Skip to main content

Leslie Castle

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a hearty English breakfast before relaxing in the garden or enjoying a drink at the bar at Leslie Castle

Choose dates to view prices

Leslie Castle offers a traditional English breakfast to start your day. Enjoy the serene garden for relaxation and the bar for refreshing drinks after exploring. Practical amenities include luggage storage and free self-parking for a worry-free stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Bar
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

Similar properties

Fireplace
Balmoral Arms
Ballater
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 350 reviews
The price is CA $244
CA $293 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Balmoral Arms
Compare similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The host will greet guests on arrival

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is Leslie Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Leslie Castle?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leslie Castle on May 23, 2026 start from CA $512, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Leslie Castle?

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Leslie Castle?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Leslie Castle located?

Situated in Insch, this bed & breakfast is within 6 mi (10 km) of Insch Connection Museum, Insch Library, and Insch War Memorial Hospital. Insch Meadows Wildlife Area and Bennachie Leisure Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our visit to Leslie Castle was the highlight of our trip to Scotland. Beautifully restored inside and out with a fascinating history and an intriguing story of how this castle was brought back to life from ruins. John and Nicola are wonderful hosts and they make every effort to ensure a 5 star experience for their guests …. from gourmet meals to locally sourced amenities and special touches like honey from the castle beehives. A visit to Leslie Castle is an absolute must for anyone traveling to Scotland. Fantastic experience!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Leslie Castle is a fantastic place to stay. The rooms are so quaint and comfortable. I feel very fortunate we were able to stay here. Highly recommended. Thank you to our hosts for making it a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marvel

Beautiful countryside. Best host and hostess. Comfortable beds and en suite. Dinner and breakfast were excellent. After dinner history of the Leslie Castle was very interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Once in a lifetime stay!

Nicola and her husband were a delight to stay with at Leslie Castle (the name “Leslie” has special meaning to me). My mom and I definitely wanted to stay in a castle on our trip and this was a good use of our time and money. The tour and historical talk by Nicola were really helpful and interesting and the food was excellent. There’s not much around, so definitely opt for the dinner on-site. Please book directly with Leslie Castle if you can, also, and avoid these third parties.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This castle was lovingly remodeled in the 1980s to be as historic as possible yet with modern features (bathrooms, electricity). It’s the real experience and Nicola, the current owner, takes great pride in its history! She also serves a wonderful breakfast in the old kitchen castle. Definitely a lovely experience. Our room was huge and bed was comfortable. You are also surrounded by Leslie history if that clan is your family history roots.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was not just a castle BnB, this was a real authentic experience back in time. We were warmly welcomed by the Baroness Nicola and her husband and were instantly brought back in time. The Castle was beautifully decorated. We had a very large room with a 4 poster bed and a large bathroom. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. We chosen to have dinner at the castle and would recommend that anyone staying here should do the same. We had a delicious meal served by our host, who was dressed in traditional clothes, at the large dining table beside a lovely fire which added to the ambiance. After dinner, Nicola, now dressed in tartan, shared the history and stories of the castle. It was such a great addition to our stay. We then retired to the drawing room for a whiskey and a tea. it was such a lovely evening, The next morning we had breakfast in what was the old castle's kitchen - a nice touch. We would highly recommend staying at Leslie castle for a unique and wonderful visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Great stay, great food, great stories about the place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite pricey but nice ‘Castle’ experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jannet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the castle experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a unique experience!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Leslie Castle has been on our bucket list since 2018. We are thrilled that we were finally able to get there. The Castle and grounds are in immaculate condition. Nicola and John have done a masterful job with keeping the feel of the place authentic to the history. The rooms were incredible. Modernized but still feeling appropriate to the heritage. The meals were likewise excellent. Dinner was a particular highlight after which Nicola expertly entertained us with the history of the Leslie Clan as well as the Leslie Castle. Thanks to Nicola and John for their hospitality. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Merci
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ma femme et moi avons passé de merveilleux moments dans ce magnifique château, les propriétaires Jhon et Nicola Leslie sont très gentils et accueillants. Nous avons très bien dîné et passé une excellente soirée en leur compagnie 🤗. Tout est très propre et confortable. Nous sommes triste de devoir déjà partir. N'hésitez pas à venir y séjourner. M et Mme CODOMIER Jean-François et Virginie de France
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mayumi

Liked: Staff & service
Such a nice experience to stay at castle. Owner explained about the history of castle which was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was most helpful; the meals were excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AllisonL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful castle hotel. Nicola was a gracious hostess. She gave us a lovely history of the area and the castle, which made staying their even more enjoyable. The room was comfortable and beautifully decorated. Great breakfast in the morning. Nice family run place. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Montserrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me gustó todo, es increíble lo bien que está el castillo y lo amable que es le personal. Una experiencia totalmente recomendable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must do

Awesome experience Owners make the stay something you will remember for the rest of your life.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply Magical!

Amazing views, place, hospitality. We were a group of 6 and enjoyed our stay. We will return!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accueil. Château avec beaucoup de caractère et de charme dans une magnifique région. Endroit très calme.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Eine wunderschöne alte Turmburg, liebevoll restauriert, umgeben von einem großen gepflegten Garten mit einer ganz bezaubernden Gastgeberfamilie. Tolles Essen, wunderbares Klavier. Nur zu empfehlen!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfortable. Friendly family.

A little blown away with the amount of work involved to renovate this castle and it looks in keeping with historical era yet was beautiful and comfortable with modern facilities. The family who own and operate the business are very friendly and happily showed us around. Thank you so much for an unforgettable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot, warm family reception, good, wholesome food,would highly recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Alexander

AstkeLeslie

Lovely place to stay , but above all hospitality of hosts made the difference
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful 16th century castle in the countryside

This was a beautiful castle situated among the hills of the Aberdeen countryside. The owners are very kind and excited to own this castle. They are knowledgeable about the castle and it’s past. Delicious dinner was served complete with sticky pudding with fresh cream. Also wonderful breakfast . Oh and in a castle a bed comfortable for for a king.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018