Douglas Arms Hotel, Banchory ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

22 High Street, Banchory, Gb, Banchory, United Kingdom, AB315SR

Douglas Arms Hotel is a well-established local hotel in Banchory, known for its high-quality food and accommodation. It features a bar, terrace, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. The hotel offers easy access to activities like hiking and cycling, with proximity to the scenic Cairngorms National Park. Guests can expect a warm personal welcome from professional hosts, enhancing the inviting atmosphere.

Location

Situated 35 km from Aberdeen, the hotel is conveniently located near attractions like Banchory Museum and Drum Castle. Public transport options and local landmarks make sightseeing easily accessible for guests. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, located approximately 30 km away. The scenic surroundings offer opportunities for exploration and adventure.

Rooms

All guestrooms are equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. Each room includes essential amenities like a kettle, wardrobe, bed linen, and towels. Options range from double and twin rooms to family accommodations, catering to various guest needs. Bathrooms are equipped with either bathtubs or showers, providing comfort and convenience.

Eat & Drink

A continental and à la carte breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. Guests can enjoy meals at the on-site bar and café, providing a cozy dining environment. The focus is on high-quality food using local ingredients, which guests frequently appreciate in reviews. The dining options ensure a satisfying start to the day and an enjoyable atmosphere.

Leisure & Business

Douglas Arms Hotel provides various recreational opportunities, including free bike rentals for exploring the nearby area. Guests can also engage in outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. For those traveling on business, the hotel’s public areas offer free Wi-Fi, supporting work needs during stays. The establishment is equipped to offer a high standard of service and amenities.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

7 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Family Room Bath

Max:

4 persons

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

7 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Landscape view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Banchory100 m

Airports

Aberdeen (ABZ) 30.4 km

Dundee (DND) 92.0 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Great Breakfast!

I thoroughly enjoyed my breakfast at the adjoining cafe; it was delicious and made for a great start to the day.view full review

Comfortable Room

The room I stayed in was clean and cozy, providing the perfect environment for a restful night’s sleep.view full review

Nice Bar!

The bar was a wonderful spot to unwind, with reasonable prices and a great selection of drinks. Perfect after a long day.view full review

Easy Parking

The parking was convenient and hassle-free, which made coming and going during my stay a breeze.view full review

General

Wi-Fi
Parking

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Children

Cots

Room features

Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

22 High Street, Banchory, Gb, Banchory, United Kingdom, AB315SR

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22 High Street, Banchory, Gb, Banchory, United Kingdom, AB315SR

City landmarks

Bridge

Falls of Feugh

1.1 km

Farm

Aberdeenshire Highland Beef

1.5 km

Bridge Of Feugh

1.2 km

Scolty Hill

2.3 km

Raemoir

Raemoir Trout Fishery

2.0 km

Castle

Crathes Castle

4.1 km

Knockburn Loch

3.9 km

The Walled Garden

4.2 km

Crathes

Go Ape

4.2 km

Train Station

The Royal Deeside Railway

4.6 km

Nearby

Bridge Street

Banchory Museum

190 m

Restaurants

Ashvale

150 m

Ashvale 4 Watson Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

convenient location

friendly staff

limited dining options

stuffy room

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

5.8

Location

7.8

Service

7.3

Dining

5.0

William

United Kingdom, April 2024

6.2/10

The hotel room I stayed in was small and noisy but somewhat dated. It was also very hot due to its location above a terrace, making it loud. The staff at the hotel were extremely helpful and professional, with a great service attitude. The location was good, convenient on the main street. Sadly, the dining experience was not great, with limited options and an extra charge for a basic breakfast. However, the adjacent cafe made up for it. Overall, a place with ups and downs but served its purpose well.

Rooms

5.0

My room was far too small and noisy due to being situated above a terrace. It also had a somewhat dated feel.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely helpful and professional, providing a great service experience.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was good, situated conveniently on the main street.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience wasn't satisfying, with limited options and an extra charge for a basic breakfast.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent, but nothing exceptional was noted.

Raymond

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.4/10

The hotel looks good in pictures, but there are neglected areas that need some TLC. The rooms were very clean, but they need warming up as the heating was not ideal.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very clean, but they need some TLC and warming up due to heating issues. Looks can be deceiving as there are neglected areas despite appearing good in pictures.

