Dionard Guest House

Exceptional place to stay. Bill welcomed us warmly, was a great resource for local destinations and Gails visitors guide was thorough and much appreciated. We had lovely breakfasts, slept well and highly recommend Dionard. Thank you so much! 5 stars!

We absolutely loved our stay at Dionard Guest House! The host, Gail, is effervescent and extremely attentive. The manager, Bill, was equally attentive and wonderful to meet. Their greeting was warm, they allowed us to leave our luggage ahead of check-in while we went out to explore Inverness, and they made sure we knew the best places to see and eat. Gail even gave us a voucher for a free drink each at her favorite restaurant, The Mustard Seed, where we already had reservations! The rooms were very clean, decorated in lovely styles, and had special touches, like a jar of candies, a mini candy bar on the bed and a little light projector. A mini fridge is also provided. Breakfast was delicious with a lot of options for hot foods as well as a lovely buffet of fruits, yogurts and sweets. Gail was happy to do some laundry for us. Bill helped us get a taxi when we struggled to get a call through. They were just so kind and, even in just a 2-night stay, made us feel like old friends. Inverness is very walkable and Dionard Guest House is near all the city attractions. If you enjoy Bed and Breakfasts, Dionard Guest House is an excellent option!!

We had an amazing stay at this B&B. The breakfast was extremely good. We had a full Scottish breakfast, fresh tea and coffee. Everything was fresh tasting too. The owner and all of her employees are so warm and friendly. The room was clean and specious. Please come stay with Gail and her B&B it was fantastic!

The Dionard Guest House is the ONLY accommodation we will consider when we return to Inverness! Gail offers a personalized experience from greeting through departure. Her welcome is warm and the house is immediately comfortable. We were consistently and pleasantly surprised by thoughtful details (on-point dinner suggestions, sincere interest in her guests, and a step-by-step adventure to find the Loch Ness Monster carving). The room was well-appointed and included a refrigerator and a well-stocked refreshment tray. Her breakfast offering is second to none! Gail is a professional with a personal touch. We are so thankful for our Dionard Guest House experience!

The room was well kept after, and had modern amenities (mini fridge, and TV), and the bed was very comfortable. The guest was quite accommodating, very warm and friendly, and really knowledgeable about the local area. I only wish I had more time in Inverness to stay longer.

Dionard Guest house is in a great location when visiting Inverness, a ten minute walk to the city centre or the beautiful Ness Islands. A good private car park for guests, it is a great base for exploring the area. The host Gail is very friendly and knowledgeable about the local area and amenities, she can guide you to local hidden gems. Gail will advise on suitable places to eat or accommodate you eating a takeaway in if that's your choice. The room I stayed in was well appointed, very comfortable beds and pillows. The ensuite shower room has a good shower and heated towel rail. The room was really warm and cosy in February. I highly recommend Dionard Guest house for a stay and I look forward to staying there again.

This was the first time I stayed in a Guest House and it was one of the best travelling experiences ever. The owner Gail has the perfect balance of being personable while being informative about room info, local restaurants and culture. Some superb tips on well known, beautiful places to walk like Ness Islands, but also lots of info about other not so well known places that might be of interest...she is a font of knowledge. Her experience as a travellor informs Dionard, is like it's heartbeat, having spent a year travelling when she was younger. In all my years of travel no hotel staff ever came near this type of personal attention, hospitality and joy. Gail is from Inverness and her love for the area is infectious. The room I stayed in was perfect! This guest house has seven rooms and each is slightly different and I love that the decoration matches the house. Everything was immaculate and you can tell Gail takes enormous pride in Dionard Guest House as there were little details, or "wee details" as they say here in Scotland that were utterly enchanting. I had hoped to see the Northern Lights whilst here, a long shot, but still a hope...unfortunately that never happened but in my room, as well as all the rooms I believe, are these wee spacemen that shine a Northern Lights pattern / star on the wall or ceiling. When I asked about them Gail said something like "Here at Dionard you can find an Aurora inside every room". After my experience at Dionard Guest House I will never stay in a hotel again.

What a find and for a great price! We were on a stop off in Inverness and wish we had a little more time! The Dionard is a friendly, cozy place with great people running it. The staff are extremely helpful to meet every need. They live right in the victorian home with the guests. The room was comfortable and spacious. Every room is different. Located walking distance from the main shopping and pub area. Great pubs with live music in Inverness. Also, close to the river and islands to walk amongst. This place is not a tourist stop but if you want a nice, calm rest, this is a nice one. Breakfast was excellent too! We loved everything about our stay!

Your impression of this place will depend on the room you get. We were traveling with another couple, who were given a lovely room. Our room, however, seemed to be furnished with old worn cast-offs. The inn keepers were not friendly or helpful. Would not stay here again.