Dog friendly holidays in Inverness and Loch ness
Find all the places your dog can join you in Inverness and the surrounding area.
Welcome to Cairngorms Activities with a wide range of activities, accommodation and a licensed cafe.
We hope you enjoy your dining experience with us.
Private driving tours throughout The Highlands for groups of up to seven travellers
Based in the city centre on the river Ness
Located on the leafy banks of the River Ness, Torrish brings a new era to fine dining in the city
Urquhart Castle situated on the shore of Loch Ness is one of Scotland’s largest castles.
We are situated in a beautiful area of Inverness.
Drumossie Hotel
The Hotel is the perfect base from which to tour the Loch Ness area and the Scottish Highlands.
Much more than just a garden centre
We pride ourselves on being one of the best Loch Ness hotels around and are situated only minutes away from the small village of Fort Augustus with its shops, pubs, restaurants and Loch Ness cruise hire boats, as well as the famous the Caledonian Canal.
On the canal side by the Tomhahurich bridge
Perfectly placed for visiting the ‘Capital of the Highlands’
The Priory Hotel is an ideal location to visit Beauly and the Scottish highlands.
At Urquhart’s Restaurant we take great pride in serving beautiful home cooked cuisine.
Award winning private chef, Grant MacNicol.
Set in nine acres of parkland, the listed art deco New Drumossie Hotel is an oasis of peace and elegance.
Street food Inverness style!
Based in Drumnadrochit
Based on Beauly High Street!
The Lock Inn is a traditional Highland Pub sitting on the banks of the canal in Fort Augustus.
What started out as a single Hut in Islington, London is now over 700 Restaurants and Delivery outlets up and down the UK, and guess what, the pizza is still the best in town.
A stones throw from Loch Ness, a world away from your daily cares
An unforgettable combination of fantastic locally sourced food and drink and storytelling.
A traditional highland hotel & bar with quirky decor serving the best of Scottish produce.
Hotel based at the Inverness Airport
Looking for a romantic break or the perfect location near Inverness to explore the Highlands?
When only the best will do ...
Based near the Caledonian Canal
Located in the city centre near the castle
Visiting Culloden the last hand-to-hand battle fought on British soil takes on a whole new meaning with the opening of an exciting new visitor centre and interactive exhibition.
Whether you are staying locally or just paying a short visit to the Glen Affric & Loch Ness area you will be more than welcome at the Slaters Arms country pub and restaurant.
The historic market at the heart of the City centre.
The Kingsmills Hotel perfectly blends tradition, contemporary design and passionate service.
The Kitchen is housed in modern, glass building located on the banks of the River Ness.
Craigdarroch, a small independent hotel, restaurant & bar with breathtaking views over Loch Ness
A la Carte restaurant offering quality dishes from locally sourced ingredients.
Loch Ness Country House Hotel a haven of tranquillity,
Top your water up in the city!
Lovely self catering cottages or lodges with seasonal pool on rural Highland Estate. Pets. Wi Fi
Award-winning, independent, small, stylish and friendly, the Heathmount Hotel gives guests a real taste of Inverness.
The Crown Court Town House Hotel is located in the Highland capital, the city of Inverness.
The largest sport and leisure facility in the Highlands.
Lochardil House Hotel is a charming 4 star hotel set on idyllic gardens close to Inverness City centre
Based on the A96 inbetween Inverness and the airport
Top up when exploring beautiful Fort Augustus
CEUD MILE FAILTE. The Warmest Welcome in the Glen. The Inn is situated 6 miles from Drumnadrochit on the A831 Glen Urquhart in the Scottish Highlands.
The Castle Tavern is primarily a real pub that prides itself in its food and specialises in an extremely wide range of malts.
Close to the city and River Ness.
Based in the centre of Drumnadrochit
Small family run Hotel in Strathfarrar, offering a very warm welcome!
Situated on land that was originally part of Stoneyfield House, the Snow Goose was previously known as the Coach House Inn.
From booking to bed, we're here to help you rest easy.
At the time of the Jacobite uprising in 1745-46, Bonnie Prince Charlie used Culloden House as his lodging and battle headquarters prior to that fateful battle on Culloden Moor.
We pride ourselves on offering a clean, professional, friendly service and quality hostel.
Welcome to The Boathouse. In our first season under new, local management we’re happy to say the Boathouse is now the perfect place to come for a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, good food, and a stunning setting.
Family friendly and fun, Dows Bistro offers excellent, locally sourced food combined with premium spirits & beers, delicious wines and cheeky cocktails.
A full A la Carte Menu offering a wide range of dining options is available in addition to our extremely popular bar food prepared by our catering team – all available in a relaxing atmosphere in our cosy restaurant.
Based in the square on the High Street in Beauly
Located in Foyers on the south side of Loch Ness
4 Star Hotel & Spa-luxury pool, leisure club, Wifi & parking on the banks of the River Ness
From booking to bed, we're here to help you rest easy.
Vegetarian and Vegan Cafe and Bicyle workshop
Based 3 miles from Invermoriston on the Great Glen Way
Wholesale producer of luxury ice cream.
Visitors and societies welcome 7 days a week.
On the banks of the caledonian canal by the Tomnahurich bridge
Take a bite at the cafe of Dundreggan Rewilding Visitor Centre
At the Inshes Gate you’ll find pub food as it should be!
Set among glorious tranquility, Glenurquhart House nestles on a secluded wooded hillside and enjoys some of the most spectacular Scottish scenery, with views of Loch Meiklie and Glenurquhart.
The Craigmonie Hotel is situated in a quiet leafy residential area, yet only a matter of minutes from the centre of Inverness, Scotland’s newest and fastest growing city.
A monument of Gothic architecture, the most Northerly Anglican Cathedral in the UK.
On the road to Loch Ness, Inverness' only farm park with the Highlands first 'Jelly Belly'.
Coul House is an country house hotel, located(20 minutes north of Inverness).
This grand hotel has a great location in the heart of Inverness, yet in a quiet area with splendid views of the River Ness and Inverness Castle.
Glen Rowan Cafe is a family run business specialising in fresh food and locally produced produce
Fiddler’s is a warm, inviting restaurant offering traditional Scottish dishes such as Haggis, Venison and Salmon as well as more international items.
We take the tastes of the Highlands and turn them into culinary masterpieces
Enjoy riverside views at this secluded 5 star hotel in the heart of the vibrant city of Inverness.
An ideal stop off for a fast, value for money family meal.
A modern take on traditional Asian cuisine in Inverness.
Live theatre, cinema, classes and cafe/bar by the riverside in Inverness.
A place to top up when exploring Tomich!
Based on Church street in the City centre
Brand New brewery and distillery on the banks of the River Ness.
Based on the riverside in the city center.
Set on the shore of Loch Ness, a family run restaurant and pub.
The Struy Inn is a traditional 19th century country inn situated in the heart of Scotland’s Central Highlands, within an easy drive of both Inverness and Loch Ness.
Based in the very centre of Drumnadrochit on the Great Glen Way
Dunrobin Castle and Gardens is just a mile North of the village of Golspie in East Sutherland.
Award winning Fish + Chips food truck in the Highlands
Explore Scotland's wild forest and experience rewilding in action at Dundreggan.
Foyers House is a family run adult only guest house on Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands .
Based on the outskirts of the city centre
Beaufort Hotel is a family business with 34 comfortable En Suite rooms.Free parking available
Based on Academy Street in the centre of Inverness
Based near the city centre
Based in Drumnadrochit
The Loch Ness Inn, which is a small hotel and bunkhouse, is located in Drumnadrochit.
Based in Fort Augustus on the Great Glen Way!
Located in the Victorian market in Inverness city centre
Achnagairn Castle
Based in Drumnadrochit close to the Great Glen Way.
