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The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant

3.0 star property

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with vertical lines, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and a view through a large window.
A room with a view of the sea through a large window, a small round table with a tissue box and a remote control, and a chair.
A bar area with a brick wall, multiple seating options including sofas and armchairs, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A tea service set with a tiered dessert display, sandwiches, scones, and a view of a hill through a window.
A dining area with a table set for six, large windows with a view of the sea and cityscape, and a modern pendant light.

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, Inverboyndie Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with vertical lines, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and a view through a large window.

Double Room, Ensuite

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, two windows, a TV, and a bathroom vanity.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a door.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a 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 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space and wedding services.
The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant offers 19 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant, you're just a quick walk from Macduff Marine Aquarium. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet in some public areas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and conference space
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Macduff Marine Aquarium and a 3-minute drive from Banff Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace and karaoke are also featured at The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Macduff hotel is smoke free.

The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property class

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

The Knowes Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 231 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, beautiful decor, staff were so friendly and super tasty food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel with modern well appointed rooms and great sea views...Staff very attentive and food in restaurant excellent...Will definitely return when back in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was freshly cooked and there was lots of good options
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice modern clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were lovely and helpful. Our room was very clean and the bathroom spotless. The bed was huge and conformable but a bit soft for our personal preference. Amazing views of the harbour. Room had everything you could need in there including hair dryer and ironing board and iron.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

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