Southbank Guesthouse
Location: 36 Academy St, Elgin, gb
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Bed and breakfasts
About this Property
Historic Charm and Convenient Location
Experience the historic charm of Southbank, a Georgian townhouse nestled in the heart of Elgin and the Whisky Trail. Just a stone's throw away from the bustling town centre, this over 200-year-old guest house offers a tranquil retreat on a quiet road.
Outdoor Activities and Cultural Excursions
Ideal for golf enthusiasts, fishing aficionados, and history buffs, Southbank is a haven for those seeking outdoor adventures and cultural explorations. Explore the nearby Glen Moray distillery, Elgin Cathedral ruins, and biblical gardens. And don't forget to unwind on the stunning beaches, where you might catch a glimpse of bottlenose dolphins or majestic minke whales.
Proximity to Attractions and Local Delights
With its proximity to museums, the Johnstons Cashmere Centre, and Baxters, Southbank ensures easy access to a myriad of attractions. Indulge in a local pancake at Baxters and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the region.
Book your stay at Southbank now and create unforgettable memories in Elgin!
Important Information
Due to coronavirus, this property can only serve a small about of people in the dining room at the same time, breakfast times may be staggered. It is possible to collect a carryout breakfast to eat in your room at an agreed time.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Policies
Check-in: 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- CCTV outside property
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Access to health care professionals
- Face masks for guests available
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Television in common areas
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
Rooms Available
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Twin Room with Shower
Featuring a TV, an private bathroom, and tea/coffee making facilities.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Hand sanitiser
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Deluxe King Room
The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
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Double Room
The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
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Family Room with Shower
The unit offers 3 beds.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
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King Room
The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
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Single Room with Shower
Featuring a TV, an private bathroom, and tea/coffee making facilities.
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Hand sanitiser
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Triple Room with Shower
This triple room has a private bathroom, a tea and coffee maker, heating as well as outdoor furniture. The unit has 3 beds.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Hand sanitiser
-
King Room
The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
Guest Reviews
- Stephen (9/5): -
- Maritemko (10/5): -
- Lesley (9/5): Comfortable three days - Breakfast was always cooked fresh when arriving in the breakfast room. It was no problem getting more tea. Great location, as I could leave the car there in the evening and walk into town for evening meal. As a woman I could have felt a bit vulnerable in the bedrooms in the annexe but was not worried as I knew Elgin
- Enviroteam Services (10/5): -
- jason (8/5): -
- Frdz (5/5): good breakfast - Very clean, very goid breakfast , good shower The last minute ( 30.mon befire arrival) change to the room i had booked specifically from a large family room with twin beds to quite a small room with one small double bed. I slept on mattress on floor which was very clean but was not a bed.
- Shaun (8/5): -
- Sarah (8/5): - Breakfast.
Location.
- Emily (10/5): - Was very central just a two minute walk from the town centre. Was absolutely spotless! Lovely cooked breakfast with friendly staff
- Graham (8/5): perfect for a 2 night stay, great central location - Excellent breakfast and location all good
- Robert (8/5): -
- Jayne (9/5): Good base for other locations and good if you are working in Elgin - Helpful staff at breakfast & check-in. Was given a lower floor room due to the amount of bags I had. Lots of storage in the room. Not massive but plenty of room for one person. Shower needed to be run for a very long time to get warm. Once there it was fine but I don't like wasting water.
- 健史 (10/5): とても良い -
- Enviroteam Services (9/5): -
- Enviroteam Services (8/5): -
- John (10/5): Great stay - Always stay here when in the area
- Carol (10/5): - Excellent!
- John (10/5): Great Stay - Great location, brilliant staff and filling breakfast!
- Simon (9/5): -
- Lloyd (9/5): Perfect choice for a short stay in Elgin. Free parking and 200m from the town centre 10 out of 10 - Excellent location, very comfortable, friendly staff and great breakfast. Nothing
- Michael (10/5): -
- Caroline serena (8/5): Great option, good value when visiting Elgin - Great location, close to centre. Freshly cooked breakfast. Spacious room and friendly owner and staff. Visited in November and it was cold, could have done with an extra blanket in the room as it was chilly through the night.
- Amy (8/5): -
- Antonina (10/5): Happy guest -
- David (10/5): Excellent - Location is quiet but close to main roads. Ideally for me it is also very close to an EV charger. Accommodation is very clean, staff friendly and breakfast serviced quickly and very tasty
- Gladys (10/5): I only stayed 1 night, but location was very central and I would book again if I was visiting Elgin - Breakfast was good especially the eggs. Quite a strong smell of fat in the dinning room.
