Ness Walk, a 19th-century Grade B listed house on the banks of the River Ness in Inverness, has been named Best Boutique Hotel 2027 at the Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence. The accolade was decided through a combination of guest reviews, public votes and the expertise of Condé Nast Johansens' inspectors.
Award-Winning Dining and Service
The hotel offers five-star service and spacious, "utterly lavish" rooms in a "picture-postcard setting", along with award-winning food at the Torrish restaurant. Described as one of the "best restaurants in Inverness", Torrish focuses on seasonally-driven food without "stuffiness, and unnecessary formality".
Experts from Condé Nast Johansens said: "Ness Walk’s fine-dining Torrish restaurant is THE place to unwind and indulge. Set in the original 19th-century drawing room, there’s a strong sense of occasion here with the River Ness and its salmon pools clearly in view."
They added: "The menu is a winning mix of local produce and Scottish cuisine skilfully combined with international flavours served alongside cocktails and a hugely impressive collection of whiskies."
Previous Recognition and Congratulations
This is not the first award Ness Walk has received from Condé Nast Johansens' Awards of Excellence, as it was also awarded Best Service in the UK in the 2026 awards.
Sharing its joy at receiving a new title, Ness Walk wrote on Instagram: "We are beyond delighted to share that Ness Walk has been named Best Boutique Hotel in the UK at the @condenastjohansens Awards for Excellence!"
It added: "To everyone who voted, supported us and helped make this possible, thank you. This award means so much to our entire team, whose passion and dedication make every stay at Ness Walk memorable. We couldn't be more proud, and we look forward to welcoming you to experience our award-winning Highland hospitality."
Other Scottish Winners
Many former guests of the highly rated hotel have shared their congratulations online. One person wrote: "Delighted to read this. Very well deserved. Huge congratulations all." Another said: "Congratulations. Very well deserved. See you next month." A third added: "Congratulations to Kevin and all his wonderful staff. Such a gem to have here in the heart of the Highlands."
Local tour operator Bespoke Scottish Tours also wrote: "Many congratulations, see you in 2027 with more clients from overseas. For years our clients have received exceptional service."
Other Scottish hotels were also noted at the Awards for Excellence. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh was awarded Best Design, while Glenfinnan House Hotel was named Best Waterfront for its view of Loch Shiel.
