Atholl Palace Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star Victorian hotel with spa

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A large, historic building with multiple towers and a central courtyard.
A spa reception area with a black stone wall, a chandelier, and a sign reading "Lavenor Spa".
An indoor swimming pool with stone walls and tiled flooring, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.
A stone staircase leading to a large stone building with multiple chimneys, surrounded by greenery and lavender bushes.
A dining room with a large window, a chandelier, and a red carpet.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Pitlochry, Pitlochry, Scotland, PH16 5LX
  • Place, Black Spout Waterfall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Blair Athol Distillery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pitlochry Festival Theatre
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Classic Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Turret Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Valley View Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cosy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Child)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Garden Room Dog Friendly

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Pitlochry

Pitlochry retreat .You'll find Blair Athol Distillery and Black Spout Waterfall within a 15-minute walk of this Pitlochry hotel. Rob Roy Way - North and Pitlochry Festival Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Black Spout Waterfall - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Blair Athol Distillery - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Edradour Distillery - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Pitlochry Power Station and Dam - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pitlochry Station - 15 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Mill Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hettie's Tearooms - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McKays Hotel, Bar & Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Break - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Atholl Palace Hotel

4-star Victorian hotel with spa
Atholl Palace Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 1076 square feet (100 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, a steam room, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Atholl Palace Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Pitlochry hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 106 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1886
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Atholl Palace Hotel offers 106 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Pitlochry hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 25 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Low-height counter and sink (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 25.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Atholl Palace Hotel to the airport?

Atholl Palace Hotel is 68.2 mi (79-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Atholl Palace Hotel?

As of Oct 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Atholl Palace Hotel on Nov 8, 2026 start from $240, including 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.

Does Atholl Palace Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Atholl Palace Hotel.

Does Atholl Palace Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Atholl Palace Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Atholl Palace Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Atholl Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Atholl Palace Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Atholl Palace Hotel have a pool?

Atholl Palace Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does Atholl Palace Hotel have a restaurant?

Atholl Palace Hotel is home to Verandah, which features Regional cuisine.

Does Atholl Palace Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body treatments, mani/pedis, and facials.

How close is Atholl Palace Hotel to downtown Pitlochry?

Atholl Palace Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Pitlochry.

