Meal very disappointing. Hotel in a lovely setting with beautiful views and got so much potential as it is the only hotel in Macduff, however there is no atmosphere.The Harbour view cafe on the shore is far better than this establishment.

We stayed one night and were impressed with the quality of the accomodation at the price paid. Service was excellent, both in its speed and friendliness. Breakfast and dinner were both excellent and brought promptly to the table. We had the benefit of good weather so had a stunning view of the bay and nearby Banff. We would certainly stay... More

We are regular visitors to the Knowes Hotel and have been number of times since my last review and we have never been disappointed. Debbie is a brilliant host and she is part of the reason we keep returning, along with the lovely views from the hotel and conservatory, delicious food, friendly staff and very clean comfy bedroom and bathroom.... More

Booked last minute and delighted I did. This place has super views over MacDuff harbour and onto the Moray firth. The night I stayed was glorious. I will never forget the stuning scene as the sun set. Friendly bar staff and good food helped the night pass easily. The bed was comfy but the shower cubicle was a bit cramped.... More

On a day trip to Banff and MacDuff we went to the Knowes Hotel for lunch. There were 4 of us and the service was excellent and the meal was great plus we could see over MacDuff and part of Banff out into the sea, the sun was shining and it was a lovely view. I would certainly recommend and... More

We arrived for Sunday evening meal without a reservation. There were others eating but it wasn't busy. We ate in the bar which is a bit dated but clean. The food was plain but well cooked with excellent service from a nice blond-haired waitress. We had fish and chips for main and banoffee cake for dessert, which was slightly disappointing... More

Took our neighbour for her 60th birthday and had a very enjoyable meal, fish and chips were excellent and the view across the bay was enlightened by a pod of about 30 to 40 Dolphins passing playfully across the bay. Menu was varied and the food good, drinks reasonable and service good, all in all an enjoyable evening, even allowing... More

This is the third time I have stayed here, over the last 3years I have taken 2 of my friends and this year i took my fiance, there hasn't been any complaints from any of us. The service is very friendly but professional, we are a young couple, who enjoy getting away from the hussle and bussle of everyday life,we... More

I arrived late on 14th May after a long drive from Worksop (9hrs) in need of a good nights sleep ready for work locally on Tuesday morning. I was greeted by a lady who was extremely pleasant and handed me my keys to Room 1 on the first floor. My first impressions of the hotel were that it was dated... More