Premier Inn Elgin

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Absolutely! Elgin may be one of Scotland’s smaller cities, but it’s full of history, culture and natural beauty. Whether you’re into exploring medieval ruins, tasting whisky or enjoying peaceful gardens, Elgin has something to catch your interest. It’s also ideally located near Inverness and Aberdeen, making it a great spot for a relaxing break. Plus, the friendly local vibe and easy access to nearby attractions make it a nice alternative to busier tourist hotspots.
Elgin is best known for its impressive Elgin Cathedral, often called the ‘Lantern of the North’. This striking medieval ruin is a must-see for visitors! The city is also famous for its connection to whisky, with Glen Moray Distillery offering tours nearby. History buffs will appreciate the Elgin Museum, one of Scotland’s oldest independent museums, while nature lovers can enjoy the unique Elgin Biblical Garden.
No, Elgin is actually one of Scotland’s smallest cities, it’s much smaller than cities like Glasgow or Edinburgh, but its size makes it easy to explore on foot. You won’t find busy crowds here, but plenty of local character and interesting places to discover.
Elgin is most known for its cathedral ruins, which date back to the 13th century. These impressive structures give a glimpse into Scotland’s medieval past and are a highlight for many visitors. Alongside the cathedral, Elgin is also known for its whisky heritage, particularly the Glen Moray Distillery and its rich history showcased in the local museum.
Elgin may be the smallest city in Scotland, but it has plenty to offer tourists and business travellers alike. Situated in Morayshire, in the North East of Scotland, Elgin is within easy reach of both Inverness and Aberdeen, making it the ideal destination for a day-trip if you’re staying in one of our Premier Inn hotels in one of these locations. Elgin’s most famous attraction is Elgin Cathedral, which is just five minutes’ drive from our Premier Inn Elgin hotel. Other attractions in and around Elgin include Elgin Museum, Duffus Castle, the Glen Moray Distillery and Elgin Biblical Garden, which has an example of every plant mentioned in the Bible. Our Premier Inn hotel in Elgin is also in the perfect location for business travellers, as it’s situated close to Elgin Pinefield Industrial Estate, Linkwood Industrial Estate and Chanonry Industrial Estate.
There are lots of lovely towns near Elgin worth visiting. Forres is just a short drive away and offers beautiful gardens and historic sites. Lossiemouth, on the coast, is known for its sandy beaches and fishing harbour. Other nearby places include Duffus, with its medieval castle ruins, and Keith, famous for its whisky distilleries. These towns make great day trips when you’re staying in Elgin.
Yes! Elgin is very walkable, especially its town centre. Many of the main attractions, including Elgin Cathedral, Elgin Museum, shops, cafes and restaurants, are all within easy walking distance of each other. The town’s compact size makes it perfect for exploring on foot, so you can take your time soaking in the history without worrying about transport.
Elgin Museum is a small independent museum, and while it may charge a small entrance fee to help maintain its exhibits, it’s generally very affordable. It’s well worth the visit for anyone interested in the local history, archaeology and natural history of the Moray region. The museum features fascinating displays including Roman artifacts and prehistoric finds that give great insight into the area’s past.
Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).
Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).
Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).
Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).
Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.
Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels.
Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.
*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location.
For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels.
*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location.
In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.
Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind.
Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.
Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.
A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.
Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.
Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access.
If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).
Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.