Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Delicious food
Beautiful location
Cons:
Rude owner
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
Clean and well-presented rooms as noted, but some issues with condensation mentioned.
Service
9.58
Staff consistently reviewed as friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.62
Central location with beautiful views, ideal for whisky tasting.
Room Quality
8.57
Small rooms noted; however, they were cozy and well-decorated.
Amenities
8.6
Good selection of amenities, though experiences varied slightly.
Value for Money
8.56
Pricing considered high for room size but expected beforehand.
Food and Beverage
9.61
Excellent food and generous portions praised across reviews.
Overall Experience
9.68
Overall feedback leans towards very positive, with some minor concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 20:06

Property Description

Convenient Location:
Located near popular attractions like Huntly Castle and Grantown Museum, The Mash Tun offers easy access to must-see spots in the area.

Comfortable Rooms with Views:
Each room at The Mash Tun features cozy furnishings, a coffee machine, and a private bathroom. Some rooms even offer a terrace or stunning river views for a memorable stay.

Delicious Breakfast Options:
Start your day right with an à la carte, continental, or Full English/Irish breakfast available every morning at the hotel.

Ready to experience the charm of The Mash Tun? Book your stay now for a delightful getaway.

Important information:

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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 12 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for £37 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

9.1
Based on 407 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 9.58
Location: 9.62
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 9.61
Overall Experience: 9.68
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

A good atmosphere in the bar/restaurant area and good menu choice

Cons:

The room was relatively small, especially the shower room when considering the room price. Also drink and food prices were very top end which probably reflects the area for tourism on the Speyside Whisky Trail

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Petra • couple • de
10
The Mash Tun ist ein kleines Juwel und wir kommen gerne wieder.
Pros:

Der Service und das Personal waren extrem freundlich und aufmerksam.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • gb
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Cary • couple • us
9
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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KStefanJ • solo_traveller • se
10
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • extended_group • de
9
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • at
8
Pros:

Tolle Lage mitten im Whiskeymekka, nettes Zimmer, Lokal direkt im Haus....sehr gutes Abendessen und Frühstück

Cons:

Dusche (schwergängige Armatur) und Position Waschcken im Bad könnten berbessert werden

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • us
10
Beautiful rooms, great staff, and the food was amazing.
Pros:

We loved the location near Aberlour and the Main Street. The view of the river was beautiful.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • au
9
Tori and the team- you are the best!!!!
Pros:

A gorgeous place to stay- rooms were stunning. The staff AMAZING!!!!!! Be so proud of the team you have.

Cons:

unfortunately the beds were hard. But the beds are the only thing I can "fault"

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Shobhana • extended_group • us
9
Would love to visit again.
Pros:

The Restaurant breakfast was wonderful. Dinner/Lunch menu and food was ok. The location is very good - right next to river spey where you can take walks. And very close to main street where you can do your shopping and visit distilleries on foot. We stayed in the Lodge rooms and the place was great. Loved it.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Karim • couple • us
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

The staff were so friendly and accommodating, the room was very nice and clean and the bed was extremely comfortable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Dino • extended_group • de
10
Jederzeit wieder . Kann ich nur empfehlen
Pros:

Die Lage ist super , das Frühstück sehr lecker . Die Auswahl an Whisky ist Mega

Cons:

Leicht fauliger Geruch im Bad

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The location of The Mash Tun Inn is excellent for those who enjoy walking and who are planning a whiskey tour in the Speyside area. The breakfast was also great and they were able to cater for my wife's dietary requirements as a vegan.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Panayiotis • solo_traveller • cy
6
Pros:

The location was very good, and the room was very nice and spacious. The food at the restaurant was quite decent, although the prices are a bit high.

Cons:

The staff, unfortunately, did not seem to match the standards of the hotel. One of the girls at the restaurant was quite rude and abrupt, and it was clear she did not want to be there. Another staff member at breakfast appeared impatient when taking our order. The young man working at the restaurant didn’t even know the menu well enough to take an order. Even during check-out, they struggled with processing our room charges and payment.

The water pressure in the bathroom was UNACCEPTABLE, and there was not enough hot water. The shared restrooms were not cleaned frequently, which was quite noticeable.

Overall, the hotel has potential, but it clearly lacks well-trained staff to operate at the level it aims for. I would not choose to stay here again.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
10
Staff were welcoming and attentive. Very impressed with our two night stay. We will definitely be back 😊
Pros:

Beautiful location/amazing food/lovely staff

Cons:

N/a although champagne by the glass would be a lovely offering for such a high end place

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • extended_group • gb
10
Will absolutely stay here again, couldn’t recommend it enough
Pros:

It was very well decorated, every small detail had been thought about. It was quiet in the evening and couldn’t hear the bar or outside. The food was incredible and the staff were fantastic so helpful and friendly.

Cons:

N/a

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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thomas • extended_group • no
8
Very friendly hotel for whiskey lovers and fishermen.
Pros:

We had an entire appartment with 4 bedrooms and a livingroom with fire place. A wood fired sauna was a pleasant addition. The accomodation spacious and very well maintained. The bar and restaurant was serving good food and drinks.
The staff was very helpful.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • couple • gb
8
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Sandy • couple • gb
7
Memorable
Pros:

Food was amazing and location beautiful.

Cons:

For what the room was, it was pricey. Guess we knew that on booking.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee