The Tongue Hotel, By Highland Coast Hotels in Tongue: Photos and Reviews

The 24 rooms at The Tongue Hotel are individually designed with period features such as wood panelling, open fires, and antique furniture. Each room includes a decanter of sherry, sweets, a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and Gilchrist and Soames toiletries. Guests can choose from room types like Deluxe King, Superior King, and Classic Double, each offering distinct layouts and views of the surrounding landscape.

The Varrich Restaurant specializes in locally sourced meals, with an extensive breakfast menu that includes porridge, fruit, cereals, yoghurts, and cooked Scottish breakfasts. Evening dining offers snacks, bar meals, or formal meals in the dining room, served with varied whisky and wine menus. The Brass Tap Bar provides local drink offerings, and the hotel accommodates dietary restrictions and offers packed lunches on request.

On-site entertainment includes a games room, live music performances, live sport events, and darts. Outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and climbing are available in nearby Loch Fleet and Knockan Crag National Nature Reserves. Guests can also walk to Castle Varrich from the hotel or explore the fine sandy beaches at Coldbackie, Talmine, Achininver, and Torrisdale Bay.

The Tongue Hotel welcomes pets with a dedicated doggy digs fee that includes a gift pack containing poop bags, a toy, and upcycled dog treats made from leftover breweries. The bar and lounge areas are dog-friendly, while the dining room is reserved for human guests. Family rooms are available, and the hotel offers board games, kids' meals, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

The hotel sits on the NC500 route in the village of Tongue, overlooking the Kyle of Tongue, Ben Loyal, Ben Hope, and Castle Varrich. Nearby attractions include the ruins of Castle Varrich, Ben Loyal (the Queen of Scottish mountains), and Ben Hope, the UK's most northerly Munro. The location also marks the end of the Sutherland Way long-distance walk and provides access to the north coast's sandy beaches.

Rooms: 24 individually designed rooms with sherry decanter

Dining: Varrich Restaurant with locally sourced Scottish breakfasts

Activities: Games room, live music, fishing, hiking to Castle Varrich

Pet-Friendly: Doggy digs gift pack with upcycled treats

Location: On the NC500 route overlooking Kyle of Tongue

Ideal for: History enthusiasts, nature lovers, NC500 travelers