Southbank Guesthouse

36 Academy St, Elgin, IV301LP, United Kingdom
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Southbank Guesthouse

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Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
220 reviews

Southbank is a Georgian town house in the middle of Elgin and the Whiskey Trail. It is a few minutes' walk from the town center's shops and restaurants. The guest house is over 200 years old and located on a quiet road. It is popular with those keen on golf, fishing, or seeking castles and malt whiskey. Close by are the Glen Moray distillery, the Elgin Cathedral ruins and biblical gardens. Beautiful beaches are 10 minutes away where you may spot bottlenose dolphins or even a minki whale. Southbank is close to museums, Johnstons Cashmere Center, and Baxters, where you can sample a local pancake.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews
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Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 57 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved the superb <b>breakfast</b> and praised the excellent <b>location</b> near the town centre and train station. The rooms were noted for their <b>cleanliness</b> and comfort. The <b>friendly staff</b> and welcoming host added to the positive experience, making it a highly recommended stay.
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Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joyce
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Guest house was very well kept, staff were very accommodating. Rooms were modern and spotless. Very good value for money”
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Warm welcome when booking in & at breakfast. Clean, comfortable room and short walk into the town centre. Was ample parking also. Breakfast was good too.”
  • Kim
    United States of America United States of America
    “The beds we’re comfortable, it was clean. Easy to access the town. Easy check in. Hosts were very friendly”
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location, excellent breakfast, very friendly.”
  • Silvia
    United States of America United States of America
    “Breakfast was really good. Isabel was a great host/owner. She went above and beyond to help us with recommendations and golf tee times. The neighborhood is cute and within walking distance to great restaurants and shopping. Came for a race in...”
  • Nancy
    United States of America United States of America
    “Very comfortable “family” room. Good location for getting to distilleries. Breakfast was excellent. Felt very cared for and the shower was awesome.”
  • Gossage
    Canada Canada
    “Heritage property in great condition. Extremely warm and helpful hostess.”
  • Christina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was excellent, room was brilliant. Very big and comfortable and breakfast was great. Staff were very pleasant and couldn't do enough for us.”
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The property was located just a short walk from the main street and the same distance to the train station so excellent location. The host Isabell was absolutely lovely, very knowledgeable abut the surrounding area and would make every effort to...”
  • D
    Darran
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Overall it was very good and no issues and located to work near by”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.7Based on 220 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

hi , my husband and i have been running Southbank for about 20 years, with the help of very nice house maids and waitresses and occasional help with cooking, my husband was a butcher along with his dad for some 50 years between them ran a small butchers in Hopeman village, so he knows a decent sausage for sure, we bought Southbank guest house 2000 may 22nd and are still here. we are selling bed and breakfast , and try our best to give our customers a good traditional cooked breakfast , and a nice clean warm room when its cold. elgin town hall had top loader and Angie Dickinson them selfs and elvis tribute band .check it out. There are a couple of whisky festivals a year and lots of distilleries in the area, great beaches on the coat and bottle noised dolphins ,great wild life , very good cycling paths , beautiful golf courses , elgin has a pins bowling ally , tennis courts , 2 out door bowling greens , one indoor a leisure centre with gym relaxation suit and ice skating ring , football pitch , cinema ,restaurants and bars , a craft beer bar/shop, the train station is at the bottom of my road for inverness or Aberdeen ,bridge club, a whisky shop , Johnston's cashmere and more x

Property info

The Southbank Guest House is located in the centre of Elgin - a large town in the Moray area with a shopping centre, museums, historical landmarks, restaurants and bars. There is a lot to see and do in Moray, including an abundance of castles, stately homes and cathedrals. we have free parking for 6 vehicles out the back of the guest house and another 6 spaces at the front.The house is comfortable with a slight modern interior but still retaining a lot of the original Georgian era features free wi fi ,free parking, town centre, family run for 20 years , 14 en suite guest rooms , COOKED SCOTTISH BREAKFAST IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN A FULL COOKED SCOTTISH BREAKFAST , PLEASE CONTACT US FIRST , WE HAVE REMOVED SOME OF OUR TABLES AND CHAIRS FOR THE SAFTY OF OUR CUSTOMERS SO WE HAVE LIMITED TABLE PLACES, WE CAN SUPPLY A FULL COOKED BREAKFAST IN THE DINNING ROOM , THERE IS NO TABLE SERVICE AT THE PRESENT. PLEASE CONTACT US BY PHONE FOR DETAILS OR A PACKAGE PRICE FOR BED AND BREAKFAST BEFORE BOOKING , SORRY EVERY THING IS DIFFERENT AT THESE DIFFICULT TIMES, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOU UNDERSTANDING, ISABEL AND MALCOLM REID 01343 547132

Neighborhood info

Nestled in the world-famous whisky region, Elgin lies on the south coast of the Moray Firth roughly midway between Inverness and Aberdeen and straddles the River Lossie. The town offers many pleasant characteristics, breathtaking scenery and a number of local distilleries including Glen Moray, Gordon & MacPhail and Glen Elgin, most of which have open days for the public and whisky trails. On North College Street is the lovely ruin of Elgin Cathedral. Once considered Scotland's most beautiful ca

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Southbank Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Private Bathroom

Internet
Wired internet is available in some rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Smoke-free property
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Due to coronavirus, this property can only serve a small about of people in the dining room at the same time, breakfast times may be staggered. It is possible to collect a carryout breakfast to eat in your room at an agreed time.

    Please inform Southbank Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    License number: 23/01880/STLHS, E

    FAQs about Southbank Guesthouse

    • The prices at Southbank Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Southbank Guesthouse is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at Southbank Guesthouse include:

      • Twin
      • Single
      • Triple
      • Double
      • Family

    • Southbank Guesthouse is 1,300 feet from the center of Elgin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Southbank Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):