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The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant

3.0 star property

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Double Room, Ensuite
Lounge
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Restaurant
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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43 Market Street, Macduff, Scotland, AB44 1LL
  • Place, Macduff Marine Aquarium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Duff House Royal Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Duff House
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, grey headboard, and a textured carpet.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Macduff

Located within a 5-minute walk of Macduff Marine Aquarium, The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant is within a mile (2 km) of Banff Museum. This 19-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Macduff Marine Aquarium - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Duff House Royal Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Duff House - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Banff Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Inverboyndie Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin fish & chips - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Garden Arms Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mini V-Grill, Alberts Cottage - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bridgeview Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪SEAFIELD ARMS - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant

Guests of The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant enjoy karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. There's free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include a business center, a terrace, and wedding services.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is 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

What can I see around The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

This hotel is located in Macduff, a short 20-minute walk from Banff Museum and also 4 minutes on foot from Macduff Marine Aquarium. You'll also find Duff House and Inverboyndie Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

As of Jul 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant on Jul 26, 2026 start from $214, including 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 parking available on site at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant feature a casino?

No, The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a sea view and a minibar.

Does The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant.

Does The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant offer a deck/patio and may feature sea views.

Does The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 225 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Neasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, amazing food and the best rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was excellent and very tasty
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food, good breakfast, great decor, quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food is absolutely amazing and the views from the restaurant are stunning. Rooms are lush
My dinner on second night. Lemon sole
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always a great stay. An EV charger would make it even better.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arne Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and comfortable room, excelent food and service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, safe, comfortable and cosy hotel. Friendly staff and fantastic food in the restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice modern clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and great value. Staff are always excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and fresh, great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice stay staff brilliant as always. Some hiccups with hot water but 1st world problem
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous new room with sea view. Stayed many times and food always excellent too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Drink options are good, wine on the expensive side but food is excellent, can’t ask for more
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stayed a few times here , staff friendly , nice area good food nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay as usual
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
As a person that travels alot for work, Room and bathroom very clean. Newly decorated. Lots of space in the room. Large comfortable bed. You can control the temperature of the room. Food was lovely and the staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, brilliant view, friendly staff, and delicious food! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel with very good dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a newly renovated hotel. Excellent room, food and staff. I’ll not stay anywhere else for future trips in that area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ritchie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent

An excellent hotel. Staff were very nice and attentive. Food was excellent. Although slightly expensive the quality was worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely meal and efficient staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025