We have visited the Achiliy Hotel on numerous occasions over the past 8 years. We have never had a bad meal and the chef in addition to his excellent culinary skills is also a comedian at heart.

We always come away in good spirits and what can be better after a good meal.

I read these other reviews with interest and cannot understand the mentality of those reviewers who only want to stop at a location for its toilets. What would these people do on a motorway when you just have to wait until the next services comes up. Strathpeffer is only 2 miles away if they are desperate.

Brian Heaton, Lancashire

I have dined at the Achilty Hotel for many years when I have stayed in the Contin area visiting my parents. I have always had what I can only describe as an outstanding meal on each and every occasion, accompanied by excellent service and hospitality. The chef and joint owner Chris always makes a point of welcoming his guests personally and both he and his wife Ethel not only make sure that everything is to your liking, but they will also go the extra mile and prepare something for you if you have a particular request. Nothing is too much trouble and the food is always delicious. Well worth a visit.

We stopped at this hotel on Sunday 13th September. Holidaying in the highlands and en route to Inverness we decided to stop for Sunday luch. A party of 4 myself and my husband and my mum (disabled with arthritis and osteporosis with the added complication of a broken toe) and my dad 70 years old and diabetic. We drew up and dad got out, as mum takes some time to get herself mobile dad decided to go to toilet and organise a table for us. Dad went into hotel and came out soon after quite affronted and flabbergasted. He had entered restaurant and looking for toilet the 'lady' behind the bar - and some way away from him called over 'can I help' dad said we were looking for Sunday luch but wanted to use toilet. The lady said toilets are for customers and dad again siad we were coming fr=or a meal but he needed to use toilet. The lady then said 'I dont beleive you, you just want to use toilet and they are for customers. Dad, eing very embarrassed as this converstaion took place across the bar area and in a loud voice left the building and we agreed we did not want to stay there. We started to ove off and we decided 'no' we should talk to hotel recetion. The reception door was locked but as dad returned to car the 'chef' - in his checked trousers came out and asked if we a problem. Dad said yes he was trying to contact reception as he had just had a terrible experience in the restaurant. Dad then began to explain what happened when the chef shook his arms in the air and said ' Oh I've heard enough and walked away!!!!' Obviously this establishment values their customers highly- NOT!! I witnessed the converstaion with the chef and my dad is not prone to exaggeration - stay clear of this place. A warm welcome - not a chance. Customers are clearly viewed as liars and must only be visiting the hotel to use the toilet. The hotel is in the middle of nowhere but I would recommend they close their doors to the public as they are clealry an unwanted commodity in this business. I am writing this review 6 days after this disgraceful episode but I still feel very strongly about it today - all human beings deserve to be treated with respect not distrust. Never again will we consider this place and everyone we know who is thinking of a break in highlands will be well warned. I use facebook, twitter, friends reuntied as well as email - rest assured I will spread the word.
Kim Tate

My Dad & I have stayed at the Achilty Hotel with Chris & Ethel Slater at least once a year for 7 to 8 nights whilst fishing the local River Conon.
In most recent years we have stretched our stay to sometimes twice a year for an additional week.
We would not wish to stay at any other hotel whilst on our Salmon fishing holidays, the food is exceptional, the hotel is comfortable, clean & nothing seems to be an issue if requested.
The hospitality is second to none, this is what we call Scottish hospitality, well worth while a stop off at this establishment.
Many of our friends have stayed with us & some have revisited. Phil & David Jones, Rutland.