Melrose Villa
6.8
Good(40 reviews)
35 Kenneth St, Inverness IV3 5DH, United Kingdom
+44 1463 233745
Hotel Description
Melrose Villa, located at 35 Kenneth St, Inverness IV3 5DH, United Kingdom, is a charming Victorian townhouse offering a welcoming and peaceful retreat in the heart of Inverness. Positioned just a 9-minute walk from the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, guests can easily explore the city's rich cultural and historical offerings. The hotel is also conveniently located within walking distance to the Inverness Cathedral and Abertarff House, making it ideal for those wishing to experience the city's heritage. The surrounding area is lively and offers easy access to local attractions, shopping, and entertainment, all while providing a tranquil setting to unwind. Guests will appreciate the cozy and laid-back atmosphere that Melrose Villa exudes, combining classic Victorian architecture with modern-day comforts. The hotel provides 9 relaxed rooms, each thoughtfully designed to ensure a comfortable stay. The rooms are equipped with essential amenities including a TV, DVD player, complimentary Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Guests can choose from rooms with either shared or en suite bathrooms, catering to varying preferences. Children aged 8 and under stay for free, making this hotel a great choice for families. Every morning, guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast to start their day, and the formal dining room provides a pleasant setting for enjoying a meal. While the hotel does not offer fitness or spa facilities, it makes up for it with its relaxing ambiance and convenient location. The property is smoke-free, ensuring a fresh and clean environment for all guests. For those who require connectivity, the hotel provides free Wi-Fi access throughout the premises. Additionally, the hotel offers easy access to public transportation, with the nearest bus and taxi stops located within a short walking distance. Inverness train station is just a 14-minute walk away, making it easy to explore the region further. Inverness Airport is also within a 19-minute taxi ride, offering convenient access to international and domestic flights. When it comes to local activities, Melrose Villa is ideally situated for exploring both the natural beauty and the cultural richness of Inverness. Popular sights like Inverness Castle, a striking 1800s red sandstone fortress, are just a 9-minute walk away. Nature lovers will enjoy the serene Ness Islands, just 6 minutes away, offering tree-filled walking paths and wildlife. Other nearby landmarks include the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, Inverness Cathedral, and the ancient burial sites of Clava Cairns. For dining, guests can indulge in a variety of local restaurants, including Scotch & Rye, a bar and grill just 5 minutes away by taxi, and The Kitchen Restaurant, offering modern British cuisine just 2 minutes away. The Mustard Seed, known for its modern European fare, is also nearby. Melrose Villa’s central location, comfortable amenities, and welcoming environment make it a perfect base for those exploring Inverness. We invite you to experience the charm and comfort of Melrose Villa, where every guest is treated like family.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Walking distance to Inverness Cathedral and Abertarff House
2. 14-minute walk to the nearest train station
3. Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
4. Complimentary breakfast served daily
5. Smoke-free property ensuring a fresh environment
6. Short walk to Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
7. Family-friendly with children aged 8 and under staying free
8. Convenient access to local attractions and transportation
9. 9 relaxed rooms equipped with TVs, DVD players, and tea/coffee facilities
10. Close to restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, including modern British and European options
9.8 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
Inverness Castle
9 min
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery9 min
Inverness Cathedral, dedicated to St Andrew5 min
Ness Islands6 min
Clava Cairns18 min
Nearest locations
Urquhart’s Restaurant
1 min
River House1 min
Hou Hou Mei1 min
The Kitchen Restaurant2 min
The WaterFront2 min
Encore2 min
Rocpool2 min
The Mustard Seed Restaurant3 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 11:00 |
| Location rating | 9.8 |
| Nearest airport | Inverness Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 19 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
$164
$167
$179
$168
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Location
35 Kenneth St, Inverness IV3 5DH, United Kingdom
Airports:
Inverness Airport
Taxi: 19 min
Transit: 20 min
Transit:
Planefield Road
Walking: 5 min
Inverness
Walking: 14 min
Greig Street
Walking: 1 min
Academy Street
Walking: 8 min
Queensgate (Stop B)
Walking: 9 min
Nearby locations
9.8
Exceptional Location
In a Victorian townhouse, this basic hotel is a 9-minute walk from Inverness Museum and Art Gallery and 13 minutes from Inverness train station.
