Name: The Dowans Hotel of Speyside
Address: Aberlour, Aberlour, AB38 9LS, United Kingdom, Aberlour, Grampian, AB38 9LS, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $138 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.5

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Aberlour, Aberlour, AB38 9LS, United Kingdom –

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We enjoyed everything about our stay. Very comfortable and beautiful. Great location.

Paul

United States of America

Good restaurant and bar on site. Whisky themed rooms. Beautiful garden and outdoor seating area with a view.

Jean

United States of America

Excellent staff, property was beautifully decorated and bedding and towels were of highest quality.

Roger

Canada

Great whiskey collection...over 500!! Beautiful rooms and awesome staff!

Brent

United States of America

Great staff. The wall of scotch with over 600 bottles is worth the stay.

Rodger

United States of America

Staff very friendly. The beautiful historic property sits on top of a hill with lovely view of surrounding hills. We had a drink on the patio, watched sunset then dined at their restaurant and food was excellent. There are nice local walks in the area, including an easy walk to Macallan distillery. The walk takes along a river where you will pass a lot of sheep, highland cows, rabbits.

Mary

United States of America

The location in the centre of Scotland’s Single Malt Whisky sector with ver 50 distilleries within an hours drive; the exception level of detail in the decor and furnishings; them food in the restaurant and the Scotch in the Whiskey Snug; and most of all the people who work to make your stay a memorable one; and the dogs. The Murray family have done a spectacular job of creating a most enjoyable product.

Jess

Canada

Service was exceptional; staff were professional, friendly and personable. Breakfast was quite nice and our meals at the restaurant were excellent. Very much enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend!

Monica

United States of America

Wonderful staff, gorgeous room, very quiet, excellent food, and overall great experience! Will be staying again!

Audrey

United States of America

Coming from the big city, we thought we could pay with a CC, but nope! Went in to inquire about a cash machine or ... and we’re Immediately spotted 50$ for our cab fare before we checked in! This kind of service was normal for our entire stay. Lovely, well appointed and maintained facility. Great food in the restaurant. Massive scotch bar! Good wine selection. Ready Taxi services to our destinations.

Dwane

United States of America

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“We enjoyed everything about our stay. Very comfortable and beautiful. Great location.”

Paul United States of America
“Good restaurant and bar on site. Whisky themed rooms. Beautiful garden and outdoor seating area with a view.”

Jean United States of America
“Excellent staff, property was beautifully decorated and bedding and towels were of highest quality.”

Roger Canada
“Great whiskey collection...over 500!! Beautiful rooms and awesome staff!”

Brent United States of America
“Great staff. The wall of scotch with over 600 bottles is worth the stay.”

Rodger United States of America
“Staff very friendly. The beautiful historic property sits on top of a hill with lovely view of surrounding hills.”

Mary United States of America
“The location in the centre of Scotland’s Single Malt Whisky sector with ver 50 distilleries within an hours drive; the exception level of detail in the decor and furnishings; them food in the...”

Jess Canada
“Service was exceptional; staff were professional, friendly and personable. Breakfast was quite nice and our meals at the restaurant were excellent.”

Monica United States of America
“Wonderful staff, gorgeous room, very quiet, excellent food, and overall great experience! Will be staying again!”

Audrey United States of America
“Coming from the big city, we thought we could pay with a CC, but nope! Went in to inquire about a cash machine or ... and we’re Immediately spotted 50$ for our cab fare before we checked in!”

Dwane United States of America

One of our top picks in Aberlour.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 whiskey-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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Closest Landmarks *

Speyside Cooperage Visitor Centre
2.2 miles
Glenfiddich Whisky Distillery
4.1 miles
Glen Grant Whisky Distillery
4.5 miles
Cardhu Whisky Distillery
4.6 miles
Glenlivet Scotch Whisky Distillery
9.4 miles
Strathisla Distillery
11.8 miles
Elgin Cathedral
12.8 miles
Glen Moray Distillery
12.9 miles
Grantown Museum
16.6 miles
Huntly Castle
16.8 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Mash Tun Cafe/Bar
0.5 miles
Co-Op Supermarket
0.5 miles

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Spey River River
0.2 miles
Ben Rinnes Mountain
4 miles
North Sea Ocean/Sea
16 miles
Cairngorm Ski lift
20 miles

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Inverness Airport
30.7 miles
Aberdeen Airport
42.4 miles

All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Amazing food! Excellent location in the center of Aberlour and near to the Speyside distilleries. The hotel is beautiful and the staff is very helpful. Fare pri...”

Julio

Brazil

9.5

“Fabulous location Great hospitality”

Des

United Kingdom

“Fabulously located near key distillery tours. Ask for front room with view of mountains. Staff was helpful and friendly. Great food and a die for Still Room w...”

Cynthia

United States of America

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Food: Scottish

Menu: À la carte

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2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children are welcome

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Debit card The Dowans Hotel of Speyside accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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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 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.

“Staff very friendly. The beautiful historic property sits on top of a hill with lovely view of surrounding hills. We had a drink on the patio, watched sunset then dined at their restaurant and food was excellent. There are nice local walks in the area, including an easy walk to Macallan distillery. The walk takes along a river where you will pass a lot of sheep, highland cows, rabbits.”

“The location in the centre of Scotland’s Single Malt Whisky sector with ver 50 distilleries within an hours drive; the exception level of detail in the decor and furnishings; them food in the restaurant and the Scotch in the Whiskey Snug; and most of all the people who work to make your stay a memorable one; and the dogs. The Murray family have done a spectacular job of creating a most enjoyable product.”

“Service was exceptional; staff were professional, friendly and personable. Breakfast was quite nice and our meals at the restaurant were excellent. Very much enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend!”

“Coming from the big city, we thought we could pay with a CC, but nope! Went in to inquire about a cash machine or ... and we’re Immediately spotted 50$ for our cab fare before we checked in! This kind of service was normal for our entire stay. Lovely, well appointed and maintained facility. Great food in the restaurant. Massive scotch bar! Good wine selection. Ready Taxi services to our destinations.”

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Reviewed: July 19, 2019

Minna
Sweden

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing to add here.
Wonderful place close to Aberlour. We had the best experience staying at the Dowans. The atmosphere is lovely. We loved the room, dinner at the hotel, the bar, whiskeyroom etc. We really recommend a stay here.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: July 18, 2019

Paul
United States of America
10

“We enjoyed our stay very much.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Club Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was nothing to dislike about The Dowans Hotel
We enjoyed everything about our stay. Very comfortable and beautiful. Great location.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 18, 2019

Zsolt
Hungary

4 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
It is quite expensive but definitely worth it!
It is a beautiful hotel near Aberlour Distillery. The hotel is luxurious with rooms named after whisky. Even the keys form the shape of a still :) We loved it! The room is spacious, with plenty of places to pack. The coffee machine is also very useful in the rooms. We only spent one night there. We should have stayed longer, it was so good and close to many distilleries for a whisky tour but our short walk in the nature to find the waterfall was also very nice and the path is very close to the hotel. The staff is extremely kind, the man in charge even made a reservation for us to a distillery and we also got our room earlier than the check-in time!

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 17, 2019

Rhadames Tellez
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Junior Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
This place is fantastic. There is nothing I can complain about..The only suggestion I can make is to add a lift or to offer transportation services for whisky tastings but those would be just additions to a perfect option.
Everything.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 16, 2019

Anonymous
United States of America

1 helpful vote
7.5

“Nice hotel, hard to sleep due to heat”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We were in an attic room which was uncomfortably warm making it hard to sleep. Couldn’t open the windows because of bugs. For the price we paid to stay there there should have been AC
Beautiful property, delicious breakfast

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 16, 2019

Amanda
Hong Kong
9.2

“Beautiful hotel in Speyside, located close to the Glenfarclas distillery”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, beautifully designed interiors throughout and small, very comfortable rooms. We enjoyed the whisky room and the Spe restaurant tasting menu while we were visiting. And were impressed with the food & service during our stay.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 14, 2019

Jacqueline
United Kingdom
10

“Dowans hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There wasn’t anything I didn’t like about the hotel except the evening meal menu the menu was a bit sparse not a lot of choice breakfast good choice
Lovely hotel set in lovely grounds nice rooms friendly staff

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 12, 2019

Yasunari
Japan
Age group: 25 – 34
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is wonderful. We can see a lot of bottles of whisky in the bar. Meals are tasty including breakfast. The service is great. The room is clean. Hotel staffs are very kind. We can feel comfortable. I hope many travelers stay in the hotel. Especially, if you are whisky lovers.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: July 5, 2019

William
United Kingdom
9.2

“Excellent!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Club Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room a bit small for price
Food quality excellent

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 2, 2019

Mervyn
United Kingdom
Age group: 65+
9.2

“Very comfortable, clean and welcoming. Would go back again without hesitation”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Junior Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Continental breakfast could have been more extensive but the cooked breakfast was superb
Beautifully furnished

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: June 21, 2019

Jean
United States of America
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Club Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good restaurant and bar on site. Whisky themed rooms. Beautiful garden and outdoor seating area with a view.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 14, 2019

Jonathan
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
Nice bar and restaurant.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 13, 2019

Tony
Indonesia
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
lift
location and bar

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: June 10, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
9.6

“Beautiful surroundings next to lovely walks and cafes. Welcoming staff, very quick check in/out.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Unfortunately my scallops main was cold and my husbands steak was overdone, excellent starters.
Gorgeous room and bathroom, peaceful resort. Presented with Anniversary dessert plate after our meal, lovely extra touch. Excellent breakfast, quickly seated with great service, lots of breakfast options for all tastes with a modern approach to local/traditional dishes.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 9, 2019

Gudrun
Austria

4 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Club Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
An amazing high class luxury hotel 😊

Stayed in June 2019

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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking A flat-screen TV and DVD player, a Bosch tea and coffee making machine, and an private bathroom with under-floor heating and complimentary toiletries feature in this room. Room Facilities: • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Coffee machine Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking The club rooms feature private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, some bathrooms also offer under-floor heating. The bedrooms feature a flat-screen TV and DVD player, and a Bosch tea/coffee making machine. Room Facilities: • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Coffee machine Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This double room features a DVD player. Room Facilities: • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Coffee machine Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking With views down over the Spey Valley in Macallan and Aberlour and a view over towards the pond in Balvenie, this suite offers a stand alone bath and walk-in shower enclosures, bespoke furniture and a flat-screen TV with DVD player. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • iPod dock • Coffee machine • Towels • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Detached Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Executive Club Room 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This double room features a DVD player. Room Facilities: • DVD Player • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Flat-screen TV • Coffee machine Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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