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Reviews of The Dowans Hotel of Speyside

Aberlour, Aberlour, AB38 9LS, United Kingdom

#7 of 26 hotels in Aberlour

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 250 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Wonderful experience and if I'd have another chance, I'll surely come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The prices were a little expensive.

    Breakfast was very good. Also dinner was exceptional, congratulations to the chef! I never tried whisky pairing with and was a wonderful experience

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Club Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Weak Wifi ,intermittent.

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exquisite Hotel 10/10 all round perfection.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Club Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing .

    The nicest friendliest most efficient hotel I’ve stayed in Scotland. The food was exquisite, the breakfast to die for and in abundance. I’ve stayed in the most expensive 5 * hotels in Scotland and have frequently been very disappointed. I found the Dowans Hotel by far the best. I would rate this place 5 stars for sure. The decor is modern and of the highest taste, the staff are lovely, the food is exquisite and the hotel is pristine. I will definitely stay here again. I am extremely fussy but had no issues whatsoever with this hotel. Loved it !!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Felt like we couldn’t speak above a whisper. Quiet and sleepy environment.

    Location, grounds

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great location, very helpful and knowledge staff. Food was outstanding, a great chef.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    9.0
    Snowy January visit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Club Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Common areas and room heating temperature set too low for snowy January. Additional electric heaters dotted around not effective. The Snug was not very as a result. Surprisingly no log fire anywhere, so the atmosphere is missing as a result. (Some e-biofuel burners could really help with heating and atmosphere.) The traditional exterior and high quality fitted interior doesn't sit well with the zero carbon austerity measured atmosphere.

    The flight of whisky set up in the Snug was exceptional, an educational and high quality experience. Dinner and breakfast were delicious and very high quality. Decor and location excellent.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    10
    Fantastic Scottish hospitality!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Our room was comfortable, well decorated with a gorgeous view. We liked the little touches, fresh ground coffee for the plunger and locally made shortbread, in our room. The owners and staff were all really friendly, and willing to share their local knowledge! We enjoyed an afternoon tea before spending time in the bar lounge for cocktails before our dinner. We are foodies, so knowing there is a pastry chef on premises baking delicious pastries and cakes made our stay just that little bit more special. We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent here.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    10
    Pure bliss .
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Zero

    Everything. Suite Meals Staff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good food, comfortable room, well located for local area

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    Great Hotel and Staff
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room (1 Adult)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Great Value and Staff

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    10
    My first choice if we return to Speyside!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Club Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely setting and accommodations. Steph and Lauren were perfect hosts.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    10
    Our stay was brilliant in every way!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Club Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This family run boutique hotel met our expectations and more. Somehow they have found the magic of giving you all the amenities you expect in a higher end hotel but exuding the kind of warmth that makes you feel like you've been invited into their family home. The rooms were modern and well appointed, even included tile floor heat in the bathrooms. The food was delicious for both breakfast and dinner, they have a well appointed bar that includes brilliantly executed classic cocktails and an extensive whisky library (lounge) that lives up to their Speyside location. Simply put, Lauren and family nailed it. We will recommend this as our top location is Speyside to discerning travelers looking for something a little nicer.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    9.0
    A wonderful stay in every respect - staff, room, food and drink.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Club Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had hoped the dining room had been open later.

    Loved the whisky room

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Small rooms, no a/c, no elevator.

    NIce decor.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    10
    Definitely would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Old building so carrying bags in was a chore. I don’t think there is A/C, but with global warming we had to open the windows. Then came the midges.

    Great location near Macallan. The place was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and everyone was very accommodating. Breakfast was outstanding.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room (1 Adult)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The entire staff was exceptionally welcoming and friendly

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    9.0
    A Whiskey Lover’s Dream! Beautiful hotel *****
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room (1 Adult)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    This hotel is exceptional! The grounds are beautiful, the staff are so friendly and helpful, the morning coffee and breakfast were both delicious and the whiskey selection is CRAZY!! A must visit :)

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    10
    Absolutely exceptional experience! I cannot say enough, staying here is a must!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Club Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful property in a great location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Paying for parking at the hotel parking area

    Food at the restaurant was great

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2023

    9.0
    Excellent place, superb staff, a very enjoyable relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Club Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was lively the big cuddle chair in the turret corner was a very nice touch

    The ambiance of the hotel Beautiful hotel and fantastic lication

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2023

    10
    Beautiful hotel serving exceptional food, magnificent whisky lounge and superb staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Heritage, furnishings & decor, whisky lounge, superb food, staff

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    10
    Beautiful Old house, nice clean rooms and sizable bathrooms. Nice food and a massive selection of Scotch Single Malt whi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing , everything is perfect

    It’s in speyside where most Whiskey distilleries are.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant was a little too hotel restaurant-y, but the bar area and outside dining area were really lovely.

    A beautiful whisky hotel in Speyside. The room was lovely and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great location with access to path by river and to Aberlour. Staff were engaging and responsive.

    Stayed in August 2023

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