Victoria Hotel
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Summary of reviewsVictoria Hotel in Portknockie along the Moray coast receives high commendations from guests, particularly for its prime location and exceptional service. Nestled in a picturesque fishing village, the hotel provides stunning views of the rugged Scottish coastline and easy access to local attractions like Bow Fiddle Rock. It’s perfectly situated for hiking and exploring with free parking nearby enhancing convenience.
The breakfast experience at Victoria Hotel is often highlighted as a delight, featuring both continental and cooked options. Guests appreciate the fresh, quality ingredients and attentive service, particularly praising special touches like personalized cooked breakfasts. The dinner service also receives accolades with an extensive menu including multiple vegetarian options. Large portions, fresh ingredients and excellent presentation make dining at the hotel's restaurant and pub a memorable experience, though the lack of service on Wednesdays is noted.
Rooms at Victoria Hotel are well-regarded for their size, cleanliness and comfort. Many offer beautiful sea views and guests frequently mention the spotless, spacious and cozy atmosphere. Comfortable beds and well-equipped amenities contribute to a restful stay, despite occasional minor issues like room temperature or odor.
Cleanliness is a strong point with rooms consistently described as very clean and well-presented. The public areas receive mixed reviews, but the overall commitment to cleanliness is evident.
The standout feature of Victoria Hotel is its staff, who are praised for their exceptional friendliness, professionalism and hospitality. Owners Lorraine and David Boa, along with host Paul, are frequently mentioned for their efforts to ensure guests' comfort and provide valuable local insights.
Overall, Victoria Hotel offers a welcoming, comfortable and charming stay, making it a highly recommended destination for travelers.
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The breakfast experience at Victoria Hotel is often highlighted as a delight, featuring both continental and cooked options. Guests appreciate the fresh, quality ingredients and attentive service, particularly praising special touches like personalized cooked breakfasts. The dinner service also receives accolades with an extensive menu including multiple vegetarian options. Large portions, fresh ingredients and excellent presentation make dining at the hotel's restaurant and pub a memorable experience, though the lack of service on Wednesdays is noted.
Rooms at Victoria Hotel are well-regarded for their size, cleanliness and comfort. Many offer beautiful sea views and guests frequently mention the spotless, spacious and cozy atmosphere. Comfortable beds and well-equipped amenities contribute to a restful stay, despite occasional minor issues like room temperature or odor.
Cleanliness is a strong point with rooms consistently described as very clean and well-presented. The public areas receive mixed reviews, but the overall commitment to cleanliness is evident.
The standout feature of Victoria Hotel is its staff, who are praised for their exceptional friendliness, professionalism and hospitality. Owners Lorraine and David Boa, along with host Paul, are frequently mentioned for their efforts to ensure guests' comfort and provide valuable local insights.
Overall, Victoria Hotel offers a welcoming, comfortable and charming stay, making it a highly recommended destination for travelers.
Dog Friendly Hotel
Victoria Hotel is dog-friendly. It provides accommodation that caters to guests with dogs. Specific amenities for dogs are not detailed, but its inclusion in the list suggests a welcoming environment.
Cheap Hotel
Located in Portknockie near Buckie, this hotel offers budget accommodation with basic amenities. It is suitable for travelers looking for affordable lodging near the coast.
Hotel near Golf Courses
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Guest Reviews
Victoria Hotel enjoys a prime location that consistently receives praise from its guests. Nestled in a quaint and beautiful fishing village along the Moray coast, the hotel offers stunning proximity to the sea with just a stone's throw separating it from the waterfront in Portknockie. It's an ideal base for hiking along the coast and exploring the charming cliffs and harbor.
The hotel is superbly situated within the village, providing easy access to local attractions like the famed Bow Fiddle Rock, which is just a short walk away. Many guests appreciate its central location, making it convenient for both leisure activities and work-related stays, often noting the serene and quiet environment. The presence of nearby free parking adds to its convenience.
Victoria Hotel's setting in the center of Portknockie allows guests to soak in the beauty of the rugged Scottish coastline and the picturesque surroundings. With very good access to the cliff paths and a beautiful ocean view, the location is described as fantastic and idyllic, enhancing the overall experience of exploring the charming fishing village and its scenic delights.
