The Speyside Hotel and Restaurant

Hotels
9.4 (925 reviews)
The Speyside Hotel Grant Road , Grantown on Spey , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious food
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Weak shower
Limited breakfast options
Poor WiFi

Categories

Cleanliness
8.43
Generally clean, but specific mentions of issues with cleanliness in the shower.
Service
9.9
Friendly and accommodating staff with positive guest interactions.
Location
9.94
Great location with proximity to main attractions.
Room Quality
9.39
Large and comfortable rooms, but some complaints about limited comfort.
Amenities
8.92
Basic amenities provided, standard for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.38
Overall value is perceived positively by guests.
Food and Beverage
9.43
Food quality received positive remarks, with excellent breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.8
Guests express a strong likelihood of returning due to positive experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 18:22

Property Description

Charming Hotel in Grantown on Spey

Luxurious Accommodation and Dining
The Speyside Hotel and Restaurant offers comfortable rooms with a garden view and a restaurant serving delectable Scottish cuisine. Special dietary requests are catered to with vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan options available.

Exciting Outdoor Activities
Located near various attractions, guests can partake in outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and cycling. The hotel's proximity to Abernethy Golf Club and Boat of Garten Golf Club makes it a perfect choice for sports enthusiasts.

Convenient Amenities
With free WiFi, private parking, and a shared lounge, guests can relax and unwind during their stay. The paid airport shuttle service adds convenience for travelers. Book your stay at The Speyside Hotel and Restaurant for a memorable experience in Grantown on Spey.

Important information:

Please inform 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £5 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 12 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 925 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.43
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 9.39
Amenities: 8.92
Value for Money: 9.38
Food and Beverage: 9.43
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Andy • solo_traveller • gb
7
Comfortable room but..
Pros:

The location was central. The room was comfortable.

Cons:

We felt an inconvenience for the staff.
It's true that it was busy the night we stayed and like most places the number of staff was restricted but ...

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
7
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
8
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Anne-Lise • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Accueil très sympathique, restaurant excellent, ambiance écossaise au top, conseils avisés au bar

Cons:

Portes des chambres qui laissent passer la lumière du couloir

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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diane • couple • gb
10
Excellent stay , will definitely return
Pros:

The hotel was excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food in the restaurant was excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Situation,friendly greetings,excellent food,comfy beds

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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CHRISTOPHER • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Discover44963173608 • Couples • Edinburgh, Scotland
10
Delicious food, great ambiance, extensive whisky collection.
Pros:

Fabulous food, extensive whisky collection. Would recommend.

2026-05-03 • via Tripadvisor
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Brilliant hotel the restaurant food is exceptional which includes the breakfast
Staff are very friendly and great fun
We would be very happy to return

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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865sued • Couples
8
A welcoming quiet Hotel
Pros:

Lovely hotel just a short distance from the centre of town.

We had a nice quiet room with everything we needed.

Dog very happy too!

Brilliant dinner and breakfast.

Hosts very welcoming

2026-05-02 • via Tripadvisor
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luciariv • solo_traveller • es
10
Repetimos asi que imaginaros que cool ha sido ;)
Pros:

Hemos repetido por nuestra luna de miel , ya que el ambiente , el trato y el cariño de los que gestionan el hotel es digno dr admirar .

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Sightsee47331450300 • Friends getaway
10
WOW the PIES have it, the PIES have it
Pros:

Visited a Pie and Whisky tasting event as part of the Spey Side Whisky festival 2026. Drawn from an extensive list of whisky from across the region and beyond, the experience included 5 drams of your choice. Included was a pie of which there was a choice of 3, all made to order and served with mashed potato and sessional veg. WOW. The pie, large and amply filled with locally source ingredients was outstanding and star of the show. Excellent hosts and very enjoyable experience. In the future, this event would be my number one booking priority.

2026-04-29 • via Tripadvisor
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Graham • family_with_children • gb
6
Not what I expected for the price paid.
Pros:

Location was very good, two minutes walk from town centre

Cons:

The first room that we were given was awful, small, dark and dinghy, tiny shower room, one seat in a dark corner and an awful musty small. After complaining, we were given the room advertised in booking.com. This still had a small to it, beds were of low quality but much better than the first room.
Having to complete a form, detailing our breakfast request was something that I have not seen for many years. No food/drinks are available for self access so required requests for everything, e.g. top-up of fruit juice, change of yoghurt flavour initially given, furthe toast, etc, etc.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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SIMON • couple • gb
10
Loved it
Pros:

The standard of the dinner and breakfast was superb. Comfortable hotel with friendly and engaging owners. Lovely bar which you don’t want to leave.

Cons:

Nothing not to like

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • extended_group • au
10
Ok. Nil issues.
Pros:

Three adults in a family room. The room was quite large. Comfortable. Restaurant downstairs had a good selection and food was OK. Breakfast was included and was a very good selection.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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steinrunark2019 • Friends getaway • Smola Municipality, Møre og Romsdal, Western Norway
10
Very nice hotel and Restaurant
Pros:

Three Norwegian guys on Speyside Whisky trail tour spent two nights at The Speyside hotel. The rooms and atmosphere were great. Eating, drinking and service was fantastic. This hotel and The Ghillie Bar & Restaurant is highly recommended.

2026-04-17 • via Tripadvisor
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Sam • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic Hotel
Pros:

Mark & Lucy are wonderful hosts - Lucy is an amazing chef and Mark is full of information about the local area as well as tipping us off about visiting the most gorgeous Highland Coos! The hotel has a lovely atmosphere, gorgeous food, an impressive whisky collection and is a fantastic location for exploring the Cairngorms. Highly recommended.

Cons:

Having to leave!

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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91solar • Couples • Cupar, Fife, Scotland
10
A Great Stay
Pros:

My wife and I have just enjoyed a 2 night break staying at the Speyside Hotel. Our room was spacious and very comfortable. The hotel was well appointed and the atmosphere within was relaxed and friendly. The food was excellent as were the hosts Mark and Lucy. We hope to return and are very happy to recommend the Speyside Hotel to anybody looking for a great place to stay in Grantown.

2026-04-13 • via Tripadvisor
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pamela164 • Family
10
Lovely stay at the Speyside Hotel
Pros:

Just back from a few days staying at the Speyside Hotel in Grantown on Spey. The owners , Mark and Lucy are first class hosts and Lucy’s cooking using local produce is exceptional!!
From breakfast in the morning till dinner in the evening, it’s all delicious!
The Ghillie Bar is lovely to sit before dinner with a glass of wine, beer , dram or soft drink from their well stocked bar and then into the warm and welcoming dining room with its lovely decor and amazing new wall decoration of a huge salmon!
Discovering the local area is easy from the hotel and then back to chill in the evening in the small beer garden or bar.

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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L1693EQruthp • Family
10
A hidden gem
Pros:

We spent two nights at the hotel and was the best experience we’ve had in a long time. Friday night was a themed dinner showcasing the best food that the region had to offer. Breakfast was delicious and dinner on Saturday served the best venison pie. Hotel rooms clean and comfortable. Mark and Lucy the perfect hosts - we will be back. 🙏

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor