RSPB Loch Ruthven
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Overview
This beautiful, tranquil loch is fringed by sedges and birch woods. Visit us in early spring, when the rare Slavonian grebe looks its best in gorgeous red and golden plumage; the jewel of the Highland Lochs. Spend time in the hide and watch their fascinating behaviour. While you’re here you’ll also see ospreys, divers and toads.
About the area
Apart from the Orkneys and the Shetlands, Highland is Scotland’s northernmost county. Probably its most famous feature is the mysterious and evocative Loch Ness, allegedly home to an ancient monster that has embedded itself in the world’s modern mythology, and the region’s tourist industry.
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Loch Ness Lodge
Loch Ness Lodge enjoys a prominent position overlooking the loch of the same name, and all of the individually designed bedrooms have great views. Bedrooms are of the highest standard, ...
Heathcote B&B
Only a few minutes' walk from the Eden Court Theatre and the centre of Inverness, Heathcote B&B is ideally situated for touring, whether you're searching for the Loch Ness monster or do...
Ness Walk Hotel
Ness Walk is a 15-minute walk from the city centre. The hotel is built around a 19th-century house with a newer building blending in to give guests the best of both worlds. Bedrooms cat...
Rocpool Reserve Hotel
Rocpool Reserve is a beautiful townhouse hotel in a great location in a residential area close to the city centre. A high level of personal service is offered, and bedrooms provide luxu...
Glenmoriston Town House Hotel
Bold contemporary designs blend seamlessly with the classical architecture of this stylish hotel which is situated on the banks of the River Ness. Delightful day rooms include a well-st...
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, World Hotels Distinctive
The Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel and Spa is set on the north side of the River Ness, close to the Eden Court theatre and a short walk from the town centre, this hotel has a conte...
Royal Highland Hotel
Built in 1858 adjacent to the railway station, the Royal Highland Hotel has a typically grand Victorian foyer with comfortable seating. The contemporary ASH Brasserie and bar is a refre...
Bunchrew House Hotel
Overlooking Beauly Firth, this impressive mansion house dates from the 17th century, being completed in 1621 by Simon the eighth Lord Lovat. It retains much of its original character no...
