Situated in the beautiful village of Craigellachie, The Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside dates from 1893. This luxury hotel offers scenic views of the rivers Spey and Fiddoch, the Thomas Telford Bridge and surrounding mountains. The impressive Victorian building boasts picturesque views across the forest. All rooms feature en suite facilities, a TV and seating area. The Craigellachie Hotel offers over 700 whiskies in the Quaich Bar, with tasting sessions available. The Copper Dog Grill offers home-cooked dishes, prepared using local produce. Craigellachie Hotel is just 25 minutes from Cairngorm National Park, and excursions to Inverness and Loch Ness run locally. Elgin is less than 14 miles away. Craigellachie Salmon Fishing Beat is directly opposite the hotel, and many famous distilleries are within 30 minutes' drive. The area is a popular spot for hunting and walking. Nestled in the luxury valley of Speyside, The Craigellachie Hotel was described by Condé Nast Traveller as “the oldest and greatest whisky hotel in the world”. The Craigellachie has 26 bedrooms, and it’s home to the oldest pub in Speyside: the Spey Inn, an old drovers inn dating back to 1703, and to the world-renowned Quaich Bar, where guests and tourists can savour over 1,000 single-malt whiskies alongside some of the best cocktails. The luxury valley of Speyside is home to 70% of whisky distilleries and the most famous ones such as Macallan, Glenfarclas, Glenfiddich, Craigellachie and many more, are within a 20-mile radius from the hotel. Speyside is also renowned for its incredible scenery and the River Spey is just 3 minutes from the hotel. It is a spectacular place to come and visit for walks, tours or just relaxing. Speyside is known for being a microclimate and its food produce is regarded as some of the finest in the world. The Craigellachie offers free in-room WiFi, free parking and local staff to help you plan your best Speyside adventures. Our menus offer the finest local produce, whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

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

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
6.8
Low score for Craigellachie
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  • Alexander
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable rooms, very warm welcome from the staff. The whisky bar is brilliant with very knowledgable bartender. Food in the pub was nice. The location is stunning.
  • Donaldb
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nothing to fault. Lovely dedicated whisky bar in what is similar to a large dining room.
  • Pat
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really helpful staff and a good restaurant. Rooms furnished to a very good standard as is the whole hotel.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Spey Inn
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Tennis court
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • 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).
    Services
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Packed lunches
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 15:00

    Check-out

    Until 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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

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

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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    FAQs about Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside

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

    • Room options at Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Yes, Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

      • Children's playground
      • Tennis court
      • Bicycle rental

    • Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside has 1 restaurant:

      • Spey Inn

    • The prices at Craigellachie 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.