Stores and cafe in Foyers
KFC is an American fast food restaurant chain that specialises in fried chicken.
Foyers Lodge offers stylish accommodation, delicious food and unrivalled views of Loch Ness.
Local, Independent and Inclusive.
Based in Doch Garroch along the Caledonian Canal
The Highland Club is a development of luxury self-catering apartments within Fort Augustus Abbey.
The new Caledonian Canal Centre in Fort Augustus is a world-class visitor and destination hub.
On the riverside in Inverness
Wee B&B,Tearoom, and gift shop over looking Loch Ness surrounded by our hairy highland coos
The Camerons Tea Room & Farm Shop at Glenlia Farm in the village of Foyers.
Inverness and Loch ness is not short of places to eat and drink, from fine dining to street food, there are options catering for all tastes and budgets and what’s even more exciting is the food scene in the area is growing fast!
Using the map above you can filter the choices of what you are looking for and below you can find out about different venues and experiences you can have when visiting the destination! Bon Appetite or should we say "Biadh math" which is Gaelic for good food!
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Where do the locals eat? Is something often researched when travelling somewhere new, finding the popular hidden gems. Well we are lucky to have many local independent restaurants serving great quality delicious food with menus full of locally sourced produce and a good choice of options including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets being well catered for.
The small villages and hamlets surrounding Inverness and Loch ness offer some wonderful rural dining options, so you are well catered for after a days exploring. Always remember that with more rural locations it can sometimes mean seasonal hours or closures are in place so do check ahead if you are planning to travel or are staying remotely.
Whitebridge - Whitebridge Hotel
Foyers - Craigdarroch Hotel - Foyers Lodge
Beauly - The Priory Hotel
Struy, By Beauly - Cnoc Hotel
Fort Augustus - The Lock Inn
Drumnadrochit - Loch Ness Inn - Fiddlers Restaurant
When discovering a new destination if luxurious fine dining is high up on your to-do list, you will be pleased to know we have some fantastic options available in Inverness and Loch Ness. Both traditional and exciting innovative menus are on offer using the freshest local produce, finest ingredients, quality cuts, and mouth watering flavour combinations.
Fort Augustus - Station Road restaurant at The Lovat Hotel
Inverness - The Torrish Restaurant at the 5 star Ness Walk Hotel
Inverness - Independent, family-owned Rocpool Restaurant
Culloden - The Culloden House Hotel
If you are looking for a foodie experience with a difference, the Downright Gabbler in Beauly offers something you will not want to miss. Mixing a menu that is full to the brim of Scottish and locally sourced produce alongside some fabulous historic and cultural storytelling, you are guaranteed a unique and entertaining evening.
"Living the dram" for Whisky lovers and the "Ale and hearty" evening for anyone who loves beer and its history are just a few of the themed evenings on offer.
Street food Inverness Style!
If you love to try great food produced by local businesses, then you need to add a visit to the Highland Food and Drink trail to your to do list. Based on the riverside outside the cathedral you will find a weekly offering of tasty treats from the vendors on the trail. Everything from healthy juices to locally sourced seafood snacks, delicious fresh pasta to a Highland Hog Roast.
Check out what's on offer via their social media channels and do not miss out!
Discover the many locations you can keep hydrated for free with a fresh water top up for your re-usable water bottle.
Learn more about where and how this sustainable and environmentally friendly initiative works.
Find all the places your dog can join you in Inverness and the surrounding area.
Finding all the places to have a delicious Afternoon Tea in Inverness and Loch Ness
When thinking about Scotland, there is a fair chance that whisky will be a prominent feature.
From our wild mountains, fields and Lochs, come and discover our local larder.
Curious about the food and drink on offer in Inverness and Loch Ness? We know you will be delighted with what you will find. From farm to fork, our local Highland produce stocks many of our cafes, restaurants, pubs and street food vendors - some of the finest in the world.