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Reviews of The Lovat, Loch Ness 4 stars

Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, PH32 4DU, United Kingdom

#1 of 8 hotels in Fort Augustus

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 162 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    8.0
    The two nights we stayed were restful and great views to wake up to.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not you fault but travel to and from Skye was long.

    Location with the views. The complimentary Scottish tradition of cookies was an unexpected and surprising gift. The toiletries were good.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Loft room with Loch Ness view
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I cannot justify the breakfast as I eat very little in the morning. Room facilities were excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner which was well balanced.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Master Room with Loch Ness View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Room had no AC and the windows did not have screens. It would have been nice to have screens to prevent insects from entering.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    10
    Lovely location, helpful staff, delicious food and great bicycle storage!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We enjoyed the high touch, intentional experience but some may think it fussy.

    We stayed in one of the garden rooms apart from the main hotel which gave us an outdoor table and chairs which we enjoyed for a takeaway lunch and relaxing with tea as well as space to load and unload bicycles. Garden rooms are not large, but very well appointed and comfortable. Staff are friendly and attentive and food is delicious. For cyclists, there is a secure (shelter locks plus racks to lock bikes to) purpose built shelter with charging points for e-bikes.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location, quite and peaceful. We Had a garden room with little private outside seating area. Ideal for smokers. Very clean rooms. Staff were excellent.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No dislikes

    Quiet, the hotel lobby was gorgeous our room was not in the main hotel which was fine it made access easier to the car for luggage and it was very peaceful.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2025

    10
    Great expirience, fantastic building and outstanding restaurant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Master Room with Loch Ness View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gem in very small and cozy Fort Augustus. Facilities and the building itself create warm atmosphere and bring you a feeling of Scot’s coorie. Unexpectedly, the restaurant of the place turned to be haute cuisine experience with great cooking skills of chef, taste of local products and great wine pairing. Loved it! Loved Lov-at:)

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Master Room with Loch Ness View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I received an email from Mia late morning confirming our stay and arrival time. She also made us dinner reservations. Once we arrived we were greeted with hot toddies in the sitting room. Mia brought us up to our beautiful room a bit later where we had a great view of Loch Ness. We later had an absolutely amazing dinner with exceptional service. I can't say enough about The Lovat and highly recommend you book your stay here!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    10
    Lovely!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Loft room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My only suggestion would be some sort of blackout covering for the windows. I had a sleep mask and that doesn’t bother me at all but some people need it completely dark to sleep. Just a suggestion, my sleep was perfect!

    The location was perfect to walk around and to get to our Loch Ness cruise. The breakfast was wonderful! Nothing was missing. The staff were kind and welcoming. The room had everything you needed from a fan, umbrella, and a yoga mat! Perfect

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2025

    9.0
    Best place to stay in the Caledonean Canal
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Loft room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would have appreciated to have the chance to dine ‘a la carte’ in the restaurant.

    Cosy hotel to enjoy the taste of the scottish cottages. Rooms are fully equiped and comfortable. Very clean and quiet, and staff is adorable. Reading room with the fire place to enjoy a glass of whiskey. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    9.0
    Best meal ever!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing stands out- it’s well located, plenty of parking and rooms were fine. Bathrooms were actually really good - bedroom area was small and perhaps could do with a makeover. Nothing wrong, just a bit bland

    We were in the rooms away from the main house but they were fine if a little snugger than expected. The truly amazing thing was the food - omg you have to eat here! I could not believe how incredible the meal was - we have had the good fortune to eat in several top restaurants around the world and this was easily on a par with the best of them! Everyone needs to go try this food even if you don’t stay in the hotel.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2025

    9.0
    Charming, comfortable hotel in a central location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Master Room with Loch Ness View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Sad to have missed the restaurant dinner experience as it is only open 5 of 7 days

    Nice, spacious comfortable room. General ambiance of hotel and public rooms. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast with an innovative menu.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    8.0
    Great staff but not worth the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Master Room with Loch Ness View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Overpriced

    Staff were great particularly Mia on reception.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    9.0
    Perfect place to destress
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Loft room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    With the price we paid, could've got a complimentary breakfast at a similar property

    Loved the location and the serenity

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Master Room with Loch Ness View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant was outstanding

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2025

    10
    Genuinely a fabulous place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like it was fabulous

    Everything from arrival met with a hot toddy, the staff were so attentive and genuine. Nothing was to much trouble. The room was fabulous infact beyond excellent it was spectacular. Breakfast was tasty and perfection. The hotel is beautiful but also the staff make the stay amazing . They make you feel like at home.xx thankyou for an amazing.stay and all of your help and care xx

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    only issue was the room was too hot!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2024

    10
    Excellent hotel and superb accomodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Loft room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    excellent service, wonderful accomodation

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Loft room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was quite small. Would book a bigger room in future

    The food was amazing. Staff were very friendly and helpful

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay in Fort Augustus
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not sure there was anything

    Great staff very helpful great service

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hotel, did the job. in the center of town. close to the loch so easy to access after rowing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Dinner was an issue as the restuarant is always fully booked, Bar menu had closed as I arrived late due to a 2 hour traffic jam caused by an accident on the A9. Hotel was not flexible even though I called whilst stuck in the jam as i had no idea of arrival time Room took some time to find the main light switch as i was in disabled room so switch was low down behind curtains

    Breakfast was good. Staff very helpful and friendly Disabled bathroom very spacious Lounge with fireplace was great! Excellent cocktails

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Master Bedroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No wardrobe, bedroom small, meals very expensive. Not good value for money.

    Location. Very comfortable bed

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    8.0
    A grand house in a convenient and attractive location. High end food options.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    First I made a mistake in choosing a “garden room” which really was set up for dog owners. Very helpful staff were happy to move us to the main house. The evening dinner was too expensive for us, but lots of local pubs. It’s an expensive stay if you’re not going to use the lovely lounges. The bedroom didn’t justify the cost.

    A fine house with beautiful lounges and a fabulous breakfast.

    Stayed in September 2024

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