Craigellachie

Overview

There are nearly 700 whiskies that line the walls of our world famous Quaich Bar. Our in house whisky specialist will be happy to conduct nosing and tasting sessions for up to around 20 people. Our Quaich Bar has been exhibited in New York, Chicago, Paris, Berlin and Leiden. A dram in the Quaich bar will cost you anything from £2.00 to £275.00 per nip.

For the twelfth consecutive year, our Ben Aigan Restaurant has been awarded one AA Rosette. Our award winning kitchen brigade prepares only the finest Scottish cuisine to ensure you enjoy the very best in taste and quality.

Our Head Chef has proudly been awarded Grampian Chef of the year and winner of the Spirit of Speyside cooking competition.

The Craigellachie Hotel’s leisure brochure is available to download. If you require any further information in connection with Dining at the Craigellachie, please do not hesitate to contact the hotel directly.

In the area

The hotel is situated by the Spey River, world famous for its exceptional salmon fishing. The Craigellachie’s Fishing beat is situated on the river Spey right in front of the hotel. The beat is predominantly time share but let rods are normally available throughout the season.

By choosing the Craigellachie Hotel, the malt whisky trail is on your doorstep with 52 distilleries around the area. Craigellachie is also the home of the Speyside Cooperage where the local coopers make the casks for the exceptional whisky. The Speyside Way passes directly in front of the hotel and links the Moray Coast with the edge of the Grampian Mountains. It is one of four official long distance routes in Scotland.

While staying at the Craigellachie Hotel you can visit:

Ballindaloch Castle

City of Inverness

Inverness Castle

Loch Ness

City of Aberdeen

Elgin Town

 

For more suggestions you can download the Craigellachie Hotel’s leisure brochure or speak to one of our central reservations agents on 0871 376 9900.

What's happening?

One couldn't envisage a more idyllic setting for a hotel than that which has been enjoyed by the Craigellachie since 1893. Located within the beautiful village of the same name, at the confluence of the Fiddich and the Spey rivers, the Craigellachie Hotel offers the rare opportunity to savour the style and elegance of a by-gone era, combined with all the comforts of a first-class hotel. With the famous Spey Walk in front providing some of the most majestic, uninterrupted views over forest, river and mountains and a wide range of activities, including the Whisky and Castle Trails to enjoy, the Craigellachie is truly a haven of Highland Hospitality.

Below, you will find out what’s going on, both at the hotel and in the local area. If you wish to learn more about any of the activities and events mentioned, please do not hesitate to contact our Central Reservations Team on 0871 376 9900. 

Before

The Craigellachie hotel is the ideal venue for your wedding. The romantic settings are the perfect background for your perfect day.

It’s the individual touches that make the difference, so if there's a particular dish you would prefer or fireworks at midnight, let us arrange those details for you.

Our wedding co-ordinator can assist you with the planning and preparations required to make your day perfect. A full show round of the hotel, menu and wine tasting is included in our wedding package. We can assist you with florists, cakes, decorations, speeches and photographers to ensure the run up to your big day is hassle free.

On the day

On your wedding day, your wedding co-ordinator will be on hand to assist the operations team with your wedding and ensuring everything meets with your expectations and agreed order of service.

Special bedroom rates for your friends and family are available for the evening of your wedding. We have 26 en-suite bedrooms all decorated to an extremely high standard. Upgrade to one of our mini suites overlooking the river Spey and Thomas Telford Bridge.

After

The Craigellachie’s beautiful Bridal suite will await you for your first evening together as Mr and Mrs. Awake to an impressive champagne breakfast the following morning delivered to the privacy of your bedroom. Perhaps, you may choose to take breakfast with your family and friends before your departure on your honeymoon.

Capacities

Below you will find a chart detailing our banqueting rooms and capacities for the varying set ups you may wish to consider when hosting your wedding at the Craigellachie Hotel.

Interactive Brochure

If you would like any more information about holding your wedding at the Craigellachie Hotel then please click here to take a look at and download the Craigellachie’s interactive Wedding Brochure, where you will find everything you need to know about our wedding services.

For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the hotel directly.  

The Craigellachie Hotel is an ideal venue for your next meeting, training or team building session. Exclusive use of the hotel is available on certain dates to ensure privacy, tranquillity and sole use of all hotel facilities.

The Avon Suite is situated on the ground floor and can cater for approximately 70 guests. Adjacent to the Avon Suite is the hotels drawing room which can be used for a break out or syndicate room.

Similarly on the ground floor is the Spey Suite that overlooks the River Spey. This is an impressive room with excellent views, natural daylight and is stylishly decorated. This room can be used for smaller meetings and training sessions.

We are able to offer Daily Delegate and 24 hour rates for all events. A choice of services ensures every detail is carefully considered to meet your corporate needs.

If you would like any more information about holding your corporate or private event at the Craigellachie Hotel then download the Craigellachie's Conference brochure, where you will find everything you need to know about our meeting and event services.

For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the hotel directly.

Capacities

Below you will find a chart detailing our banqueting rooms and capacities for the varying set ups you may wish to consider when hosting your event at the Craigellachie Hotel.