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Links House at Royal Dornoch

5.0 star property
Guests enjoy archery or explore Dornoch Cathedral, savoring local flavors at MARA Restaurant for a memorable Scottish experience.

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Links House at Royal Dornoch blends modern luxury with authentic Scottish heritage. Start your day with continental breakfast, try archery, or relax in the library and garden. Free WiFi connects guests, while MARA Restaurant serves three daily meals with regional ingredients.
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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  • 46 sq m
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Separate dining area
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  • 50 sq m
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Furnished balcony
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  • 118 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
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  • 26 sq m
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MAIN HOUSE DOUBLE | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

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  • 19 sq m
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About the area

Located in Dornoch, Links House at Royal Dornoch is near the beach. Skibo Castle and Sutherland Monument are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dornoch Beach and Embo Beach. Royal Dornoch Golf Club and Dornoch Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, hunting and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Dornoch travel guide
Map
Golf Road, Dornoch, Scotland, IV25 3LW

What's nearby

  • Dornoch Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
    Dornoch Cathedral
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dornoch Beach
    Dornoch Beach
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Royal Dornoch Golf Club
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Historylinks
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Skibo Castle
    10 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Golspie Station
    14 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dornoch Castle Hotel
    5 min walk
  • Greens Restaurant
    13 min drive
  • Platform 1864
    13 min drive
  • The Glenmorangie Distillery Co
    11 min drive
  • Cocoa Mountain
    6 min walk

About this property

Links House at Royal Dornoch

Luxury hotel near Royal Dornoch Golf Club
Located close to Dornoch Cathedral and Dornoch Beach, Links House at Royal Dornoch provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Adventurous travellers may like the archery at this hotel. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, MARA Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), meeting rooms and a porter/bellboy
  • Smoke-free property, a gift shop and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Frette Italian sheets
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • MARA Restaurant

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 2 January and 31 January.
The property is closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 1)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Links House Royal Dornoch Guesthouse
Links House Royal Guesthouse
Links House Royal Dornoch
Links House Royal
Links House at Royal Dornoch Dornoch
Guesthouse Links House at Royal Dornoch Dornoch
Dornoch Links House at Royal Dornoch Guesthouse
Guesthouse Links House at Royal Dornoch
Links House Royal Dornoch
Links House at Royal Dornoch Hotel
Links House at Royal Dornoch Dornoch
Links House at Royal Dornoch Hotel Dornoch

Frequently asked questions

Is Links House at Royal Dornoch pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Links House at Royal Dornoch?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Links House at Royal Dornoch?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Links House at Royal Dornoch?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Does Links House at Royal Dornoch provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GBP 350 per vehicle applies.

Where is Links House at Royal Dornoch located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Dornoch Golf Club and Dornoch Beach. Dornoch Cathedral and Embo Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Links House at Royal Dornoch Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay service was great and food amazing would definitely reurn
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is phenomenal. I don’t say that lightly, I’ve stayed at many unique , great hotels, but Links House is truly above them all. The service, the comfort of the quality bedding and linens, the wonderful breakfast that is offered to all guests to mention a few were exceptional. The location is perfect if you’re interested in golfing Royal Dornoch or visiting a quaint village in the Highlands. I highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Fantastic stay

Outstanding stay. Beautiful small hotel, staff were wonderful, room excellent and food really good. Couldn't ask for more and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

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

Birthday treat 3 days of heaven

The hotel and food were terrific. The staff went out of their way to make you comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A perfect stay

One of our best hotel stays ever. The room was just perfect, very relaxing with welcome drinks. Staff are warm and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Links house is one of the nicest places we stayed around the world, staff and accomodations above world class.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yasuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, restaurant, room. The only thing is we wanted to have more internet connections (outlets).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Incredible property with large clean stylish bathroom. Most comfortable bed ever. Loved the in-room pitcher of ice water.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of those special places that is worth the trek. Once you step foot into the front door it feels as if you’ve stepped back into a different time. The finishes are all rich and appropriate and the town itself is adorable. Service is outstanding, bed was delicious and would go out of my way to stay here again!! True luxe on a small scale! A bit difficult to find which bldg to check in so ask for clear directions prior to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel. Kyle, Isla and team very welcoming. Easy walking distance to the beach and town centre. Perfect for heading into the highlands for fishing etc. Drawing room and library nice to relax in and the menu and food was first class. Look forward to visiting again.
Library
Main House
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay here was wonderful. My only regret is that we were here for only one night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1 night stay. Staff were fantastic and service great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional service-world class chef in the restaurant with a phenomenal menu
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing, but the food far exceeded any expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is such a unique and amazing place to stay in Dornoch - the staff is so hospitable, kind and truly made our stay incredible. Cannot wait to come back. They made our honeymoon amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Everything was done perfectly. Food was excellent. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was lovely & extremely helpful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect property! Staff was warm and welcoming. Location for golf couldn’t be better. We had drinks on the porch and dinner at the restaurant. Food was excellent. We only wish that we had stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shonagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Memorable experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Links House is a very special Inn in the Scottish Highlands. The rooms are elegantly decorated and very comfortable. The food in the Mara restaurant was excellent. Dornoch is a historic town in the area and is a short walk from Links House. The first tee of Royal Dornoch Golf Club is only a few steps away. Lastly, the staff is very friendly and customer oriented.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

B A

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

Overnight stopover

Hotel rates normally too expensive for us but due to Hotels.com silver members offer was able to enjoy an amazing overnight stopover. Complementary in room welcome cocktail, shortbread and chocolates, lovely touch. Everything about this accommodation was to the highest of standards including staff. Will always check room availability when making future trips in area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

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

Fantastic

Fantastic. Full Stop. All fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Amenities
First class
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was generally clean and staff friendly however it lacked some of the facilities you would expect at its price point. For example, there was no in room Tea and Coffee making facilities; rather there was a station located in a common landing up 20 stairs from our room. Meaning you had to dress before an early morning cuppa and you were reluctant to have a late night drink for fear of disturbing other guest. Additionally, we were only give a second remote needed to switch on the the TV after having to call reception twice. Breakfast was very good with nice produce freshly made. Unfortunately the same could not be said for the evening meal. The deconstructed Cullen Skink simply didn't work and my wife's main fish dish was cold and had to be sent back. My food was not taken back meaning that we effectively did not eat together. We had booked dinner on the second night of our stay but cancelled because of our first night experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025