The Royal Hotel Elgin

Hotels
8 (701 reviews)
Station road , Elgin , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Ironing service
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Unclean areas
Room quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.25
Mixed reviews; cleanliness was mentioned positively, but issues raised about unclean areas.
Service
8.75
Many positive comments about helpful and friendly staff.
Location
8.75
Location is convenient for train travelers.
Room Quality
6.75
Rooms mentioned as poorly equipped and not as advertised, with issues noted.
Amenities
7.75
Certain useful amenities were noted, but several areas need improvement.
Value for Money
8.25
Generally acceptable but noted areas needing work that affect perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Positive comments about breakfast and dinner service, but issues with meal availability.
Overall Experience
8.25
Despite some significant issues, overall a positive experience for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 10:21

Property Description

Charming 3-Star Accommodation in Elgin

Convenient Amenities: The Royal Hotel Elgin offers free private parking, free WiFi, and comfortable family rooms. Guests can enjoy a bar, on-site restaurant, and a coffee shop during their stay.

Delicious Dining Options: Start your day with a choice of à la carte or continental breakfast, including warm dishes, fruits, and juice. Packed lunches are also available for your convenience.

Family-Friendly Environment: Kids will love the indoor play area, making it a perfect choice for families. Explore nearby attractions like Huntly Castle and Brodie Castle during your stay.

Book your stay at The Royal Hotel Elgin for a delightful and memorable experience.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 701 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.25
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 6.75
Amenities: 7.75
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast was really good. My double room was nice, the shower was great! Great location, practically right across the road from the train station.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely bright spacious room. Good location for Elgin and surrounding area. Staff were fantastic and food was great.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
4
ELGIN STAY
Pros:

Location and breakfast

Cons:

Receptionist Sonia said we had an executive upgrade. Was a very small attic room that had tele not working and handle of toilet came off in hand .

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff were friendly and chef is a nice guy

Cons:

Didn't like the fact of been accused of blocking the toilet.. which I resolved myself

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Toby • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Excellent location. Very friendly staff. Fab breakfast

Cons:

No hot water for a shower!

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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James uk • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Excellent facilities. Quiet cosy room. Good breakfast and nice staff.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Sweets 64 😋 • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Ross • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Iain • couple • gb
5
Won’t be back.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The shower was barely usable, it was hanging off the walls the shower doors were hanging off and the mirror was too low to be useable. The cooked breakfast was barely edible.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Very and helpful woman who served breakfast.xx

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Carolann • family_with_children • gb
6
Average stay, nice food, friendly staff, tired hotel needs alot of upgrade.
Pros:

Dry good breakfast

Cons:

Tired room, carpet very tired looking. Shower was not clean. Some upstairs noise.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Georgia • couple • gb
4
Cons:

No remote controls for the TV in the room. Bathroom was unclean. No one at the property to greet us or check us out. Met on cleaner the entire time. Restaurant closed the entire stay - not made clear on booking.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • family_with_children • gb
9
Will be back
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Friendly staff

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Marg • couple • ca
9
Pros:

Hotel is a little worn, but perfect for one night's stay

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
4
Good food and friendly staff, but hotel and room in poor condition.
Pros:

Breakfast was good

Cons:

Hotel undergoing renovations - constant noise during daytime and looking shabby in certain areas. Shower door fell off, as did the shower head. Paint peeling in bathroom.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Wilma • couple • gb
4
Accommodation was fair
Pros:

Breakfast was good

Cons:

We complained no plug in bathroom sink but it wasn’t replaced

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Giedre • solo_traveller • gb
10
Due to some issues in the room I booked I was upgraded on arrival and all the team went out of their way to make my stay
Pros:

Fantastic staff, went out of their way to make my stay comfortable

2026-01-11 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-01-07 • via Nuitee