The royal burgh of Elgin, the administrative and commercial centre for Moray Speyside, was founded in the early 12th century by King David I of Scotland when there was a castle on Ladyhill. The medieval street pattern can still be seen in the core of the historic town.
Stay in Travelodge, Elgin when you visit, with its amazing history, stunning scenery, and world-famous whisky. See popular attractions like Elgin Museum and Elgin Cathedral. Perfectly located for exploring the Moray Firth and Scottish Highlands. Situated just off the A96 with easy access to Inverness and Aberdeen. Just a short drive to RAF Lossiemouth. All standard […]
We recommend booking online in advance to guarantee entry. This magnificent ruin dates to the 13th Century and is one of the most beautiful medieval buildings in Scotland. It is the only Cathedral in Moray. Almost destroyed in 1390 by Alexander Stewart, the infamous ‘Wolf of Badenoch’. You can see the bishop’s home at Spynie […]
Johnstons of Elgin have been experts in the world’s finest fibres for over 225 years, crafting exquisite luxury products in our own Scottish mills. We now invite you to join us in an immersive experience at our Elgin mill, where our family business has worked with natural, renewable, biodegradable fibres since 1797. Witness the techniques […]
Situated on the Kellas Estate in the Moray Speyside countryside, Braeside Cottage is the ideal get away holiday let. Braeside is a totally renovated 2-bedroomed self-catering cottage with a cosy sitting room and fireplace and a dining corner set in Austrian style. The cottage has a recently installed hot-tub and its own enclosed garden. Kellas […]
Southbank is a Georgian Town House over 200 years Old. Situated in a quiet road, we are in the heart of Elgin with a few minutes walk to town centre where you will find shops and restaurants. We are popular with golf, fishing, castle and malt whisky seekers. We have beautiful beaches only 10 minutes […]
Pluscarden has been a haven of tranquility and hospitality for hundreds of years. It still houses the 12th Century Benedictine Abbey the only permanently occupied Abbey in Scotland. Around the Abbey in the vale of St Andrews farming and crofting has been carried out for even longer. Many of the former crofts were abandoned over […]
The Laichmoray Hotel, Elgin provides a warm atmosphere, for business guests and those wishing to relax and discover Moray alike. We offer personal attention and a professional service second to none. In the Garden Room, Conservatory, and Restaurant, our menus offer traditional favorites alongside modern classics, cooked to order, using only the best local produce. […]
We are sure you will have a comfortable and relaxing time in our cottage in Duffus which is spacious, tastefully finished to a very high standard and sleeps a maximum of 6. Although the cottage is in the countryside, it’s not far from shops and it’s also close to the Moray Coast which enjoys a […]
Established as a grocery business in 1895 in the heart of Scotland’s Speyside region, we originally curated all manner of groceries from around the world such as teas, coffees, wines and whisky. Their appreciation of the rich tapestry of flavours they encountered led the founders, James Gordon and John Alexander MacPhail, to seek out and […]
Victorian Guest House with many traditional features and private off road parking. Close to the centre of Elgin with its many shops, restaurants and attractions. Within walking distance of the train station and very near Dr Gray’s Hospital and Elgin leisure centre. We provide spacious accommodation in comfortable en-suite rooms, three of which are on […]
For five centuries until 1686, Spynie Palace, near Elgin, was the residence of the bishops of Moray. The beauty of the surroundings and the substantial wildlife and birdsong make the Palace a wonderful place to visit. Visit the Historic Environment website for tickets. The palace is located just 3 miles from Elgin. Opening times 1 […]
The Sunninghill Hotel stands imposingly within its own grounds, a short walk from the historical centre of Elgin in the county of Moray in the Northeast of Scotland. The Sunninghill is the perfect destination for business, pleasure, or any special celebrations. A Victorian house which has been extensively renovated over the years the Sunninghill provides […]
The Cabin is a cosy, solar powered eco-cabin on Duffus Estate, with jaw-dropping views of Duffus Castle. Huge windows, sumptuous corner sofa and an extremely luxurious cashmere duvet make it as snug, as it is bright. The Cabin has been designed with “coorie” (it’s the Scottish Hygge) and sustainability in mind. The living room, bedroom […]
In 1898 our founder John Duff chose to open his new distillery on the site of the old Riach Farm. Ruggedly beautiful, the Benriach Distillery draws its water from the mineral-rich aquifer deep beneath the grounds. Benriach is a hidden Speyside gem distilling in three distinct styles – classic unpeated, Highland peated and triple distilled […]
Kellas is a beautiful Scottish Estate set over 2,500 acres of stunning and varied countryside situated between the towns of Elgin (7 miles) and Forres (11 miles). It is host to Mill of Kellas Pods. Our spacious and comfortable pods, looks over our estate trout lochs and have their own patio and hot tub making […]
