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About the Hotel

8 \/ 8A Bruce Gardens, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV3 5EN

Accommodation Options

Alban and Abbey House offers 16 en suite rooms including single, double, twin, family of 4, and quadruple configurations. All rooms include Freeview TV, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryers, and high-speed WiFi. Single rooms feature a single bed with en suite shower room in the Victorian Abbey House building. Double and twin rooms are available in both the old and new building sections, with twin rooms containing two single beds. The quadruple room includes a private entrance and sofa.

Dining Availability

The property operates on a room-only basis with no onsite meals provided. Multiple cafes and restaurants serving hot and cold breakfast are located within a 10-minute walk, including options at the Eastgate Shopping Centre located 15 minutes away on foot.

Location & Surroundings

Situated at 8 Bruce Gardens in Inverness, the guesthouse is 1 km from Caledonian Canal and 1.2 km from River Ness. Nearby landmarks include Inverness Town House (0.5 km), Flora Macdonald statue (0.5 km), Falcon Square (1 km), Old Kirk Yard (1 km), Inverness Cathedral (1.5 km), and Eden Court Inverness (1.5 km). Local activities include golf at Torvean Golf Club and Muir of Ord Golf Club.

Guest Services

Check-in is conducted offsite at the sister property Ardross Glencairn at 19 Ardross Street, located 300 yards away. One owner lives onsite at Alban and Abbey House for guest inquiries during stays. Free off-street parking is available. Information on local attractions and a map of Inverness are displayed in both properties. The property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Property Overview

Operated by Rowan Guest House Group, Alban and Abbey House consists of both Victorian and newer buildings. The property does not accept bookings for group events, stag/bachelor, or hen/bachelorette parties. A 2-day notice is required before check-in date. Extra items are available upon request from reception.

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2 persons

130 sq. feet

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Double Room

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2 persons

130 sq. feet

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Twin Room

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2 persons

130 sq. feet

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Getting around

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City Centre

Inverness1400 ft

Airports

Inverness (INV) 10.2 mi

Train

Inverness Railway Station3300 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

8 \/ 8A Bruce Gardens, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV3 5EN

Map view

8 \/ 8A Bruce Gardens, Inverness, United Kingdom, IV3 5EN

City landmarks

Castle

Inverness Castle

1.3 mi

Landmark

River Ness

1.1 mi

Museum

Inverness Museum and Art Gallery

1.2 mi

Event hall

Eden Court Inverness

4600 ft

Church

Inverness Cathedral

1.0 mi

Art object

Flora Macdonald statue

2100 ft

Landmark

Greig Street Bridge

4500 ft

Market

Victorian Market

1.1 mi

Landmark

Inverness Town House

2300 ft

Garden

Inverness Botanic Gardens

1.1 mi

Landmark

Ness Islands

1.4 mi

Landmark

Falcon Square

3300 ft

Gallery

Scottish Flair Art Gallery

2400 ft

Landmark

Torvean Golf Club

3800 ft

Church

St Mary's Catholic Church

4900 ft

Church

Old High St Stephen's Church

1.1 mi

Museum

Highland Archive Centre

4500 ft

Landmark

Inverness Ice Centre

1.0 mi

Landmark

The Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre

1.0 mi

Store

Judith Glue

2100 ft

Gallery

Castle Gallery

1.2 mi

Shopping Area

Eastgate Shopping Centre

1.3 mi

Gym

Inverness Leisure

1.1 mi

Landmark

Inverness Floral Hall

1.2 mi

Park

Whin Park

1.4 mi

Nearby

Church

Old Kirk Yard

1400 ft

St Andrew's Cathedral

1200 ft

Garden

Cavell Gardens

3900 ft

Unnamed Road

Knocknagael Boar Stone

600 ft

1 Ness Bank

Ness Bank Church

1800 ft

Restaurants

Annabella's cafe

1.0 mi

3 Tomnahurich Street

Glenalbyn Bar

1.0 mi

2-4 Young Street

The Caledonian

1.2 mi

9 High Street The Caledonion Bar

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Bill

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.2/10

I had a great stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean and well-equipped, the service was top-notch, and the location was just perfect. However, the dining options were a bit limited. Overall, good value for the price.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy and equipped with little extras like tea and coffee. The en suite bathroom was nice and everything was cleaned to a high standard.

Service

9.0

The customer service was excellent, very attentive and welcoming.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located close to the city center, making it easy to get around. The peaceful area provided a relaxing stay.

Dining

7.0

The included dining was satisfactory, but I wished for more variety, especially when it comes to fries.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.

clean

limited dining options

Susan

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.2/10

This hotel offers a great value for money with its clean rooms, friendly service, and convenient location close to the town center and shops. The dining experience is satisfactory, and the facilities meet expectations.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are cleaned to a high standard, providing good value for money. They come with a nice en suite bathroom and modern amenities.

Service

9.0

The customer service is excellent, with attentive and friendly staff members.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a nice quiet neighborhood, making it easy to reach the city center and close to various shops and restaurants.

Dining

7.0

The dining options include some meat and fish dishes, offering a decent selection for guests.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided meet expectations, contributing to a comfortable stay.

Patrick

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with good basic amenities at great value. The service provided is excellent. The location is near the city center and close to restaurants, making it convenient for guests. The dining experience features delicious Indian dishes. However, the facilities are somewhat limited.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are cleaned to a high standard and provide good basic amenities with modern bathrooms.

Service

9.0

The customer service is top-notch.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the city center with easy access to restaurants and free parking.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience includes delightful Indian dishes.