Inverness-shire is the largest county in Scotland, encompassing the vast beauty of the Highlands, and some of the Hebrides too. Within its boundaries visitors can discover the wild beauty of Uist; the mist-shrouded hills and jagged Cuillins of Skye; the beaches of Harris; the dramatic landscape of the Great Glen, including Loch Ness and Loch Lochy; the Grampians, the Moray Firth, and Ben Nevis. Some of the accommodation options can be found in the region’s centres, like Inverness and Fort William, but this spectacular region is the playground for outdoors adventurers, so many of the best places to stay in Inverness-shire are to be found in remote and picturesque spots with incredible views.
One way to experience Inverness-shire is to drive the North Coast 500 route, a 516 mile journey along the coastline of northern Scotland, starting and ending in Inverness Castle. Another is to hop between its show-stopping attractions: Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, the Glenfinnan Viaduct from Harry Potter, the Great Glen and Ben Nevis. But we recommend a more fluid approach that allows time to stop off in smaller towns, and scenic spots.
As well as being much loved by outdoor types, the region is great for family trips — there are endless attractions geared towards youngsters from wildlife parks to steam trains. It’s also ideal for a romantic getaway — many of the best places to stay in Inverness-shire come with top notch restaurants and impressive collections of whisky. Whatever the reason for your visit, we've a wide choice of accommodations from simple B&Bs and boutique adults-only hideaways to opulent five star castle conversions. Browse our list and start planning!