The breakfast experience at Victoria Hotel is generally well-received by guests with many noting it as a highlight of their stay. The continental breakfast, which costs an additional £5, is frequently described as simple yet tasty, providing good value for money. Guests appreciate the variety of options available, including fresh fruit and commend it for being satisfying and plentiful. However, some would have preferred the inclusion of a Scottish breakfast or more hot options. Despite a few mentions of it being overly simple or disappointing, many guests found it to be more than adequate with a particular emphasis on freshness and quality.
A few reviews also remarked on the lovely breakfast room ambience and the attentiveness of the host, who even prepared special cooked breakfasts upon request. This personalized touch seems to have left a positive impression, enhancing the overall breakfast experience. Consistently, the freshly cooked items, including a superb breakfast from host Paul, drew praise for their quality and taste. Generally, the breakfast offerings, be it continental or cooked, were deemed to be of a high standard with good communication from the new owner aiding in the smooth delivery of service.
For some early risers or those staying during the holiday season, breakfast service was not available, which led to slight disappointment. Occasional issues with the absence of certain items, like cereals or a rubbish bin for packaging, were noted, but these were minor compared to the overall positive sentiment.
Overall, guests at Victoria Hotel seem to appreciate the effort put into breakfast offerings, finding them satisfactory and enjoyable, albeit with a few minor critiques. The blend of continental and cooked options, along with the attentive service, leaves a largely favorable impression on visitors.
Victoria Hotel offers a delightful dining experience with both an on-site restaurant and pub available for guests. The dinner service receives high commendations for its excellent and extensive menu, featuring a variety of dishes, including multiple vegetarian options. Many guests praised the large portions of freshly cooked food, describing their meals as delicious, beautifully presented and reasonably priced, making their evening meals a great value for money. Lorraine’s culinary skills were particularly noted for the exceptional quality of her cooking.
Despite the lack of dinner service on Wednesdays, the option to dine in at the hotel's restaurant and pub is generally appreciated, offering convenience and a diverse selection. Some guests also enjoyed the pub atmosphere downstairs, enhancing their overall dining experience. Additionally, the nearby fish and chips place provides an alternative for those seeking variety. Overall, most reviews reflect a very positive dining experience at Victoria Hotel, from the taste and presentation of the meals to the value offered.
Victoria Hotel offers a variety of rooms that generally receive high praise from guests for their size, cleanliness and comfort. Visitors frequently highlight the large, spacious rooms, some with beautiful sea views that add to the overall experience. Many rooms are described as bright and well-equipped with comfortable beds ensuring a good night's sleep. The traditional pub hotel atmosphere adds a cozy, homely touch to the accommodations.
The cleanliness of the rooms is consistently noted with terms like spotless, well-presented and very clean recurring in reviews. Guests also appreciate the rooms' features, including ample storage space and well-functioning showers.
However, there are minor recurring issues such as some rooms being cold or having a musky smell. Despite these few drawbacks, the general consensus remains highly supportive of the comfortable and spacious environment Victoria Hotel provides, making it a welcoming place for travelers seeking both comfort and charm.
Victoria Hotel has garnered notable praise for its beds with numerous guests highlighting their comfort. Many reviewers described the beds as comfortable, super comfortable and even extremely comfortable. The spaciousness of the beds was also frequently mentioned with comments on big and lovely beds adding to their appeal. Cleanliness was another positive aspect noted, ensuring a restful and pleasant sleeping environment. Although there were minor mentions of smaller bed sizes, the overall sentiment reflects that Victoria Hotel provides a reliably comfortable sleeping experience.
Victoria Hotel consistently receives positive feedback for its cleanliness. Guests frequently remark on the clean and well-presented rooms, noting that both the rooms and accommodation overall are very clean and comfortable. The spotless condition extends to the towels and various comfort features. While the public areas occasionally receive less favorable comments, the rooms themselves are praised for their consistently high cleanliness standards. Overall, the hotel's commitment to maintaining a clean and pleasant environment for its guests is evident.