- Mcdonald (10/5): -
- Celia (10/5): -
- Oestreich (10/5): -
- charles (7/5): -
- Williams (8/5): Nice wee place, great breakfast - Nice comfortable place, enjoyed it!
- Ryan (10/5): This place won’t disappoint was brilliant - Lovely building friendly staff and great breakfast Nothing everything was great
- Susan (7/5): Overnight stay for work purposes - Cosy single room - adequate for needs. Shower hot and bed comfortable. Good breakfast in the morning with plenty of choice. Ample off road parking. Nothing.
- Small (8/5): - good sized room with a very comfy bed greeted by Isobel who is a very pleasant lady I had a great stay and would definitely recommend the Southbank guesthouse
- Sylvia (8/5): -
- Mark (6/5): Ok - Nice room Extremely cold, no heating on, fan in bathroom was noisy, I had to remove the fuse to turn it off.
- Douglas (8/5): -
- OLIVE (10/5): - Le petit déjeuner est excellent. Les hôtes sont accueillants et bienveillants. La chambre est grande. C'est calme et apaisant.
Je recommande vivement.
- Jane (8/5): Comfortable Guest House - Lovely old stone house with huge rooms, nicely decorated and very clean.
The host, Isobel, was friendly and informative regarding places to eat etc.
Nice quiet street, so no road noise, The radiator in our room never really warmed up, and the electric shower took ages to provide hot water. Such are the joys of an old building!
- Lynne (9/5): the Hotel was very good and breakfast. - The breakfast was very good and location okay. i don,t think there was enough restaurants but it was October so maybe not opened.
- Michael (8/5): Practical, easy to access the town centre - Good Nothing
- ESTER (9/5): -
- Lindsay (8/5): - We had a very comfortable stay at the Southbank. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was excellent.
- Diane (8/5): -
- Colum (10/5): -
- Michel (10/5): - Propreté, Tranquillité, services, petit déjeuner super et copieux, lit très confortable Longue attente pour eau chaude de la douche !
- Michael Kloetzli (9/5): Ein B&B wie man es sich wünscht - Praktisches Bed-and-Breakfast an zentraler Lage in Elgin. Die Zimmer sind zweckmässig und haben genügend Platz. Das Bad ist gut. Es gibt jeweils ein frisch zubereitetes Frühstück, bei dem man aus einem Katalog auswählen kann.
Meine etwas späte Anreise war kein Problem und ich habe problemlos mein Zimmer beziehen können.
- ann (8/5): A friendly, relaxed experience - location very central. Staff all very friendly & helpful. Breakfast was excellent, we even had access to a kitchen which we didn't use but it was good to know the facility was there
- James (10/5): Staff food and room was excellent - Excellent good choice and quality Nothing
- Brian (10/5): -
- Currie (10/5): - Good food spacious room clean. All round excellent
- Brian (9/5): Value for Money - Breakfast was good and the service was excellent. All Good
- Steffen (9/5): - Empfang persönlich und sehr freundlich
Zimmer und Einrichtung liebevoll und gemütlich
äußerst sauber
reichhaltiges und gutes Frühstück mit frisch zubereitetem Obstsalat
ruhige und zentrale Lage Zu wenig Möglichkeiten im Bad etwas auf zu hängen
- Jacqueline (8/5): Met all our needs, good value for money- anyone staying here will not be disappointed! - Isabel and Michael were very welcoming, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Excellent breakfast cooked by Michael. Other staff very friendly and helpful.
Good location to centre of Elgin so didn’t need to use my car.
Would definitely stay here again.
Isabel and Michael thank you for your hospitality! N/a
- Gary (9/5): -
- Gordon (9/5): Walking distance for the town centre where there is a good selection of pubs and restaurants.The property is clean and h - Very central for Elgin town. Friendly staff and a great breakfast.
- Linda (8/5): Fantastic B & B and can highly recommend - Quality of bed and linen Coffee being served
- R (10/5): -
- Ruairidh (10/5): The perfect stop to rest your head. - The property is in the very centre of town and is absolutely beautiful. The host Isobel was just lovely and couldn’t be more helpful. The room was stunning, spotlessly clean with fantastic facilities. I would happily recommend this property to anyone visiting Elgin, you won’t be disappointed. Absolutely first class. N/A
- Fiona (8/5): Great wee break in Elgin - Great location, friendly and helpful staff and delicious breakfast. Facilities in the room were basic but comfortable.
