Standard Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
Guest house · Inverness · Highlands
The Waverley Guest House
A 3-star guest house on Union Street in the heart of Inverness.
- 5-minute walk to Eastgate Shopping Centre
- 30 rooms with city views
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
5.6
Needs improvement
3036 reviews
Booking.com 5.6 · 3036 reviews
About
The Waverley Guest House
The Waverley Guest House sits on Union Street in central Inverness, a short walk from Eastgate Shopping Centre and about 20 minutes from Ness Islands. The 30-room property keeps things straightforward: heating, flat-screen TVs, kettles and ironing facilities in each room, with views over the city.
Run as a no-frills guest house, it covers the basics well. Check-in runs from 3pm to 10pm, breakfast is continental, and there's luggage storage plus 24-hour security. The property is smoke-free and pets are not allowed.
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Central location — A 5-minute walk from Eastgate Shopping Centre and close to the train and bus stations, restaurants and the castle.
- Comfortable beds — Guests repeatedly praised the beds as comfortable, with several calling them exceptionally comfortable.
- Helpful staff — Staff are described as obliging and friendly, willing to switch rooms when needed.
- Good value — Rooms from £45 per night, with one guest calling it good value for money.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Mixed room quality — Rooms score 5.8 in the rating categories, and some guests noted noise from neighbouring rooms, though staff offered to switch.
- Modest value score — Value rates 5.5, so while the price is low, guests may expect a fairly basic experience.
- Limited breakfast — Breakfast is described as regular continental – fine for a quick start, but nothing extensive.
- No pets — The property does not allow pets, and smoking is prohibited on site.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Standard Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
Standard Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
Standard Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Heating
Standard Triple Room
- 3 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
Standard Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Heating
Deluxe King Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
Standard Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Heating
Standard Triple Room
- 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
- Shower
- Heating
Standard Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
In-room
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Carpeted floor
Food & drink
- Special diet menus
Family
- Cots
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 5.6/10 from 3,036 reviews
Booking.com · 5.6 · 3036 reviews
5.6Verified guest“Right in the centre of Inverness – location is everything.”
5.6Verified guest“Brilliant spot above a Chinese restaurant, very close to the railway station and the lively city centre at night.”
5.6Verified guest“Stayed one night; the bed was really comfortable after a long day. I asked for extra tea bags and got them – a small touch that made my evening.”
5.6Verified guest“Standard continental breakfast, nothing more.”
5.6Verified guest“Exceptionally comfortable bed, clean and fairly quiet room. Nice extras like climate control and tea and coffee; staff were very obliging. Location was superb – next to restaurants, the train and bus stations, town centre and castle. Lettuce Eat, a local fast food place, was a 5-minute walk away.”
5.6Verified guest“Excellent central location, a few minutes from the station. Clean room, comfortable, friendly hosts, and great wi-fi.”
04 — Location
Getting around Inverness
The property sits in Inverness.
Shopping: Eastgate Shopping Centre is a 5-minute walk away.
Parks: Ness Islands is about a 20-minute walk from the guest house.
Transport: Inverness railway station and bus station are within easy walking distance.
Dining: A Chinese restaurant operates below the property, and Lettuce Eat is a 5-minute walk for fast food.
25 Union Street, Inverness, Highlands, IV1 1QA, United Kingdom
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-22:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 34 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out is at 10:00.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a continental breakfast is served.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at the guest house.
Is there parking on site?
The property does not list parking as an amenity, so guests should plan for alternative arrangements.
Does the guest house have Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
Can I store my luggage?
Yes, luggage storage is available.
The bottom line
A no-nonsense central guest house for travellers who want to be in the middle of Inverness without paying for frills.
5.6Best for short stays and those prioritising location.
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