The Rowan Tree Country Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (535 reviews)
Loch Alvie , Aviemore , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Parking issues
Inconsistent room decor
High food prices

Categories

Cleanliness
8.48
Some comments regarding cleanliness were not exceptional; issues noted in room decor and missing items.
Service
9.25
Staff received high praise for friendliness and attentiveness.
Location
8.79
Positive remarks about location, but some concerns regarding parking situation.
Room Quality
8.24
Mixed reviews, with some rooms noted as old-fashioned and cramped.
Amenities
8.77
Generally positive with some areas needing improvement; no gym mentioned.
Value for Money
8.53
Comments suggest some guests felt the price did not fully match their experiences.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Food quality received high praise across multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall positive experiences, but some details noted require attention.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 10:55

Property Description

Elegant Rooms with Scenic Views
The Rowan Tree Country Hotel, dating back to the 1700s, offers elegant rooms with picturesque views of the mountains, Cairngorm National Park, or Loch Alvie. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as TVs, WiFi, and luxurious Egyptian cotton sheets.

Authentic Scottish Dining Experience
Indulge in traditional Scottish breakfasts and Scottish dishes at the hotel's restaurant, which prides itself on using local ingredients. Don't miss out on the cooked breakfast options, including the classic porridge with a hint of whisky. Prior booking for meals is recommended to ensure a delightful dining experience.

Cozy Lounge and Bar with Local Flavors
Unwind in the hotel's cozy lounge and bar, complete with inviting log fires during the winter months. Enjoy a selection of local gins and whiskeys while taking in the historic charm of the original features like open fires and stained-glass leaded windows.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands at The Rowan Tree Country Hotel, where history meets modern comfort. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Dinner must be requested at least 1 day in advance.

Pets are only allowed in the King Rooms, subject to availability and by prior arrangement.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free 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

8.8
Based on 535 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.48
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Thorsten • couple • de
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • solo_traveller • sg
7
Pros:

Cute country hotel, cosy rooms, comfortable beds, breakfast included. Staff were friendly and even provided standing fans when requested and fixed the tv when there were issues.

Cons:

Our rooms had slanted ceilings and we hit our heads multiple times so beware. For breakfast: Scrambled eggs were very runny so could be improved and more vegetables / fresh fruits as part of the offering would be good, although the kitchen gave a larger portion of mushrooms when requested.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • gb
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Sofia • couple • gb
7
Good but a bit overpriced for what you get
Pros:

The location is amazing, next to the lake. Clean and helpful staff.

Cons:

Our room was too hot and you couldn’t even open the windows properly. The facilities are quite old and when the train passes you could feel the bed shacking. We also heard the person next door snoring. I think a bit overpriced overall.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
A great hotel with good food and friendly staff.
Pros:

Food was really good and staff friendly.

Cons:

Close to railway line but this didn't bother us as the line is not really busy and, trains don't run through the night.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Enrik • solo_traveller • ch
5
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal beim Frühstück. Ruhig zwischen 22 Uhr und 7 Uhr. Frühstück ok.

Cons:

Zimmer 6: Abends laute Musik aus dem Restaurant und der Bar (bis auf Intervention hin). Ventilator direkt vor dem Badezimmerfenster laut bis 2230 Uhr und ab 0730 Uhr. Zimmer klein, Badezimmer sehr klein (2m²) und somit auch die Betten äusserst kurz mit hohen Abschlüssen (185 cm lang).
Die Strasse und die Bahn führen fast durchs Haus, sind nachts aber kaum bemerkbar.
Der Preis ist unanständig und unangemessen hoch, scheint aber doch bezahlt zu werden.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Bridget • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Very helpful staff and excellent dinner

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Ross • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely hotel and stay
Pros:

Lovely hotel, staff (very pleasant and knowledgeable about things to do in the area, breakfast (lots of choice) and location. An in between base for Aviemore and the wildlife park at Kingussie, with Loch Insh right there.

Cons:

Only my own preference, but the bed was too soft for me and my partner. Depends what you like, but that was the only dislike and as I said my own preference.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Scott • solo_traveller • us
10
Will return again
Pros:

The atmosphere of the place and the bed was wonderful. As with any travel to the UK in the summer, pack a sleeping mask if you need complete darkness to sleep. Very few hotels below 300 quid a night provide "blackout" curtains.

Cons:

There sincerely is nothing I didn't like

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Iain • extended_group • gb
8
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Sehr ruhig aber wunderschön gelegen. Ein kurzer Fussmarsch führt direkt zum See. Das Essen im Restaurant war exzellent und hat ausgezeichnet geschmeckt.

Cons:

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2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • ca
10
Cozy comfortable cottage feel with helpful staff.
Pros:

Very cozy cottage feel. Staff were wonderful, very helpful. Also there is EV charging which if that’s not advertised it should be - it helped out figuring out charging a lot!

Cons:

I had no things I didn’t like.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Alan • family_with_children • us
7
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Alan • family_with_children • us
7
Beautiful old world hotel
Pros:

Beautiful property, good rooms

Cons:

Restaurant is not great and is expensive. The hotel refused to recommend a family restaurant in Aviemore. Breakfast included but not good.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Jacek • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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susan • couple • gb
10
EXCELLENT for people travelling with dogs - wonderful Loch side walk right next to hotel
Pros:

We stayed with our black labrador. The walks for the dog were FANTASTIC. At the back of the car park is a wooden gate taking you into a vast meadow on the shores of Loch Alvie. absolutely perfect for a lovely dog walk.

Great breakfast

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Clean and hood breakfast

Cons:

Evening dinner choice was a bit limited

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Christian • family_with_children • au
7
Was ok for an overnight stop.
Pros:

Nice lounge areas for relaxing. Dinner was lovely. Breakfast granola, yoghurt and fruit great.

Cons:

Bad smell in room. Welcome was a bit off - not overly friendly.
Breakfast - overcooked and dried out black pudding. Tasted like it had been cooked an hour earlier.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee