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A sauna with a tiled exterior and a wooden interior.

A covered patio with a round table and chairs, surrounded by a white railing, overlooking a garden and a building.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a modern design with a stone accent wall and a circular door.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two pillows, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

1. The Angus Hotel & Spa by Compass Hospitality

30.7 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

John

£63

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cozy living room with leather armchairs, a round wooden coffee table, and a stone fireplace with a fire.

A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, a chandelier, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A dining table with a bottle, a glass, and a wine glass.

2. The Speyside Hotel

25.7 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Dee

£107

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a cushioned chair, and a wicker basket filled with logs.

A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a three-tiered tea service, and a variety of snacks and drinks on a table.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and a reception desk.

A stone building with a sign reading "Balmoral Arms."

3. Balmoral Arms

6.5 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Susan

£121

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a lounge area with chairs, and a staircase leading to a higher level.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a dresser, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A lobby with a wooden reception desk, marble counters, and a staircase with wooden railings.

A historic building with a turret and ivy-covered walls, featuring a stone facade and large windows.

4. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

6.2 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Christophe

£157

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, two sofas, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and large windows.

A room with two beds, wooden flooring, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light fixture.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a window with blinds, and a black countertop.

A red cabin with a porch and a picnic table in a forested area.

5. Invercauld Lodges

6.2 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Andrew

Two modern houses with large glass windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and tall trees.

A historic building with a turret, ivy-covered walls, and a well-maintained garden.

A lobby with a wooden staircase, marble reception desks, and framed artwork on the walls.

A serene outdoor setting with a pond, lush greenery, and a building with a red roof.

6. The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

6 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Gordon

A grassy field with a backdrop of dense forest and hills.

A stone building with a porch, green shutters, and a dog in the yard.

A view through a window with a white frame and a black handle, overlooking a landscape with hills, trees, and a building in the distance.

A forest path surrounded by dense greenery and yellow flowers.

7. Cambus o'May Hotel

9.9 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Ravindra

£112

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A historic building with a statue in the foreground, a pond, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a white mattress and a dark checkered blanket. There are two dark checkered pillows on each bed.

A sunlit patio with wicker furniture, a potted plant, and a view of a green landscape through large windows.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

8. Craiglynne Hotel

25.5 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Kelly-Anne

£42

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large, historic building with multiple towers and turrets, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees, set against a mountainous backdrop.

A four-poster bed with a patterned headboard, a bedside table with two champagne flutes and a bottle, and a lamp on the nightstand.

A dining table with wine glasses and a plate of food.

A large, historic building with multiple chimneys, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

9. Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

17.7 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Lisa

£109

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic stone building with multiple windows and a corner turret, likely a hotel.

A spacious room with a large window, a fireplace, a plush sofa, and a plaid carpet.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a chandelier.

A formal dining room with a large mirror, ornate chandeliers, and a floral centerpiece on the table.

10. The Grant Arms Hotel

25.6 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Liang

£130

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A large, historic building with multiple wings and a central tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

A large, historic hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn with a gravel path leading to the entrance.

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A picnic table with a canopy, surrounded by a grassy lawn, in front of a building with stone walls and hanging flower baskets.

11. Nethybridge Hotel

23.4 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Ben

£77

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A large, stately house with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained garden with hedges and a lawn.

A rooftop terrace with a black outdoor sofa, a glass table with wine glasses and a bottle, and a view of a white building with a chimney.

A historic building with a stone wall, a small pond, and lush greenery.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a large vase of flowers. There are multiple seating areas with chairs and sofas, and a large window with curtains.

12. Douneside House

15.3 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Janahan

£216

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A dining area with a table set for two, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A traditional house with a steeply pitched roof, large windows, and a covered porch area.

A living room with a plaid carpet, a Christmas tree, a leather sofa, and a coffee table with a placemat.

A room with two leather armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a window with curtains.

13. The Bridge of Cally Hotel

27.5 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Tonnia

£91

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A cozy room with a stone wall, a fireplace, leather sofas, patterned armchairs, and a chandelier.

A cozy room with a fireplace, patterned wallpaper, and wooden furniture.

A restaurant with a classic interior, featuring a long dining table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a mirror. There is a bathroom visible through an open door.

14. Kildrummy Inn

18.8 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Susan

£295

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

A spiral staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a landing with a door and a framed picture on the wall.

The Alyth Hotel with a signboard advertising accommodation, restaurant, lounge, and bar.

A hotel entrance with a wooden staircase leading to a room.

15. The Alyth Hotel

28.1 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Wai Yee

£103

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A rustic outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a fireplace.

A neatly made bed with white linens and decorative pillows, a plaid blanket, and two woven wall lamps.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a television, and comfortable seating.

16. The Boat Inn

16.2 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Anna

£108

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A neatly made bed with white linens, two plaid pillows, and a black throw blanket. There are two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands, and a framed picture hangs above the bed.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a mounted deer head, and two lamps.

A staircase with black and white steps, a wooden handrail, and a black wall with two framed pictures.

A stone building with a large arched entrance, surrounded by potted plants and illuminated by ground lights.

17. Ivybank Lodge

30.6 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Christine

£118

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A traditional stone building with a sign reading "Ben Mhór Hotel."

A spacious dining area with a stone wall, fireplace, and modern lighting fixtures.

