The Atholl Palace
US$259
/ night
Avg. for October
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US$259
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Atholl Palace average US$194 in the cheapest month (January) and US$452 in the most expensive month (December), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$194 |
| February | US$207 |
| March | US$197 |
| April | US$229 |
| May | US$275 |
| June | US$267 |
| July | US$287 |
| August | US$294 |
| September | US$318 |
| October | US$259 |
| November | US$220 |
| December | US$452 |
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Cheapest: January (~US$194)
About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as outdoor tennis courts, an indoor pool, and a steam room. Additional features at this Victori...
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as outdoor tennis courts, an indoor pool, and a steam room. Additional features at this Victorian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a hair salon, and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Pitlochry? This hotel has 1076 square feet (100 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch at Verandah, a restaurant which specializes in Regional cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 106 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at Atholl Palace Hotel in Pitlochry, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute drive of Cairngorms National Park and Blair Athol Distillery. This golf hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Rob Roy Way - North and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Black Spout Waterfall.
What's nearby
Blair Athol Distillery(0.5 Miles)
Black Spout Waterfall(0.6 Miles)
Rob Roy Way - North(0.7 Miles)
Pitlochry Festival Theatre(1.1 Miles)
Edradour Distillery(1.1 Miles)
Fish Ladder(1.1 Miles)
Pitlochry Power Station and Dam(1.2 Miles)
Pitlochry Golf Club(1.3 Miles)
Cairngorms National Park(4.5 Miles)
Loch Tummel(5.9 Miles)
Queen's View Visitor Centre(7.3 Miles)
Blair Atholl Golf Club(8 Miles)
Blair Castle(9.4 Miles)
Ben Vrackie(10.2 Miles)
The House of Bruar(11.1 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI)(68.2 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Location
Perth Rd, Pitlochry, Scotland, United Kingdom
Blair Athol Distillery (0.5 Miles)
Black Spout Waterfall (0.6 Miles)
Rob Roy Way - North (0.7 Miles)
Pitlochry Festival Theatre (1.1 Miles)
Edradour Distillery (1.1 Miles)
Fish Ladder (1.1 Miles)
Room options
29
Classic Double Room
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Child)
2 Double Beds
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
474 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Triple Room
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 2
291 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
11
Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
280 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Junior Suite
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
506 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Garden Room Dog Friendly
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
431 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
19
Classic Twin Room
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
269 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
16
Superior Double Room
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
398 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
13
Classic Double Or Twin Room
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
388 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Turret Suite
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
646 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
9
Cosy Double Room
1 Double Bed
108 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Atholl Palace
8.4
Very good
Based on 1,159 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
3%
Couple
53%
Family
25%
Group
14%
Solo
3%
What guests think
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The Atholl Palace is a grand, historic hotel set on scenic grounds above Pitlochry, where travellers highlight its striking setting, traditional lounges with fires, and a good range of leisure features including the pool, spa and woodland walks.
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What guests think
The Atholl Palace is a grand, historic hotel set on scenic grounds above Pitlochry, where travellers highlight its striking setting, traditional lounges with fires, and a good range of leisure features including the pool, spa and woodland walks.
Rooms show a mix of character and updates, with some spacious options and lovely views but also dated areas, weak shower pressure, warm temperatures without air conditioning, occasional Wi‑Fi limits, and noise near bars or weddings. Dining feedback is mixed: breakfast is often plentiful and tasty, while dinner value and quality vary and drink prices can be high, with a few reports of brusque restaurant service. Cleanliness is generally good, though some guests note musty rooms, missed housekeeping, or mould in bathrooms. Expect a character‑rich stay focused on atmosphere and grounds over modern polish.
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Facilities
Leisure options are strong, with a pool, spa facilities (hot tub/steam), gardens, woodland walks, museum, bar, lounges with fires, and occasional live music; on‑site activities like putting and tennis also feature. Some guests mention sauna/spa closures or robe shortages.
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Simon
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Despite only being available for the first night of a weekend break, the lure of staying at the Atholl Palace Hotel couldn't be resisted. We arrived long before we could check in at 3.30pm, so time was spent using the luxury spa facilites and in the bar. We also had a good wander through the wee museum, which was fascinating! The staff were very friendly and accommodating throughout our stay. The room was spacious and wonderfully decorated, and the bed extremely comfortable. The buffet breakfast was delicious, with so much choice available. Definitely one for a revisit in the future, for more than one though next time!
Despite only being available for the first night of a weekend break, the lure of staying at the Atholl Palace Hotel couldn't be resisted. We arrived long before we could check in at 3.30pm, so time was spent using the luxury spa facilites and in the bar. We also had a good wander through the wee museum, which was fascinating! The staff were very friendly and accommodating throughout our stay. The room was spacious and wonderfully decorated, and the bed extremely comfortable. The buffet breakfast was delicious, with so much choice available. Definitely one for a revisit in the future, for more than one though next time!
