Ramnee Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (626 reviews)
Victoria Road , Forres , GB

Free

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited dining options
Outdated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.55
Room needs serious updating. The ensuite bathroom was noted as very outdated, indicating cleanliness could improve.
Service
9.05
Very friendly and accommodating staff were frequently mentioned positively across multiple reviews.
Location
8.55
The hotel is in a great location with beautiful surroundings, as stated in reviews.
Room Quality
7.55
Rooms need some maintenance, with mentions of updating and two singles pushed together instead of a kingsize bed.
Amenities
8.05
Facilities were modern without compromising the character of the building.
Value for Money
8.55
Good value overall was noted in a couple of reviews; however, some complaints about unexpected charges could affect perception.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Great food noted in multiple reviews, but there were complaints about a limited menu and high drink prices.
Overall Experience
8.25
Overall, guests had a pleasant experience with recurrent positive mentions of staff and the ambiance.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 09:41

Property Description

Charming Edwardian Mansion and Scenic Gardens

Nestled in an Edwardian mansion, the 4-star Ramnee Hotel boasts picturesque gardens and a cozy restaurant. Individually decorated bright rooms offer views of Findhorn Bay, with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs.

Delightful Dining Experience and Whisky Bar

Enjoy classic British dishes made with Scottish ingredients at the elegant restaurant. Start your day with a hearty breakfast and unwind at the bar with a selection of real ales and over 50 malt whiskies to choose from.

Explore the Serene Countryside and Nearby Beach

Located just outside Forres center, adjacent to Grant Park, the family-run Ramnee Hotel is a short drive from Findhorn Beach. With free parking and Inverness Airport within reach, immerse yourself in the beauty of Morayshire countryside.

Book your stay at Ramnee Hotel for a tranquil retreat amidst nature's embrace.

Important information:

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Dogs are allowed at the hotel but guests must inform the property by email before booking. There is a charge of GBP £10 per small dog or £15 per large dog, per night. Please note dogs are not allowed in the bar, restaurant and dining areas.

Manned check-in is daily until 1030pm, however we can arrange later checkin on request.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 626 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.55
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 8.25
J
Joe • couple • us
10
It feels like a coat & tie atmosphere but come as you are
Pros:

We felt like royalty staying at the Ramnee.

2026-09-20 • via Nuitee
J
James • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Location and comfort and parking

Cons:

No dislikes during my stay

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
T
Theodorus • couple • nl
6
Ik zag de vier sterren niet.
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
L
Louise • couple • gb
8
Comfortable traditional Scottish family hotel
Pros:

Thai is a lovely building. The welcome was warm, the room large and a bath was a bonus. The breakfast was tasty with great service. Nice free parking outside.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
H
Heather • couple • ca
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
S
S K • couple • gb
8
Nice traditional hotel.
Pros:

Food & staff in restaurant excellent. Beautiful hotel with lovely grounds.

Cons:

Very cramped room. Small single beds for 6 foot males. Food prices in Restaurant surprisingly expensive for a small hotel.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
J
Joseph • couple • ie
9
Excellent staff
Pros:

Excellent staff and great attention to customers

Cons:

A little dated but a very nice hotel

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
H
Hunter • couple • gb
9
SA most enjoyable, relaxing stay
Pros:

Room and staff were both first class

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
E
Ella • solo_traveller • fr
8
Hotel at Forres
Pros:

Friendly staff, restaurant and breakfast

Cons:

Standard of plumbing, old and fittings were old fashioned.
Room very tight for space
No furniture to store clothes or luggage

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
M
Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
P
Philip • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The hotel had a lot character, the staff were friendly. Nice size room. Comfortable bed. Really nice breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
J
Joan • couple • ch
7
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
M
Melisa • couple • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
B
Brian • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Staff - excellent
Breakfast- amazing
Evening meal - wow!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
G
gerard • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
D
DAVID • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The room was a little small but adequate. The bedding was crisp white and spotless. The towels were white and fluffy. Very comfortable bed. Nice view of lawn with picnic tables. My wife and I had an evening meal which was excellent quite large portions. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

After the excellent evening meal we expected the breakfast to be of the same standard but we were a bit disappointed with the cooked food. One man at the table beside us found 2 hairs in his breakfast which really put me off.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
H
HUGH • couple • gb
9
A lovely comfortable hotel
Pros:

Lovely ambiance and outlook.

Cons:

First class waiter service in restaurant but needs and extra pair of hands to reduce the waiting time .

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
R
Roderick • couple • au
9
Terrific stay. Great location and very helpful staff. Highly recommended.
Pros:

Old family home converted to an hotel. Lots of character.

Cons:

Bathroom probably needed an update, which the owner is aware of and will undertake in the forthcoming off season.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
V
Valentina • solo_traveller • it
10
Struttura di fascino per un soggiorno autentico
Pros:

La struttura mantiene il gusto della sua storia. La mia stanza (209) con vista sul giardino principale aveva un letto comodissimo e un bagno spazioso, con anche il bidet! Colazione efficiente (niente sprechi) e gustosa. Abbiamo anche cenato lì e il ristorante è buono con prezzi nella media.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
P
Philip • couple • es
10
We could not recommend the Ramnee highly enough to anyone visiting the Forres area.
Pros:

An old-fashioned hotel providing old-fashioned service; nothing better! The hospitality was exceptional with the owner highly visible throughout our stay and the manager and staff all excellent. As a team they could not have been more helpful; nothing was too much trouble. The room was very comfortable, as was the bar and restaurant. The food was exceptional.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee