The Royal Highland Hotel in Inverness has a very special staircase. It's said to be the inspiration for the design of the Grand Staircase on the Titanic. If you've seen the film or pictures of the famous ship you'll definitely recognise this sweeping staircase. The hotel is right next to Inverness train station. In fact, it used to be called the Station Hotel. If you are waiting for a train and fancy a drink or something to eat my tip is to come in here. The surroundings are much nicer than the train station. You can sink into a cosy armchair and admire the staircase and the wall-mounted stag's head. It feels grand, but the atmosphere is relaxed and casual. It's a 3-star hotel, so there's no over the top formality. Come for a coffee, or a meal if you have longer to wait. I tried the vegetarian burger and it was very good. I loved the place mat my meal was served on. It had a drawing of the hotel, dated 1856, the year the hotel opened. There are horses and carriages parked out front. If you find yourself with a bit of a wait until your train then spend your time in here. There's not much in Inverness station, certainly nothing as nice as an armchair next to a Titanic staircase.
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