The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

About this property

Historic Setting: The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant in Macduff is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, sea views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves British cuisine with a traditional and modern ambience, offering continental and full English/Irish breakfasts. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy water sports, a terrace, and a bar, alongside activities like fishing, pub crawls, and cycling. Prime Location: Located 63 km from Aberdeen Airport, the hotel is near attractions like Huntly Castle (36 km) and Delgatie Castle (16 km). Guests appreciate the scenic views and excellent service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jennifer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I have been coming to this hotel for many years since moving away from the area. The recent refurbishment has really made this hotel look amazing. Staff are always friendly and accommodating. Food is always good. I love the terrace aspect of the...”
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A relatively recent makeover / extension has produced a very pleasant environment. Menu was comprehensive and food delicious. Staff friendly and efficient.”
Malcolm
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A real find. Recently modernised and well equipped comfortable rooms. Good restaurant. Exceptional friendly local staff”
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room had an amazing view was very clean and tidy and the staff were all very welcoming”
Colin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Rooms large, tasteful and modern Superb local fish (this was my second visit and it was as good as last time) Really friendly staff”
Philip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Spotlessly clean. Efficient and friendly staff. Great food. Rooms were very comfortable. On site parking.”
R
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Knowes Hotel was a is well run, enjoyable place to stay. Rooms are very modern and the food is great. Jess and the team were very helpful and attentive throughout.”
Will
Australia Australia
“Great service and exceptional cleanliness and view”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean and modern. Well thought out. Comfortable bed. Lovely sea views. Amazing food - fresh fish and many other choices”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great room, excellent location, stunning view, great food, the staff were excellent and very helpful”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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