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A historic stone castle with a prominent tower, a large arched entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

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Our top choices for Drum Castle hotels

1. Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a central circular rug, and a chandelier.

2. Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

A large, historic stone building with a prominent tower, a conservatory, and a well-maintained lawn.

3. Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

A modern hotel with a prominent glass facade, a visible entrance, and a clear signage for the hotel name.

4. Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a TV mounted on a wall, and a bookshelf with various items.

6. Station Hotel Aberdeen

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

7. Maryculter House

A snow-covered riverside property with a long building adjacent to the river, featuring multiple windows and a symmetrical facade.

8. Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen

A breakfast buffet area with a variety of bread and pastries, a coffee machine, and seating arrangements.

9. Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre by IHG

A coastal town with a promenade, a beach, and industrial buildings.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen Airport

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

11. Copthorne Hotel Aberdeen

A hotel corridor with a checkered carpet, orange armchairs, and a table with a magazine.

12. Mercure Aberdeen Caledonian Hotel

The entrance to The Caledonian Hotel with a black signboard, stone facade, and a set of stairs leading up to the entrance.

13. Malmaison Aberdeen

A cozy lounge area with a stone wall, a neon sign, a sofa, a table, and a patterned rug.

14. Village Hotel Aberdeen

A modern building with a Starbucks Coffee on the ground floor, a pond with rocks, and a clear blue sky.

15. ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside

A buffet setup with various food containers, serving utensils, and decorative baskets.

16. Carmelite Hotel

A luxurious room with a large bathtub, a sofa, and a vanity area.

17. Moxy Aberdeen Airport

A modern lounge area with leather chairs, a chessboard, and a bar in the background.

18. Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

A restaurant interior with hanging floral decorations, a bar area, and a leather booth.

19. Hilton Aberdeen TECA

A modern interior with a reflective pool, geometric wall tiles, and a minimalist staircase.

20. The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a grand chandelier, and a large stained glass ceiling.

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A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a central circular rug, and a chandelier.

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

9.6 mi from Drum Castle View

A large, historic stone building with a prominent tower, a conservatory, and a well-maintained lawn.

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

6.2 mi from Drum Castle View

A modern hotel with a prominent glass facade, a visible entrance, and a clear signage for the hotel name.

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

9.7 mi from Drum Castle View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window.

Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street

9.5 mi from Drum Castle View

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a TV mounted on a wall, and a bookshelf with various items.

Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen

9.8 mi from Drum Castle View
8.8Excellent1,202 reviews8.8Excellent1,000 reviews8.6Excellent1,209 reviews6.8810 reviews9.4Exceptional1,001 reviews
$73 nightly $88 total Nov 19 - Nov 20Total with taxes and fees$94 nightly $113 total Dec 6 - Dec 7Total with taxes and fees$75 nightly $90 total Nov 29 - Nov 30Total with taxes and fees$39 nightly $46 total Dec 2 - Dec 3Total with taxes and fees$98 nightly $118 total Nov 15 - Nov 16Total with taxes and fees
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Other attractions near Drum Castle

Garlogie Hall

After visiting Garlogie Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Garlogie.

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Battle Grounds Adventure Activities

Rating: 10.0/10 (1 review)

You can enjoy the entertainment at Battle Grounds Adventure Activities during your travels to Banchory. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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The Den & the Glen

Have a fun-filled day with the family at The Den & the Glen during your visit to Maryculter. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

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Westdyke Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Westdyke Leisure Centre during your stay in Westhill. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Crathes Castle and Gardens

Rating: 8.8/10 (12 reviews)

Find out about the history of Banchory when you take a trip to Crathes Castle and Gardens. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Woodend Barn Arts Centre

Enjoy an outing to Woodend Barn Arts Centre during your stay in Banchory. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Woodend Barn

Rating: 10.0/10 (1 review)

You can enjoy a show at Woodend Barn on your trip to Banchory. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Go Health and Beauty

You can take time to visit Go Health and Beauty during your travels to Banchory. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Top Drum Castle Hotel Reviews

Crawfield Grange

A stone building with a 'Welcome Entrance' sign, surrounded by lush greenery and a decorative lion statue.

Marcliffe

A large, two-story house with a well-maintained lawn and garden.

Toadhall Rooms

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and lush greenery.

Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

A restaurant interior with hanging floral decorations, a bar area, and a leather booth.

The Dutch Mill Hotel

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and a high ceiling with track lighting.

Atholl Hotel

A large, historic building with multiple towers and turrets, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and outdoor seating areas.

The Jays Guest House

A residential street with stone houses, a clear sky, and parked cars.

Apartrooms

A dining table set with white plates, bowls, and wine glasses, with a modern lamp and a chair with a colorful cushion in the background.

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

A large, historic stone building with a prominent tower, a conservatory, and a well-maintained lawn.

Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant

A large stone building with a formal garden, manicured lawn, and outdoor seating area.

Granville guest house

A stone building with a wooden door, a sign reading "ELMBANK," and a well-maintained garden with various shrubs and flowers.

Aspect Apartments City Centre

A formal garden with neatly trimmed hedges, a central statue, and a variety of flowers.

The Ferryhill House Hotel

A large, white, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a central entrance with a portico.

Palm Court Hotel

A restaurant with a high ceiling, ornate ceiling design, stone wall, and large windows.

Village Hotel Aberdeen

A modern building with a Starbucks Coffee on the ground floor, a pond with rocks, and a clear blue sky.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Drum Castle?

Drum Castle is located in a welcoming area of Banchory known for its bar scene and array of dining options. You'll find 21 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Drum Castle?

Maryculter House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from Drum Castle. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hampton By Hilton Aberdeen Westhill and Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG.

How many hotels will I find near Drum Castle?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Drum Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Drum Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Drum Castle.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Drum Castle?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Drum Castle, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Drum Castle?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Crathes Castle and Gardens and The Den & the Glen. Create some family memories at Westdyke Leisure Centre and Royal Deeside Railway. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Garlogie Hall and Battle Grounds Adventure Activities.

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