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 whisky-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 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 (9.5)

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, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anna
    Iceland Iceland
    We had stayed in this hotel 5 years previously and we were so happy to return. Hotel was just as beautiful as we remembered, staff as lovely and the food just as wonderful. Can not recommend enough!
  • Lubos
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Nice place where we stayed when visiting nearby Macallan distillery. The staff is very nice and helpful. Breakfast and also dinner were very good.
  • Asnate
    Latvia Latvia
    The view from hotel room is wow, whisky room with 500+ whiskies, restaurant, parking
  • R
    Rebecca
    United States United States
    Loved the staff, they’re very helpful in making dinner reservations and securing a breakfast time. The kitchen was fantastic and the whisky bar was top notch.
  • Paul
    New Zealand New Zealand
    An exceptionally great range on offer for breakfast, probably the best ive experienced in any hotel anywhere in the world, and with a combination of Scottish traditional and healthy foods. Dinner was likewise extremely good; no need to consider...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Its a home from home and nothing is too much trouble
  • Janine
    Australia Australia
    The restaurant food quality was excellent. Comfortable beds & great shower.
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    Lauren and her team were phenomenal with their level of service - greatly appreciated! Also, the “whisky room” featuring an entire WALL of whiskies to taste was a sight to behold. Highly recommended to anyone.
  • Jason
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful setting and facilities. Staff went above and beyond to make our stay welcoming and enjoyable. Walking distance to GlenAllachie distillery which is a huge bonus.
  • Alister
    Australia Australia
    Amazing place, great location, lovely family who run it.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • 57
    • Cuisine
      Scottish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Dowans Hotel of Speyside
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules
The Dowans Hotel of Speyside takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£15 per stay

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroSoloBankcardCash

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

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 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.

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

FAQs about The Dowans Hotel of Speyside

  • Check-in at The Dowans Hotel of Speyside is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The Dowans Hotel of Speyside offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Live music/performance

  • Room options at The Dowans Hotel of Speyside include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at The Dowans Hotel of Speyside can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Breakfast to go

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

  • The Dowans Hotel of Speyside has 1 restaurant:

    • 57

  • The Dowans Hotel of Speyside is 100 yards from the centre of Aberlour. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.