Service

8.0

The service was good overall. Despite a small hiccup with delays in orders, the staff showed us an excellent Scottish welcome with a family Brunch to kick-start our weekend adventures.

Location

9.0

The location was the best part of staying in the area, especially with the attentive support from Johnnie. Banchory High Street was a lovely and sunny spot in Deeside, but small lapses like an empty soap wrapper in the shower area were noticed.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs. While the Indian dishes were enjoyable, the timing of availability and some missing elements before 9am could be improved to create a 'wow factor'.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities need a bit of improvement, particularly around dining timing and staffing shortages affecting breakfast service. However, the location and ambiance compensated for the shortcomings.

Tim

United Kingdom, December 2023

5.0/10

The hotel has a wonderful location with central access to various amenities. The rooms, although appearing good in pictures, need refurbishing and lack space for storage. The service was inconsistent with delays in communication. The dining options were limited and not readily available. The hotel is noisy due to its location beside a pub.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms, though visually appealing in pictures, need refurbishing and lack essential furniture like wardrobes or dressing tables.

Service

5.0

The staff were friendly but there were delays and miscommunications regarding orders and availability of services.

Location

6.0

The hotel, located next to a noisy pub, is centrally situated but noisy and not ideal for a quiet stay.

Dining

5.0

Limited dining options available with delays in food service.

Facilities

5.0

Basic facilities with noisy surroundings.

Harry

United Kingdom, December 2023

6.6/10

The hotel offered a very basic room for the night, with limited comfort and stuffy atmosphere due to the small window opening only 6 inches. On the positive side, the room was well laid out and spacious for two people, and there were onsite amenities available.

Rooms

6.0

The room was very basic and lacked real comfort, but it was well laid out with plenty of space for two people. The stuffy atmosphere was a downside due to the restricted window opening.

Service

7.0

The service was customer-focused, good, and provided by friendly and knowledgeable staff. Despite happily accepting payment, the information about the restaurant's opening time at 5 was a bit inconvenient. The housekeeping service was satisfactory.

Location

8.0

The location was perfect for the area, being the best part of the stay. Although convenient, it was slightly old and hard. However, the nearby amenities and pricing at £29 a night in a premier inn were appealing.

Dining

5.0

The adjacent café provided an excellent dining experience, although the absence of a chef in the pub's restaurant was a drawback. The breakfast consisted only of four cereals without additional options.

Facilities

7.0

convenient location

limited dining options

Kenny

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

The hotel provided a cozy room that was well laid out, with plenty of space for the two of us, although it needed warming up due to the heating issue. While it was fine for a one-night stay, I wouldn't prefer an extended stay as it was very small and lacked some basic amenities. The hotel's exterior is not the most attractive we have seen, but it served its purpose effectively.

Rooms

7.0

The room was well laid out and had plenty of space for us, though it needed heating adjustment.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and welcoming, showing us an excellent Scottish welcome with a family Brunch to kickstart our weekend adventures. They were accommodating and made us feel at home.

Location

8.0

The location was the best part of staying in the area, right in the town center on Banchory High Street. It offered a wonderful setting for our visit, despite the property being in need of some updating.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was absolutely delicious, offering beautiful and wholesome dishes. However, the availability of food options could have been better, especially in the mornings.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel lacked some basic facilities and amenities that could have enhanced our stay. Despite this, the overall experience was comfortable and met our needs for our short stay.

Paul

United Kingdom, June 2023

6.2/10

The hotel seemed promising in pictures, but my stay revealed neglected areas and an uncomfortably hot room overnight. Yet, there was a leaking shower screen. The service was warm and welcoming, although my order was delayed due to other priorities which resulted in a deduction for the inconvenience. The central location was the best part of my experience, being on the main street for the job I was on. The dining options were lacking, with poor-quality offerings only available after 9 am. Overall, the hotel provides a great location and service, but improvements are needed in room maintenance and dining experience.

Rooms

5.0

The room appeared good in pictures but had neglected areas and was excessively hot overnight, with a leaking shower screen.

Service

7.0

The service was exemplary with a warm welcome, but my order was delayed, resulting in a deduction for that night.

Location

9.0

The central location on the main street was the highlight of my stay for the job I was on.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing with poor-quality options and delays before 9 am.