Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

Hotels
8.4 (3758 reviews)
South Deeside Rd, Blairs , Aberdeen , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent service in dining

Categories

Cleanliness
7.68
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues, including dusty areas and dirty bedding.
Service
9.15
Most reviews praised the staff as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.19
Described as tranquil and convenient, with good parking facilities.
Room Quality
8.14
Rooms were generally nice, but issues with temperature and shower aesthetics noted.
Amenities
8.67
Facilities like the gym, spa, and swimming pool were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.13
Overall good value, but some felt it wasn't justified by the experience.
Food and Beverage
7.68
Food received mixed reviews; breakfast was chaotic and coffee was deemed terrible.
Overall Experience
8.55
Positive experiences but with several noted drawbacks impacting the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 12:40

Property Description

Victorian Mansion with Pool, Spa, and Gym

Historic Charm: The 4-star Ardoe House Hotel & Spa, a Victorian mansion built in the 19th century, boasts original staircases, fireplaces, and wooden panelling, offering a unique and charming stay.

Luxurious Amenities: Guests can indulge in the beauty salon, treatment rooms, hot tub, sauna, and steam room, providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience during their stay.

Fine Dining Experience: Blair's restaurant offers exquisite cuisine crafted from fresh, local ingredients, complemented by the option to enjoy food and drinks in the elegant Drawing Room with its grand fireplace.

Experience a blend of historic elegance and modern luxury at Ardoe House Hotel & Spa. Book your stay now to enjoy a tranquil countryside retreat near Aberdeen.

Important information:

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of £20 per dog per stay appliesPlease 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
Airport code: ABZ

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

8.4
Based on 3758 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.14
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 7.68
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Robertson • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely big spotlessly clean rooms. Evening meal really giid.

Cons:

Breakfast wasn't great could have been hotter but better than some other places we've stayed recently.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
9
Great stay and will be back soon.
Pros:

Location.
Dinner was really good as was breakfast. I would describe the food as plentiful and “clean”. Really enjoyed it.

Cons:

It was a bit cold and the common rooms were small.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Denise • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful location, rooms spacious warm and clean. We stayed for Hogmanay and enjoyed the firework display. Breakfast was lovely and fresh.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Rhona • solo_traveller • gb
7
Decent value
Pros:

The room was very good value for money and both the bedroom amd bathroom were a good size and clean. It was very quiet.

Cons:

The water supply was off from 10pm to 5.30am. Not a huge deal but it was planned work and would’ve been nice to know when booking. The hotel was nice but nowhere near as luxurious as it looked online (but still good value).

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic hotel, highly recommend it
Pros:

Beautiful building, lovely spa and pool, food was excellent and the service and friendliness of the staff really made it a lovely experience.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Keely • extended_group • gb
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Rhona • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

We had such a relaxing time, the room was beautiful, pool was great, food was delicious and my wee dog was very welcomed. Looking forward to returning

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Liz • couple • gb
7
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely place to stay
Lots of character and the staff were lovely

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Abdul Wahid • couple • gb
9
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Chloé • extended_group • gb
9
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Lewis • couple • gb
10
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Graham • solo_traveller • gb
10
What a lovely hotel.
Pros:

Lovely hotel. Love to visit again.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great place to stay, would have been nice for there to have been a spa treatment within the price as they were quite exp
Pros:

Very comfortable and beautiful views, some of the staff were very helpful

Cons:

Check in kept getting delayed as the room wasn’t ready due to shortage of staff and the bar staff were busy again due to shortages.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Moto888 • couple • gb
9
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • couple • gb
9
Great value and lovely place and food. Staff are very welcoming
Pros:

Beautiful place

Cons:

Potholes in drive.
Thought I’d damaged the wheel with the noise it made. Difficult to avoid at night as you can’t see them

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • ie
9
Relaxation at its best
Pros:

We had a most relaxing stay at this hotel. The hotel itself is beautiful, full of old world charm, but modern in its facilities. The drawing room has beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and the bedrooms are a generous size. The food and drinks were of a very good standard and catered well for vegetarians. A particular mention to the lovely barman who made the best Irish coffee, after my stroll around the grounds to see the 'highland coos'. Time spent in the leisure centre was a wonderful way to relax in the evening. Overall the hotel was clean, quiet and comfortable and all the staff were very friendly and polite.

Cons:

The bed was a superking size but the duvet wasn't, which caused issues.
The steam room was out of order at the time but that was made clear to all guests prior to check-in.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee