Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside

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Bespoke Hotels
8.5 (847 reviews)
Victoria Street , Craigellachie , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Cons:
Overpriced food
Stained mattress

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
There was a mention of a stained mattress in one review.
Service
9
Staff were described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
9
The hotel is in a prime location for exploring the area.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms were noted as comfortable with good amenities.
Amenities
8.5
Amenities received generally positive feedback.
Value for Money
8
Food and drink perceived as slightly overpriced.
Food and Beverage
9
Highly praised food quality in multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall experiences were positive with mentions of returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 10:58

Property Description

Luxury Hotel in Speyside

Nestled in the picturesque village of Craigellachie, The Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside is a historic gem dating back to 1893. Enjoy breathtaking views of the rivers Spey and Fiddoch, the Thomas Telford Bridge, and surrounding mountains from this Victorian beauty.

Whisky Wonderland

Indulge in a whisky lover's paradise at The Craigellachie Hotel, boasting over 700 whiskies in the Quaich Bar. Immerse yourself in tasting sessions and savor the finest single malts. The Copper Dog Grill serves up delicious home-cooked dishes made from local ingredients.

Explore Speyside

Conveniently located just 25 minutes from Cairngorm National Park, The Craigellachie Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the beauty of Speyside. Embark on excursions to Inverness, Loch Ness, and nearby distilleries, or enjoy salmon fishing right across the hotel.

Book now to experience the charm and luxury of The Craigellachie Hotel in Speyside.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free public 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 free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 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.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 847 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Ratiu • extended_group • ro
8
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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William • extended_group • gb
10
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Taylor-Roy • couple • gb
9
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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emmamusichouse • Couples
10
Bounce from this unique, beautiful family hotel into all that Scotland has to offer.
Pros:

At LAST! A stunning, family hotel that treats you like the star guest that you always want to be. The staff without exception were delightful. Anything we needed was listened to properly (none of the"sorry, must get the phone" nonsense), and actioned upon.

From booking to spot on advice; from their whisky connoisseur's bottomless knowledge of whiskies in their world famous Quaich bar and outstanding service overall. If you are lucky enough to stay in one of the 26 most comfortable rooms a hotel has to offer, you will experience the famous Spey Inn, now hosting probably the most delicious dinner I have ever had in Scotland (still dreaming about the venison dish).

Finally, a visit to the Craigellachie is not complete without a wander by the River Spey, the Hylander for Japanese whiskies, or a short drive to the many distilleries, Walker shortbread, walks and swims. Craigellachie holds a special place in my heart. Thank you Piers Adam for bringing this special hotel back to life, and for having us to stay!

2026-02-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Kieran • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • gb
10
Superb
Pros:

Authentic

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Freya • couple • gb
4
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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jonathansB8086ZW • Family
10
Fabulous stay
Pros:

Our 2-night visit exceeded our expectations.
All the staff we encountered, and we met many over our stay, were super-helpful.
We had a lovely surprise when we were told at reception that a bed and bowl and treats were already in our room for our dog (even though we'd brought our own, of course).
The food was great in the pub on our first night and, in the Gemair on our second night, we were delighted by the creativitiy and delicousness of the 7-course tasting menu. That was complemented by a thoughtful set of wine pairings, too.
... and of course, there's a terrific array of malts in the Quaich bar to finish things off.
The atmosphere is excellent, too, with convivial company with other guests: dogs help make introductions, of course, but other thigs do, too, such as friendly games of backgammon with strangers in the Quaich.
We enjoyed walks along the Speyside way, which is right next to the hotel. And Craigellachie is handy for visiting the wide array of attractions nearby in Moray.
We'd thorouhgly recommend it.

2026-02-15 • via Tripadvisor
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Deborah • couple • bw
8
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
10
An excellent hotel in a stunning location
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Abigail • couple • gb
10
Pros:

We really enjoyed our stay at Craiggellachie Hotel. The staff were very welcoming and the hotel is very dog friendly. We arrived quite late due to an accident en route but we were quickly helped inside and seated for dinner. Our dog was welcome everywhere and fussed by everyone and we enjoyed retreating back to the fire in the pub after some snowy walks. The whiskey bar was a great spot to relax at the end of the day too. Good location if you are looking to explore the area and off road parking.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • couple • gb
8
Enjoyable stay
Pros:

We stayed for one night and unfortunately it was during a storm and the hotel/restaurant lost power. Hotel staff went above and beyond to ensure our stay was as comfortable as possible and the kitchen were able to provide all the residents with a cold evening meal. The hotel was full and the staff ensured that all the areas were lit by candles and we had a lovely evening talking to other residents as there was no phone signal or wifi due to the power outage. Power was back on in the morning and had a lovely breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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SHUTA • extended_group • jp
10
最高の体験
Pros:

施設内がアンティーク調ですべてにおしゃれだと思う！

Cons:

とくになし

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Hrefna • couple • is
10
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Emile • couple • gb
9
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Mehr • couple • us
2
Pros:

Staff were very nice. Os at at the whisky bar was knowledgeable.

Cons:

Worse bed.
Very old and uncomfortable
The bathroom drain was not working
Our room was across from breakfast room it was loud and you could hear people talk and eat and walk all morning.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Katie • extended_group • gb
10
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • family_with_children • mo
8
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Lei • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-01-09 • via Nuitee