The Best Hotels Closest to Drum Castle in Banchory for 2026

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

A well-maintained lawn with a central garden archway, surrounded by tables and chairs, indicating a possible outdoor seating area.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A window seat with a view of trees and a cloudy sky.

1. Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant

11.5 km from Drum Castle

Andrew

SAR 373

SAR 448 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

A dining table set with wine glasses and a candelabra, with a framed photograph on the wall behind.

A cozy room with a red sofa, patterned cushions, a round table with a bottle and candle, surrounded by bookshelves filled with books.

A room with a large window overlooking a frozen lake, a bathroom with a glass shower, and a dark wooden door.

2. Maryculter House

5 km from Drum Castle

Ross

SAR 352

SAR 422 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A hallway with a patterned carpet, a clock on the wall, and two tables with lamps.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view through a glass door.

A stone building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a wooden bench.

3. Crawfield Grange

10.7 km from Drum Castle

Carl

SAR 438

SAR 526 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A luxurious room with ornate furniture, a grand chandelier, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious hotel dining area with a high ceiling and skylight, featuring a long counter with food stations, multiple dining tables, and comfortable seating.

4. Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

10 km from Drum Castle

william

SAR 332

SAR 398 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A grand room with ornate wood paneling, a piano, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A formal room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and framed pictures on the walls.

A three-tiered tea service stand with assorted pastries and sandwiches, a teapot, cups, and a small vase with a rose on a table set against a floral sofa backdrop.

A grand hallway with ornate woodwork, a chandelier, and a patterned carpet.

5. Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel

11.7 km from Drum Castle

Barb

SAR 327

SAR 393 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A peacock with its tail feathers fully fanned out in a garden setting.

A wooden porch with steps leading to a door, flanked by potted plants and a lattice fence.

A dining area with a glass table surrounded by wicker chairs, a breakfast spread including fruits, bread, and beverages, and a view through a large window.

6. Toadhall Rooms

14 km from Drum Castle

Rebekah

SAR 553

SAR 664 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A table set with wine glasses, a bottle of champagne, and a silver teapot, overlooking a river with a forested backdrop.

A dining area with a view of a river and greenery.

A hotel with a parking area, outdoor seating, and a view of a river and forested hills.

A four-poster bed with a red and white checkered bedspread, a television, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

7. Banchory Lodge Hotel

10.5 km from Drum Castle

Iain

SAR 409

SAR 491 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A building with a stone facade, a balcony with flowers, and a sign that reads "Palm Court."

A building with large windows, a balcony, and outdoor seating.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a staircase, a reception desk, and a poster advertising a wedding.

8. Palm Court Hotel

12.5 km from Drum Castle

Paula

SAR 262

SAR 314 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, a bar, and a coffee station.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, grey sofa, and colorful chairs, a bar with a counter, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a large painting, a wooden door, and a nightstand with a phone.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

9. Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport by IHG

14 km from Drum Castle

Betty

SAR 240

SAR 288 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern breakfast buffet with a variety of food items, a long wooden table, and a seating area with blue chairs.

A modern hotel building with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area with marked spaces.

A pool table in a modern lounge area with seating and a bookshelf.

A modern lobby with a colorful reception desk, seating area, and a visible bar.

10. Aloft by Marriott Aberdeen TECA

13.6 km from Drum Castle

Moyosola

SAR 327

SAR 393 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern restaurant with a pool table, seating areas, and a view of the ocean.

A stone building with a main entrance, a corner window, and a sign that reads "Care Bay Hotel".

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

11. Cove Bay Hotel

15.9 km from Drum Castle

JACQUELINE

SAR 252

SAR 302 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with a view of the sea, two chairs, a small table with flowers, and a dress on the wall.

A restaurant with stone walls, a fireplace, leather seating, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of the sea.

A coastal beach with a concrete barrier, grassy areas, and a road parallel to the shore.

12. Number 44 Hotel & Bar

16.6 km from Drum Castle

Wendy

SAR 309

SAR 371 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A pathway leading to a building with a garden and picnic tables.

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

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings and large windows, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs.

A white building with a curved facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating area with wicker furniture.

