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8.5

895 reviews

Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

Craigellachie Guest House Main Street, Carrbridge, PH23 3AS, United Kingdom

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Skiing

Free parking

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Bar

Parking On Site

Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel is a 3-star retreat in Carrbridge, United Kingdom, just 0mi from the town center. Address: Craigellachie Guest House, Main Street. Breakfast is offered, and the property has earned 895 reviews, with prices starting from $366 per night.

Featured amenities include skiing, free parking on site, and pet-friendly (free) policies, plus a restaurant, free Wifi, and free meeting/banquet facilities. The property also offers a bar, non-smoking rooms, free kids' meals, free toiletries, and a bathtub, with an airport shuttle available for an extra charge.

Located in Carrbridge, United Kingdom, on Main Street, just 0mi from the city center. Reviews: 895; Price starts from $366.

Set on Main Street just 0mi from the town center, this Carrbridge retreat makes it easy to stroll to local shops and sights. Breakfast is served to start the day, and pets can stay for free, making it simple to bring along a four-legged friend. On-site parking is free, and free Wifi keeps connections smooth, while a restaurant and bar cover meals and evening breaks. For business or special gatherings, free meeting/banquet facilities help the plan come together, and an airport shuttle is available for a small extra charge if travel needs arise.

Dining is built in with the on-site Cairn Hotel restaurant offering British cuisine, a convenient stop after a day of exploring. A bar invites a relaxed wind-down, and in-room touches include free toiletries and a bathtub; non-smoking rooms and free kids’ meals add extra comfort for families. Flexible payment options include cash and major cards like Visa, American Express, and Mastercard, keeping payment simple for travelers arriving from near or far.

Room choices span a broad spectrum, from Budget and Economy options to Standard, Deluxe, and Superior layouts, with doubles, twins, and family configurations to suit different groups. Some layouts feature private bathrooms, while others offer shared facilities such as Economy or Standard with a Shared Bathroom. A Family room can accommodate up to 8 adults and 4 children, with bunk bed setups available, making it easy to bring the whole crew along for the adventure.

Closest airports

Inverness Dalcross Airport

19.9mi

Aberdeen International Airport

60.8mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Free parking

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Bar

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Kids' meals

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Family Room in Cairn Hotel

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Family

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

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The family room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, heating and a TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Budget Twin Room in Cairn Hotel

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Budget, 2 Single

2 Twin Beds

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

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This twin room has 2 single beds, a wardrobe and bathrobes. It has a private shower room.

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Economy, 1 Bed

Free wifi

Tea/Coffee maker

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The single room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, parquet floors, heating, as well as a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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Room - 3 Bed

Tea/Coffee maker

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The single room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, heating and a TV. The unit has 3 beds.

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Superior, 1 Bed

Tea/Coffee maker

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The single room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Double Room in Cairn Hotel

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

Free toiletries

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This double room has an private bathroom.

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Room - 1 Bed, Shared Bathroom

Free wifi

Tea/Coffee maker

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The single room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This single room has parquet floors, heating and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Large Double Room - single occupancy in Cairn Hotel

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Double Room, Single Use

1 Double Bed

Wifi

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Cairn Hotel

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Deluxe, Single

1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room in Cairn Hotel

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

Free toiletries

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Superior Single Room - single occupancy in Cairn Hotel

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Superior, Double, Single Use

1 Double Bed

Wifi

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Room - 1 Double

Free wifi

Tea/Coffee maker

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The unit offers 1 bed.

Guest reviews

8.5

895 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Alan

10

July 2025

Perfect for our logistical circumstances. The hotel is spotlessly clean prepared beyond our expectations. Liam met us on arrival and arranged everything we required, including dining room and bar support. The waiting staff were attentive and knowledgable on the menu and directed us to ensure we had the best to suit our preferences. Parking was better than anyone could hope for and the time from leaving our car to entering our room could easily be measured in seconds and not minutes. The overall ambience of the hotel was way above any expectations and we will certainly return and recommend it to everyone in our sphere of influence. Breakfast was again superb. The owner, Gareth, took our order and ensured we had everything we asked for and more besides. This hotel is one of those secret locations you seek out and rarely find. 10/10.

I honestly cannot think of a negative at all.

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Katie

10

April 2025

The hotel is easy to find, staff were very friendly, room was really good size and clean and had a welcoming feel. Free onsite parking. Little touches in the room like local bottled water and Scottish biscuits. I loved how welcome they made my little dog. Breakfast was included, but I didn't have it as I was out before it was served and back after it was finished. But it was a fantastic price even without the food. There was lots of lovely places within walking distance to visit, but I used it as a bit of a base to go further a field. I would definitely book it again. Thank you for having us.

My only complaint would be the key ring on the room key! It was huge, I mean, you can't lose it, so I get why they have used it, but from a practical point where to put it? It luckily just fit in my pocket and no more. Nothing else what so ever was wrong with my stay, and I feel silly for mentioning the keyring, but if no one says you'll never know.

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Margaret

10

April 2025

We were a bit stuck trying to find accommodation in Inverness that wasn't astronomically priced due to an event. Found Cairn Lodge that didn't require us to have a mortgage for an overnight stay and it was a good find. Really friendly staff and lovely food. We had some dinner and the breakfast and it was definitely all freshly cooked and very good indeed. We had a budget twin room and it was clean, warm, comfy beds and certainly worth it for what we paid. Tea, coffee, water, caramel logs and TV. We had a separate private bathroom for the room, just across the hall, and I was delighted to discover some lovely fluffy bathrobes in the wardrobes for the hop across the hall which I thought was a great touch. Great value, good food lovely area and very friendly.

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Alona

10

April 2025

Best of the best of your traditional down-to-earth no frills hospitality. Love the wee room, exceptional location, super friendly staff, excellent local food at the bar and generous delicious breakfast on a quiet morning. The bed is comfy and the room has everything one might need for a stay. This was my second stay and I will be back again. Highly recommend.

The property is not new, so there are some things that come with age of the building, like squeaky floors and door, some mouldy bits in the bathroom, but this is all so minor and even adds to the charm of the place.

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Ivy

8.2

September 2024

This traditional hotel in Carrbridge is a little difficult to describe. While we enjoyed our stay and we were comfortable here, there were some things we didn't like. The food was really good and breakfast service was good. We had dinner in the bar next to the crackling fireplace one night. Beds were comfortable and clean, with lovely wool covers.

Overall the place feels worn and could use a refresh. The bathroom was fine but the furniture, flooring, and common areas felt old and tired. There were little things like a broken doorknob and gouges in the walls that made it feel less nice. There's a pervasive smell of wood smoke and food throughout. Our clothes, coats, and even pajamas smelled like a camp cabin after two nights here. The place is lower priced than most in the area. It's not bad but I don't think we'd stay there again.

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Sadie

8.2

May 2025

The staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was delicious with a good selection. The meals were very tasty if a bit on the pricey side. The hotel is nicely situated with a few shops close by and within walking distance to the train station. Surrounded by woods and walking paths.

The bathroom could have been cleaner, old cobwebs at the window and the shower was a bit grubby around the sealant. The shower door didn't stay closed properly and the fan didn't work.

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Peter

10

April 2025

Booked Cairn at last minute as I had to drop off urgently required spare parts on Saturday to north of Inverness and was not able to drive all the way back south . Welcome was prompt and very friendly . I could not have been made more welcome . I requested a quiet room , and my request was granted . I said I would be leaving before the 07.00 breakfast and I was offered breakfast to be left out for me or would I like a packed lunch instead . Never been offered such good service anywhere in any country.

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Margaret

9.1

May 2025

The hotel is a cute little pub accommodation. The room while being basic was clean, comfortable and well appointed. The pub was great. It was busy with friendly helpful staff. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The breakfast was cooked to order and very good.

The bathroom needed an update but was clean and roomy. It was a little noisy at night from pub patrons outside but that's to be expected when you book this type of accommodation and it didn't prevent us sleeping.

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Norman

9.1

April 2025

Carrbridge is a good place as it is central to all aspects of the highlands for me. The breakfast is good with plenty of choice. all the staff are friendly and helpful. The locals are friendly and welcoming.

The room (Ryvuoan) was a little on the small size. The mirror for shaving is way too low. The motorcycle park was not cleared as was instructed when booking room.

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Alona

10

April 2024

Everything was exceptionally good. The hotel has such a good atmosphere, a very traditional hospitality, comfy and clean room. The food at the pub is very good, locally sourced and made fresh to order, and a fab selection of beverages. A very nice atmosphere at the pub, with crackling fire and a nice chat with folk. The breakfast is generous and hearty, will definitely keep you going for a full day of adventures. The room is cozy and just the right temperature, the bed is comfy and the shower is warm. I absolutely loved staying there, and would be back for sure.

Nothing really. There were some small details (like a tv remote needed a good wipe), and a bit more information about the room on booking.com, but this is nothing compared to the wonderful stay I had.

Points of Interest Around Cairn Hotel

Attractions

Cairngorms National Park

11.7mi

Clava Cairns

16.3mi

Culloden Battlefield

17.1mi

Cawdor Castle and Gardens

17.2mi

Glenlivet Distillery

18.3mi

Inverness Castle

20.3mi

Great Glen Way

20.4mi

River Ness (Abhainn Nis)

20.4mi

Old High Church (Old High St. Stephen’s)

20.6mi

Cardhu Distillery

21.7mi

Fort George

22.9mi

Loch Ness

23.2mi

Urquhart Castle (Caisteal na Sròine)

23.6mi

Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition

25mi

Glen Ord Distillery

29.6mi

Restaurants

Cairn Hotel

Cuisines

  • British

Amenities of Cairn Hotel

Skiing

Free parking

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Bar

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Kids' meals

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Cairn Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property