The staff at Victoria Hotel have consistently received high praise from guests for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness. The atmosphere created by the team, described often as very welcoming, makes the guests feel at home. The owners, Lorraine and David Boa, are frequently mentioned for their attentive efforts to ensure comfort, going above and beyond in their hospitality. Paul, another host, is noted for his helpful and friendly demeanor, further enriching the overall guest experience.
The overall sentiment towards the staff is overwhelmingly positive with numerous mentions of their super friendliness, professionalism and the wonderful service they provide. Guests appreciate not just the efficiency but also the genuine warmth and kindness extended by everyone at the hotel. The hosts are seen as great sources of information, offering good tips about the local area and Scottish travels, which greatly enhances the stay.
In sum, the staff at Victoria Hotel stand out for their terrific hospitality, making the hotel a highly recommended destination for travelers seeking a welcoming and friendly environment.
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Location
The hotel is superbly situated within the village, providing easy access to local attractions like the famed Bow Fiddle Rock, which is just a short walk away. Many guests appreciate its central location, making it convenient for both leisure activities and work-related stays, often noting the serene and quiet environment. The presence of nearby free parking adds to its convenience.
Victoria Hotel's setting in the center of Portknockie allows guests to soak in the beauty of the rugged Scottish coastline and the picturesque surroundings. With very good access to the cliff paths and a beautiful ocean view, the location is described as fantastic and idyllic, enhancing the overall experience of exploring the charming fishing village and its scenic delights.
Breakfast
A few reviews also remarked on the lovely breakfast room ambience and the attentiveness of the host, who even prepared special cooked breakfasts upon request. This personalized touch seems to have left a positive impression, enhancing the overall breakfast experience. Consistently, the freshly cooked items, including a superb breakfast from host Paul, drew praise for their quality and taste. Generally, the breakfast offerings, be it continental or cooked, were deemed to be of a high standard with good communication from the new owner aiding in the smooth delivery of service.
For some early risers or those staying during the holiday season, breakfast service was not available, which led to slight disappointment. Occasional issues with the absence of certain items, like cereals or a rubbish bin for packaging, were noted, but these were minor compared to the overall positive sentiment.
Overall, guests at Victoria Hotel seem to appreciate the effort put into breakfast offerings, finding them satisfactory and enjoyable, albeit with a few minor critiques. The blend of continental and cooked options, along with the attentive service, leaves a largely favorable impression on visitors.
Dinner
Despite the lack of dinner service on Wednesdays, the option to dine in at the hotel's restaurant and pub is generally appreciated, offering convenience and a diverse selection. Some guests also enjoyed the pub atmosphere downstairs, enhancing their overall dining experience. Additionally, the nearby fish and chips place provides an alternative for those seeking variety. Overall, most reviews reflect a very positive dining experience at Victoria Hotel, from the taste and presentation of the meals to the value offered.
Rooms
The cleanliness of the rooms is consistently noted with terms like spotless, well-presented and very clean recurring in reviews. Guests also appreciate the rooms' features, including ample storage space and well-functioning showers.
However, there are minor recurring issues such as some rooms being cold or having a musky smell. Despite these few drawbacks, the general consensus remains highly supportive of the comfortable and spacious environment Victoria Hotel provides, making it a welcoming place for travelers seeking both comfort and charm.
Beds
Cleanliness
Staff
The overall sentiment towards the staff is overwhelmingly positive with numerous mentions of their super friendliness, professionalism and the wonderful service they provide. Guests appreciate not just the efficiency but also the genuine warmth and kindness extended by everyone at the hotel. The hosts are seen as great sources of information, offering good tips about the local area and Scottish travels, which greatly enhances the stay.
In sum, the staff at Victoria Hotel stand out for their terrific hospitality, making the hotel a highly recommended destination for travelers seeking a welcoming and friendly environment.
No, Victoria Hotel doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Victoria Hotel.
Yes, Victoria Hotel welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Victoria Hotel.
No, Victoria Hotel doesn't have a gym.
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