Duke Of Gordon Hotel in Kingussie: Photos and Reviews
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About the Hotel
Newtonmore Road, Kingussie,
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Near Loch Gynack
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Highly rated by guests who stayed at Duke Of Gordon Hotel
Evening entertainment
Log fire
Buffet breakfast
Comfortable beds
Great location
"Evening food in the bar was very good."
Howard from United Kingdom
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"Great looking from outside and brilliant location."
Keith from United Kingdom
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"What can I say about this place .after reading some of the reviews after I booked it I was a little apprehensive I needn't of worried from our arrival on the Friday to leaving Tuesday it was excellent."
Robert C from United Kingdom
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"The food was excellent, the bar service was very efficient and overall the staff were extremely attentive which made for a fantastic evening."
Russell J from United Kingdom
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Historic Highland hotel with traditional Scottish cuisine in the Cairngorms National Park
Dining
The Balmoral Restaurant serves traditional Scottish cuisine using local ingredients. Special diet menus offer halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. A full English/Irish breakfast buffet with warm dishes, juice, and fruits is available each morning.
Location & Outdoor Activities
The hotel sits within the Cairngorm National Park, providing direct access to hiking, cycling, walking tours, and skiing. Kingussie Golf Club is a 12-minute walk away, and the Highland Wildlife Park is 5 miles from the hotel. Nearby historical attractions include Highland Folk Museum and Ruthven Barracks.
Rooms & Accessibility
Family rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers and baths, free WiFi, TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities with raised toilets, toilet grab rails, and allergy-free rooms. Non-smoking rooms and family rooms are available, with lift access to upper floors.
Services & Events
Wedding services and event coordination are offered, with meeting and banquet facilities available for groups. A 24-hour front desk provides luggage storage, private check-in/check-out, and car hire services. Evening entertainment includes a bar, kids' meals, packed lunches, and board games/puzzles.
Sustainability & History
The hotel holds Green Tourism Certification for its eco-friendly practices. Originally a stagecoach stopover, the building retains historical character with ornate ceilings and a Ballroom. Free on-site parking and accessible parking are provided for guests.
Highlights
Dining: Balmoral Restaurant with traditional Scottish cuisine
Location: Inside Cairngorm National Park, close to golf and wildlife park
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible facilities and allergy-free rooms
Sustainability: Green Tourism Certified for eco-friendly practices
History: Former stagecoach stopover with ornate Ballroom
Services: Wedding coordination and meeting/banquet facilities
Must-do experiences
Hike the nearby Cairngorms for stunning views and fresh air.
Taste haggis at the Old Bridge Inn, a local favorite.
Visit the Highland Folk Museum to learn about local history.