Our two bedroom apartment was the highlight of our two week vacation. Absolutely no convenience was forgotten. The kitchen had all the dishes, utensils, cookware and included a water boiler, toaster and microwave. The dishwasher worked great and a welcome basket was provided. We were very happy with the large bathrooms and great bed linens. Upon arrival our lovely host gave a thorough tour of the grounds and abbey, she was so welcoming. My husband & I really want to return to stay longer now that we know how centrally located Fort Augustus is in the Highlands. Our apartment was the original Captains Quarters and in the Old School section of the Abbey. Staying there was so convenient, literally you can walk to many restaurants and there's loads of parking on the grounds of The Highland Club. We took the high speed boat trip, located just outside the gates across Loch Ness, it was thrilling. We cannot wait to return to this magical place.
Firstly, my husband and I are not fussy people. Like others have stated, yes it’s a contactless checkin. You will be emailed a code. Rooms are named after sites of interest. Also there is a ventilation problem in the bathrooms. You can also hear people walking around at time, which I feel happens at most places people stay. We had a comfortable bed, slept well. It’s a very easy walk into Fort Augustus. Make reservations for supper. We would stay here again.
What a wonderful place to stay. The rooms modern and spacious with towels, tea and coffee and hair dryer provided. The rooms were warm, and had lovely window views of Fort Augustus. The little outside space is a wonderful addition to the room, with tables and chairs which looks over the canal. The communication was 10/10 and you had every detail needed upon arrival. You are right in the centre of the village. With a few places to choose from to eat, all of which looked fab. We ate at the Bothy which had wonderful service and sold great pub grub, and was family friendly. There is a petrol station near by with a shop for anything extra you might want. During the day there are lots of lovely places to have lunch and grab a coffee from. We are in the Canal cafe which was lovely breakfast and coffee and a delightful shop too. We also had soup and a panini in little café opposite which was lovely too. I would throughly recommend using the cruise Loch Ness boat trip from here too. The tour guides were fab and the trip lasted a good 50 min. You can grab a drink and snack on this trip too. Parking - there is a car park near by. However, opposite the hotel is marked parking which is free to use.
The original Rokeby Manor tried to recreate a Victorian English hotel in colonial India, and now this venture attempts to mimic that experience in Scotland. It's a slightly odd combination, in that there's not a Brit in sight; the reception staff appear to be Canadian while the kitchen and serving staff hail (it seems) from the Punjab. Heaven knows about the employment law ramifications of that, but they can certainly serve a decent curry - albeit one at twice the price it should be, really. Right by the A87, there'd be no reason to stay for more than one night but it's peaceful enough to leave one well-rested for onward travel.