Business Details
Luxury Hotel in Dornoch, Scotland
Originally established as a Free Church of Scotland Manse House in 1843, Links House At Royal Dornoch has evolved into Scotland's most northerly luxury destination. Nestled just 100 yards from Royal Dornoch Golf Club's first tee, our 15 individually designed bedrooms and suites offer a home-from-home experience, blending historic charm with modern comforts. Our fine dining restaurant MARA, recipient of 2AA Rosette Awards, showcases hyper-local produce from our kitchen garden and surrounding Highlands landscape.As custodians of this special place, we craft personalized itineraries working with local experts to create unforgettable experiences, whether guests seek adventure on world-class golf courses or relaxation in our historic setting. With exclusive use options available for celebrations and events, Links House At Royal Dornoch combines Scottish hospitality with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every stay reflects our deep connection to the Highlands' natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Fine Dining
Golf Packages
Exclusive Use Events
Highland Adventures
Whisky Tastings
Private Dining
Wedding Hosting
Concierge Services
Golf Course Access
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive access to Royal Dornoch Golf Club, ranked number 3 in Golf Digest's 100 Greatest Courses
- Our 2AA Rosette awarded MARA restaurant showcases hyper-local seasonal produce
- We provide personalized itineraries crafted by experienced local experts
- We combine historic 1843 architecture with modern luxury comforts
- We offer exclusive use options for weddings and celebrations in a unique Highland setting
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Our 15 individually designed bedrooms and suites offer a luxurious home-from-home experience. Each room combines historic charm with modern comforts, featuring Hypnos mattresses, curated artwork, and antique furnishings. Guests enjoy stunning views of the Dornoch Firth and Royal Dornoch Golf Club.
Fine Dining
MARA restaurant offers seasonal menus featuring hyper-local produce from our kitchen garden and surrounding Highlands. With 2AA Rosette recognition, our culinary team presents dishes that celebrate Scotland's waters, fields, forests, and skies with minimal interruption to natural flavours.
Golf Packages
We provide exclusive access to Royal Dornoch Golf Club, ranked number 3 globally. Our packages include stays with golf access to five top-100 UK courses within 30 minutes. Guests enjoy secure club storage in our Sporting Bothy and proximity to the first tee.
Exclusive Use Events
We offer complete venue hire for celebrations, accommodating up to 15 bedrooms. Our Glenshiel building provides luxury suites and private dining in The Anteroom. Perfect for weddings, golfing getaways, and special occasions with bespoke arrangements.
Highland Adventures
We curate personalized itineraries showcasing the Highlands' best. Options include whisky tastings, archery experiences, NC500 road trips, and coastal explorations. Each adventure combines luxury with authentic local activities, from surf lessons to historic site visits.
Questions
What makes Links House unique among Scottish hotels?
We combine historic 1843 architecture with luxury amenities, offering exclusive access to Royal Dornoch Golf Club and personalized Highland experiences.
Do you offer dining options for non-residents?
Yes, our MARA restaurant welcomes non-residents for dinner, Sunday lunch, and special tasting menus featuring local Scottish produce.
Can I book golf packages through Links House?
We offer exclusive golf packages with access to Royal Dornoch and other top UK courses, including equipment storage and tee time arrangements.
Are there event hosting options available?
We provide exclusive use of our venue for weddings, celebrations, and corporate events with bespoke arrangements for up to 15 bedrooms and private dining spaces.
What seasonal activities do you recommend?
Our Highland Adventures include whisky tastings, NC500 road trips, coastal explorations, and seasonal golf packages tailored to guest interests.
How do I reach Links House from Inverness?
We're located just an hour's drive north of Inverness, with easy access to Royal Dornoch Golf Club and the North Coast 500 route.
Reviews (4)
Ron Ferguson
Oct 23, 2021
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This is an extremely nice hotel to stay at. Hotel staff very friendly and knowledgeable on both wine and food and what goes with what. Room was very clean and well decorated and furnished. Bathroom with large bath and heated floor was a real luxury. Highly recommended and wished we had stayed longer. Views from the beach are something else.
Sam Brownjohn
Oct 03, 2021
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Didnt stay at the hotel but ate at the restaurant and the food was absolutely amazing. I am vegan and gluten free and although we only called an hour in advance, the head chef was able to cater for me and cooked some of the best food I have ever tasted. My partner and I both went for the taster menu which was fairly priced for the amount of courses and the excellent quality of service. The staff were all brilliant, especially the maitred and the head chef . The extensive wine list also included some delicious wines. After spending 5 days on the NC500 self catered, it was so nice to splash
Darren Reynolds
Aug 26, 2021
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We enjoyed an excellent dining experience at Mara. Top quality cooking and service. (The only off note was the unnecessary kitsch soundtrack of Celtic music.)
John Stables
Jul 31, 2021
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Excellent service, very knowledgeable and attentive. Food and wine selection very good, taster menu a little whacky Pigeon and Rabbit!!. Will be back
