The Red Lion Tavern

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Red Lion Tavern in Fochabers offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and complimentary toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a bar, tennis court, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a games room, coffee shop, and bicycle parking. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily, including vegetarian and vegan options. Warm dishes and juice are available to start the day. Prime Location: Located 8.7 mi from Elgin Cathedral and 19 mi from Huntly Castle, the property is near attractions such as Brodie Castle and Nairn Dunbar Golf Club. Highly rated for its breakfast, staff, and room comfort.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Chris
United States United States
“this was a very nice comfortable room, friendly people and a lovely restaurant inside , would stay here again on our next visit, it also had stores walking distance to pick extra things for our stay.”
Enrica0125
Italy Italy
“Breakfast cooked for us, with vegetarian option. Large and quiet room. Soft towels.”
Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I loved the warmth and friendliness of staff and everyone, especially loved atmosphere with live traditional music.”
Christine
United States United States
“Breakfast was more than expected. Choice of Continental or full Scottish. Food was delicious. Service always served with a friendly comment and a smile. Very good coffee. Eat my 1st slice of Haggis. So good! Our en-suite Room was airy, clean,...”
Tiffany
United States United States
“Room was comfortable and perfect for one night passing through on the Speyside Way. Shower has great water pressure and consistent hot water. Bar staff was very nice.”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was very comfortable and well equipped, very clean and tidy with added extras like biscuits.”
Sharon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was spotless and fresh looking. Beds very comfortable. Great breakfast and cooked to perfection…Second stay at red Lyon will definitely be back!”
Greg
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Warm ,high quality, excellence.One night will be like a oasis, away from the desert.”
Muriel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Liked that it was a local pub , friendly staff … room was comfortable , facilities were good , breakfast was plentiful Room had ironing board , tv and tea/coffee , bathroom had toilet and shower”
Annie
United States United States
“Breakfast was very good. We had booked the location thinking it was near the distillery tour at Belvenie and was a little disappointed that it wasn't closer, but the drive was lovely.”

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Guests who stayed here loved

Chris
United States United States
“this was a very nice comfortable room, friendly people and a lovely restaurant inside , would stay here again on our next visit, it also had stores walking distance to pick extra things for our stay.”
Enrica0125
Italy Italy
“Breakfast cooked for us, with vegetarian option. Large and quiet room. Soft towels.”
Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I loved the warmth and friendliness of staff and everyone, especially loved atmosphere with live traditional music.”
Christine
United States United States
“Breakfast was more than expected. Choice of Continental or full Scottish. Food was delicious. Service always served with a friendly comment and a smile. Very good coffee. Eat my 1st slice of Haggis. So good! Our en-suite Room was airy, clean,...”
Tiffany
United States United States
“Room was comfortable and perfect for one night passing through on the Speyside Way. Shower has great water pressure and consistent hot water. Bar staff was very nice.”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was very comfortable and well equipped, very clean and tidy with added extras like biscuits.”
Sharon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was spotless and fresh looking. Beds very comfortable. Great breakfast and cooked to perfection…Second stay at red Lyon will definitely be back!”
Greg
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Warm ,high quality, excellence.One night will be like a oasis, away from the desert.”
Muriel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Liked that it was a local pub , friendly staff … room was comfortable , facilities were good , breakfast was plentiful Room had ironing board , tv and tea/coffee , bathroom had toilet and shower”
Annie
United States United States
“Breakfast was very good. We had booked the location thinking it was near the distillery tour at Belvenie and was a little disappointed that it wasn't closer, but the drive was lovely.”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.