Dornoch Castle Hotel 
Castle Street (Dornoch) IV25 3SD
A 500-year-old converted Scottish castle, this hotel is set in the centre of Durnoch, opposite a 13th-century cathedral. It boasts period features throughout the property, as well as fine dining and quiet walled gardens.
Bright rooms all have a TV, tea/coffee and a private bathroom, whilst some also include a seating area and a four-poster bed. Many rooms have views of the hotel’s walled garden, Dornoch Firth or Dornoch Cathedral.
The award-winning Garden Restaurant has original 15th-century stone walls and wooden floors. It offers traditional Scottish dishes using local produce including local seafood, Aberdeen Angus beef and Highland venison.
Dornoch Castle Hotel is a 15-minute walk from the seashore and 10 minutes’ walk away is Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Pubs and restaurants are just a few minutes’ walk.
Score from 175 reviews
Exceptional
8.3/10
Rooms: 24
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Address: Castle Street, Dornoch IV25 3SD 
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loved the hotel's interior, room facilities and dining room staff were very friendly. Food was reasonably priced and good. Location was good mix of close to main roads and country stay. Situated in lovely quaint town. The friendliness and helpfulness of all the staff. The meals were of a very high standard.The room was pretty and the en-suite nice. The people who checked us in and out were very friendly and nice. all reviews »
Good ambiance, building had character, comfortable room, staff helpful food good very pleasant location. The four poster bed was a new experience. we have stayed at this hotel on two previous occassions and found the food and service to be good with the log fire being a bonus.The breakfasts and evening meals were very good. The food was lovely. All 6 of us agreed.outside sitting area. View from room, size of room, location. Nice location, good food. The bar and restaurant staff were not as friendly and professional as would be expected in a hotel/restaurant of this caliber.There was alot of noise from the bathroom of the room next door. This was very noisy during the night, taps and flushing of toilet could quite clearly be heard. Access to our bedrooms was through the restaurant. Our rooms were smalland very average. Nothing "castle-like" about the experience there.Dining room was shabby and dull and nothing like the "Garden Restaurant"described in the website. The noise during the night was verydisturbing.bar too small restricted menu if staying for more than one night. reception poor - no help with cases. Reluctant to bring pot of tea to room. out of stock of several drinks in bar. Small room, over priced.
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Dornoch Castle Hotel Room information
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Single Room
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Bright rooms all have a TV, tea/coffee and a private bathroom. Many rooms have views of the hotel’s walled garden, Dornoch Firth or Dornoch Cathedral.
Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Seating Area, Radio, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
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Superior Double/Twin Room
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Bright, spacious rooms within the 15th- and 18th-century sections of the property. Features include a TV, tea and coffee and a private bathroom.
Please inform the hotel of bed preferences on the day of booking.
Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Seating Area, Radio, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath
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Double or Twin Room
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Bright rooms all have a TV, tea/coffee and a private bathroom. Many rooms have views of the hotel’s walled garden, Dornoch Firth or Dornoch Cathedral.
Please inform the hotel of bed preferences on the day of booking.
Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Seating Area, Radio, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bathrobe, Bath or Shower
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Amenities at Dornoch Castle Hotel
Services
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access
Miscellaneous
Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Non-Smoking Rooms, Heating, Bridal Suite, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
General
Parking on-site, Parking , Free Parking
Front-desk/reception area services
Newspapers, Luggage Storage
Food & Drink
Special Diet Menus (on request), Room Service, Restaurant, Packed Lunches, Breakfast details, Bar
Common areas
Outdoor furniture, Garden, Communal lounge/TV room
Cleaning services
Laundry, Ironing Service, Daily maid service
Business facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Activities
Golf Course (within 3 km)
Food & Drink
Dornoch Castle has a growing reputation in Dornoch and further afield, and The Garden Restaurant is now recognised as one of the premier dining venues of the area and has retained Rosette status for the past 3 years.
The head chef prides himself in using local Scottish Highland produce and there are always Scottish seafood dishes on the menu, as well as Aberdeen Angus beef, Highland venison and lamb. The à la carte menu is served in the elegant candle-lit Garden Restaurant overlooking the walled gardens, or for a more informal meal, you can enjoy dinner in front of the roaring log fire.
Still maintaining its 15th century stone walls and wooden floors, the restaurant has been transformed into a comfortable bar and reception.
Hotel information details
Renowned for the best in Scottish hospitality, with a dramatic backdrop of the quaint Market Square in Dornoch, the castle offers a cosy and personable stay.
With such a unique setting, the hotel is the ideal venue for special occasions. A wedding organiser is at hand to assist with every detail of the day – from the meal, drinks and entertainment to the flowers, place cards and hairdresser.
Recommendations are in place for local suppliers for all needs and even some not so local. The hotel can seat up to 90 guests in the pretty, glass-fronted Garden Restaurant for the meal. When the weather is fine, drinks may be taken in the walled garden on the pristine lawn.
Guests can lounge at leisure while the bridal party and photographer take full advantage of the lovely gardens and the old, stone terrace.
Important information to guests
Check-In Information:
If you are due to arrive outside of the hotel’s published check-in times, please contact reception in advance, in order to inform them of your estimated time of arrival. You can contact reception by telephone or via email, using the contact details supplied on your confirmation email.
If you would like to dine please book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Information about the area
Dornoch is a historic small town on the edge of the Dornoch Firth, a designated National Scenic Area in the Highlands of Scotland. Its tranquil location, scenery and climate have attracted visitors for decades. Some come to test their golfing skills on Royal Dornoch's championship course, or to walk and view wildlife in the National Nature Reserve at nearby Loch Fleet. Others simply want to relax and enjoy the laid back atmosphere.
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Dornoch Castle Hotel offers accommodation in Dornoch. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
The rooms include a TV. Some units feature a seating area where you can relax. The rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Dornoch Castle Hotel features free WiFi .
There is room service at the property.
Inverness is 46 km from Dornoch Castle Hotel, while Elgin is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 38 km from the property.
Room information details
All 24 en suite bedrooms are tastefully decorated with a strong emphasis on comfort and tranquillity, yet still maintaining a traditional Baronial home atmosphere.
There are deluxe castle rooms, superior castle rooms and garden rooms, the latter were built in the late 70’s and form the easterly wing of the castle. The hotel has undergone some major refurbishment recently and there are many rooms of individual character.
Most rooms overlook the formal walled gardens and some have wonderful views of the Dornoch Firth and the hills beyond. There are two rooms which have views of Dornoch Cathedral.
Travelling information
By Car:
From Inverness (45 minutes):
- Drive north on the A9 for 43 miles.
- 2 miles north of the Dornoch Firth Bridge, turn right onto the A949.
- It is then 2 miles to Dornoch.
- The castle is on the square opposite the 13th century cathedral.
By Air:
The hotel is 1 hour from Inverness Airport.
By Train:
Trains are available From Inverness to Tain, which is a 10-minute taxi ride from Dornoch.
By Coach:
The coach from Inverness stops just along the street form the hotel.
Dornoch Castle Hotel Policies
Check-in
14:30 - 21:00
Check-out
08:00 - 10:30
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, Solo, Maestro (Switch), MasterCard
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled up to 28 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled up to 14 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy
A fixed amount of GBP 50 per room will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.
VAT and city/tourist taxes
17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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