Reviews of Alba b & b
14 Culcabock Road, Inverness, IV2 3XQ, United Kingdom
#37 of 114 B&Bs and Inns in Inverness
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 489 B&B reviews
9.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.5
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Location
8.9
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Facilities
9.3
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Staff
9.7
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Value for money
9.6
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Free WiFi
9.5
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Paul
United Kingdom23 reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Everything! wonderful hosts , very pleasant and welcoming and accommodating . I had an ensuite room , bed very comfortable, tea and coffee facilities in room. Breakfast each morning was delicious, many options and freshly cooked . Location approximately 15 mins pleasant walk into town centre which was perfect for me. All in all, great value for money and I would happily return .
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Carol
United Kingdom24 reviews1 helpful vote10“A great find”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It's a little out of town, particularly if you are carrying luggage but don't let that put you off, because the welcome is worth the walk.
A great place to stay. Warm welcome. Nothing too much trouble and everything you need for an enjoyable stay is awaiting you. Every detail has been considered. If you're having breakfast allow yourself an hour in order to enjoy all that is offered:, the variety and choice is amazing.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 24 May 2024
John
Australia3 reviews10“Friendly helpful”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Andrew
United Kingdom30 reviews8.0“Recommended.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Shared bathroom but tbf I was aware when booked.
Pleasant hosts. Clean. Local pub inc food.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Carol
United Kingdom18 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast excelleny
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Catherine
United Kingdom5 reviews10“Amazing find”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
Great size 20min walk from town Very clean Great staff
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Hannah
New Zealand4 reviews10“The hosts are such genuine and lovely people. I would absolutely stay here again”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Lovely place and room is so well set out with bed, sitting chairs, tv and tea and coffee making options
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Chris
United States22 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Our hosts were so helpful! Last stay for us walking on the West Highland and Grest Glen ways, and one of our favorites.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Glen
United Kingdom21 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Very good value short stay at Alba B&B”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
There is nothing that I did not like.
Comfortable, clean, friendly and thoroughly pleasant the property has a good location within a fairly short walking distance of the town centre. Owner was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good. Faultless and I would stay here again.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Katie
United States19 reviews10“Amazing stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The hosts John and Sue were so kind! They made it exceptionally great to stay here. Breakfast was also delicious!
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Larisa
Canada14 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Very good.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Wonderful breakfast, good location.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Pichot
France4 reviews10“Friendly and amazing stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpfull. Many breakfast options. We even got recommendation of restaurant or places to visit. The place is quite, the shared spaces are clean, there's a spot in the bedromm with tea, coffee and other thing to drink and eat. We had a few problem with our car (rented) and they helped a lot. We'll come back for sure ! Thanks again !
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Victoria
United Kingdom8 reviews10“Just one night en route to Orkney . Perfect at a reasonable price”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Comfortable
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Henning
Germany84 reviews8 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very good breakfast, great hosts, great rooms, walkable to downtown and easy parking. Great
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Colin
United Kingdom10 reviews2 helpful votes10“The location is great with there being a 20 minute walk into the heart of Inverness. Breakfast is exceptional!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The room was clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Ralph
United Kingdom6 reviews10“Relaxing and informative”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The only niggle was the sound of the road at night that I could hear from the room.
Spotlessly clean with all amenities. John and Susan the hosts were so friendly with advice about the local area. The breakfast was first class.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Margit
United Kingdom15 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The location was a bit of a walk from the city centre. Ordinarily we would have happily done the 20 minute walk into the city, but we had been cycling all day and were ready for a rest. The pub across the road served food and saved the day 😊
The room was very clean and well equipped. We were made very welcome and were able to store our bicycles safely in John's garage. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 April 2024
David
United Kingdom6 reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Was happy with all aspects.
Everything that I could have wanted was there, a thoroughly enjoyable stay.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Blandine
France40 reviews7 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Everything was perfect! We were warmly welcomed, the room is lovely, clean, with everything you need (tea, coffee, shortbreads, shower gel, shampoo, toothbrush etc), TV with lots of DVD available. Bed is comfortable. Access to microwave and fridge The breakfast was huge, traditional scottish breakfast so we tried the haggis. It is 20min walk from the City Center in quiet streets. We definitely recommand this B&B and will come back !
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Theodore
Canada11 reviews2 helpful votes10“Comfortable, neat, attention to detail, very clean”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I prefer a firm bed.
Very clean, organized, friendly,
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Simran
United Kingdom1 review10“Thank you so much for the warm and lovely stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing! It was perfect!
From cleanliness to hosts, everything was beyond perfect! I and my friend stayed at their place on 27th-28th March. Our hosts sue and her partner were super warm, welcoming and helpful. They went above and beyond to make the stay for me and my friend memorable. They helped us with our early check in request to making sure we are well fed and ready for our trip in Inverness.the room had all the amenities you could think of and the place was sparkling clean! Next time would not look for any place else whenever I’m in Inverness! Thank you very much!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Violetta
United Kingdom16 reviews1 helpful vote10“Cosy place and warm welcome”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was great. Will be back to look for Callum
Everything was stunning. Super comfortable and cosy. I lacked for nothing. Delicious breakfast, and really appreciated the generous takeaway breakfast as well - amazing scrambled eggs!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Vivian
Australia79 reviews4 helpful votes8.0“Great! Awesome BnB!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything is clean and good working order, bathroom is modern, great location right opposite a local pub and 25 min walk into the city. Breakfast was fantastic!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Bernd
Germany11 reviews1 helpful vote10“Perfect for visiting Inverness”- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
🤷🏼♂️ Everything was top!
Breakfirst was sooo perfect
Stayed in March 2024
