The Lodge On The Loch - Aberdeenshire

Stayed here for just 1 night while exploring Balmoral and the local area. Room was lovely with a stunning view over the Loch. Even had time to try the golf which was a nice little course. Found the owners to be nice and friendly. Would stay here again.

Loved this quaint location. Although a tich older Our room had spectacular Sunset views of lake. Hosts are very accommodating with a willingness to please, and very genuine people. Would have loved to golf but no time, was here 2 nights with tour group. We only had breakfasts here and their choice of selections and quality of food was quite good. Definitely recommend . Don

I was here as part of a tour, and will definitely be back on my own. I found the Innkeepers friendly and helpful, and the room quite comfortable. It was small, but had spectacular views and was immaculate, with a good supply of fluffy towels. Breakfast was more than adequate, with continental food plus full breakfasts. I didn 't try any of the spa experiences, but stayed here two nights and enjoyed it very much.

Went to have gin afternoon tea with our daughter who had gifted them for Christmas Staff very friendly and efficient but the quantity of food was something else ! 3 x Finger sandwiches the size of a child’s finger 1 x haggis Bon Bon each I sausage roll each a glass of gin and cup of coffee all for the privilege of £30 per person 2 glasses of wine at £12.50 each ! Definitely no where near value for money and verging on a total rip off Won’t be back

Arrived 8.10pm . Nearly ran off the road as no lights or reflective posts signs on drive car park not lit . In fact wasn’t sure if hotel was open ? Entered hotel and Asked receptionist now know it was owner if I could order food as I’d just driven over 3hrs from Glasgow and then go to my room to drop my bag, I was told no food was available even though there was approx 10-12 dining ?? She then turned her back on me shouted on Derek to come through . A gentleman I now know is the joint owner husband and wife came through and very aggressively said you can’t have food at this time of night ! 8.10pm ?? Due to the aggressive nature of his response and the tone of his voice I then said I’d like to cancel my booking. I was then told “tough we’ve got your money you’re not getting a refund “ . He then said to me you know you cant just turn up and expect food you’ll need to go and get a takeaway ! They were incredibly unpleasant and without doubt the worst welcome I’ve ever received at a hotel . If they had explained in a nice way why they were unable to serve me any sort of food at the ungodly hour of 8.10pm I may have understood ? I then decided there’s no way I could stay there and left and stayed at a beautiful and friendly hotel in Aboyne see my other review As I was leaving he shouted to me you have to book food before you arrive no where on booking.com was still stipulated ? I will be pursuing a refund from booking.com “Pic below is Derek aggressively telling me to get a takeaway!”