13. The Ferryhill House Hotel

15 km from Drum Castle

Caroline Nancy

SAR 335

SAR 402 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets.

A gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and a television on the wall.

A buffet setup with various food items and beverages, including fruits, pastries, and coffee machines.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen Airport

13.9 km from Drum Castle

Sanjoy

SAR 251

SAR 301 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a display table with books and decorative items, and large windows offering views of the city.

A modern lounge area with a curved sofa, black chairs, a small table, and a large window.

A modern interior with a curved sofa, black chairs, a small table, and a decorative wall with vertical slats.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent neon sign and a well-lit entrance.

15. Moxy Aberdeen Airport

13.9 km from Drum Castle

Mark

SAR 260

SAR 313 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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

A spacious living room with a large television, multiple seating options, and a fireplace.

A spacious living room with a large television, comfortable seating, a wooden cabinet, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a glass table.

16. The Jays Guest House

16.4 km from Drum Castle

David

SAR 335

SAR 402 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a bike, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A modern restaurant with a long dining table, cushioned seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living area with a flat-screen TV, seating, a coffee table, and a decorative shelf.

A modern indoor pool area with a clear glass floor, geometric wall designs, and a staircase with a unique pattern.

17. Hilton Aberdeen TECA

13.5 km from Drum Castle

Chia Lin (Joy)

SAR 392

SAR 470 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

A reception area with a check-in counter, seating, and a brick wall with a sign reading "ILLAGE THE HOTEL CLUB".

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and exercise machines.

18. Village Hotel Aberdeen

9.4 km from Drum Castle

Carolann

SAR 259

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern, well-lit lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a variety of decorative items on shelves.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

19. Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

7.6 km from Drum Castle

Sharad

SAR 203

SAR 243 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A historic building with a turret and multiple windows, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a paved street.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and a classic interior design.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk with a computer, and a television.

20. Atholl Hotel

13.6 km from Drum Castle

Cora

SAR 526

SAR 631 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Drum Castle

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant	9.2 Wonderful 400 reviews	View
Maryculter House	9.4 Exceptional 661 reviews	View
Crawfield Grange	10.0 Exceptional 29 reviews	View
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa	8.8 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel	8.8 Excellent 524 reviews	View

Top Drum Castle Hotel Reviews

Village Hotel Aberdeen

8/10 Good

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Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

8/10 Good

"The room was very spacious & comforting. The fitness center was great for a quick workout. The breakfast buffet was too pricy for what was offered."

Banchory Lodge Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hugely enjoyable as always"

3 bedroom accommodation in Stonehaven

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place! Out of the city and away from the lights. My family enjoys the country life and this was perfect.Thank you!"

Premier Inn Aberdeen - Westhill

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and comfortable room and great shower. We enjoyed our stay at this property"

Cults Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room, food and staff. Scotch egg starter was the best!!"

11 Ambleside Court

10/10 Excellent

"Welcoming for dogs - they provided dog towel and dog blanket as well as dog bowls and rubber mat. Great location and also right beside the bus stop too if you want to catch the bus."

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

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

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

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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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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Our top choices for Drum Castle hotels

1. Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant

2. Maryculter House

3. Crawfield Grange

4. Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

5. Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel

6. Toadhall Rooms

7. Banchory Lodge Hotel

8. Palm Court Hotel

9. Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport by IHG

10. Aloft by Marriott Aberdeen TECA

11. Cove Bay Hotel

12. Number 44 Hotel & Bar

13. The Ferryhill House Hotel

14. Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen Airport

15. Moxy Aberdeen Airport

16. The Jays Guest House

17. Hilton Aberdeen TECA

18. Village Hotel Aberdeen

19. Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

20. Atholl Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Drum Castle

Top Drum Castle Hotel Reviews

Village Hotel Aberdeen

Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

Banchory Lodge Hotel

3 bedroom accommodation in Stonehaven

Premier Inn Aberdeen - Westhill

Cults Hotel

11 Ambleside Court

Other attractions near Drum Castle

Garlogie Hall

Battle Grounds Adventure Activities

The Den & the Glen

Westdyke Leisure Centre

Crathes Castle and Gardens

Woodend Barn Arts Centre

Woodend Barn

Go Health and Beauty

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