A neatly folded white towel on a bed with two small green packets on it.

18. Ben Mhor Hotel

25.6 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Glen

£70

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, two umbrellas, and potted plants.

A bar area with a brick wall, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

A pool table with balls, a dartboard, and a clock on a stone wall.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a vase with flowers, and a telephone.

19. The Commercial Hotel

14.8 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Jeanne

£118

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A room with a wooden floor, a pair of sandals on a mat, a sofa, and a view of a green landscape through an open door.

A dining area with a table set for six, large windows, and a spiral staircase.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and comfortable seating.

A wooden door with a sign reading "Welcome to Cabin Lodge."

20. Gulabin Lodge and House

17.6 mi from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Jason

£82

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cambus o'May Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Balmoral Arms	8.6 Excellent 417 reviews	View
Braemar Youth Hostel	9.4 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside	9.0 Wonderful 288 reviews	View
Loch Kinord Hotel	8.8 Excellent 96 reviews	View

Top Royal Lochnagar Distillery Hotel Reviews

Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This place was beautiful and peaceful. The drive to the motel was stunning"

Coylumbridge Resort Hotel

8/10 Good

"We had 4 rooms and 3 generations of family staying for one night for our son's 30th birthday. The rooms windows did not open despite signs saying they did, and some of our party were uncomfortably warm overnight. There was one person on reception for check in. We were fortunate, only waiting 15 minutes, but at a time when there was a wedding and also a function on, as well as dozens checking in it seemed strange not to have more personnel manning the desk. The residents bar closed at 10.30pm and my daughter had to go to the function bar to get a round of drinks in, one German guest who had gone outside for a cigarette didn't make it back in time for a whisky, which he'd been looking forward to. Having said that the breakfast staff were wonderful and the breakfast buffet was very comprehensive, the hotel is just outside Aviemore and has plenty for kids to do (we had 4 aged 5 and under), but the pool had been closed the day we arrived. All and all we are unlikely to be back as apparently the heat in the bedrooms is a common complaint and nobody could explain why the bar closed that early."

Nethybridge Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was perfect for our stay. Room was small but comfortable. Bathroom was nice except for very low water pressure in the shower. Dinner in the restaurant was delicious. Breakfast had a lot of choices and was good as well. Garden was nice for a stroll. Staff was very friendly and helpful! Enjoyed our stay!"

The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

10/10 Excellent

"everything very good"

Argyle Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay here was fantastic! Diane was wonderful and it was so great to visit with her! You won’t be disappointed!"

Balmoral Arms

8/10 Good

"Great location"

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

10/10 Excellent

"Great property, spacious room and perfect location as a hub to explore the Highlands."

Cambus o'May Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staying in a single room for the night. Old fashioned hotel in a stunning location. Clean and comfortable. Shower facilities good. Very peaceful and relaxing. Had a great nights sleep. Continental breakfast was okay at best. Avoid the fruit bowl. Saw several flies hovering over it. Plus the coffee machine was erratic. When it did work, the quality of the coffee was not great. Just two minor blemishes in an otherwise enjoyable stay."

Kindrogan House

10/10 Excellent

"Good place to stay and enjoy nature."

Other attractions near Royal Lochnagar Distillery

A large stone pyramid surrounded by a forest.

Balmoral Castle

8.8/10 (98 reviews)

Find out about the history of Crathie with a stop at Balmoral Castle. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

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A mountain landscape with a lake and rocky terrain.

Lochnagar

9.2/10 (27 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lochnagar during your travels in Ballater. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Knock Gallery

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Knock Gallery during your trip to Crathie. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

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Ballochbuie Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Ballochbuie Forest, a lovely green space in Ballater. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

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Knock Castle

Knock Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

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The Seven Bridges

You can take time to visit The Seven Bridges during your travels to Elkton. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Craigendarroch Hill

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Craigendarroch Hill during your travels in Ballater. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

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Ballater Golf Club

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ballater at Ballater Golf Club. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Royal Lochnagar Distillery?

Royal Lochnagar Distillery is located in Crathie. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best place to stay close to Royal Lochnagar Distillery?

Balmoral Arms is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Royal Lochnagar Distillery. Other good choices around the area include Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside and Braemar Lodge Cabins.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Royal Lochnagar Distillery, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Royal Lochnagar Distillery.

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Our top choices for Royal Lochnagar Distillery hotels

1. The Angus Hotel & Spa by Compass Hospitality

2. The Speyside Hotel

3. Balmoral Arms

4. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

5. Invercauld Lodges

6. The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

7. Cambus o'May Hotel

8. Craiglynne Hotel

9. Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

10. The Grant Arms Hotel

11. Nethybridge Hotel

12. Douneside House

13. The Bridge of Cally Hotel

14. Kildrummy Inn

15. The Alyth Hotel

16. The Boat Inn

17. Ivybank Lodge

18. Ben Mhor Hotel

19. The Commercial Hotel

20. Gulabin Lodge and House

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Top Royal Lochnagar Distillery Hotel Reviews

Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

Coylumbridge Resort Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel

The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

Argyle Guest House

Balmoral Arms

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Cambus o'May Hotel

Kindrogan House

Other attractions near Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Balmoral Castle

Lochnagar

Knock Gallery

Ballochbuie Forest

Knock Castle

The Seven Bridges

Craigendarroch Hill

Ballater Golf Club

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