We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Aberdeenshire, UK. We have also included accommodation in holiday homes, guest houses, apartments, country estates, mansions, villas, farm stays, boats, manor houses and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated March 2024.
Apartment.Very stylish. Superb interior design. Welcome to the Sheer Luxe Apartment at Marks @ The Manor! Spacious Apartments: Our very large private apartments are exquisitely designed and fully furnished. Whether you’re a solo traveller, a couple, a family, or a business professional, we have the perfect space for you. Indulge in opulence at our exquisite “Sheer Luxe” apartment, nestled within a former manor house adorned with timeless period features. This spacious beautiful apartment is entirely furnished with homeware and furniture from Marks & Spencer the UK's leading quality retailer. Here’s why this space is your ultimate retreat: Elegant Living Spaces Stunning Views: Four beautiful 7-foot windows frame vistas of the tranquil River Dee. This was once the manor’s grand drawing room, now transformed into your private oasis. Classic Styling: The very large living room exudes sophistication with its gold and black décor. Sink into our M&S sofas, one of which doubles as a sofa bed (available upon request for a supplement) Dining Delight: Gather around the dining table for four, where memorable meals unfold against the riverside backdrop. Luxurious Amenities King-Size Comfort: Retreat to the separate bedroom, featuring a King-size M&S Luxury Bed enveloped in sumptuous M&S linens. Pampering Bathroom: Choose between a relaxing bath or an invigorating shower. Heated flooring and complimentary toiletries complete the experience. Gourmet Kitchen: Siemens appliances, an induction hob, steam oven, and inbuilt coffee maker await your culinary adventures. The plate warming drawer adds a touch of convenience. Smart Living: Adjust mood lighting and temperature effortlessly. Stream your favourite shows on the 55” LED TV with Sky TV and access to streaming services on your Bose sound system. Convenience and Tranquillity Private Entrance: Your exclusive entrance ensures privacy. River Views: Let the gentle flow of the River Dee soothe your senses. Private Parking: Park right at your doorstep. Flexible Accommodation Luxury Sofa Bed: Need extra space? Request our luxury double sofa bed for a supplement. Book your stay at the Sheer Luxe Apartment and experience Aberdeen’s finest.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most WELL DESIGNED apartments in Aberdeenshire.
Bed and Breakfast.Highly elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Offering a garden and river view, Lys-Na-Greyne is located in Aboyne, 48 km from Hilton Community Centre and 49 km from Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum. The 5-star bed and breakfast features mountain views and is 33 km from Balmoral Castle. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, an iPod docking station, a hair dryer and a CD player. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a terrace. Additional in-room amenities include fruits and chocolates or cookies. Guests can relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Skiing, cycling and hiking are possible within the area, and the bed and breakfast offers ski storage space. Aberdeen Harbour is 50 km from Lys-Na-Greyne, while Aboyne Golf Club is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 46 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This is likely the most ELEGANT bed and breakfast in Aberdeenshire. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Aberdeenshire.
Holiday Home.Popular among couples. Mill Of Nethermill Holidays offers charming cottages close to Pennan and opening onto the secluded Cullykhan Bay. Dating from 1841, this property has a garden and private beach area. Each of the individually decorated cottages at Mill Of Nethermill Holidays has attractive design and the property has been carefully restored using recycled materials and local craftsmanship. The beautiful Banffshire coastline is ideal for fishing and walking. The cottages have a lounge with a flat-screen TV, and kitchen facilities including a microwave, fridge, coffee maker, oven, hob and a dishwasher. Free Wi-Fi is included. The bay next to the cottages is a protected area and you can spot dolphins and seals here. You can make use of a barbecue area and outdoor dining table, looking onto the Tore Burn stream and bridge. The owners of Nethermill also have a pottery and art shop on site. Fraserburgh is 25 minutes’ drive away, while Aberdeen is 45 miles from the Mill of Nethermill.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Offering a private beach area and city view, Outlander Boutique B&B King is set in Cruden Bay, 37 km from Beach Ballroom and 17 km from Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club. It is situated 38 km from Hilton Community Centre and offers full-day security. Aberdeen Harbour is 38 km from the bed and breakfast, while Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum is 38 km from the property. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free bed and breakfast has beauty services. A flat-screen TV with streaming services is offered. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. There is a coffee shop on-site. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 38 km from Outlander Boutique B&B King.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great bar. Popular among couples. In 350 acres of mature woodland and peaceful rolling parkland, this beautiful country house hotel has its very own private golf course, free Wi-Fi and charming, elegant, individually decorated rooms. The Meldrum House Hotel Golf And Country Estate boasts its own magnificent 18-hole golf course, a luxuriously appointed clubhouse and some of the finest practice facilities in Scotland. The on-site golf academy offers expert outdoor tuition with video analysis Traditionally decorated and featuring many fine antiques, objets d'art and ancestral portraits, the hotel has spacious en suite rooms. Each room has its own individual style and unique character. Every room has stunning views over the estate and the surrounding Aberdeenshire countryside. Each room has a plasma flat-screen TV with Freeview digital channels. The restaurant offers traditional Scottish cuisine combined with an international flavour. From gourmet cuisine to lighter snacks, the menus change daily to reflect the finest, freshest seasonal ingredients available locally.Show full description