- Marco (9/5): - Struttura accogliente e pulita, stanza grande e comoda, colazione ottima, personale estremamente cordiale e gentile,
- Claire (9/5): -
- andrew (10/5): 5 Stars all the way - We were greeted by Isobel, a charming lady and owner, she showed us to a lovely bright spacious room, it was very clean, the beds were very comfortable too. We had a great night's sleep followed by a tasty delicious hot breakfast. Great location too, 5 Stars all the way from us. Clean, welcoming, comfortable, great food and location
- ANGEL JUAN (7/5): - Ubicación y localidad
- janet (10/5): -
- alan (9/5): Nice guest house in quiet location. - Comfy bed, fantastic breakfast and friendly welcoming staff. Easy walking to town centre on quiet street. The shower could have been more powerful, otherwise all was good.
- Maria Alexandra (10/5): -
- Patrick (8/5): -
- Sue (9/5): We had a fabulous stay at Southbank. - Everything - Malcolm & Isobel were the perfect hosts, so helpful and welcoming. The room was clean and comfortable with everything needed to make our stay enjoyable. A great cooked breakfast to start the day and a lovely comfortable bed to end day. Not forgetting the lovely lady who served our breakfast, lovely smile and a welcome each morning. Nothing not to like.
- TAN (10/5): Host very friendly. - They allowed us to leave our luggage in the dining room after checkout. NIL
- Derek (8/5): - It was very central and had parking. We were welcomed on arrival and would definitely return It was a little dated but good value for money
- Breno (10/5): -
- Emily (9/5): -
- Thomas (10/5): - Super freundliche Begrüßung und gute Tipps zum Aufenthalt. Habe gleich einen Parkplatz für mein Fahrrad in der Garage bekommen. Super Frühstück und sehr gute Lage zur Stadt.
- Aaron McKay (10/5): Good place to base yourself - The room was absolutely spotless whilst the room was small it had everything you needed. A nice touch was a small kitchen open to guests, where there was a fridge, microwave, kettle, and even an airfyer along with a table to sit at if you wished to Nothing
- Anita (10/5): -
- Armin (9/5): Angenehm überrascht, gerne wieder. - Die Pension liegt in einer ruhigen Seitenstraße, parken war direkt vor dem Haus möglich. Es gibt aber auch noch seitlich am Haus weitere Parkplätze. Fußläufig sind in wenigen Minuten verschiedene Restaurants zu erreichen. Unser Zimmer war im Nebenhaus mit Blick in den Garten. Insgesamt sehr ruhig..
Die Inhaberin und auch die Mitarbeiter waren sehr nett und hilfsbereit. das Frühstück fanden wir gut, es wurde individuell auf unsere Wünsche zubereitet.
- Brian (10/5): -
- Ian (8/5): -
- euan (8/5): -
- Erna (9/5): -
- Geoffrey (10/5): I wish I had found this venue years ago. Excellent place for working people. - I wish I had found this venue years ago. Excellent place for working people. Breakfast ready at 7 am and fast service.
Hot water perfect, TV perfect, wifi perfect.
Excellent
- Myrto (9/5): - Great location. Very cosy. The bed was a little small.
- GRAHAM (8/5): Comfortable accommodation - Can't fault the accommodation. All good
- Glen (8/5): Comfortable. Close to town. Plenty of parking onsite - Great breakfast
- Stephen Forsyth (9/5): -
- Gordon (7/5): Was excellent. - Location was good, managed to get Parking onsite. Kitchen facility with fridge was a bonus. The breakfasts were absolutely fantastic & delicious. Nothing was too much trouble. Doors banging with people leaving early morning.
- Shaun (8/5): -
- mcgahan (10/5): - Clean and comfortable
Great breakfast
Friendly staff Nothing
- Marie (8/5): - Le calme de la chambre. Rien.
- Jason (1/5): -
- MICHAEL (10/5): Perfect location close to all amenities. - Excellent position on a quiet street, a short walk from the train station and town centre.
Hosted by friendly and obliging Malcolm and Isabelle, with Ivanda serving a lovely breakfast. Spotlessly clean accommodation, highly recommended.
- Fiona (10/5): -
- Donna (8/5): - Lovely breakfast
- Stefanowicz (10/5): -
- david (10/5): -
- Robert (9/5): Good choice - Good central location. Friendly helpful owners and staff. Great breakfast. Good car parking.
- michael (9/5): very nice - nice place
- Phil (8/5): Lovely room and great breakfast included - Good old fashioned hotel with amazing cooked breakfast in the morning.
My room was in the adjacent building. It was really large with excellent bathroom.
- David (9/5): -
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