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Novar Arms Hotel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this Dingwall hotel

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Lounge
Restaurant
Miscellaneous
Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | Bathroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Balconie Street, Dingwall, Scotland, IV16 9UN
  • Place, Fyrish Monument
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed

About the area

Evanton

In Dingwall .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Fyrish Monument and 6 miles (10 km) of Alness Golf Club. Dalmore Distillery and Dingwall Leisure Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Fyrish Monument - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inverness Castle - 29 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 30 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 30 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Urquhart Castle - 59 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Alness Station - 10 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe India - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Storehouse Of Foulis - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Masala - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Miss Ying Thai - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Caledonian Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Novar Arms Hotel

Enjoy the free parking at this Dingwall hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Wired Internet is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Dingwall hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Novar Arms Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary toiletries.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Concerts/live shows

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. The property is professionally cleaned.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Novar Arms Hotel to the airport?

Novar Arms Hotel is 23.7 mi (35-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Novar Arms Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novar Arms Hotel on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $171, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Novar Arms Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novar Arms Hotel.

How close is Novar Arms Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 19 mi (31-min drive) from Rosemarkie Beach.

Does Novar Arms Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novar Arms Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Novar Arms Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Novar Arms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Novar Arms Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Novar Arms Hotel have a pool?

Novar Arms Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Novar Arms Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Novar Arms Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novar Arms Hotel to downtown Dingwall?

Novar Arms Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Evanton.

Novar Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 152 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy rooms, very friendly staff and great food
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good place

The place was just right for us food was good staff all very helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mr Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R. Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - close to many tourist areas, the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel was very friendly and gave us information on places to visit! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel. Rooms were spacious. Pub downstairs was very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area with easy access to attractions. Cozy, clean and dining on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice polite staff...nice clean room comfy bed excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, homey feel. Comfy bed, great meal in pub, staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanly and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly and the meals were great value. Ensure you have breakfast it was very nice and not expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

I would stay there again. A good value

The bed was comfortable, the room was clean. There was mildew in the shower, but it had excellent water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Novar Arms Hotel. Is warm & friendly, from the bonnie lasses behind the bar & waitress,+ locals on my side of bar, Food is excellent, comfy bed how could ask for MORE.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frits

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice cosy Hotel, friendly people and clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Relaxing night-stop

Really enjoyed this place. Comfortable bed, lively bar, really helpful staff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming stay

Lovely stay with my dog Room had been redecorated and bathroom refurbished recently Dinner was good , generous portions and sensibly priced There is a great woodland for dog walks on the doorstep
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Comfortable bed and good food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Novar Arms

Very clean rooms with good facilities and a very clean bathroom. Really friendly staff and great food.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

DONELLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A comfortable stay

A comfortable stay. A good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable overnight stop on our way north
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
comfortable stay over
Stayed 1 night in May 2023