Holiday Home.Beautiful. Popular among women. Set in Aboyne in the Grampian region and Beach Ballroom reachable within 49 km, Westwood Cottage offers accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 2012, this holiday home is 47 km from Hilton Community Centre and 48 km from Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum. The property is non-smoking and is located 34 km from Balmoral Castle. The spacious holiday home with a patio and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area. Aberdeen Harbour is 49 km from the holiday home, while Aboyne Golf Club is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 45 km from Westwood Cottage.Show full description
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Boasting garden views, Woodland Lodge Oxen Craig features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 26 km from Beach Ballroom. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment has an outdoor fireplace and a hot tub. The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Hilton Community Centre is 22 km from the apartment, while Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 19 km from Woodland Lodge Oxen Craig.Show full description
Guest House.Elegant. Great value. Situated within 400 metres of Elgin Cathedral and 44 km of Huntly Castle in Elgin, Kilmorie House provides accommodation with seating area. The property has garden and city views, and is 26 km from Brodie Castle. The guest house also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Some units in the guest house have private entrance and are fitted with desk and outdoor furniture. Some accommodation includes a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. As an added convenience, the guest house offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at Kilmorie House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Elgin, like cycling. Nairn Dunbar Golf Club is 36 km from the accommodation, while Nairn Museum is 37 km from the property.Show full description
Kilmorie House is a charming historic guesthouse, built in 1851 and restored in recent years. It maintains its original features and fireplaces, creating a cozy atmosphere. The dining room serves delicious breakfasts, adding to its unique blend of history and comfort.
Holiday Home.Romantic. Great views. Offering a garden and garden view, Lady Macbeths Rest is set in Banchory, 42 km from Hilton Community Centre and 42 km from Huntly Castle. The property is located 42 km from Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum, 43 km from Aberdeen Harbour and 45 km from Balmoral Castle. The property is non-smoking and is situated 44 km from Beach Ballroom. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Barbecue facilities are provided. Craigievar Castle is 5.7 km from the holiday home, while Aboyne Golf Club is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 40 km from Lady Macbeths Rest.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ROMANTIC holiday homes in Aberdeenshire.
Guest House.Cool. Great value. Featuring garden views, Browns offers accommodation with a spa and wellness centre, an indoor pool and a garden, around 39 km from Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with hot tub and bathrobes. The units include a heated pool featuring quiet street views. At the guest house, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Delgatie Castle is 41 km from the guest house, while Haddo House is 48 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 61 km from Browns.Show full description
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Set in Kintore in the Grampian region, Woodland Lodge Mither Tap offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. 22 km from Hilton Community Centre and 25 km from Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum, the property provides a garden and barbecue facilities. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Aberdeen Harbour is 26 km from the apartment, while Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club is 35 km away. The property is non-smoking and is located 26 km from Beach Ballroom. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 19 km from Woodland Lodge Mither Tap.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most RELAXING apartment in Aberdeenshire. It also has BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS.
Camp Site.Hip. Nice surroundings. Popular among women. A recently renovated campground in Turriff, Shepherd's Loch Glamping offers outdoor fireplace, private parking and sports facilities. There is a private entrance at the campground for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can make use of the children's playground or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the lake and pool. All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchenette with various cooking facilities, including a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. The units are equipped with a private bathroom and a walk-in shower, and certain units at the campground have a terrace. At the campground, all units come with bed linen and towels. Guests may chill out in the on-site lounge, while a minimarket is also available. An indoor play area is also available at the campground, while guests can also relax in the garden. Huntly Castle is 43 km from Shepherd's Loch Glamping, while Delgatie Castle is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 61 km from the accommodation.Show full description
The coolest and most lively camp site in Aberdeenshire.
