Rothes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

River Spey at Rothes, Moray, Scotland.
River Spey at Rothes, Moray, Scotland.
Flood Alleviation Work Not surprisingly, the parts of Rothes which are built on the flood plain of the River Spey are prone to flooding. This is part of an extensive scheme intended to avert future flooding.
Photo by Anne Burgess (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
The Junction Pool where the Rothes Burn enters the Spey.
Photo by Des Colhoun (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Downstream opposite Lower Arndilly. A salmon fisher is seen as a small dot by the far river bank in the distance.
Photo by Des Colhoun (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
The Station Hotel

The Station Hotel

4 out of 5
51 New Street Aberlour Scotland
The price is AU$220 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$220
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberlour. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Glen Grant Distillery and The Glenrothes Distillery ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (244 reviews)
The staff were exceptional and made us all feel very welcome. The breakfasts and meal we enjoyed in the restaurant were first class. The bar was a lovely place to spend time and the whiskey knowledge was incredible. The room was very comfortable great water pressure and super comfy bed. Would return ...

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

The Station Hotel
Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside

Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside

4 out of 5
Victoria Street Aberlour Scotland
The price is AU$309 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$309
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aberlour. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (347 reviews)
Lovely hotel in a quiet village location. The staff were friendly and professional and the food and drink great quality

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside
The Mansion House Hotel

The Mansion House Hotel

4 out of 5
The Haugh Elgin Scotland
Stay at this boutique hotel in Elgin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (534 reviews)
Very comfortable, friendly hotel.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

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Whisky Trail Retreat - 3 bed house in Rothes

Whisky Trail Retreat - 3 bed house in Rothes

Rothes Moray
Stay at this holiday home in Aberlour. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The Glenrothes Distillery and Glen Grant Distillery ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Very nice, close to the old town and some great dining.

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Whisky Trail Retreat - 3 bed house in Rothes
The Old Mill Inn

The Old Mill Inn

2.5 out of 5
7 Brodie Pl Forres Scotland
Stay at this holiday home in Forres. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Brodie Castle and Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (17 reviews)
Staff very friendly.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Old Mill Inn
Taigh Mor

Taigh Mor

3 out of 5
179 High St Elgin Scotland
Stay at this holiday home in Elgin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Relax and Elgin Museum are located nearby.
Taigh Mor
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Popular places to visit

Much like their scotch, the new visitor center at the Macallan Estate is the perfect blend of new, old, and natural. I highly recommend the tour and tasting. #Culture photo contest

Macallan Distillery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Macallan Distillery during your travels in Aberlour. Discover the area's countryside and spas.

Macallan Distillery
Whisky isn't whisky without barrels. The Speyside Cooperage has over 500,000 barrels waiting to be refit for use in the whisky industry. Their visitors centre offers tours to see how this process is done by hand.

Speyside Cooperage

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Speyside Cooperage in Craigellachie. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Speyside Cooperage
Highland views from Cardhu

Cardhu Distillery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Cardhu Distillery during your travels in Aberlour. Discover the area's countryside and spas.

Cardhu Distillery

Aberlour Distillery

You can take time to visit Aberlour Distillery during your travels to Aberlour. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Aberlour Distillery

Glen Grant Distillery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Glen Grant Distillery during your travels in Rothes. Discover the area's countryside and spas.

Glen Grant Distillery

Knockando Woolmill

Find out about the history of Aberlour when you spend time at Knockando Woolmill. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Knockando Woolmill

Activities

Hallowe'en Midnight High Street Graveyard Tour 2018

High Street Graveyard Tour

AU$28
per adult
High Street Graveyard Tour
Royal West End Tour

Royal West End Tour

AU$28
per adult
Royal West End Tour
UISGE BEATHA: THE WATER OF LIFE

Whisky, Wool and Weaving in Scotland

AU$1,697
per traveller
Whisky, Wool and Weaving in Scotland
The Macallan Distillery

Best Scottish Whisky Distilleries Private Tasting Trip plus optional Castle Tour

AU$1,368
per traveller
Best Scottish Whisky Distilleries Private Tasting Trip plus optional Castle Tour
Whisky Tour Scottish Highlands Speyside

Whisky Tour Scottish Highlands Speyside

AU$1,298
per traveller
Whisky Tour Scottish Highlands Speyside
Speyside Full-Day Private Whisky Tour

Speyside Full-Day Private Whisky Tour

AU$1,338
per traveller
Speyside Full-Day Private Whisky Tour
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