Ness Castle Lodges

113 reviews

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  Marc

  US · extended_group · Sep 2026

  9/10
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  Oleg

  AU · couple · Sep 2026

  9/10

  Weir Lodge is fabulously located and has all the basics for an enjoyable stay.

  Location, location, location. Fabulous walking trail along Ness River and comfortable lodge.

  No proper coffee in 2026! - instant coffee doesn’t cut it, it’s not the 1960s. A plunger? Yes… but what international traveller travels with whole or ground beans. In 2026 most international travellers would expect at least a Nespresso machine and pods. Also, a power point somewhere near the main bathroom so guests do not need to find a spare bedroom with a PowerPoint for a hair dryer and nearby mirror. A curious omission, though to be fair, the main bedroom was rather cramped. Toiletries were also rather old-fashioned..little mini bottles (a bit like 1950s motels) also no hair conditioner or body lotion and no face towels. Strange omissions given they are meant to be luxury lodges!

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  Audrey

  GB · extended_group · Sep 2026

  10/10

  This was the highlight of our trip, the lodge was everything and so much more! I would highly recommend it to anyone staying near Inverness!

  Nothing! It was all great!

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  Burhan

  GB · family_with_children · Sep 2026

  8/10
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  Caroline

  NL · family_with_children · Aug 2026

  5/10

  A stunning location, but unfortunately the cleanliness and maintenance of Benula did not match the price we paid.

  What we loved most about the location was the beautiful and peaceful setting along the River Ness. The surrounding nature is stunning, with plenty of opportunities for lovely walks, especially with the dog. The combination of peace, space, the river, and the beautiful scenery made this location truly special for us.

  What disappointed us most was not the location itself, which is absolutely beautiful, but the condition and cleanliness of Benula. Considering the price we paid, we expected a much higher standard. The kitchen had crumbs and coffee stains, there were cobwebs in the rooms and bathroom, and some of the towels did not feel fresh or properly clean. Finding someone else’s fake nail inside the washing machine was particularly unpleasant and frankly disgusting. The property also shows clear signs of overdue maintenance, including peeling paint. For the amount charged, the level of cleanliness and upkeep simply wasn’t good enough.