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The Bandstand

3.0 star property
Nairn hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Enjoy a serene dining experience in a traditional setting with a prominent bay window.
Relax by the fireplace in this inviting living room, featuring a leather sofa and a wooden coffee table.
Situated on a grassy hill, this gazebo offers stunning views of the surrounding coastline and the distant sea.
Enjoy a meal with a view of the sea from this dining area, featuring a table set with plates, cutlery, and glasses.
Experience the charm of this historic hotel, featuring a traditional facade, bar, and restaurant, with a welcoming outdoor seating area.
At The Bandstand, enjoy local cuisine for lunch and dinner at the on-site restaurant. Relax with breakfast, unwind in the garden or on the terrace, connect to free WiFi and take advantage of luggage storage. Guests praise this hotel's charming location.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Flat-panel TV
$161 nightly
The total price is $193
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Restful retreat with a neatly made bed, two bedside tables, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Cozy retreat with a single bed, nightstand, and window with a view.

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Links Suite)

Bathroom features a sink, glass shelf, and mirror, with a soap dispenser and sliding door.

Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Links Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Bathroom features a sink, mirror, and shower curtain with a blue and white pattern.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea View

Bathroom features a sink, glass shelf, and mirror, with a soap dispenser and sliding door.

Superior Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Bathroom features a sink, glass shelf, and mirror, with a soap dispenser and sliding door.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Bathroom features a sink, glass shelf, and mirror, with a soap dispenser and sliding door.

Single Room, Ensuite, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite

Cozy retreat with a single bed, dresser, and TV, perfect for a relaxing stay.

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (Small single)

Cozy bedroom with a single bed, wooden headboard, and a wicker chair.

Single Room, Ensuite (Small single)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Crescent Road, Nairn, Scotland, IV12 4NB

What's nearby

  • Nairn Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nairn Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nairn Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Boath House Spa - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cawdor Castle - 9 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 12 min drive
  • Nairn Station - 10 min walk
  • Forres Station - 12 min drive
  • Inverness Airport Train Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Classroom Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Drifters Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mr Tan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sun Dancer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bob's Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Bandstand

When visiting Nairn, The Bandstand is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 33 ft
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Braeval Hotel Nairn
Braeval Hotel
Braeval Nairn
Braeval Hotel Nairn, Scotland
Braeval Hotel
The Bandstand Hotel
The Bandstand Nairn
The Bandstand Hotel Nairn

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bandstand offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Bandstand does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Bandstand?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Bandstand?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bandstand?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Bandstand and nearby?

The Bandstand has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Bandstand?

Yes, Bandstand Restaurant offers local cuisine.

What's the area around The Bandstand like?

The Bandstand is a short 8-minute walk from Nairn Beach and 18 minutes' walk from Moray Firth.

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The Bandstand Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Bar
Pub
Food
Breakfast
Live music
Beach
View

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was generous, tasty, and included a full spread with some even cooking the tomato perfectly. (5 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient beach location with beautiful views and opportunities for treasure hunting. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great views, excellent food and fantastic staff.
Roderick, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, excellent food and bar
Innes, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Second year coming to the bandstand would highly recommend. The staff are wonderful and the food is very good. Wonderful stay can’t wait to go back
kate, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Short Business trip

Clean and friendly holiday, with an excellent breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely fine lovely friendly staff very accommodating fantastic bar great food lovely bedrooms clean warm comfortable
david, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

From checking in to checking out the staff were really helpful and attentive. We ate in the restaurant twice in our four night stay and the food was fantastic. We even had the honor of being the first to choose off the new summer menu and it didn't disappoint. The choice of beers/ ales and every spirit avilable at the bar was geat and prices were very fair. Wednesday nights Jo and special guests was a lovely surprise and we really enjoyed the music. And to cap it all off we got to see dolphins playing in the Moray Firth while enjoying our meal.
Sandra, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great staff
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

good location near the beach and various eating locations. quiet area
Jean, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great position and very friendly service
Graeme, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We thought the accomodation was excellent and enjoyed our breakfasts. Staff really helpful and friendly
Alan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The owner was so helpful on places to go and the atmosphere in the bar was upbeat. They had live music
Roy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really helpful friendly staff. Generous tasty breakfast. Great selection of ales at the bar.
3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We stayed a couple nights and loved it! If no hip issues, it was 8-10 mins walk from train station. Its got beach view from breakfast table- which full breakfast is included and the only place we stayed the is trip that properly cooked the tomato! Delicious! So worth it. It was also the best bed of our 3 week trip! Good room space, convenient lunch or dinner and bar with local soft pub vibe. Owner was friendly. The beach was fun to look for treasures at. Town has very limited shopping and food options, but what we found for food was delicious. Would stay again! Thank you
Melissa, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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Loralyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

nice place off the beaten path

pros: nice staff and remarkably quiet for a hotel attached to a restaurant and music venue! cons: reserved a queen bed; had two single beds pushed together.
Mafmudije, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Cute, clean rooms on top of a pub. Beautiful view of the water (we stayed in room 9). Surprisingly quiet for being on top of a bar!
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding view from the room we had. Some parts of the property could do with refreshing e.g. the stair carpet and some of the dining room furniture. The property does not have its own parking, but street parking was available. In spite of this we had a good stay with good food.
Ian, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Despite a bit of waiting on my check in as they couldn't find the key. The staff was very friendly and the fact that they have a pub made the moment very pleasant. The room was ok. Confortable bed and lovely views to the sea. Good breakfast with sea views. Sad I couldn't stay for another night as they will have live music.
Ivan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Start of Great Glen trip.

We booked a single night to rest between leaving Edinburgh and a slow trip down the Great Glen. What a wonderful surprise. The Bandstand is a lovely small inn & pub. Friendly staff, comfy room & great location. We actually regretted leaving after only one night. Nairn is a lovely and quiet town. We would definitely stay again. Be aware- all rooms are upstairs and there is no lift- which we’ve found to be typical in Scotland.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Die Aussicht und die Nähe zum Strand ist wunderbar. Ein sehr schönes Hotel. Auch die Live-Musik und die Bar wunderschön.
Brigitte, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Noel, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Angus, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

J, 1-night trip