Cairngorm Guest House offers a peaceful retreat, complete with free full breakfast and a serene garden. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, park easily with self parking, and enjoy the helpful staff that past guests rave about.
Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Speyside Wildlife - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Loch an Eilein - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 49 min drive
Aviemore Station - 10 min walk
Carrbridge Station - 14 min drive
Kingussie Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 5 min walk
Old Bridge Inn - 17 min walk
Cairngorm Hotel - 10 min walk
Glenmore Forest Park Information Centre - 14 min drive
The Inverdruie Restaurant - 6 min drive
About this property
Cairngorm Guest House
Cairngorm Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Aviemore. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include full breakfast, WiFi, and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
12 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Skiing nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1890
Garden
Picnic area
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: GBP 90.0 per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Cairngorm Guest House Guesthouse Aviemore
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cairngorm Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cairngorm Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Cairngorm Guest House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Cairngorm Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cairngorm Guest House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Cairngorm Guest House and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Cairngorm Guest House like?
Cairngorm Guest House is a short 10-minute walk from Aviemore Station and 13 minutes' walk from Strathspey Steam Railway.
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Cairngorm Guest House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Perfect place to stay in the Cairngorms
Very friendly & helpful hosts.
Great breakfast. I loved the smoked salmon.
Great location in town.
We were able to walk to dinner at different restaurants each night.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Great breakfast and a convenient location.
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
Great place to stay
Lovely place. Great service and amazing vegetarian breakfast.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Easy check in, comfortable room and lovely en-suite, breakfast was fresh and very tasty!
Ingrid
Ingrid, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2024
Good location, friendly staff, comfortable accommodations
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 7, 2025
Pretty good
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Absolutely loved the Cairngorm guest house & the location was amazing; pubs / restaurant walkable.
Kimberley
Kimberley, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 21, 2024
Very nice property, good breakfast included,
Jon
Jon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
A lovely guest house in the Cairngorms
This is a lovely guest house - very well appointed and comfortable. The owner is extremely helpful and the breakfast was excellent. Travelers arriving on the train should note that the guest house is approximately 6/10 of a mile from the train station. It is not a difficult walk but could be trying in bad weather.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Excellent hospitality! Breakfast was phenomenal! Only a couple things…a hair dryer would have been helpful and we didn’t get replacement toilet paper one day, but we had extra with us. Appreciated the recommendations of places to see! Would stay again!
Penny
Penny, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Cairngorm hotel
I enjoyed my stay.The only fault was the room lighting was too dark
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Staff were pleasant and kind. It was easy to find food options and outdoor activities in the National Park. Lovely place to stay.
Grace
Grace, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
B&B style stay
Nice B&B style stay, decently clean with the exception of stains on the rug and sheets. Check in was easy and staff friendly. Breakfast options were included and had nice selection. Staff working breakfast provided barely mediocre and somewhat rude service- seemed annoyed when taking order, food not cooked/delivered as ordered, after finishing food asked if there were to-go cups for my coffee and was advised there was coffee in my room (instant packs and water from the bathroom sink). I then asked if I could just have a bit more in my coffee cup and was told they would have to check to see if there was any coffee made (with many others having just arrived to eat). At that point decided to leave and purchase coffee at a local coffee shop.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
Warm welcome from the host Mark who provided us with all the info we needed for our stay.
Room was very clean, nicely decorated and had all we needed. Our only issue was that the room was small and there was limited space for our suitcases.
Breakfast was spot on! Good quality food served to the table.
Good value for money.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 1, 2018
Good location and a nice place to stay for a few nights.
The town and surroundings offer a lot of opportunities for families.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Great place to stay! Will be back
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2022
The Room was very cozy and the bed very comfortable. The staff very friendly and breakfast very good.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2023
The hotel was in a great location in Aviemore. I had a great breakfast at the guest house!
Patrick
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Great stay! The staff and service at Cairngorm guest house was excellent. Extremely friendly staff and very comfortable room. Breakfast was delicious. Strongly recommend!
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
Wonderful stay. Such hard working, pleasant staff. Thank you!
Margaret
Margaret, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2023
This place is a gem. And the breakfast is fantastic. We’ve stayed in several B&Bs on our UK trip and this place is by far our favorite.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2024
Good room, renovated and clean. Very good beds. Breakfast with a variety of options, all served at your table, great!
patrick
patrick, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2022
A great central location to restaurants and attractions. We appreciated the host keeping the common room quiet after 9pm so our son could sleep.
Miriam
Miriam, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2024
Although the room was quite small, it was a good choice for our stay in Aviemore. It was very clean. The breakfast was delicious. The hosts were friendly.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2024
We really enjoyed our stay in the family room at Cairngorm Guest House. Super clean and comfortable with an incredible breakfast service included before we headed out for a day of adventuring!
We really appreciated the drying room at the property after our brief and rainy visit!
Parking was a bit tight, but adequate, so we loved that there were several dining options in walking distance too!