The Dowans Hotel of Speyside

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Scored 9
Rated superb

Staff

9.5

About this property

Set high above the village of Charlestown of Aberlour and overlooking the River Spey, this elegant country hotel is an ideal venue for shooting and fishing, and for whisky-lovers. The hotel offers free WiFi and on-site parking. The Dowans Hotel of Speyside was built over 100 years ago and offers the chance for a relaxing break. All rooms are en suite and have excellent views over the beautiful gardens. Rooms at the front of the house have excellent views over River Spey and the surrounding woodland. The hotel is well located for salmon fishing, shooting and visiting the golf courses of Moray and Speyside. The Speyside region is also home to several whiskey distilleries, and many are close to the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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1 single bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Natalie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful house, set in a wonderful location. Very well looked after and exceptionally clean.”
Charlotte
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely atmosphere, very clean and lovely welcoming staff. It’s got lots of character and it’s in a great location.”
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is an exceptional hotel. And a definite must for whiskey lovers.”
Peter
Australia Australia
“Super comfy well appointed I had a suite - absolutely stunning”
Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing little boutique hotel. Amazing selection of whisky. Food was great, service was great. Great views. What more could you ask for?”
Gordon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved having our dinner outside in the garden. Halibut was amazing.”
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location in Aberlour has really stunning views, the gardens are immaculately tended, the hotel has a family owned feel but with the standards one would expect from a 5 star hotel. The decor is smart yet unpretentious, our bedroom was...”
Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing staff and service. We arrived early and they accommodated our luggage and got us lunch. Suggested a taxi service for distillery transport.”
Piyadao
Thailand Thailand
“Cosy and comfortable .Near Aberlour Distillery!! We can walk to the distillery”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location of the hotel was amazing - very central for the town and local distilleries. We initially picked the hotel because of its location to THE MACALLAN distillery, however our stay was made special because of the quality and small touches...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
57
  • Cuisine
    Scottish
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Dowans Hotel of Speyside takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£15 per stay

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you plan to check-in after 21:00 please let the property know in advance, as it is a small family-run hotel and there is not 24-hour front desk.

Please inform The Dowans Hotel of Speyside in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.