The Dowans Hotel of Speyside
The Dowans Hotel of Speyside
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 whiskey-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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Michelle
United States“Very clean and beautiful property. The staff were friendly although our server at dinner was not the best.”
Faris United States“Fantastic experience. Could not have spent a better first night in Scotland. Staff was great, and hanging out at the hotel tasting whiskeys was a great experience! Also the rooms seem newly updated, very clean. Location was close to everything! If...”
Amanda
Australia“The property was amazing perched up on the hill, with exceptional views across the valley. Attention to detail was on point and nothing was too difficult for the staff and management. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Our room was perfect with...”- Em United States“The breakfast was great and the staff was very friendly”
- James United States“Every thing was top notch . Service, staff, facility ( what a superb architectural gem), location and drinks/ dining. Gorgeous place with great views. Walk to Aberlour Distillery for tasting or into town. Great home base for Speyside.”
- Wall United States“We appreciated the location, which was close to a couple of towns, castles, and many Whiskey tastings. The staff was friendly, helpful, and very accommodating. Our room was very nice with a beautiful view. The bar and restaurant were outstanding!...”
Scott United States“Very attractive and well maintained property in a very central Speyside location”
Craig United States“Everything!, staff , food, drink, property were all excellent!!”- Amie Australia“The staff and decor were amazing. Beautifully appointed. Dinner and breakfast were good.”
Daniel
United Kingdom“Excellent views! Staff were wonderful and accommodating! Decent breakfast (decent haggis, salmon, fresh eggs) and dinner options, the whisky bar is amazing. Rooms are clean, confy but not too big. Booking taxis for local trips proves a challenge...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- 57
- CuisineScottish
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of The Dowans Hotel of SpeysideGreat facilities! Review score, 9.5
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Guest bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Ski
- Ski storage
Activities
- Live music/Performance
- HikingOff-site
- Skiing
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- DVD player
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/Champagne
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Safe
General
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Portuguese
House rulesThe Dowans Hotel of Speyside takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
