Set in private and beautifully manicured gardens, this Scottish Castle occupies a tranquil position in the heart of the beautiful village of Dornoch, yet still enjoys easy access to the A9.
Steeped in Scottish history and fascinating legends, the 15th century Dornoch Castle Hotel firmly stands its ground opposite the inspiring 12th century Dornoch Cathedral. Still bearing an air of magnificence and grace, it is the perfect venue for your Scottish Highland break or as one of the most stunning wedding venues in the UK.
Ideally positioned near Royal Dornoch Golf Club, this 3-star property also provides an idyllic base for a short break ,with shopping, walking routes, heritage trails and health and beauty spots all on the castle’s doorstep. It is also an ideal base for many excursions and activities in the local area.
Renowned for the best in Scottish hospitality, with a dramatic backdrop of the quaint Market Square in Dornoch, the castle offers a cosy and personable stay.
With such a unique setting, the hotel is the ideal venue for special occasions. A wedding organiser is at hand to assist with every detail of the day – from the meal, drinks and entertainment to the flowers, place cards and hairdresser.
Recommendations are in place for local suppliers for all needs and even some not so local. The hotel can seat up to 90 guests in the pretty, glass-fronted Garden Restaurant for the meal. When the weather is fine, drinks may be taken in the walled garden on the pristine lawn.
Guests can lounge at leisure while the bridal party and photographer take full advantage of the lovely gardens and the old, stone terrace.
The double/twin rooms are located on the ground and first floors in the modern Garden Wing of the building. The rooms overlook the attractively laid-out flowers beds and shrubberies. These rooms are comfortably furnished, naturally light and well appointed. Each room has an en suite bathroom with either a bath and shower or a large shower.
The rooms either have one double bed or 2 single beds. Please inform the hotel of your preference on the day of booking, either by using the comments field when making your reservation or by contacting the hotel directly, using the contact details supplied on your confirmation email. Please note that room requests are subject to availability. 
Superior rooms are located in the 15th and 18th century sections of the property and also in the modern Garden Wing. All of the rooms have been refurbished, but retain their original atmosphere.
The rooms either have one double bed or 2 single beds. Please inform the hotel of your preference on the day of booking, either by using the comments field when making your reservation or by contacting the hotel directly, using the contact details supplied on your confirmation email. Please note that room requests are subject to availability. 
There are 2 deluxe rooms.
The Old Courtroom features original stonewalls, wood panelling, a large open fireplace and a beamed ceiling that is 14 feet (4.25 metres) high. The room also features a hand-carved, king-size, Elizabethan-style 4-poster bed.
The cathedral-view room features a king-size sleigh bed. This room also enjoys superb views of the cathedral and the pretty village square. 
