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.

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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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
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Gustavo
    Brazil Brazil
    Breakfast was very good. Also dinner was exceptional, congratulations to the chef! I never tried whisky pairing with and was a wonderful experience
  • Ronald
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    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...
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, very helpful and knowledge staff. Food was outstanding, a great chef.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • 57
    • Cuisine
      Scottish

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
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Beach
  • 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
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • 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

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 room.

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.

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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

  • Room options at The Dowans Hotel of Speyside include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Suite

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

  • The Dowans Hotel of Speyside has 1 restaurant:

    • 57

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

    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach

  • 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.