The Best Hotels Closest to Drum Castle in Banchory for 2026

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

A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a large window.

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

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

1. Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport by IHG

14 km from Drum Castle

Betty

￥8,917

￥10,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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 leather chairs, a chessboard, and a bar in the background.

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

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

2. Moxy Aberdeen Airport

13.9 km from Drum Castle

Mark

￥10,700

￥12,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen Airport

13.9 km from Drum Castle

Sanjoy

￥10,609

￥12,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A restaurant interior with hanging floral decorations, a bar area, and a leather booth.

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

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

4. Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

7.6 km from Drum Castle

Sharad

￥8,392

￥10,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are two wall-mounted lamps and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view into the dining area.

A bar area with a marble counter, green bar stools, pendant lighting, and a bar stocked with bottles.

5. Crowne Plaza Aberdeen Airport by IHG

14 km from Drum Castle

Steven

￥11,714

￥14,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a sofa, and a patterned wall.

A hotel with a reception, restaurant, and bar.

A beach scene with people and dogs walking on the wet sand, a lighthouse in the background, and the sun shining brightly.

6. Leonardo Inn Aberdeen Airport

13.9 km from Drum Castle

Caron

￥9,599

￥11,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

7. Aloft by Marriott Aberdeen TECA

13.6 km from Drum Castle

Emma

￥12,448

￥14,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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

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

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

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

8. Palm Court Hotel

12.5 km from Drum Castle

Paula

￥10,879

￥13,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A stone building with a grassy yard and a tree in the foreground.

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

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, a wall-mounted painting, and a wooden floor.

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

9. Crawfield Grange

10.7 km from Drum Castle

Kyle

￥20,105

￥24,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

10. Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant

11.5 km from Drum Castle

Andrew

￥16,608

￥19,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A grand lobby with a fireplace, leather sofas, and patterned carpet.

A lobby with a leather armchair, a wooden bench, a blue sofa, and a painting of a deer in a suit.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a high ceiling with visible ductwork, and a tiled edge.

11. The Aberdeen Dyce Hotel

14.9 km from Drum Castle

Nicola

￥11,959

￥14,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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 gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and exercise machines.

12. Village Hotel Aberdeen

9.4 km from Drum Castle

Carolann

￥10,962

￥13,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A large, historic stone building with multiple towers and arched gateways, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and paved pathways.

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

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

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork, a lobby area with a reception desk, seating, and a large window.

13. Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

10 km from Drum Castle

Carol

￥14,656

￥17,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A building with a sign reading 'WESTHILL CHEF & BREWER,' a stone staircase, and hanging flower baskets.

A metal rack with multiple hooks holding black items, likely coats or bags, in a room with a wooden door and a textured wall.

14. Premier Inn Aberdeen - Westhill

7.1 km from Drum Castle

Loïc

￥8,392

￥10,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A Hampton hotel exterior at night with a glass entrance and a neon sign.

A gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and a digital display.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

A buffet area with various food options, including a blue container labeled "bacon" and a red container labeled "bake."

15. Hampton by Hilton Aberdeen Airport

13.5 km from Drum Castle

Paul

￥14,712

￥17,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

The exterior of the LEONARDO Hotel with a red facade, glass entrance, and a sign indicating it is a hotel and conference venue.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a lamp on the desk.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and booths, a patterned carpet, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A large conference room with round tables and red chairs, a chandelier, and a carpeted floor.

16. Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Aberdeen Airport

13.8 km from Drum Castle

Ryan

￥11,329

￥13,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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.

17. Maryculter House

5 km from Drum Castle

Ross

￥15,560

￥18,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A stone building with multiple windows and doors, including a reception area.

A wall with wine bottles and price tags.

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

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

18. Cove Bay Hotel

15.9 km from Drum Castle

JACQUELINE

￥11,889

￥14,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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

A modern lobby with colorful seating, a large bookshelf, and a view of the outside.

A modern interior with a reflective pool, geometric wall tiles, and a minimalist staircase.

19. Hilton Aberdeen TECA

13.5 km from Drum Castle

Chia Lin (Joy)

￥16,199

￥19,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by beige walls and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with a checkered floor, a bar counter, and multiple stools.

A spacious bar area with a long counter and multiple seating options including bar stools and tables.

20. The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

15.2 km from Drum Castle

Yvonne

￥13,085

￥15,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Drum Castle

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 816 reviews	View
Moxy Aberdeen Airport	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen Airport	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG	8.8 Excellent 597 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Aberdeen Airport by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 513 reviews	View

Top Drum Castle Hotel Reviews

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very attentive, room very clean, no problem parking, breakfast amazing, ate in restaurant for evening meal once, again amazing . Would very highly recommend this hotel, will definitely book again in the spring"

Maryculter House

10/10 Excellent

"This is an olde worlds building lots of little rooms also larger function suite all connected with old fashioned corridors connecting them. But there bedrooms are not small and hey are very spacious en-suite rooms. Beautifully decorated with the period they represent. The staff are very peasant, helpful and friendly. Good food. Excellent venue for a wedding as beautiful setting inside and outside extensive countryside woodland walk to the river."

Banchory Lodge Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was so lovely, our dog was treated like royalty. The staff were super helpful. We will definitely be back!"

Village Hotel Aberdeen

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, great gym, great food"

Marcliffe

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place,definitely 5 stars. Would stay again. Loved everything about it. The food at the restaurant was the best we had in Scotland so far."

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."

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!"

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. Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport by IHG

2. Moxy Aberdeen Airport

3. Courtyard by Marriott Aberdeen Airport

4. Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

5. Crowne Plaza Aberdeen Airport by IHG

6. Leonardo Inn Aberdeen Airport

7. Aloft by Marriott Aberdeen TECA

8. Palm Court Hotel

9. Crawfield Grange

10. Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant

11. The Aberdeen Dyce Hotel

12. Village Hotel Aberdeen

13. Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

14. Premier Inn Aberdeen - Westhill

15. Hampton by Hilton Aberdeen Airport

16. Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Aberdeen Airport

17. Maryculter House

18. Cove Bay Hotel

19. Hilton Aberdeen TECA

20. The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

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Top Drum Castle Hotel Reviews

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

Maryculter House

Banchory Lodge Hotel

Village Hotel Aberdeen

Marcliffe

Holiday Inn Aberdeen West by IHG

3 bedroom accommodation in Stonehaven

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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