The County Hotel, Banff ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

32 High Street, Banff, Gb, Banff, United Kingdom

The County Hotel is an elegant Grade B Georgian House located in the historical Royal Burgh of Banff. It offers fine views of the Bay and the scenic countryside surrounding the River Deveron estuary. The hotel features a charming garden with weeping ash trees and emphasizes a relaxing atmosphere for guests. Since its conversion to a small prestigious hotel in 1977, it has maintained a country-house ambiance appealing to discerning travelers.

Location

The County Hotel is conveniently situated less than 1 km from local points of interest such as Banff Bridge Station. Aberdeen Airport is located approximately 66 km away, with easy access provided by the hotel's private parking facilities. Nearby attractions include Inverboyndie Beach and historical sites like Huntly Castle and Delgatie Castle within a short driving distance.

Rooms

Each room in The County Hotel is individually furnished and decorated, ensuring modern-day comforts while retaining historical charm. Guests can choose among various room options, including single, double, and twin rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker, and a fireplace. The accommodations also include essential amenities such as central heating, writing facilities, and direct dial telephones.

Eat & Drink

The hotel features an on-site restaurant where guests can enjoy an à la carte breakfast daily. The dining menu includes a selection of local and seasonal dishes. A bar/lounge area is available for guests wishing to relax with a drink after their meals.

Leisure & Business

Outdoor activities around the hotel include cycling, birdwatching, and visits to nearby beaches. The County Hotel also offers access to business services, with free Wi-Fi available in public areas. The serene garden provides a secluded space for relaxation away from the hustle of daily life.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room Sea View

Max:

3 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Heating

Fireplace

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Heating

Fireplace

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Getting around

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City Centre

Banff300 m

Airports

Aberdeen (ABZ) 66.7 km

Wick John O'Groats (WIC) 282.2 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dinners!

“The evening meals were delightful, especially the homemade steak pie, which was the best I've ever tasted.” view full review

Ample Parking

“The hotel provided plenty of parking space, making it super convenient for us to come and go as we pleased.” view full review

Stunning Views!

“Our room not only provided great comfort but also offered breathtaking views over the bay that made our stay memorable.” view full review

General

Parking

Room features

Sitting area
Dressing area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

32 High Street, Banff, Gb, Banff, United Kingdom

Map view

32 High Street, Banff, Gb, Banff, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Gallery

Duff House

790 m

Aquarium

Macduff Marine Aquarium

2.0 km

Marina

Banff Harbour

620 m

Banff AB45 3SX

Duff House Banff

740 m

Banff AB45 3JS

Temple of Venus

1.3 km

Inverboyndie

2.0 km

Banff AB45 2JJ

Inverboyndie Beach

2.2 km

Tarlair Rd

Tarlair Open Air Swimming Pool

3.0 km

Bridge

Bridge of Alvah

3.0 km

Banff AB45 3TS

Inchdrewer Castle

4.6 km

Nearby

Castlegate

Salvation Army Citadel

130 m

Museum

Museum of Banff

110 m

Church

St Mary's Parish Church

70 m

Bay

Banff Bay

490 m

Restaurants

The Broken Fiddle

100 m

9 Strait Path

The Lighthouse

70 m

New House 57 High Street

Pyramids Takeaway

170 m

53 Low Street

Delight Cafe Gallery

120 m

10A Boyndie Street

Kelly's Chips

230 m

9 Low Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

beautiful sea views

attentive service

limited dining options

small car park

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.0

Service

9.3

Dining

8.3

Lucy

United Kingdom, December 2023

9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were tall and well proportioned, with a beautiful dining room serving a cooked-to-order breakfast with lovely sea views. Everything was spotless and super clean, making for a very comfortable stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were tall, well proportioned, and spotlessly clean.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly welcoming and attentive, especially during breakfast where I had a great selection of cereals, fruit, and a delicious cooked breakfast of my choice.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic, right on the main street with beautiful views down to the sea. It was perfect for exploring the town and accessing everything we needed in Banff.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb with freshly prepared to order meals and a great choice, though it was a little limited during our stay. The homemade jams were a nice touch.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had great facilities, and the small car park to the rear was convenient for us.

beautiful sea views

limited dining options

Jade

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel, with gorgeous rooms offering stunning views over the bay. The service was impeccable, and the location was fantastic for exploring Banff. The dining experience was delightful, and the facilities were top-notch.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were tall, well-proportioned, and offered stunning views over the bay.

Service

9.0

The hosts were perfect, striking a great balance of friendliness and professionalism. They even welcomed our dog!

Location

8.0

The hotel is situated on the main street with beautiful views, making it a great base for exploring the town.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was lovely, with good-sized portions of traditional Scottish foods.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch and complemented our stay perfectly.

Beautiful Views

Pricey Dining

Diana

United Kingdom, May 2023

9.2/10

My stay at the hotel was just perfect! The rooms were basic but very comfortable and lovely and sunny for our arrival, offering a wonderful view over the bay. The service was fantastic, and I would nightly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting. The location was fantastic for our needs, being well located for the places we needed to access in Banff. The dining experience was delicious, with well-cooked and excellent quality meals. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay even more enjoyable!

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very comfortable with a lovely view over the bay.

Service

10.0

The service provided by the owner and staff was fantastic!

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic for our needs being well located for the places we needed to access in Banff.

Dining

9.0

The dining was delicious with well-cooked and excellent quality meals.