Rowan Tree Country Hotel

Exceptionally good meal. Great choice on menu complimented by excellent service. Relaxed and friendly. Highly recommend.

We had a wonderful two nights stay at the Rowan Tree hotel Aviemore, situated a few miles south of Aviemore where it was quiet and peaceful. Hosts Jon and Tam were very welcoming and informative of all the local attractions. The in-house meals were excellent with five-star quality. There was a large lounge where one could relax or play board games.

Breakfast was typical, full Scottish. In the evening there was a small cosy bar with a large selection of local whisky as well as ample non-alcoholic choices. All over a great place to get away from it all and relax.

We didn't stay but had a wonderful meal in the restaurant- absolutely quality local produce - great service and a lovely cosy environment. Thank you - we will be back - ps the lamb was delicious!

Just finished an evening meal, and felt like we had to write a review. The adult menu was nicely varied and the food was beautifully prepared. The children's menu was full of homemade classic meals, and the kids happily tucked in. But it was the service that really stood out - really friendly and super efficient. Overall it was easily the best food we have eaten around Aviemore, and we are definitely booking again when we are next in the area.

We didn't stay here but we all had a lovely three course meal in the restaurant. There were three of us and we all had a different main course. Before our meal we treated to some homemade tomato blush bread and oil. The soup was really good, as was the main and the sweet was absolutely delicious. It had chocolate and cherries in it (two foods I really enjoy). The staff were all very friendly. It was just a such a nice relaxed evening. Would certainly recommend.

Did not stay here so cannot comment on rooms but it is in a fantastic setting. Food and service both excellent. Cannot fault it. Top marks.

We had a lovely evening at the Rowan Tree country hotel restaurant. The place was classy and cosy, the food was delicious and beautifully presented and the staff was just lovely. We would have loved to return while on our holiday in Aviemore but sadly we couldn't, as we got stuck in the snow on the day of our second booking. We would strongly recommend the Rowan Tree country hotel restaurant for a good meal to anyone staying in the area.

Thank you for the warmth and friendliness. Two members of the staff made a big impression on us but sadly we forgot to ask for their name. It was the lovely woman who took our second booking and the girl who took our payment.

My partner and I had a lovely night's stay in the Rowan Tree. We had a beautiful room, which was very clean and cosy. The food was delicious, and the staff incredibly friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!

Gorgeous friendly hotel in a fabulous place. Xmas decorations were up and the fires blazing

Beautiful, rustic hotel nestled beside a Loch and surrounded by trees and hills. Room was immaculate. I would recommend dinner. The food is first class.

Came for an evening meal and was not disappointed. Staff were lovely, nice atmosphere and the food was fantastic. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Excellent meal - Goat Cheese Curd Mousse followed by Loin of Venison. Lovely piece of meat with red wine and treacle sauce. Not as sweet as it sounds- rich and full of flavour. The restaurant was fully booked, but they managed to squeeze our party of 4 in. Staff very friendly and personable. Recommend if in the region doubt you will find better.

I booked the Rowan Tree for an evening meal with friends, the first time I've been back in the last 2 years. The menu is really good for all, not the cheapest meal you will have in the Strath but definitely the best. I had the veggie option which was really special not the sometimes afterthought on the menu. I will definitely make a point of returning and have already recommended a visit to friends.

We came for dinner. It is one of the nicer restaurants in the area. Very strong covid safety measures in place. The wild mushroom appetizer was tasty but cream forward. The smoked trout appetizer was delightful. We ate the specials- the fish was expertly done and the citrus couscous paired to perfection; the pot roast lamb was good, really nicely presented, and oh my, the Pomme Anne potatoes were a dream.

The dessert was flavorful, tho as the critics in The Great British Baking Show say, I was looking for a bit more volume in my sponge (cake). A good place to stop in or likely stay, near some wonderful nature areas.

Splendid welcome. Great food, well prepared and presented. Great communication with the serving team with a fair bit of humour thrown in, gratis. Lovely ambience.

Dinner in the restaurant was lovely. Trout starter and mushroom starter were tasty and Venison was cooked perfectly. Really yummy. Service was excellent and unobtrusive. Covid safety measures were adhered to and table spacing meant you felt comfortable. Excellent meal in safe and welcoming surroundings. Thank you.

Excellent stay, the rooms were spotless! The staff very helpful and very knowledgeable about the area and the best walking routes around us. They made us a delicious chickpea curry out from the menu as we didn't like any of the vegetarian options, all pre order. Will definitely come back.

We were so impressed by the cheerful can do attitude of the staff here, nothing was too difficult. My sister in law had one of the best gluten free fish and chips she has eaten, the batter apparently delicious! I had a chicken dish and my husband a burger all delicious! The gluten free onion rings were great! We will definitely return when next in the area.

Our tour group made a stop at the restaurant for lunch during our Scotland trip. We had some delicious scotch broth and scones. Service was so prompt and the food was delicious. It's a cozy restaurant with friendly staff. Afterwards, some of us were treated to a scone making demo and were given the recipe for their delicious scones. Some others in the group sat outside in the patio to relax while others went for a short walk in the field next to the restaurant. The restaurant is in a great location and definitely worth a stop. Would love to visit again some day.

Stayed here for 2 nights just after New Years and had an amazing stay. The dinner here is just wonderful and the young blond lady was absolutely amazing both nights. She was super friendly and attentive and we had a good laugh with her. The food here lovely. Both the included breakfast and the pay for dinner in the evening. There is a formal dining area, but if you are a guest at the hotel you can take your food at one of the small tables near the bar and you can also take your drinks to the fireplace in the living room.

We had a wonderful time having a few drinks and playing a number of the board games that are supplied. The rooms here are very comfortable with goose down duvets and tea/coffee services provided. With the excellent food and the comfortable lodgings, I would happily recommend this place for anyone staying in the Aviemore area.

Stayed here for 2 nights in June and really enjoyed the food. The bar has an excellent whisky arsenal as well as a couple of local ales. The dinner service was very impressive. The seating format is a little different: you make a reservation and are seated in a lounge area where you place your order. You wait and enjoy a drink until your food is ready, at which point you're seated in the dining room. The presentation of dishes was a cut above my expectations. Each dish was layered and sauced impeccably. I particularly liked the duck breast.