The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant

Macduff hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Double Room, Ensuite | Terrace/patio
Lounge
Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Lobby
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite | Terrace/patio
Nestled at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or meet with colleagues in the business center. Savor kids' meals at the restaurant and enjoy karaoke nights while staying connected with WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Business centre
  • Terrace
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self-parking
  • Children's menu
£133
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | Terrace/patio
Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Lobby
Lobby

Double Room, Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heating
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Bathroom
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Lobby
Lobby

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heating
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Lobby
Lobby

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | Bathroom
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | 1 bedroom
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | 1 bedroom
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | 1 bedroom

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heating
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | Bathroom
Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | 1 bedroom
1 bedroom
Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | 1 bedroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
43 Market Street, Macduff, Scotland, AB44 1LL

What's nearby

  • Macduff Marine Aquarium - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Duff House - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Speyside Cooperage - 54 min drive - 70.6 km
  • Macallan Distillery - 55 min drive - 71.9 km
  • Glenfiddich Whisky Distillery - 55 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SEAFIELD ARMS - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boyndie Visitor Centre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rockfish Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Frying Scotsman - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant

Enjoy your visit to Macduff with a stay at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 19 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site extended parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Karaoke
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Terrace

Room amenities

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Knowes Hotel
Knowes Hotel Macduff
Knowes Macduff
The Knowes Hotel Macduff, Scotland
The Knowes Hotel
The Knowes & Restaurant
The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant Hotel
The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant Macduff
The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Macduff

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, fishing and sailing. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching.

Are there restaurants at or near The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant like?

The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant is a short 20-minute walk from Banff Museum and 4 minutes' walk from Macduff Marine Aquarium.

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The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was freshly cooked and of great quality, with many guests praising its excellence. (10 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, brilliant view, friendly staff, and delicious food! Would definitely stay again.
Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely meal and efficient staff
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a lovely stay. One of the cleanest spaces I’ve ever stayed. Great service with modern decor. 5 stars and then some!
Debra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel has just been updated. Rooms are amazing
Kimberley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

From the moment I walked in I thought wow! The room was absolutely superb. Spacious, modern, clean! The food was excellent and the staff fantastic. I was just passing through and it so exceeded expectations. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Fabulous hotel. Great staff. Delicious food.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Nice hotel, fantastic food. Thank you
Burnbanks Home, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect we had two main meals on the evening, and a fantastic breakfast in the morning out of this world many thanks.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

My stay at the hotel as always was really good! Staff are really friendly and my room this time was great as I was on top floor so really quiet. Food is amazing!! £10.40 for a glass of wine is quite steep though.
Joanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel phoned on morning of arrival and asked what type of bed we required (double or twin) we arrived in the afternoon and we were shown to our room and asked if we wanted to book for dinner in the evening as it was busy. Our room was new and had an added bonus of a balcony which was great as the weather was nice enough to sit out. The bed was really comfy, room has tea and coffee facilities and a fridge, the bathroom has toiletries provided and a large walk in shower. There is also a hairdryer in the bedroom. Breakfast at the hotel has a good selection of cereals fruit juices, bread and cooked items.
Sunset from the balcony
Sunset from balcony
TV area along with tea and coffee making facilities and clothes hanging space
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

On or second a 3 week trip through Scotland. The best nights sleep, best dinner and friendliest staff we have ever met. Yes I am telling all my fellow travellers about this wonderful place. The parking is on a slope, so park at the top if walking up hill is a issue. Best of the Best, Thanks you for such a wonderful stay.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and fresh, great food
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Drink options are good, wine on the expensive side but food is excellent, can’t ask for more
Joanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous new room with sea view. Stayed many times and food always excellent too.
Jacqui, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

An excellent hotel. Staff were very nice and attentive. Food was excellent. Although slightly expensive the quality was worth it.
Ritchie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel /great food /great staff

Excellent rooms -nice decor -very clean. Good menu choice -first class food - Staff very pleasant and welcoming. Would def recommend and will certainly be back
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. Vastly exceeded my expectation. Lovely spacious room. Mine had a terrace where it was nice to sit with a beer or glass of wine while the sun went down. Restaurant is fantastic for breakfast and dinner. Only slight niggle is frustrating WiFi which has to be rejoined at least daily and frequently more often.
Richard, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great week

Nice clean modern hotel with exceptional service from staff at all times. Room was spacious and the sea view was great to wake up to every morning. Food in the restaurant was of a high standard and breakfast was fantastic.
Stephen, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay. The meals were excellent, however I’d recommend that you book your time of eating in advance of staying at the hotel because the week end was very busy and we didn’t get served our meal the Saturday night until after 8 pm.
Bruce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast menu was excellent as was the dinner menu. Only problem was that we should have booked a a dinner time before arriving as it was extremely busy on the Saturday and only time left was 7.30 so it was well after 8 pm before we actually ate. The bed was very comfortable but pillows we thought weren’t high quality so spoilt our sleep.
Bruce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay as usual
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a newly renovated hotel. Excellent room, food and staff. I’ll not stay anywhere else for future trips in that area.
Ronnie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent with one exception

Our stay was excellent with friendly staff ,excellent food ,clean and well appointed room but for the noise from the room’s automatic doors always sounding as if someone outside was slamming the door shut.
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5 stars from me

Brilliant Hotel, stylish, comfortable with great friendly staff and an outstanding chef. Will keep coming back. Many thanks 5 stars.
Neasha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel & restaurant

Outstanding as always.
Neasha, 2-night trip