Traitors Stars Sleep in 'Third World' Hotel, Not Castle

The luxurious image of The Traitors' filming location is dispelled by revealing that contestants and crew are housed in a budget hotel, not the impressive Ardross Castle. The Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport hotel, a 40-minute drive from the castle, has garnered numerous scathing reviews from guests. These reviews highlight persistent cleanliness problems, including hair on floors and mould, alongside dysfunctional showers described as "knee-deep in dirty water." The hotel's restaurant service is also criticized as "third-world," with disorganization and long wait times.

Sources reveal that this affordable chain hotel is used for both UK and US versions of the show, a fact that would surprise viewers who assume the stars are treated like royalty within the castle. The cast is required to maintain the illusion of staying at the castle, a rule that extends to other filming regulations. Contestants are kept unaware of the time and are forbidden from possessing devices like mobile phones or laptops. They are also escorted to their rooms after filming and are not permitted to converse with each other, preserving the show's secrecy.