Douneside House

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with health club and sauna

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Indoor pool
Classic Room, Terrace | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is $212
$254 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3

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Tarland, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 4UL
  • Popular LocationDeeside Activity Park14 min drive
  • Popular LocationBalmoral Castle25 min drive
  • Popular LocationMorven32 min drive
  • AirportAberdeen (ABZ)60 min drive

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Room options

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Pine)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Heated bathroom floor
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Free bottled water
Digital channels
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Wheelchair Accessible (Morven)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Dounebrae)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Casa 21)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Cottage, 3 Bedrooms (Gate House)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
3 bedrooms
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Casa 23)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Heated bathroom floor
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, Terrace

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Terrace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Free bottled water
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Casa 24)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cottage, 3 Bedrooms (Alpha)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Smart TV
3 bedrooms
Heated bathroom floor
  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Cosy Small Double or Twin

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 94 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Aboyne

Located in Aboyne, Douneside House is next to a golf course and in the mountains. Balmoral Castle and Craigievar Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Aboyne Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Reflect Spa - 13 min drive
  • Deeside Activity Park - 14 min drive
  • Balmoral Castle - 25 min drive
  • Morven - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Insch Station - 35 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boat Inn - 12 min drive
  • Corner House Tearoom - 11 min drive
  • Spider on a Bicycle - 12 min drive
  • The Tavern at Huntly Arms - 12 min drive
  • Loch Kinord Hotel - 10 min drive

About this property

Douneside House

Upscale family-friendly hotel adjacent to a golf course
At Douneside House, you can look forward to a terrace, mini golf, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 1 meeting room, a reception hall, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Douneside House offer amenities such as free WiFi, free bottled water, and room service.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heated floors, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

Dutch, English, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Ballroom
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Douneside House Hotel Aboyne
Douneside House Hotel
Douneside House Aboyne
Douneside House Aboyne Scotland
Douneside House Hotel
Douneside House Aboyne
Douneside House Hotel Aboyne

Frequently asked questions

Does Douneside House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Douneside House?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Douneside House on Jun 2, 2024 start from $211.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Douneside House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Douneside House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Douneside House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Douneside House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Douneside House located?

Located in a national park, this family-friendly hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, Aboyne Golf Club, and Craigievar Castle. Cairngorms National Park and Reflect Spa are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed every aspect of our stay at Douneside House. The facility was spectacular, the grounds were immaculate, but most of all, the staff was ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING in all respects!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We arrived after the dining room was closed (our fault) but they still went above and beyond to provide us with a wonderful meal. We will definitely stay at Douneside House on our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, a la carte food, cleanliness, was first class, overall an excellent stay at this beautiful House Hotel! Will definataly visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay could not have been any better. Will be back as soon as possible!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David, Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022