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Muir Bank

Muir Bank Crossroads
Rated 8.8 in 1036 reviews

Muir Bank, situated in the picturesque village of Muir of Ord in the United Kingdom, offers guests a serene and welcoming stay in the Scottish Highlands. This boutique hotel combines traditional Scottish charm with modern comforts, providing a cozy retreat for travelers looking to explore the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region. The property features tastefully decorated rooms, each designed with a keen attention to detail, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing experience for guests.

The decor of Muir Bank reflects the rich history and stunning landscapes of the Highlands, with subtle contemporary touches that enhance its warm and inviting atmosphere. Guests can unwind in spacious, well-appointed rooms, each equipped with essential amenities to cater to their needs, whether visiting for leisure or business.

Muir Bank's location makes it an ideal base for exploring the attractions of the surrounding area. Visitors can enjoy nearby activities such as whisky tours at the renowned Glen Ord Distillery, scenic walks along the shores of the Beauly Firth, or rounds of golf at the local course. The village itself boasts a range of charming shops and eateries, contributing to an authentic Scottish experience.

Dedicated to providing excellent service, the staff at Muir Bank take pride in offering personalized attention to ensure every guest feels at home. Whether you are visiting for a short break or an extended stay, Muir Bank promises a peaceful escape enriched by the natural beauty and cultural delights of the Scottish Highlands.

Climate and Weather

January
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Michelin Restaurants in Muir of Ord and near Muir Bank

Rocpool in Inverness
Rocpool
14.5km
War Memorial
War memorial in Highland, Scotland, UK
200m / 220yd
Castle Hill Henge
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
470m / 0.29mi
Beauly Priory
Beauly Priory
Monastery in Highland, Scotland, UK
3.7km / 2.3mi
Urray West Parish Church
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
3km / 1.9mi
St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Beauly
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
3.5km / 2.2mi
Brahan Castle
Brahan Castle
Castle in Highland, Scotland, UK
4.7km / 2.9mi
Redcastle
Redcastle
Ruined castle in Highland, Scotland, UK
5.6km / 3.5mi
Kilcoy Castle
Kilcoy Castle
Castle in Highland, Scotland, UK
4.9km / 3.1mi
War Memorial
War memorial in Highland, Scotland, UK
5.4km / 3.3mi
Redcastle Crannog
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
5.8km / 3.6mi
Wardlaw Church
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
5.4km / 3.3mi
Beaufort Castle
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Castle near Beauly in Inverness-shire, northern Scotland
7.5km / 4.6mi
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Moniack Castle
Category B listed building in Highland, Scotland, UK
7km / 4.3mi
Fairburn Tower
Fairburn Tower
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
6.3km / 3.9mi
Highland Museum of Childhood
Museum in Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom
9.2km / 5.7mi
Coul Point crannog
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.6km / 5.3mi
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Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.2km / 5.1mi
Crannog
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
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Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
9.4km / 5.8mi
Dingwall Museum
Dingwall Museum
Museum in Dingwall, Scotland, United Kingdom
8.8km / 5.5mi
Macdonald Memorial, Mitchell Hill, Dingwall
Macdonald Memorial, Mitchell Hill, Dingwall
Memorial in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.5km / 5.3mi
Obelisk to Earl of Cromarty, Tulloch Street, Dingwall
Obelisk to Earl of Cromarty, Tulloch Street, Dingwall
Obelisk in Highland, Scotland, UK
9km / 5.6mi
Kiltarlity Parish Church
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.9km / 5.6mi
Ferintosh Free Church
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.1km / 5.1mi
Castle Leod
Castle Leod
Tower house in Achterneed, Highland, Scotland, UK
10.1km / 6.3mi
Rogie Falls
Rogie Falls
Series of waterfalls on Black Water, Highland, Scotland, UK
11.7km / 7.3mi
St Michael & All Angels, Inverness
St Michael & All Angels, Inverness
Church building in Inverness, United Kingdom
13.8km / 8.6mi
Carn na Buaile
Hillfort in Highland, Scotland, UK
13.4km / 8.3mi
Inverness Cathedral
Inverness Cathedral
Church in Inverness, Highland, Scotland, UK
14.6km / 9.1mi
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Museum in Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom
14.7km / 9.1mi
Bught Park
Bught Park
Sports venue in Highland, Scotland, UK
14.5km / 9mi
Inverness Castle
Inverness Castle
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14.7km / 9.1mi
Aldourie Castle
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Erchless Castle
Erchless Castle
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15.1km / 9.4mi
Old High St Stephen's
Old High St Stephen's
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
14.4km / 8.9mi
Bona Lighthouse
Bona Lighthouse
Lighthouse at the north end of Loch Ness, Highland, Scotland, UK
14.5km / 9mi
Crown Church, Inverness
Crown Church, Inverness
Church building in Inverness, Highland, Scotland, UK
15.1km / 9.4mi
St Stephen's Church, Southside Road, Inverness
Church building in Inverness, United Kingdom
15.2km / 9.5mi
79th Queens Own Cameron Highlanders - Sudan and Egypt Memorial
79th Queens Own Cameron Highlanders - Sudan and Egypt Memorial
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14.7km / 9.1mi
Statue of Flora MacDonald
Statue of Flora MacDonald
Architectural structure in Inverness, Highland, Scotland, UK
14.7km / 9.2mi
Ormond Castle
Ormond Castle
Castle in Highland, Scotland, UK
17.2km / 10.7mi
Castlecraig
Castlecraig
Tower house in Highland, Scotland, UK
17.1km / 10.6mi
Dores Parish Church
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
16.8km / 10.4mi
Carn Liath,chambered cairn
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
17.5km / 10.9mi
Avoch Parish Church, Braehead, Avoch
Church in Highland, Scotland, UK
18km / 11.2mi

