The Commercial Hotel

Hotels
9 (649 reviews)
19 The Square , Tarland , Tarland , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Garden
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great value for money
Cons:
Facility a little tired
Breakfast a little weak

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Clean and comfortable accommodations as highlighted in multiple reviews.
Service
9.75
Staff are consistently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.25
Great location with a quiet rural setting appreciated by guests.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms are described as spacious and well-kept, though a few areas could be improved.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities are satisfactory with several positive remarks about food and accommodations.
Value for Money
9.25
Many reviews reflect that guests find excellent value for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Food quality received strong praise, though some minor improvements mentioned.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall sentiment is highly positive with guests expressing satisfaction and intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 10:29

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Garden and Bar
Experience a stay at The Commercial Hotel in Tarland, where luxury meets comfort. Indulge in our 4-star accommodation featuring a garden, bar, and an exquisite onsite restaurant. Enjoy the convenience of room service, luggage storage, and free parking for your vehicles, including bicycles and motorbikes. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in our well-appointed rooms equipped with a desk, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Unwind in the cozy ambiance and make use of the wardrobe for your belongings.

Delicious Locally-Sourced Dining
Start your day with a delicious cooked breakfast including locally sourced ingredients. Savor bar meals at the restaurant, offering a taste of the region's finest flavors.

Book your stay at The Commercial Hotel now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 649 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Dean • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Clean and tidy , helpful staff , friendly locals , rear car park for motorcycle , shop across the road .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ralf • couple • de
9
Gutes Hotel mit TOP-Frühstück und-Dinner
Pros:

Ruhig, großes Zimmer, sehr gutes Frühstück und noch besseres Abendessen

Cons:

Ein bisschen von den Sehenswürdigkeiten entfernt

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Dominique • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Hotel, pub, restaurant, tout y est pour un séjour très agréable, sur une petite place tranquille, dans un petit village écossais.
Propriétaire sympathique et très bonne cuisine

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • solo_traveller • de
6
Pros:

Sehr freundliches und zuvorkommendes Personal. Schöne Vintage-Einrichtung im Restaurant und im Zimmer.
Das Abendessen war sehr lecker.
Einen Parkplatz gibt es direkt hinter dem Haus.

Cons:

Da es ein altes Gebäude ist, musste man die Koffer die Treppen hochschleppen. Unter dem Teppich im Flur waren die Diele schief und unebenen zu laufen.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Argy • solo_traveller • gb
8
I would definitely return!
Pros:

The location is very nice and quiet. The hotel has plenty of spaces - indoors and outdoors - for relaxation or socialising. The food menu was surprisingly good (considering rural Scotland) for a vegetarian.

Cons:

The bar and restaurant staff tend to be very slow to respond. However, when they do, they are attentive and pleasant.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Dean • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Kristin • couple • us
10
This place was a perfect base to explore the park areas and come back to quiet and comfort.
Pros:

The breakfast was exceptional. Lots of choices on the one that was included in the room booking. We stayed two days to explore the National Park. It was easy to get to major places and Tarland was free of tourist crowds so it was peaceful to return there. We traveled for 3.5 weeks in the UK and the two dinners we had there were the best of the trip. Parking is no problem and was right in front of the hotel. The town has walking trails so we took a wonderful walk to the nearby stone circle on paths the bordered fields. The staff and owners were very helpful and friendly. the rooms were quiet and in excellent condition. If we get to come back, we will stay here.

Cons:

There wasn't anything to complain about here.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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André • couple • be
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Edith • solo_traveller • at
7
Pros:

Sehr gutes Essen! Tolle Lage zu Braemar Gathering!

Cons:

Zimmer trotz Bitte um Beheizung erst am nächsten Morgen warm; Beleuchtungen teils defekt; sehr fleißige, aber überforderte Frühstücksbewirtung (Personal war alleine)

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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patrick • solo_traveller • be
7
Doorsnee overnachting
Pros:

Gezellige pub en vriendelijk personeel

Cons:

Te kleine kamer en s’avonds koud

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • gb
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Tony • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

The hotel was lovely, the lady when I arrived was most welcoming. The place was very clean. lovely, comfy bed. Even a hot water bottle should i have needed one.
I would definitely stay again if im in the area.

Cons:

The only tiny thing was there was Christmas music on in the dining area on 31st August, tiny bit too soon.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

I was well looked after by the staff.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Denise • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

The location is great as we were visiting a family member nearby.we stayed last year as well as we really liked the hotel.
Room 4 was lovely with a comfortable bed. Tea and coffee facilities,plenty of sockets for charging.
Shout out to Mo who served us breakfast great fun and served us with a lovely smile. ❤️

Cons:

Not staying an extra night.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Harald • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Nice rooms, good food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • couple • de
9
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Lindsay • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee