Eight Acres Hotel

Hotels
6.7 (508 reviews)
Morriston Road , Elgin , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Spa/wellness center services
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Excellent service
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Limited parking
Expensive breakfast
No spa services
Mixed room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness as a positive aspect.
Service
8.2
Service was generally appreciated, with outstanding staff mentioned in multiple reviews.
Location
8.1
The hotel is located in close proximity to key landmarks and public transport, appreciated by guests.
Room Quality
7.2
Rooms were mostly comfortable and clean, though some reviews mentioned outdated or worn-out facilities.
Amenities
6.9
Mixed reactions to amenities, with some guests highlighting positives like the gym and pool, while others criticized the lack of certain services.
Value for Money
6.9
Varied opinions on the value for money, with some guests feeling the price was high for the offerings.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Breakfast and restaurant services received generally positive feedback, though some guests desired more variety.
Overall Experience
7.5
Most guests had a positive overall experience and expressed intention to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-08-04 13:44

Property Description

Manicured Grounds and Contemporary Style
Eight Acres Hotel is set in 8 acres of beautiful grounds and offers bright, contemporary bedrooms with en-suite facilities.

Breakfast Daily and Bar Service
Guests can enjoy daily breakfast and purchase drinks at the bar during their stay.

Ideal Location for Exploring Elgin
Located in Elgin near the Moray Firth, our hotel provides a convenient base for visiting whisky distilleries and experiencing Scotland's wildlife.

To book your stay at Eight Acres Hotel and explore Elgin, book now!

Important information:

Please inform Eight Acres Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Please note all spa treatments should be booked directly with the hotel prior to arrival.

Please note that this property does not have a lift, all bedrooms are located on either the first or second floor, accessible via stairs only. Therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment.

Please note payments are only possible by card.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: INV

Property Policies

  • 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. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 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 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 14 years old stay for £25 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

6.7
Based on 508 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 8.2
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 6.9
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 7.5
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Averil with friends gb
6
Pleasant
2025-07-29 via Nuitee
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Emma family with young children gb
9
Would stay again.
Pros:

The staff were incredible. So helpful, we had an issue with the shower in one of our rooms and it was sorted promptly. We also had a member of our party fall unwell and the staff were very accommodating to this and even offered assistance past our stay. The hotel is due to be renovated in the next few weeks so amenities were not great and the rooms were noisy but this will hopefully be sorted with the refurbishment. Breakfast was great. Would love to stay here again after the refurbishment as long as the staff are retained.

Cons:

Noisy rooms (could hear the neighbours) but as mentioned above it is likely this will be sorted with the renovations.

2025-06-13 via Nuitee
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Adam
8
Pros:

We're rather disappointed on arrival as the pool was closed as was the restaurant. But were able to walk into town and get meal. Breakfast was excellent and the room comfortable. Most importantly the staff were superb and very helpful. We had a fire alarm on the first night and they responded superbly. Calm and organised and so reassuring. Liaised with fire brigade and the police so that all was calm. The fire was a bin set alight with a cigarette stub. The hotel is about to close for renovations and should be good when done. Well sited and a good centre for the whole area with easy parking a good grounds.

2025-06-04 via Nuitee
R
Richard young couple gb
3
Poor
Pros:

Bed big and comfortable

Cons:

No hot water for shower

2025-06-02 via Nuitee
S
Stephen review category business travellers gb
2
Avoid
Pros:

not much

Cons:

Hotel was run down, decking at entrance was old and damaged, so didn't start off well. £15 for a breakfast on top of an already overpriced room. Didn't pay. No restaurant for evening meal, thankfully. Hotel had previously been used for asylum seekers and hadn't been cared for clearly. Would avoid this hotel at all costs!

2025-05-29 via Nuitee
A
Andrea family with young children gb
8
Very good
Pros:

The breakfast was good and the staff friendly

Cons:

The building is outdated

2025-05-25 via Nuitee
M
Mark with friends gb
10
Exceptional
2025-05-15 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth
2
Had to move hotels it was that bad
Pros:

This is not a hotel!
It was closed down after being used to house asylum seekers and has been reopened for some mad reason.
do not use this place.
We stayed one night and booked another hotel the next morning.

2025-05-08 via Nuitee
S
Stephanie family with young children gb
10
Exceptional
2025-05-04 via Nuitee
K
Kerry with friends gb
5
Need a serious kick up the arse
Pros:

How rundown it was. Also restaurant, bar and spa facilities were closed allegedly for renovation. The photos on their website are a little bit cheeky considering what it looks like on the website and what you actually get but the staff and Reception are brilliant.

2025-05-03 via Nuitee
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Ellis review category business travellers gb
4
Disappointing
2025-05-03 via Nuitee
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Trevor review category business travellers gb
7
Good
Pros:

Stayed there a number of times, but change ownership meant no restaurant facilities apart from breakfast. Dinners were good and one of reasons chose the hotel. Hopefully will be back

2025-04-28 via Nuitee
K
Keith with friends gb
7
Good
2025-04-27 via Nuitee
J
Janet family with young children gb
1
Awful and sadly checked out two days early .
Pros:

Chose hotel for location

Cons:

The hotel had not been cleaned, the general area was very grubby and the hand plate area on doors were very dirty.
The carpet in the room was dirty and the curtains were hanging off the railing. In the bathroom there was a dirty towel left hanging over heater with what looked like blood and toothpaste on it.
Overall the property gave the impression that it was closing imminently. It was extremely run down. I have tried to contact the hotel but as yet Ive had no reply.

2025-04-25 via Nuitee
T
Tasha young couple gb
6
Pleasant
2025-04-23 via Nuitee
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Robert young couple gb
8
Very good
Pros:

Disappointed that the swimming pool and gym spa facilities were unavailable, there were no bar facilities and no evening meal dining. However, the staff were amazing fixing problems with our initial room and rerooming us. The room was very comfortable and clean.

2025-04-14 via Nuitee
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Shirley young couple gb
10
Would stay again.
Pros:

Great setting close to Elgin centre. Very comfy room with nice view of the gardens. Staff really helpful.

2025-04-13 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
Pros:

Pleasant girl on reception on arrival, very helpful & knowledgeable.
Room a tad dated but nothing wrong with it
Decor overall in keeping with building’s age
Breakfast very enjoyable

2025-04-12 via Nuitee
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Ally group gb
7
Lovely venue , clean and Friendly GREAT value
Pros:

Breakfast was very good. Staff very friendly room very clean and had everything we needed

Cons:

Pumps on the beers were not on and there were no dedicated bar staff
Breakfast was a wee bit disorganised and no fried or poached eggs only scrambled

2025-03-31 via Nuitee
J
Jane family with young children gb
7
Our stay at the eight acres met our needs. Staff were outstanding. We’ll be back!
Pros:

Excellent breakfast.
Really lovely staff with faultless, friendly service from everyone at eightacres.
Nice toiletries in the room and a good tea/ coffee tray
Dog friendly

Cons:

No dining facilities at the moment apart from breakfast.
Rooms dated, poor quality pillows , thin towels.

2025-03-26 via Nuitee