Nestling in the bank of Cluny Hill, this small, family-run Victorian mansion offers award-winning food and overlooks the beautiful village of Forres, between Aberdeen and Inverness. Built in 1865 and extended in 1910, Cluny Bank is a listed building at Historic Scotland. Carefully maintained, it was a private home for many years and was only recently converted into a Bed and Breakfast. Today the hotel offers a unique blend of modern amenities and many of its fine original features. Cluny Bank offers a fine selection of 52 local whiskys in our bar - from Speyside, the Highlands, the Islands and Islay. Forres is located on the A96, within easy reach of both the Whisky and Castle trail. As the Forres Golf Course is just around the corner, Cluny Bank is also ideally situated for golfers.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
5.5
Low score for Forres
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gail
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The friendliness and warmth at the property. Excellent spacious room with immaculate facilities and underfloor heating in a fabulous bathroom.
  • William
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    In room ‘Henderson’ in a former Victorian mansion with off-road parking. Complimentary tea and coffee facilities, biscuits and soft drinks. Friendly welcome. Excellent WiFi and digital tv with teletext. Shower and bath in a tidy, functional...
  • Clare
    Ireland Ireland
    Beautifully done up old house, we loved everything about it from the staff to the decor in the rooms. So peaceful and the breakfast was delicious. The bed was incredibly comfortable also. I had one of the best baths of my life too, what a tub!! 😂

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Cluny Bank
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Pet basket
    • Grocery deliveries
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Executive lounge access
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Cluny Bank takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 20:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:30
    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.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    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.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroSolo Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Cluny Bank 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.

    FAQs about Cluny Bank

    • Room options at Cluny Bank include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
      • Single

    • Check-in at Cluny Bank is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • The prices at Cluny Bank may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Guests staying at Cluny Bank can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Gluten-free

    • Cluny Bank offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Cluny Bank is 850 yards from the centre of Forres. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.