Inverlochy Castle Hotel

Even in the grips of Storm Amy last week our much anticipated trip to the incredible Inverlochy Castle was a joy ! I hadn’t been to Inverlochy for many years - why , probably as we tend to go abroad and from Aberdeenshire it’s easier to go South but gosh we’ll be back soon . My Partner had never visited and let’s just say we both loved it . We stayed at Villa d’Este on Lake Como a few weeks ago and travel a lot so really wanted something different but special - that’s what Inverlochy has in spadeloads! We were aware that Storm Amy was approaching and arrived at Inverlochy after a 4hrs drive - tired and relieved but, what a lovely welcome from informative ! immaculately presented David and his team . A mixed but discerning clientele ( many lovely folk from America & London ) didn’t overpower this very special place and on our first night the meal and service was superb -10/10. Our large room charming and elegant . On the second night the storm however raged and unsurprisingly the whole area had a power cut - no need to worry as David and his team were seamlessly up to and over the mark . William the Sommelier ( whom I remembered from his period at the Witchery ) worked with great aplomb & efficiency in the candlelit restaurant and although menu restricted it was terrific service and fun - rather like The Traitors and William had a touch of Captain Mainwaring’s ‘ don’t panic ‘! Dara and Tia ( and I think Adi ) were all magnificent too . If you’re a Dubai / Four Seasons type regular then Inverlochy might appear a wee bit frayed and dated here and there but it hasn’t lost its charm / elegance and seriously David and his young and fairly new team were outstanding & in exceptional circumstances . In my previous corporate life many years ago I met the MD of the company Norbert Lieder. I couldn’t be sure as so long ago but as we left very early on the Saturday a distinguished gentleman advised us in the car park of the best roads to take for safety and was charming and attentive - well if that was you Norbert and now leading a delightful group of hotels , many congratulations on a great team and a memorable and very charming visit to such a special place . We’ll be back & soon !

We were really excited about staying in this award winning hotel. Checkin was seamless and although there were no lifts, our bags were carried upstairs for us. We chose the dinner option which was formal with jacket required for men. We knew this when booking. Pre dinner drinks were served in the lounge area first. A lovely touch! Dinner was a set menu and each course was delicious and beautifully presented. There were numerous wine choices available. After dinner there was coffee/tea and petite fours once again served in the lounge area. The staff all went missing at this stage which told us they wanted us to go to bed, which we reluctantly did. The room was lovely, as was the spacious bathroom. However, the bed was very uncomfortable and the bed linen was even more uncomfortable! I was very glad we weren’t staying more than one night and for the price we paid I expected more. The staff were all lovely and professional and we were made to feel very special. All in all a lovely experience and a special shoutout to to our Aussie waiter Stanley. He was definitely the friendliest out of all the staff and couldn’t do enough to please us.

Inverlochy Castle Hotel was nothing less than exceptional for my 80th birthday celebration. I am a Cameron and wanted to be in Cameron country for my birthday with family from the USA so this was my choice. We were so well taken care of by the staff from the time the car pulled up, we parked in the grounds which were perfectly manicured & offer beautiful vistas. The food by Michel Roux jr. was fine cuisine, high quality, locally sourced. Ours was the tasting menu in a private dining room; again the staff went beyond anything expected, enhancing our experience of the occasion. At one point a member of staff took off my 10 month old baby granddaughter and entertained her while we ate dinner. All the staff were exceptional but to experience this in the beautiful surroundings of this magnificent castle was a joy on my birthday Thank you so much everyone who looked after us and made so many memories for my family.

Our time with old friends visiting us from Canada in this resplendent setting gave our history together another wonderful highlight. The staff were as enjoyable as the setting and the meal. I would highly recommend others to enjoy their friendship in the Inverlochy Castle Hotel.

Inverlochy Castle Hotel is nothing less than exceptional. The grounds are perfectly manicured and offer beautiful vistas. The food is fine cuisine, high quality, locally sourced, succulent and presented in the most perfect way. The rooms are appointed with high quality luxurious decor, bedding, and amenities and offer the utmost comfort. Everything is spotless and impeccably clean. The service is upscale and the team gives its clients a perfect Scottish fairytale experience. The castle itself is full of history, is well maintained, and each room (guest suites, billiard, dinning, living, etc) is perfectly appointed. Staying there is like being in a dream, your own Cinderella story!