Duke Of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Newtonmore Road, Kingussie, United Kingdom

The Duke Of Gordon Hotel, located in Kingussie, is a historical venue originally built in the 18th century as a stopover for stagecoach travelers. It is situated in the stunning Cairngorm National Park, the largest National Park in the UK. The hotel offers guests a unique opportunity to explore the Highland's picturesque landscapes and rich wildlife, with opportunities to view majestic Red Deer in their natural habitat. Known for its warm Highland hospitality, it also serves as a base for clan gatherings, notably the Macpherson Clan.

Location

Conveniently located in Kingussie, the hotel is approximately 80 km from Inverness, making it accessible for travelers. The surrounding Cairngorm National Park provides numerous outdoor activities, from hiking to fishing in the pristine River Spey.

Rooms

The hotel features 70 bedrooms, designed to offer comfort and convenience. Many rooms provide peaceful views of the gardens or the surrounding landscapes. Room amenities include en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the Duke Of Gordon is an elegant experience, highlighted by the Balmoral Restaurant's ornate decor, including corniced ceilings and historic murals. Menus focus on traditional Scottish cuisine, featuring locally sourced ingredients and a fine selection of wines and spirits to complement each meal.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers various leisure opportunities, including access to nearby golf courses, a scenic 18-hole hillside course, and multiple walking and biking trails. Guests can unwind in the Ghillies Rest Lounge Bar, which serves a selection of local beers and Scottish gins. The hotel also caters to business needs with function rooms available for meetings and events.

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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

Superior Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Kingussie200 m

Airports

Inverness (INV) 77.4 km

Dundee (DND) 137.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining!

The food in the bar and restaurant was not only delicious but also beautifully presented, making every meal a memorable experience.view full review

Comfortable Rooms!

Our room was spacious and comfortable, equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing stay.view full review

Ample Parking!

The large car park was a huge plus, making it easy to park and access the hotel without any hassle.view full review

Exceptional Service!

The bar staff were incredibly knowledgeable about local whiskies and gins, adding a personal touch to our drink choices.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Canoeing
Skiing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Bowling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Newtonmore Road, Kingussie, United Kingdom

Map view

Newtonmore Road, Kingussie, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Kingussie PH21 1ES

Ruthven Barracks

1.7 km

Museum

Highland Folk Museum

3.2 km

Arts Kingussie 100 High Street Chapel House Arts

Fused and Light

890 m

Duchess Road

Speyside Distillery

3.2 km

A86

Pattack Falls

3.7 km

Kinlochlaggan

Ardverikie Estate

4.3 km

Museum

Clan Macpherson Museum

4.7 km

Park

The Wildcat Trail Newtonmore

4.3 km

Nearby

Duke Street

The Iona Gallery

490 m

Loch Gynack

440 m

Store

Grassroots Garden Shop

420 m

Restaurants

Joe's

400 m

19 High Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

liked the hotel and would stay again

delicious hot buffet

central location

small rooms

weeds in patio area

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

5.8

Location

7.5

Service

8.0

Dining

5.8

Frank

United States, January 2024

6.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms, unfortunately, were too hot at night without proper cooling options and with poor wifi. It seemed like they could use a makeover. On the bright side, the staff members were incredibly helpful and committed to making our stay enjoyable, although some were a bit rude about breakfast availability. The location was great for exploring the area, but the drink options in the evening were limited. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with some dishes overcooked and lacking variety, yet the hot food was served generously. Overall, a stay with some highs and lows.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were uncomfortably hot at night with inadequate cooling options and poor wifi. They could use a makeover.

Service

7.0

The staff members were tremendously helpful and committed to ensuring a pleasant stay, despite a few instances of rudeness about breakfast availability.

Location

8.0

The location is perfect for exploring the area, but some drink options in the evening were limited. It also seemed charming with excellent artwork.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its flaws with overcooked dishes and a lack of variety, though the hot food was served generously.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, though not exceptional.

Ella

United Kingdom, November 2023

6.8/10

The hotel had a super-king-sized bed that was very comfortable, but the room needed serious repairs. It was disappointing that the room looked out onto a terrace and needed updating.

Rooms

6.0

The room I stayed in was on the ground floor with a view of the terrace. The bed was incredibly comfortable but some repairs were definitely needed.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and very helpful, especially when assisting our elderly parents.

Location

8.0

The hotel was fairly good, located right by the station and just off the main road. It was convenient for exploring the surrounding hills.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, and the quality was not great. The scrambled eggs had no taste and the menu lacked variety.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were basic and could be improved in terms of dining options.

Jon

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.2/10

The hotel has a lovely location with great potential, but some aspects need improvement. The rooms are small and could use a makeover, though the live entertainment can be a bit loud. The service is top-notch, with caring and helpful staff. The location offers convenience but needs some maintenance. The dining experience is average, catering mostly for coach parties.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms are small and could use a makeover.

Service

9.0

The staff is lovely and friendly, providing excellent service during a difficult time.

Location

6.0

The location is convenient but needs maintenance. It is central and offers easy access for exploring, but some advertised areas are not as they appear.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience is standard, suitable for coach parties, with some items not meeting expectations.

Facilities

5.0

Fiona

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.0/10

The hotel is ideally located for exploring the Highlands, making it convenient for tourists visiting various attractions. While the rooms might be affected by noise from evening entertainment, the overall experience is enhanced by the delicious hot buffet and the central location for day trips. The patio area could use some attention due to the presence of weeds.

Rooms

7.0

The room was quite small and could only accommodate one person comfortably. Despite being slightly dark, it was clean and had adequate lighting.

Service

7.0

Service was attentive, especially with generous portion sizes during breakfast. However, there seemed to be a delay in follow-up regarding an accident reported.

Location

8.0

The hotel is centrally located, making it a great base for exploring the Highlands and various nearby attractions. However, improvements are needed in the patio area landscaping.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent but lacked variety in cooked items compared to other hotels. The buffet had typical offerings with limited hot choices.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory, though the patio area could benefit from better upkeep to enhance the overall guest experience.

delicious hot buffet

small rooms