What to do in Muir of Ord and near Muir Bank

War Memorial
War memorial in Highland, Scotland, UK
200m / 220yd
Castle Hill Henge
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
470m / 0.29mi
Beauly Priory
Beauly Priory
Monastery in Highland, Scotland, UK
3.7km / 2.3mi
Urray West Parish Church
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
3km / 1.9mi
St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Beauly
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
3.5km / 2.2mi
Brahan Castle
Brahan Castle
Castle in Highland, Scotland, UK
4.7km / 2.9mi
Redcastle
Redcastle
Ruined castle in Highland, Scotland, UK
5.6km / 3.5mi
Kilcoy Castle
Kilcoy Castle
Castle in Highland, Scotland, UK
4.9km / 3.1mi
War Memorial
War memorial in Highland, Scotland, UK
5.4km / 3.3mi
Redcastle Crannog
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
5.8km / 3.6mi
Wardlaw Church
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
5.4km / 3.3mi
Beaufort Castle
Beaufort Castle
Castle near Beauly in Inverness-shire, northern Scotland
7.5km / 4.6mi
Moniack Castle
Moniack Castle
Category B listed building in Highland, Scotland, UK
7km / 4.3mi
Fairburn Tower
Fairburn Tower
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
6.3km / 3.9mi
Highland Museum of Childhood
Museum in Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom
9.2km / 5.7mi
Coul Point crannog
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.6km / 5.3mi
Castle Spynie, Broch
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.2km / 5.1mi
Crannog
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Coul Point, Crannog (formerly Carn Dubh)
Architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK
9.4km / 5.8mi
Dingwall Museum
Dingwall Museum
Museum in Dingwall, Scotland, United Kingdom
8.8km / 5.5mi
Macdonald Memorial, Mitchell Hill, Dingwall
Macdonald Memorial, Mitchell Hill, Dingwall
Memorial in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.5km / 5.3mi
Obelisk to Earl of Cromarty, Tulloch Street, Dingwall
Obelisk to Earl of Cromarty, Tulloch Street, Dingwall
Obelisk in Highland, Scotland, UK
9km / 5.6mi
Kiltarlity Parish Church
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.9km / 5.6mi
Ferintosh Free Church
Church building in Highland, Scotland, UK
8.1km / 5.1mi
Castle Leod
Castle Leod
Tower house in Achterneed, Highland, Scotland, UK
10.1km / 6.3mi
Rogie Falls
Rogie Falls
Series of waterfalls on Black Water, Highland, Scotland, UK
11.7km / 7.3mi
St Michael & All Angels, Inverness
St Michael & All Angels, Inverness
Church building in Inverness, United Kingdom
13.8km / 8.6mi
Carn na Buaile
Hillfort in Highland, Scotland, UK
13.4km / 8.3mi
Inverness Cathedral
Inverness Cathedral
Church in Inverness, Highland, Scotland, UK
14.6km / 9.1mi
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Museum in Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom
14.7km / 9.1mi

About Muir of Ord

Muir of Ord, a charming village in the Scottish Highlands, offers a variety of activities and attractions for visitors. One of the highlights of the area is the Muir of Ord Golf Club, known for its scenic 18-hole course that provides a pleasant challenge for golfers of all skill levels. The surrounding landscapes are rich in natural beauty, making it an ideal spot for walking and hiking. There are several trails nearby, allowing you to explore the picturesque countryside and enjoy views of the hills and forests.

For those interested in local culture, the village has a strong sense of community and hosts various events throughout the year. The local shops and cafes offer a taste of the region's hospitality, where you can sample traditional Scottish fare and local produce. A visit to the Glen Ord Distillery is also worthwhile, where you can learn about the whisky-making process and enjoy a tasting session. This distillery has a long history and produces a well-regarded single malt Scotch whisky.

Wildlife enthusiasts may appreciate the opportunity to spot local species, as the area is home to diverse flora and fauna. The nearby Black Isle is known for its opportunities to see dolphins in the Moray Firth, making it a great day trip for nature lovers. In summary, Muir of Ord combines outdoor activities, local culture, and the charm of the Scottish Highlands, providing a relaxed yet enriching experience for visitors.




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