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Dornoch Castle Hotel
3 stars

Dornoch Castle Hotel

Castle Street, Dornoch, IV25 3SD, United Kingdom
Dornoch, United Kingdom
See location+44 186 281 0216
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£88
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rate per night

8.3
Very good
based on 1008 reviews
1,008 reviews
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Double room
Standard Room
Deluxe room

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Dornoch Castle Hotel is situated in Dornoch and is within a short walk of nearby landmarks, such as Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Guests can also benefit from free internet in all areas.

Dornoch Castle Hotel provides a garden to unwind in, as well as free public parking on site. In fine weather, an outdoor terrace offers a nice place to relax.

Equipped to ensure an enjoyable stay, rooms provide tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. There are also honeymoon suites available.

Dornoch Castle Hotel Dornoch's in-house restaurant, Grant MacNicol at the Castle, is a popular spot to enjoy a meal. Guests are also able to try one of the many bars and cafés nearby.

The position of the hotel allows easy access to multiple tourist destinations by foot. It is also an easy car ride from Tain and Lairg.

Rating
8.3
Very good
Based on 1,008 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Dornoch Castle Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Horse riding

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • No smoking

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Complimentary breakfast

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Services and conveniences

  • Key access

Reviews of Dornoch Castle Hotel

8.3
Very good
1008 verified ratings
Wonderful
407
Very good
225
Good
144
Okay
94
Fair
83
Mediocre
30
Poor
25

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, which was perfect for activities like whisky tours. The service, particularly from the staff, was often highlighted as friendly and helpful. However, there were complaints regarding the cleanliness and maintenance of the rooms, with some rooms experiencing issues like humidity and lack of heating. The breakfast received positive remarks for its variety and quality, although some guests felt that the overall value for the price could have been better.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
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Location

Castle Street, Dornoch, IV25 3SD

What's nearby

  • Dornoch Cathedral54 yd
  • Historylinks Museum94 yd
  • Royal Dornoch Golf Club0.3 mi
  • Skelbo Castle3.5 mi
  • Skibo Castle3.8 mi
  • Carnegie Club3.8 mi
  • Tarbat Discovery Centre8.1 mi
  • Tarbat Ness Lighthouse9.3 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:30, check out anytime before 10:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Dornoch Castle Hotel

Low season

January

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

£96

Average price (weekend night)

£140
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 54% rise in price.
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Top tips for your stay at Dornoch Castle Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Dornoch Castle Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Dornoch Castle Hotel, plan to stay on a Saturday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Dornoch Castle Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £96, while the most expensive was £97.
  • How long should you stay at Dornoch Castle Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Dornoch Castle Hotel

  • Where is Dornoch Castle Hotel located?

    Dornoch Castle Hotel is located at Castle Street, 0.1 miles from the centre of Dornoch. Dornoch Cathedral is the closest landmark to Dornoch Castle Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Dornoch Castle Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:30 and check-out time is 10:30 at Dornoch Castle Hotel.

  • Does Dornoch Castle Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Dornoch Castle Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Dornoch Castle Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Dornoch Castle Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Dornoch Castle Hotel from the airport?

    Dornoch Castle Hotel is 23.1 miles from Inverness. Dornoch Castle Hotel is 52.6 miles from Wick.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Dornoch Castle Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Dornoch Castle Hotel in Dornoch and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Dornoch Castle Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Dornoch Castle Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city centre

0.1 mi

Nearest airport

Inverness

Distance to airport

23.3 mi