2. Bed and Breakfast Hotels in the North East of Scotland:

Aberdeenshire, Royal Deeside, Moray and the city of Aberdeen

Browse through our selection of historic bed and breakfasts and small hotels in the north east of Scotland:
just CLICK on the name of the hotel for further information

ABERDEENSHIRE, THE CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK AND NORTH EAST SCOTLAND

Auld Kirk Hotel   BALLATER The Auld Kirk Hotel is the place where you can really relax and recharge your batteries. Situated in the heart of picturesque Royal Deeside this fine historic former church provides an excellent base for those wishing to tour the areas in and around the Cairngorms National Park, visit the nearby Royal residence of Balmoral, travel the famous whisky trail or participate in the numerous countryside pursuits.

 

The Deeside Hotel   BALLATER Recommended in the Good Hotel Guide 2008, this late Victorian residence is set within an acre of grounds in picturesque Ballater, Royal Deeside. Comfortable rooms are individually decorated, all with en-suite bathrooms. Most double rooms have king-size beds, one of which is a four-poster. The south facing conservatory restaurant offers fine Scottish cuisine that draws from fresh, locally sourced free range or organic produce. The bar, with its log fires and leather sofas, offers a cosy, relaxing space in which to unwind with a drink.

 

Pannanich Wells   BALLATER Small rural hotel with quality B&B accommodation, in good walking country and close to golf courses and other outdoor pursuits. Comfortable, classical accommodation creating an idyllic setting for a relaxing night’s sleep. Known for excellent breakfasts as part of our B&B package. A personal but professional service throughout.

 

Fife Lodge Hotel   BANFF Located in the historic town of Banff, a popular holiday destination for all ages and interests. Choose from fishing, golf, castles, historic buildings, whisky trail, seaside walks, and water sports. For the younger generation the popular Macduff Aquarium is not to be missed.

Glendavon House   DINNET, ABOYNE Furnished to the highest standards, Glendavan House offers 3 beautiful suites, each combining bespoke and antique furniture, Victorian features and luxurious fabrics with state of the art, modern facilities. Each suite is self contained and houses a large bedroom, sitting room, with open fire, and bathroom. Recently awarded 5 stars by VisitScotland. Set in the heart of Royal Deeside, just an hours drive from Aberdeen, Glendavan House was built as a shooting lodge in 1886.

 

Castleton House Hotel  EASSIE, ANGUS Castleton is a privately run country house hotel in glorious Tayside, with a well earned reputation as one of the best places in Scotland for food ambience and service. There are six beautiful spacious bedrooms, each individually decorated to the highest standard. Castletons popular restaurant has been awarded three AA rosettes for since 2005, putting it amongst Scotland's elite restaurants. Also winner of a coveted Gold award from EatScotland in 2007.

 

West End  ELGIN The West End is a traditional Victorian villa situated in the market town of Elgin. At the West End you can experience Scottish hospitality at its best. Located centrally and with a large private car park, visitors are within walking distance of the city centre and a short car journey to the coast.

 

Cluny Bank Hotel   FORRES Cluny Bank is a small, personally run hotel offering a homely welcome. We have ten bedrooms, a bar and a Victorian dining room facing south. The Cluny Bank Restaurant offers quality modern Scottish cuisine. The candlelit atmosphere is perfect for quiet conversation and the open fire complements the mood perfectly. The menu changes daily and care is taken to select the finest local ingredients to create the finest of dishes

 

Ravenscourt House   GRANTOWN ON SPEY Ravenscourt House is a family run 8-bedroom hotel, stonebuilt in the Victorian era. The hotel is situated just two minutes stroll from the centre of Grantown-on-Spey, a charming small town located amidst breathtaking countryside on the northern edge of the Cairngorms National Park. All of the bedrooms are presented to a high standard with period furnishings featuring throughout.  Wi-Fi is also available for guest use free of charge.

 

Craighurst Guest House   KEITH Come to the heart of the Whisky Country and enjoy the historic town of Keith. Craighurst Guest House, a spacious Edwardian town house,  is located next to the picturesque Strathisla Distillery. In Keith you can start the famous Whisky trail, also the Castle trail, Coastal trail and Victorian Heritage Trail. After a day out, return to Craighurst Guest House where you can immerse yourself in one of our themed guest rooms. The Coastal Room is your own sea shaped marina. Dive in to ancient history in the rugged Castle Room. Feel pampered and glamorous in the Royal Room. Enjoy the pure atmosphere in the golden brown Whisky Room.

 

Arden House  KINGUSSIE Arden House is situated in Kingussie and is surrounded by the Cairngorm and Monadhliath mountains. Built in 1870 Arden House is a lovely example of a Scottish Victorian Villa, which retains many period features. Set is its own grounds the house offers a large garden which guests are welcome to use. All our bedrooms have en-suite facilities and are all decorated to a very high standard, for those cold winter nights we have a lovely open fire in our lounge for all to enjoy.

 

Please also see our sister site Country Inns of Scotland
for country inns and small hotels in Aberdeenshire and the North East of Scotland

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