The Royal Hotel Elgin

Hotels
8 (817 reviews)
Station road , Elgin , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 817 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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Dario Scott • family_with_children • it
7
Albergo discreto per un soggiorno durante una vacanza on the road in Scozia
Pros:

Abbiamo dormito nella depandance posta di fianco alla struttura principale. Camere spaziose. Colazione abbondante anche non alcuni piatti caldi.

Cons:

Camere un pò umide e fredde. Finestre che non isolavano completamente dall'esterno ma poco traffico.Un pò sottodimensionato lo staff per la colazione.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Room was spacious and staff were friendly

Cons:

The blind in the bathroom wasn't able to close due to the cord being broken

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Rushdog • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • gb
4
I looked for any reason to get out
Pros:

Location was convenient and good it had parking

Cons:

Mattress on bed was terrible, room was a box, no WiFi, tv didn’t get reception so absolutely nothing to do.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • us
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • se
8
Bra boende, lite lyhört och dålig frukost.
Pros:

Läget med närhet till tåg och buss.

Cons:

Frukosten var bedrövlig.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Very dated. Not cheap for tiny box rooms we got. Cooked Breakfast was not great, far too greasy, couldn't actually eat it. Strange place

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Aditya Uday Anil • extended_group • de
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Marilyn • solo_traveller • us
10
Great place
Pros:

Great hot breakfast cooked to order

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Isobel • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Mrs C • solo_traveller • gb
5
Two Nights in Elgin
Pros:

The location was near the train station which suited me. The breakfast was cooked fresh. The room was clean.

Cons:

The hotel in in the same street as a fire station and no double glazing. The bed was hard and uncomfortable for my liking. The decor of the room was needing a refresh and paint. The shower door was broken and unstable. Bedroom window was padlocked closed. Bathroom window was painted closed.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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lisa • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Rooms clean & comfortable. Great location

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Gayle • couple • gb
8
Comfortable, enjoyable and central
Pros:

A little bit tired in places but we had a massive room and it was very clean. Breakfast in morning was good. Very central

Cons:

No restaurant on a weekend. Just needed a wee bit of a modernise. Could be a gorgeous place if a bit of money spent on it

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Ben • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Does what it says on the tin

Cons:

n/a

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • gb
1
Disappointing.
Pros:

The shower was hot. Breakfast was nice. Breakfast guy was great!

Cons:

I paid for a king and got a double. My room had no Internet which also meant the TV did not work. The tea was awful, we had spoiled milk in the room. There was a plastic sheet on the bed which was very noisy. Furniture was very poor quality, made noise every time we moved. Had to get on hands and knees to use the plug on the left side of the bed.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • us
8
Relaxing.
Pros:

Close proximity to train station and bus stops. Small town feel.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Rose • extended_group • gb
8
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • solo_traveller • gb
3
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Kayliegh • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Overall it was good

Cons:

Just the booking in and out times for the price you didn’t get to actually stay for long in the room and the restaurant wasn’t open on the Saturday or Sunday that I didn’t know about

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee