices at The Tongue Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at The Tongue Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • Check-in at The Tongue Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at The Tongue Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Tongue Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private Parking
    • Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Street parking
    • Electric vehicle charging station
    • Free parking

  • The Tongue Hotel is 1,000 feet from the center of Tongue.

  • Yes, The Tongue Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Tongue Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Library
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Live music/Performance
    • Live sports events (broadcast)