The Tongue Hotel, By Highland Coast Hotels

Historic 3-star lodge on Scotland's NC500 route overlooking Kyle of Tongue and Castle Varrich

Rooms & Accommodations

The Tongue Hotel offers individually designed rooms with period features such as wood panelling, open fires, and antique furniture. Each room includes a decanter of sherry, sweets, and Gilchrist and Soames toiletries. Room types include King Guest Room, Superior King Guest Room, Deluxe King Guest Room, and Double Room, all with tea and coffee making facilities.

Dining

The hotel's Varrich Restaurant specializes in locally sourced meals, with dishes like Cullen Skink, breaded Haddock, and steak pie. The Brass Tap Bar offers local ales and a varied whisky and wine menu. Breakfast includes an extensive menu with porridge, fruit, cereals, and cooked Scottish breakfasts, with attention to dietary restrictions and a vegetarian option featuring veggie haggis.

Location & Activities

The Tongue Hotel is set in the village of Tongue, overlooking the Kyle of Tongue, Ben Loyal, Ben Hope, and the ruin of Castle Varrich. Guests can walk to Castle Varrich in 40 minutes, or visit nearby sandy beaches at Coldbackie, Talmine, Achininver, and Torrisdale Bay. The hotel is along the NC500 route and a short drive from Loch Fleet and Knockan Crag National Nature Reserves for hiking, angling, and climbing.

Hotel Amenities

The hotel provides darts, fishing, a games room, live music performances, and live sport events. Facilities include a barber/beauty shop, meeting/banquet facilities, an electric vehicle charging station, and free parking. The Tongue Hotel also offers a picnic area, packed lunches, and facilities for disabled guests.

Pet-Friendly Policies

Pet-friendly policies at The Tongue Hotel accommodate furry guests with designated amenities. The hotel provides packed lunches and picnic areas for guests traveling with pets. A complimentary decanter of sherry in the room welcomes both guests and their companions.

• Location: Overlooking Kyle of Tongue and Castle Varrich on the NC500 route
• Rooms: Individually designed rooms with period features and sherry decanter
• Dining: Varrich Restaurant and Brass Tap Bar with locally sourced meals
• Activities: Hiking, fishing, darts, and live music on site
• Pet-Friendly: Pet-friendly policies accommodating furry guests
• Sustainable: Electric vehicle charging station available