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courtyard by marriott inverness airport

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport is a modern 4-star hotel located a short walk from Inverness Airport, designed for convenient overnight stays, early flights, and short Highland stopovers. It offers contemporary rooms, an on-site restaurant and bar, a fitness centre, and easy transport links into Inverness city centre.

Hotel basics

  • Opened in March 2020 with around 130 rooms, making it one of the newer airport hotels in the Highlands.
  • Located roughly a 3‑minute walk from Inverness Airport terminal, with clearly signposted pedestrian access and nearby parking.
  • Positioned about a 15‑minute drive from Inverness city centre, suitable for business trips and road trips around the Highlands.

Rooms and comfort

  • Rooms feature air conditioning, blackout curtains, and triple‑glazed windows to cut aircraft noise and improve sleep quality.
  • Standard in‑room amenities typically include free Wi‑Fi, flat‑screen TV, tea/coffee facilities, mini‑fridge, work desk, and private bathroom with shower.
  • Families and small groups can find options such as twin rooms, sofa beds, and free infant cribs in some room types.

Food, drink, and facilities

  • The main social hub is the Kitchen & Bar, serving breakfast through evening meals with a mix of British and international dishes.
  • Facilities usually include a fitness centre, lobby/lounge workspaces with power points, and a small convenience “market” for snacks and drinks.
  • The property generally offers on‑site parking, including an electric vehicle charging station, and is marketed as a smoke‑free hotel.

Accessibility and business use

  • Designed with accessible rooms and features such as roll‑in showers, grab rails, lowered switches, and accessible toilets for guests with reduced mobility.
  • Business‑friendly touches include lobby seating designed for working, meeting/banquet space, and basics like printing or front‑desk assistance for small events.
  • Location beside the airport makes it practical for early‑morning departures, late‑night arrivals, or quick meetings with fly‑in clients.

Reviews and “quick scoop” take

  • Guest reviews on major travel sites generally rate the hotel as very good, often praising cleanliness, modern decor, and friendly staff.
  • The main positives people highlight are proximity to the terminal, quiet rooms despite the location, and reliable overall value for an airport hotel.
  • Occasional negatives in forum‑style reviews mention limited menu choice at times and that it feels more functional than characterful, which is typical for many airport‑focused properties.

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