Saplinbrae Hotel and Lodges
Mintlaw
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Why people book this hotel
“Staff were very helpful and polite”
“Staff very friendly”
“This time we had a 3 bedroom lodge which was fantastic”
“Lovely food, beautiful view, great shower and really comfy bed”
“The lodge has everything you need, great cooking facilities, good central heatin…”
“Lovely location”
“Comfy clean rooms”
“Our room was a good size with a lovely shower; both the room and bathroom were s…”
“Breakfast was very nice too”
“Room was very clean and comfortable, Breakfast was delicious well cooked quali…”
“Easy to find, with on-site parking”
“Plenty parking too”
Overview
Thirty miles north of Aberdeen, Saplinbrae Hotel & Lodges provide luxurious accommodation with an on-site bar and restaurant serving fine local food. Guests at Saplinbrae can enjoy free parking and Wi-Fi. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with shower and hairdryer. There is a flat-screen TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities in all rooms. There are larger suites for families and groups, as well as fully equipped self-catering lodges. The restaurant serves offers a wide range of dishes including Sunday roasts, bar food and a children’s menu. Mintlaw lies around 10 miles from Peterhead on the Aberdeenshire coast. Fraserburgh is around 20 minutes’ drive away and offers sandy beaches, golf courses and attractions including the Loch of Strathbeg Nature Reserve.
Traveller reviews
Roger
couple
June 16, 2026
“We highly recommend Saplinbrae and will def stay there again during our next visit”
We have stayed here before so already knew how good a hotel it is. This time we had a 3 bedroom lodge which was fantastic. Very large seating area/kitchen with all the facilities you could want. Love the little things like what they supply at no cost, fresh milk, bread, butter, biscuits. The lodge has everything you need, great cooking facilities, good central heating, lovely seating area with large tv. Staff were very helpful and polite. Everything was great.
Catherine
solo_traveller
June 14, 2026
Lovely food, beautiful view, great shower and really comfy bed.
michelle
solo_traveller
June 13, 2026
Lovely location. Staff very friendly. Comfy clean rooms. Food extremely nice
Koen
solo_traveller
June 13, 2026
Xl bed felt great
dennis
couple
June 13, 2026
Excellent staff / service they couldn’t do enough for us. Food great.
Yvonne
family_with_children
June 10, 2026
“Lovely pleasant stay.”
linda_kruger
couple
June 8, 2026
“Very nice stay. Dinner is fantastic.”
We stayed for one night. Easy to find, with on-site parking. Check-in was easy. Our room was a good size with a lovely shower; both the room and bathroom were spotless. The bar was cozy and the supper superb! Breakfast was very nice too. We would recommend this hotel. The staff was very friendly.
David
extended_group
June 7, 2026
“Very disappointing: I get the feeling they are "penny pinching", and struggling.”
The Saplinbrae is in a unique location, and has a history. They stored our bicycles safely.
DONALD
couple
June 5, 2026
“This is a gem of a place, not far from Fraserburgh, managed by lovely staff.”
I would rate this hotel as one of the best we have stayed in, the friendly staff, the choice and quality of the food, comfortable bed, highly recommended.
vicky
extended_group
June 3, 2026
Room was very clean and comfortable, Breakfast was delicious well cooked quality ingredients. Location was perfect for where we needed to be, staff couldn't be more helpful to accommodate an early check in to get ready for a wedding.
Tasha
family_with_children
May 31, 2026
“We only stayed for the lodge for the weekend and it was amazing! The staff was lovely and the lodge was perfect.”
It was a beautiful place and surroundings with excellent views.
Edith
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
“Excellent break in a very comfortable hotel.”
Very warm welcome, all the staff were friendly and efficient. Room was bright, good size and very comfortable. Food was plentiful and delicious- we had dinner and breakfast. Plenty parking too.
Mike
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
“Highly Recommend”
Staff excellent, very clean, breakfast was awesome. Only gripe, and it was a small gripe, the dinner menu was a bit off the norm which is absolutely fine. I would have liked a beef burger or steak pie instead, although the sticky chicken dish was excellent
Judith
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
Very good. Good selection local produce.
jane
solo_traveller
May 19, 2026
“Excellent room and meals were delicious”
It was welcoming, Scottish and cosy
Claire
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
Comfy room and fab food
Diane
family_with_children
May 15, 2026
“Beautiful house for a very comfortable stay”
Beautiful house which housed 6 adults and a baby with ease. Everything we needed for a family get-together to celebrate an 80th birthday. Lovely touch to receive the welcome pack to start us off. The staff were at the nearby hotel to assist if needed. Both check in and out were seamless. We couldn't have asked for a better accommodation and would love to come back again. Thank you Saplinbrae.
Paul
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Brilliant hote with great staff”
Very friendly staff
Sabrina
extended_group
May 11, 2026
This is self catering accomodation, so worked perfectly.
Dom
solo_traveller
May 7, 2026
Absolutely fabulous experience with outstanding customer service form Katie and the Saplinbrae team ! Super room in the Hunting Lodge with a great bed and very, very clean. Only had lunches but great, efficient service and yummy food options.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Bicycle rental (additional charge), Hiking, Cycling, Live sport events (broadcast)
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Bar, Restaurant
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Services
Pet bowls, Ironing service, Laundry, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping
One-Bedroom Apartment
Featuring a private entrance, this apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This apartment features a washing machine, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Family Room (4 Adults)
This en suite room has a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. Free WiFi is included.
Deluxe King Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Double Room
This en suite room has a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. Free WiFi is included.
Standard King Room
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior King Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior King Room
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Twin Room
Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This twin room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard Single Room
This en suite room has a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. Free WiFi is included.
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