The Gordon Arms Hotel

Miserable…. Huntly offers very few hotels, sadly, this is one of them. It’s miserable, cold, has damp in the wardrobe and is overall an expensive dump charging £130 a night.

A bar with rooms, not a hotel We were immediately informed that the room we had booked was not available due to 'maintenance'. we were then offered bunk-room accommodation which we delined. Eventually we got a double room on the top floor. The cafe was in a bar and did not seem suitable for breakfast.

Older building not in its prime. Staff was helpful. Located in a quaint square and close to castles within easy driving distance. Suited our needs.

Stayed for 2 nights with family party attending family wedding reception in nearby Fochabers Institute. Great location on main street, pleasant helpful staff, good breakfasts, comfortable rooms and good value. Recommended if you're travelling in this part of Scotland famous for its single malt distilleries and salmon fishing.

We just popped in to Gordon Arms as we were exploring Huntly Castle and the area nearby. On a Friday there’s a steak night so we had a go for it. Absolutely fantastic! Quality food the beef medium well with veggies excellent. As for dessert the polite and kind staff recommended to try their mint cheesecake. Just divine, not sweet, exploding in mouth. A very good place, worth a visit when you’re nearby. Good value for money as well.

The hotel is functional. Rooms and bathroom are very small. Housekeeping staff was great and found me a hairdryer as soon as I asked. No one at reception on the weekend so you need to check in at the pub next door. Location, however, is excellent, if you plan on driving the castle trail for the next few days.