Best Boutique Hotels in Moray
This guide to the best luxury, boutique, and design-forward hotels in Moray is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.
Set high above the village of Charlestown of Aberlour and overlooking the River Spey, this elegant country hotel is an ideal venue for shooting and fishing, and for whiskey-lovers. The hotel offers free WiFi and on-site parking. The Dowans Hotel of Speyside was built over 100 years ago and offers the chance for a relaxing break. All rooms are en suite and have excellent views over the beautiful gardens. Rooms at the front of the house have excellent views over River Spey and the surrounding woodland. The hotel is well located for salmon fishing, shooting and visiting the golf courses of Moray and Speyside. The Speyside region is also home to several whiskey distilleries, and many are close to the hotel.
Guest Reviews:
- "Its a home from home and nothing is too much trouble" - "The restaurant food quality was excellent. Comfortable beds & great shower." - "The property was amazing perched up on the hill, with exceptional views across the valley. Attention to detail was on point and nothing was too difficult for the staff and management. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Our room was perfect with a beautiful view. The grounds were well cared for. This property is a 10/10 on all levels."
Superb
331 reviews
Blervie House enjoys a location in Forres, 30 miles from Inverness Castle and 14 miles from Elgin Cathedral. There's a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. At the guest house, every unit comes with a outdoor furniture. The rooms are equipped with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a bath and bathrobes, while certain rooms here will provide you with a fully equipped kitchenette. At the guest house, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Continental and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fresh pastries are available daily at the guest house. Guests can relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. You can play billiards at this 5-star guest house, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. Guests can also relax in the garden or on the sun terrace. Castle Stuart Golf Links is 25 miles from Blervie House, while University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness is 30 miles away.
Guest Reviews:
- "Excellent in every way! Already planning to come back!" - "If I could give this an 11 I would. The room was super comfortable , private, quiet, spotless, great bed with an incredible bathing area. The owners were more than friendly;they made us feel welcome and genuinely cared. After several days when we needed to leave VERY early to travel Graham met us personally at 6 am to help us with our bags. Breakfast was served family style… this was a true inn. The area is just far enough from a small town to give the feeling of staying in a real Scottish estate. If you’re going to the Speyside area, this should be your first choice."
Exceptional
35 reviews
Located in Ballindalloch, 23 miles from Elgin Cathedral, The Delnashaugh has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 28 miles of Huntly Castle. Boat of Garten Golf Club is 22 miles away and Corgarff Castle is 23 miles from the hotel. The hotel provides some rooms with garden views, and all rooms come with an electric tea pot. At The Delnashaugh the rooms are equipped with a closet, a TV and a private bathroom. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. Grantown Museum is 13 miles from The Delnashaugh, while Abernethy Golf Club is 17 miles from the property.
Guest Reviews:
- "Warm welcome on arrival and shown to our rooms. Rooms were spacious, comfortable and clean. Bathrooms were a good size and very clean and warm. Evening meal was excellent and the atmosphere was friendly. Good choice at breakfast and lovely packed lunch kept us going on our long walk. Host and staff were cheery and more than helpful. A great place to stay" - "Great service, friendly staff. Good food" - "Everything about The Delnashaugh is charming and comfortable. The staff were attentive, friendly and helpful. The room was surprisingly spacious, well equipped and perfectly clean. The bar and lounge area are cosy and inviting (the log burner fire in the evening was a nice touch!). We really enjoyed the 3 course set menu dinner (including vegetarian option for my partner) and the breakfast options. I can imagine a set menu isn't for everyone but it added a rustic charm and the food was delicious. The Delnashaugh is understated but a gem of a place to stay - and within easy reach if you're walking or cycling The Speyside way as we were."
Superb
87 reviews
The Seafield Arms is a boutique hotel with chic rooms in the center of Cullen on the Moray Firth Coast and on the North East 250 Route. Free WiFi and free onsite parking is available. All rooms have tea and coffee making facilities. At The Seafield Arms-Cullen rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The hotel features a dining room and bistro restaurant, serving locally sourced meals. There is also a bar serving whiskey, spirits, champagne, fine wines and beers. Private dining and small conference rooms are available at the property. The hotel is surrounded by local golf courses and nearby distilleries all within easy traveling distance. Guests can enjoy numerous local walks and attractions nearby that are easily accessible. Elgin is 22 mi from The Seafield Arms-Cullen. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 51 mi from the hotel.
Guest Reviews:
- "Quiet, clean, liked the interior decorating style, lots of light." - "Huge bed, separate w/c, walk in shower, quality decor." - "Lovely hotel and great location, plenty parking" - "The design of the room and overall hotel was really nice. Shower had really great water pressure and hot water! The receptionist was super helpful and friendly. I only ate at the hotel one evening, but it was great. Lots of food and very tasty. Parking in the nearby city lot is free and convenient. Overall, enjoyed my stay and would come back."
Fabulous
318 reviews
Located in Aberlour, 20 miles from Huntly Castle, The Mash Tun has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. The property is around 22 miles from Elgin Cathedral, 19 miles from Grantown Museum and 25 miles from Abernethy Golf Club. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a closet. Rooms come with a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms include a terrace and some have river views. The rooms in The Mash Tun are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the property. Leith Hall Garden & Estate is 27 miles from the accommodation, while Brodie Castle is 29 miles from the property.
Guest Reviews:
- "Great location Decoration Kind staff Good food" - "A gorgeous little hotel, with heaps of character and the perfect location. Food in the restaurant was also excellent. We were thrilled to have found the Mash Tun." - "Setting, atmosphere, food, whiskey knowledgeable bar tender." - "Beside the river in Aberlour city centre and close to everything. Rooms were big with comfortable beds, nice amenities and a bath tub - and they were named after speyside whisky distilleries. Parking was easy as they allocate lots for guests. Breakfast was delicious. We had a great night doing whisky flights in the bar - their stock list is immaculate!"
Superb
290 reviews
