Dornoch Castle Hotel | Hotel in Dornoch

| 8.2 (1249 Reviews) | Pet Friendly 8 Bathrooms 20 Guests

Hotel in Dornoch

A 500-year-old converted Scottish castle, this hotel is set in the center of Durnoch, opposite a 13th-century cathedral. It features period features throughout the property, as well as fine dining and quiet walled gardens. Bright rooms all have a TV, tea/coffee and a private bathroom, while some also include a seating area and a four-poster bed. Many rooms have views of the hotel’s walled garden, Dornoch Firth or Dornoch Cathedral. The award-winning Garden Restaurant has original 15th-century stone walls and wooden floors. It offers traditional Scottish dishes using local produce including local seafood, Aberdeen Angus beef and Highland venison. Dornoch Castle Hotel is a 15-minute walk from the seashore and 10 minutes’ walk away is Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Pubs and restaurants are just a few minutes’ walk. We allow dogs in our ground floor Garden Standard Rooms. Please advise the hotel after booking if you are bringing your dog. We charge a £15 supplement per dog, per night. We do not allow dogs in our upper floor Garden Standard Rooms or Castle Rooms.

Dornoch Castle Hotel is located in Dornoch.

This 22 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Sports/Activities, Bar, Pet Friendly, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 1249 reviews with the average score of 8.2 . Coming to Dornoch and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 22 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Dornoch. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Dornoch Castle Hotel in Dornoch is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Dornoch Castle Hotel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

Amenities

Parking

Pet Friendly

View

Wheelchair Accessible

Balcony/Terrace

Accessibility

Security/Safety

EV Charge Station

Sports/Activities

Fireplace/Heating

Restaurant

Bar

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Child Friendly

Internet

Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Kids' meals

Restaurant

Wine/Champagne

Special diet meals (on request)

Parking

Street parking

Parking on site

Parking

Private Parking

Free parking

Electric vehicle charging station

Accessibility

Toilet with grab rails

Activities

Horseback riding

Hiking

Golf course (within 2 miles)

Fishing

Entertainment

Board games/Puzzles

General

Facilities for disabled guests

Pet friendly

Heating

Family rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Smoke-free property

Guest Services

Daily housekeeping

Ironing service

Packed lunches

Baggage storage

Shared lounge/TV area

Fax/Photocopying

Laundry

Internet

Wifi

Free Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Terrace

Garden

Security/Safety

Fire extinguishers

Smoke alarms

CCTV outside property

Security alarm

Key access

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Face masks for guests available

First aid kits available

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Pet Policy

Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

If you are due to arrive outside of the hotel’s published check-in times, please contact reception in advance, in order to inform them of your estimated time of arrival. you can contact reception by telephone or via email, using the contact details supplied on your confirmation email, if you would like to dine, please book in advance to avoid disappointment, please note that dogs are only allowed in the following room type: standard double or twin room with garden view.

Reviews

Value for money:

7.74

Location:

9.39

Staff:

9.25

Facilities:

8.18

Comfort:

8.6

Cleanliness:

8.6

Alexander

Apr 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Review Score: 10

USA

Reviewer Type: Family With Children

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Breakfast was a very good and ample continental style breakfast

Negative: The shower in room 12 had an issue with the drain we corrected ourselves and leaked between the shower wall glass to the main floor.

Summary: I would visit again just to have another experience with the staff

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Garden Double or Twin Room (Not Dog-Friendly) Room Type: Twin/Double Room Size: 15 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Toilet, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower cap Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone Living Area Sitting area, Desk General Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Linens Room amenities Socket near the bed
Castle Superior Double/Twin Room (Not Dog-Friendly) Room Type: Twin/Double Room Size: 18 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Toilet, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower cap Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone General Heating, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Iron, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access Living Area Sitting area, Desk Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Childrens' cribs, Linens Room amenities Socket near the bed
Superior Family Room (Not Dog-Friendly) Room Type: Family Room Size: 36 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Toilet, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower cap Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone General Heating, Interconnecting room(s) available, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Iron, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access Living Area Sitting area, Desk Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Childrens' cribs, Linens Room amenities Socket near the bed
Standard Family Room (Not Dog-Friendly) Room Type: Family Room Size: 18 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Toilet, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower cap Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone Living Area Sitting area, Desk General Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Childrens' cribs, Linens Room amenities Socket near the bed
Superior Double Room (Not Dog-Friendly) Room Type: Double Room Size: 18 m² 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Toilet, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower cap Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone General Heating, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Iron, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access Living Area Sitting area, Desk Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Childrens' cribs, Linens Room amenities Socket near the bed
Deluxe Double Room (Not Dog-Friendly) Room Type: Double Room Size: 25 m² 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Toilet, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower cap Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone General Heating, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Iron, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access Living Area Sitting area, Desk Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Linens Room amenities Socket near the bed
Deluxe Double Room (Not Dog-Friendly) Room Type: Double Room Size: 25 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Toilet, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower cap Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone General Heating, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Iron, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access Living Area Sitting area, Desk Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Linens Room amenities Socket near the bed
Standard Double or Twin Room with Garden View Room Type: Twin/Double Room Size: 18 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Hairdryer, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Body soap, Free toiletries, Toilet, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower cap Media & Technology Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone Living Area Sitting area, Desk General Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Linens Room amenities Socket near the bed

FAQ's

Is this Dornoch Castle Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Dornoch Castle Hotel?

Check-in time for Dornoch Castle Hotel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Dornoch Castle Hotel have a swimming pool?

No, this Dornoch Castle Hotel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Dornoch Castle Hotel?

Best-rates for the Dornoch Castle Hotel starts from $254 per night with includes View, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, Bar, Pet Friendly, TV, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Parking, EV Charge Station, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Guest Services, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Dornoch Castle Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Dornoch Castle Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Dornoch Castle Hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Dornoch Castle Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Dornoch Castle Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Dornoch Castle Hotel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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