Atholl Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 560 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Väldigt trevlig och tillmötesgående personal. Hade önskat lite mer av frukosten, väldigt fokuserat på engelsk frukost (varma rätter). En fantastisk trubadur som underhöll alla nationaliteter - proffsig!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a delightful place to stay! Loved their museum telling you about this Victorian era hotel, beds were very comfortable and the food in the bat was delightful! So worth it to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is amazing!!! The staff were fantastic. Loved the pool and jacuzzi. We walked the grounds which are beautiful. We wish we could have stayed more than one night. Out of the 4 places we’ve stayed so far in Scotland this was our favorite.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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For us this was the perfect place to explore family heritage in a beautiful area of Scotland. We enjoyed hiking on or near the property. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, the staff were always very helpful, our meals and drinks in onsite restaurants were great! We are very positive about this hotel!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff on reception especially on night shift on 27th,sorryi do t remember her name she was so very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is in a beautiful location ,well Kept grounds,great food,good entertainment,and helpful,polite staff. The spa and swimming pool were wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Die Auffahrt und das gesamte Anwesen wirken auf den ersten Blick sehr imposant und hochwertig. Leider trügt der erste Eindruck etwas, denn bei genauerem Hinsehen entspricht das Erlebnis nicht ganz den Erwartungen, die das Erscheinungsbild weckt. Unser Zimmer war hingegen schön eingerichtet und sauber. Allerdings wurden gegen Mitternacht die Außenstrahler des Gebäudes eingeschaltet, die direkt in unser Zimmer leuchteten. Da die Vorhänge nicht bis zur Decke reichten, drang viel Licht ins Zimmer und beeinträchtigte unseren Schlaf erheblich. Leider konnte uns die Rezeption dabei nicht weiterhelfen, und auch am nächsten Tag zeigte man wenig Interesse an unserem Anliegen. Das Frühstück war in Ordnung, könnte für ein 4-Sterne-Hotel jedoch deutlich umfangreicher ausfallen. Die Auswahl beschränkte sich im Wesentlichen auf ein schottisches Frühstück sowie Müsli. Auch hier hatten wir leider Pech, da im Nebenraum während des Frühstücks Bohrarbeiten stattfanden, was für eine unangenehm laute Atmosphäre sorgte. Insgesamt ein Hotel mit beeindruckender Optik, das jedoch bei Komfort und Gästeorientierung einige Schwächen zeigt.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel. Only disappointment was the steak at the pub/grill on the property. Not worth the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location of the hotel is perfect. If you’re looking for grand old style than this hotel is for you. The staff were so nice and helpful. Particularly those working in the Bar. They couldn’t do enough to help us. The food in the bar was absolutely delicious and the breakfast in the morning and plenty of choice. The only drawback of the hotel is that the windows do not open in the bedrooms or the bathroom. This meant when we checked into our room, it was so stuffy it was oppressive. Also, our mattress was sloping downwards from toe to head. We only stayed there one night so we lived with it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely one night stay here in a 'Classic' room. It was on the lower ground floor and along several corridors to access it but the directions and signage were excellent and the room had been renovated to a high standard. We used the swimming pool and jacuzzi - lovely surroundings, a little odd to have to wear disposable 'sockettes' over our shoes to enter the area and a little slippery underfoot but otherwise enjoyable. We had dinner in the bar at a window table overlooking the front view which was lovely. The service was excellent although became a bit slow as the bar filled up with only 1 staff member on duty. He did his best and a 2nd pair of hands eventually arrived to help out. Our meals were excellent. We enjoyed a stroll through the delightful landscaped grounds after dinner. The included buffet breakfast the next morning was in the restaurant overlooking the Tummel Valley where we were lucky to be given a window table (you pay extra to have dinner in this restaurant, we were glad we hadn't). The service we experienced throughout was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed our splurge staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice pounds. Walkable distance to Pitlochry and Blair Athol Distillery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel and great location close to Pitlochry centre. Only had breakfast which was good with plenty of choice. Overall a great 3 night stay and would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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From check in right through to check out the staff were excellent. Fonbas Suite was lovely and comfortable with views to dream of. Sitting room upstairs was very well stocked for coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Milk and bottled water also supplied. Bedroom was very comfortable and a good size. Breakfast was buffet style but had a plentiful supply of hot foods. Bar was busy and entertainment on the friday night. The hotel has had a lot of cosmetic decor changes too. As always we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. A place to relax and enoy yorself in lovely surroundings. The gardens are beautifully maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Breakfasts only 1 star. Coffee at breakfast bad. Some employees (not front desk staff) were having an argument when we were signing in at the front desk.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, good full service breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is in a spectacular setting, and the grounds are extensive, as befits a grand building from the 19th century. Inside the decor is in keeping with the overall look and feel of the building, and it's easy to imagine the guests dressed up for meals and other activities. A few things to note - those needing handicap access or an easier means for porting their luggage in or out, have no accommodation at the front door, but rather have to find the (somewhat) hidden notice off to one side of the entrance, which brings you into the hotel beyond the reception desk. In terms of actual indoor property maintenance, there were several relatively minor issues in my room and the hallway outside - including badly squeaking hinges in the hallway that could have been lubricated, a towel rack that didn't heat (bad heating element), a room door that never latched when leaving the room (unless windows were opened), and a step up to the bathroom that should have been marked with tape or other type of contrasting color border. To offset those items, it should be noted that the hotel staff was incredibly responsive - addressing these issues as soon as reasonably possibly. On the plus side, the grounds were magnificent and very well tended. Additionally, if you chose to walk into Pitlochry and found yourself too tired to make it back to the hotel on foot, you could call the front desk and they would send their van driver to pick you up. Overall, I'd give them an 8 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning place to stay, staff was all pleasant. Beautiful grounds to walk on
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hotel close to the town. Short drive to a famous chocolate shop. A very lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a quaint and lovely stay we had at the Atholl Palace. This was our only trip into the highlands on this Scottish vacation and it felt like a mini retreat. The scenery was beautiful. We explored all of the footpaths. The staff were very friendly, attentive and worked very hard. The atmosphere was coorie. From relaxing walks to veranda meals to a glass of wine or pot of tea by one of the many fires and sitting areas throughout the lounge and halls. We will definitely come back. A nice walk into Pitlochry.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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4th time at the hotel, great views, amazing hotel, great pub and restaurant. We’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Had an issue w/ washing machine, advised they’d resolve, delayed their help then apologized they had forgotten about me after 40+ minutes of my original request. Requested extra towels for room and had to ask twice. Tv in room was stationary at 3’ - 4’ off the floor and only viewable from left side of bed. Woman at desk who took our added towel request blamed the non-delivery on other staff vs taking responsibility for her lack of follow up. Will advise friends planning to make a similar trip like ours to absolutely avoid this place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The bar food very expensive for what I received.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is just the best escape for anyone wanting to relax but also have amazing hikes and town on your doorstep. I’d come back every weekend if you could.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful setting. Plenty of room to park. Staff friendly & efficient. The restaurant & bar staff are very smart in uniform with their hair tied back. Our stay was to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. In our room we found a chilled bottle of bubbly, a card & a plate of tasty bites....a very nice thoughtful touch. Thankyou!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026