Providing a bar, The Shandwick Inn features accommodations in Tain. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The accommodation provides daily room service and a shared lounge for guests. At the bed and breakfast, units include a desk and a TV. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. At the bed and breakfast, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at The Shandwick Inn can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner and lunch. You can play billiards and tennis at the accommodation. Guests at The Shandwick Inn can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Inverness Castle is 29 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Strathpeffer Spa Golf Club is 23 miles away. Inverness Airport is 37 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.5
Free Wifi
7.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    surprisingly varied dining menu and of a high standard
  • Lisa
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful B & B! Comfortable room. We enjoyed a lovely dinner and a wonderful breakfast! Thank you!!!
  • Overing
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food in restaurant was really good as was portion size. Choice was great too. Staff very helpful. Breakfast hamper was a lovely idea and very well filled .
  • Daryl
    United States of America United States of America
    I stayed in the small separate cottage right next door. That’s the cats pajamas. Was my local back in the eighties ..felt good to be back. My compliments to the chef for that spicy salmon dish.
  • R
    Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was spacious. Would have preferred a full cooked breakfast rather than the continental. That said the continental breakfast was of a high standard.
  • Joe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice , clean rooms . Friendly staff . Food at Shandwick Inn is lovely and decent portions. Breakfast is continental , lovely presented in picnic baskets outside your room doors in the morning.
  • Janice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel was very clean and the staff very helpful. The breakfast was continental, served to our rooms and was very good. The restaurant for the evening meal gave good service and excellent choice.
  • Amy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was brought up to the room early, continental type, but plenty to eat, decent sized room with facilities, our room looked over a field with small area of woodland with all the beautiful colours of autumn. Dinner was good, decent sized...
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely place to stay brilliant food and the staff were so good thank you all
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was plenty enough and brought to our room in a large basket, pleasantly surprised. When we entered our room it was warm and cosy

Property questions and answers
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  • Does the room have a private bathroom. Thanks

    all our rooms have en-suite bathrooms
    Answered on 9 January 2022
  • Are dogs allowed to stay?

    sorry we don't allow dogs
    Answered on 9 January 2022
  • Will you accept a later arrival ( than 10pm?)

    hi there we can accept later check in time with prior arrangement with us
    Answered on 9 January 2022
  • Can I park there?

    yes we have a very large carpark
    Answered on 26 October 2024
  • Are all rooms ensuite? Do they all have a kettle & TV?

    all rooms are en-suite have tea & coffee making facilities and tv
    Answered on 9 January 2022
  • Hi, do you have en-suite rooms?

    all our rooms have there en-suite
    Answered on 9 January 2022
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Host Info

Company review score: 9.2Based on 1,133 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company info

A WARM AND FRIENDLY WELCOME AWAITS AT THE SHANDWICK INN. KNOWLEDGIBLE STAFF, COSY ENVIROMENT. TRADITIONAL YET MODERN.

Property info

TRADITIONAL HIGHLAND INN SET IN A RURAL, YET EASILY ACCESSABLE LOCATION. WARM, LARGE COMFORTABLE ROOMS WITH FLAT SCREEN TVS AND TEA AND COFFEE MAKING FACILITIES. VIEWS OF THE CROMARTY FIRTH AND BLACK ISLE, OPEN FIELDS AND WOODLAND. OUTSIDE PATIO AND CHILDRENS PLAY AREA. OUR BUSY RESTAURANT SERVES A WIDE VARIETY OF HOME COOKED MEALS SERVED IN A FRIENDLY ENVIROMENT. LARGE SELECTION OF LOCAL BEER AND WHISKY.

Neighborhood info

THE SHANDWICK INN IS LOCATED IN A RURAL LOCATION JUST OFF THE MAIN A9. IT IS LOCATED CLOSE TO TAIN, NIGG, INVERGORDON AND ALNESS. WITH LOVELY VIEWS TOWARDS THE CROMARTY FIRTH AND BLACK ISLE. WITH MANY GOLF COURSES, DISTILLERIES, CASTLES AND BEACHES VERY CLOSE BY.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of The Shandwick Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Pool table
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Packed lunches
    • Laundry
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    The Shandwick Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Extra bed upon request
    £10 per child, per night
    Crib upon request
    £0 per child, per night
    2 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    £10 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Shandwick Inn

    • The Shandwick Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Tennis court
      • Beach
    • Check-in at The Shandwick Inn is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at The Shandwick Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Shandwick Inn has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Guests staying at The Shandwick Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
    • Room options at The Shandwick Inn include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Single
    • The Shandwick Inn is 3.7 miles from the center of Tain. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.