Top Attractions
Top Restaurants
Amenities and Facilities
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Food & drink
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Reviews
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Karima Hammadi
2/5
Very good location in town. Bedding good. But wifi was not working although reported to the security number. Not working for 2 days out of 3 days of stay. The fire alarm went on for 30 minutes. We were directed over the phone to put it off. Not knowing what triggered it and not having an alarm for the night. The living room is packed with furniture and not welcoming. The kitchen is as basic as in a dorms. The cost per night is not cheap. Overall stay not worth the money
David Hamilton
5/5
Very comfortable and efficient stay in Inverness. The room was clean, tidy, and very comfortable. Arrival was seemless, all instructions were given but email ahead of time so everything is self-service without any issues. The cleaning lady was also lovely and very friendly. Would thoroughly recommend!
Room 5
Service 4
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Valerie B
1/5
On arriving my room 8 wasn't made up from previous inhabitant. 17.00 hrs Bed had been used, crumbs on the floor, courtesy tray empty, bathroom towels and mat on floor, not cleaned. Had to email MyStayInn office in Edinburgh. …
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davebirdwatcher
3/5
Very good location, with a short walk into the City. |Parking nearby was not available, but the Cathedral car park was fine less than a 10 minute walk. |Plenty of eating places and pubs along by the river, and Johnny Foxes for live entertainment.
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David C
1/5
I don't like to leave bad reviews generally but I just feel it would be good to leave details here which may help other people choose accommodation.||First of all, I paid £160 for one night, just room and no breakfast. …
rene Mathmann
2/5
I visited the hotel this week for 2 nights.Sadly I found it very laking in basic amenities.First you get send a code to open a small save at the door to get your key. The code we received was wrong and we could not enter the building.The emergency telephone number posted at the door was not picked up after over 5 minutes of trying.We then decided to go to a restaurant and try to get the correct code via mail. Which worked Afer about an hour of mails.We then went into the building and noone was there. We were completely alone in the building. And had to get our key to the room and building via a save at our rooms door.But quiet fast it would become evident, that the room was more suitable for a singe bed, not a double. And therfore it was very hard to move around.At the wall side there was only about 20cm from bed to the wall and on the other side just a tiny bit more.The bathroom sadly had a more or less defect shower. Were the holder for the shower head was broken and would not stay in place when water was turned on. Therfore it was required to hold the shower head while showering otherwise it was not possible to shower at all.The hot water in the sink was even after letting in run for about a minute or two still just as cold as the cold water. Which might explain the decentralized water heating in the shower.The wallpaper in the bathroom and the main room was coming of the wall in many places. And the bedsheets had multiple stains.We contacted management about this and they denied the claims even when shown photo evidence. (see photos below)For the price of a proper hotelroom 117 ponds a night I expect a lot more.At least the cleaning staff was very nice and the communication via email was in most cases quite swiftly followed up upon.All in all I had such a bad experience that I felt the need to leave my very first Google review.
Mohit_Gupta
2/5
I stayed there as a solo traveler in August 2017. The checkin time was 4:30 PM and the host (an old husband) was not at all accommodating in checkin early. However, visiting them second time, the lady obliged and I checked in at around 2 PM. En-suite room was small, authentic, shabby and Victorian. Breakfast was average; hot toast and tea / coffee with cold milk, corn flakes, frozen meat etc. The ambience was not at all welcoming.
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Sal S
2/5
I’ve stayed in a lot of B& B’s but this was a blast from the old fashioned past true Victorian charm or clutter depending on your perspective. Old timey decor is one thing but old timey discomfort is not. …
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Simon E
2/5
Stayed in Melrose "Villa" for a few nights, unfortunately I left it late to book somewhere and this was the only place that wasn't priced stupidly high and that's for a good reason.||Arrived at 4pm and rang the bell, no answer. …
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Nalalover
2/5
The first thing I’d suggest is to make sure you stay in the main part of the house and not the annex. Annex had no WiFi. You have to sit in the main part of the house. …