Guest User
November 14, 2023
I am a writer. I wanted a 10-day personal retreat in a relatively remote part of Scotland (a meditative environment to shape my next book). I chose this hotel in Forres because of its proximity to Findhorn. I just wanted peace and solitude, no hassles, no distractions– and a desk to work at, with broadband access. The Ramnee Hotel was perfect. It’s a beautiful old mansion, with period interiors and a wonderful ambience. Even the car park and the grounds added to that peaceful, calm atmosphere (which seems detached from the 21st Century with all of its stresses). It was freezing (outside) when I was there, but the interior of the hotel was warm, and the radiator in my room always seemed to be hot (not turned off in the night). I had dinner in the bar nearly every single night, and never got bored of the menu. Breakfast was also varied and very good (I should know – I had it ten times). But the best feature of this hotel was the staff – across the board. From the front desk to the breakfast room to the bar staff to housekeeping – I have never stayed in such a friendly place and with such accommodating staff. I really enjoyed my time there and I hope to return there (perhaps in a warmer season). Imran Ahmad (unimagined org)