Bed and Breakfast. Chapel of Barras B&B is situated in Stonehaven, 35 km from Lunan Bay, 40 km from Beach Ballroom, as well as 38 km from Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers private check-in and check-out. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, each unit includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. A baby safety gate is also available at the bed and breakfast, while guests can also relax in the garden. Aberdeen Harbour is 39 km from Chapel of Barras B&B, while Hilton Community Centre is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 44 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home.Beautiful. Great location. Situated in Findochty and only 32 km from Elgin Cathedral, The View 3-Bed Cottage Findochty Buckie Moray features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides a garden. The property is non-smoking and is located 40 km from Huntly Castle. This 3-bedroom holiday home will provide guests with a TV, a patio, a seating area and a CD player. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Delgatie Castle is 44 km from the holiday home.Show full description
Holiday Home.Charming. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Set in Ballater and only 15 km from Balmoral Castle, Unique tiny house with wood fired roll top bath in heart of the Cairngorms offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 64 km from Unique tiny house with wood fired roll top bath in heart of the Cairngorms. The property is non-smoking and is situated 44 km from CairnGorm National Park. The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Aboyne Golf Club is 21 km from the holiday home, while Corgarff Castle is 22 km away.Show full description
I think this place could be the most CREATIVE AND COSY holiday home in Aberdeenshire.
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great bar. Douneside House is located in Tarland, 50km from Aberdeen. Douneside House features views of the countryside and complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Each room is individually designed and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can enjoy a Full Scottish breakfast each morning. Some rooms feature a private garden and patio area. A shared lounge is available at the property. Guests at this property have free access to Douneside's onsite Health Club which features an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room and a fully-equipped gym. There is also a range of fitness classes available, which guests are advised to book in advance. Douneside House includes an on-site restaurant which offers a range of menus including lunch, afternoon tea, table d'hote and tasting menus. Most dishes are produced using local produce and fruit and vegetables are grown organically in the grounds of the property. Additionally, the property features a bar. You can play tennis and mini-golf at this hotel, and the area is popular for golfing and cycling. Stonehaven is 44 km from Douneside House, while Dyce is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 40 km from Douneside House.Show full description
I rate this as the most HISTORIC boutique hotel in Aberdeenshire.
Bed and Breakfast. Offering a private beach area and city view, Outlander Boutique B&B Super King is situated in Cruden Bay, 37 km from Beach Ballroom and 17 km from Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club. It is located 38 km from Hilton Community Centre and features full-day security. Aberdeen Harbour is 38 km from the bed and breakfast, while Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum is 38 km from the property. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free bed and breakfast has beauty services. A flat-screen TV with streaming services is available. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 38 km from Outlander Boutique B&B Super King.Show full description
Guest House.Cosy. Great bar. Popular among women. Located in a rural area 3 km from the village of Newmachar, Disblair House Hotel provides a garden and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy garden views. At the guest house, every room is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV. All rooms have a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. Aberdeen is 16 km from Disblair House Hotel, while Stonehaven is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Farm Stay.Great interior design. Situated in Huntly and only 13 km from Huntly Castle, Roualeyn features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring a terrace, the property is located within 25 km of Leith Hall Garden & Estate. The property is non-smoking and is located 42 km from Elgin Cathedral. The spacious farm stay with a patio and river views has 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the farm stay. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. You can play table tennis at the farm stay. Barbecue facilities are provided at the farm stay, and guests can also relax in the garden or go on a picnic in the picnic area. Delgatie Castle is 32 km from Roualeyn, while Kildrummy Castle is 39 km from the property.Show full description
Guest House.Delightful property. Lovely surroundings. Netherdale House & The Coach House is a Georgian mansion on the banks of the river Deveron with tree lined avenue and extensive grounds. Free WiFi is available. All units at the guest house are equipped with a seating area. Netherdale House & The Coach House provides some rooms with river views, and the rooms have Egyptian cotton bedding. At the accommodation each room includes a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. All rooms have views of the gardens, river Deveron and the Deveron valley. Guests can enjoy full cooked Scottish breakfast along with buffet prepared with the finest local produce. The Coach House has a hot tub for use by its guests. Featured is a terrace by the front lawn, an outdoor undercover barbecue and games area for guests to use. Cycling is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the guest house. Elgin is 46 km from Netherdale House & The Coach House, while Aberdeen is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 43 km from the property.Show full description
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