10
Sharon
18 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent service, clean and comfortable, the pool was a good size and the spa was so good.
Excellent service, clean and comfortable, the pool was a good size and the spa was so good.
10
Alan
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice woodland walks.
Nice woodland walks.
10
Colin
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing property. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and regretted that it was only 1 night. The staff were excellent and very efficient. The room was tastefully decorated and very clean. We had a great time in the pool area and hot tub. Overall - highly recommended.
Amazing property. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and regretted that it was only 1 night. The staff were excellent and very efficient. The room was tastefully decorated and very clean. We had a great time in the pool area and hot tub. Overall - highly recommended.
10
David
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
An amazing place to stay with great history and even a hotel museum in the basement. Full size snooker table, its own pub, live music on a Friday, relaxing swimming pool.
An amazing place to stay with great history and even a hotel museum in the basement. Full size snooker table, its own pub, live music on a Friday, relaxing swimming pool.
8
Patrick
4 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Athol Palace is truly a gem. The Palace itself is preserved well with minor cosmetic repairs noted. The grounds are lovely and a short walk to town is a must. The swimming pool, hot tub and steam were enjoyed but the sauna not working. The gym was small but workable. The “cozy” double was small but still sufficient. The dining room, bar and common area were all comfortable. The food was average. I stayed on a weekend. There were weddings going on all weekend. I feel the staff was overwhelmed and there was not enough help.
The Athol Palace is truly a gem. The Palace itself is preserved well with minor cosmetic repairs noted. The grounds are lovely and a short walk to town is a must. The swimming pool, hot tub and steam were enjoyed but the sauna not working. The gym was small but workable. The “cozy” double was small but still sufficient. The dining room, bar and common area were all comfortable. The food was average. I stayed on a weekend. There were weddings going on all weekend. I feel the staff was overwhelmed and there was not enough help.
10
Keith
7 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our two-night stay in one of the turret suites. The hotel was still beautifully decorated for Christmas but very peaceful being a few days after Hogmanay. Overall condition of the building is excellent, especially given its age and historic nature, which must make it a real challenge to maintain. Our room, bathroom and the turret lounge above were very clean and well presented. Excellent comfy super-king bed. Public rooms were lovely - warm and welcoming. Swimming pool area was very clean and a pleasure to use.
Really enjoyed our two-night stay in one of the turret suites. The hotel was still beautifully decorated for Christmas but very peaceful being a few days after Hogmanay. Overall condition of the building is excellent, especially given its age and historic nature, which must make it a real challenge to maintain. Our room, bathroom and the turret lounge above were very clean and well presented. Excellent comfy super-king bed. Public rooms were lovely - warm and welcoming. Swimming pool area was very clean and a pleasure to use.
10
Steve
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a historic property with old world charm. The interior is spendidly appointed with period era Scottish countryside decor. The grounds have magnificant views and are filled with beautiful trees and flowers. There is a very nice spa and pool facility that includes a pool, hot tub and steam room. The main dining restaurnat and bar are both fantastic
This is a historic property with old world charm. The interior is spendidly appointed with period era Scottish countryside decor. The grounds have magnificant views and are filled with beautiful trees and flowers. There is a very nice spa and pool facility that includes a pool, hot tub and steam room. The main dining restaurnat and bar are both fantastic
10
Linda
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous stay, spacious, comfortable rooms attentive staff and great food. Plenty of facilities, we used the pool and putting green. Excellent location.
Fabulous stay, spacious, comfortable rooms attentive staff and great food. Plenty of facilities, we used the pool and putting green. Excellent location.
10
Garry
4 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
What a setting - absolutely stunning! Gardens are fantastic, hotel is very clean and tidy everywhere. Spa is excellent and breakfast was very good too. Staff all very helpful. Great 2 night stay
What a setting - absolutely stunning! Gardens are fantastic, hotel is very clean and tidy everywhere. Spa is excellent and breakfast was very good too. Staff all very helpful. Great 2 night stay
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Cleanliness
Generally clean rooms and public areas, with many noting well kept pool areas and tidy grounds. However, multiple reviews report musty rooms, missed housekeeping, and mould in some bathrooms.
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Alfred
10 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked a night to stay at a castle during our trip to Scotland. We were placed in a room on the main floor which was towards the end of a hallway. The room was very musty of which the stench stuck to our clothes even after we left. For the amount we paid, we expected a bit more. The breakfast was better than expected and the staff in the breakfast area were very friendly.
We booked a night to stay at a castle during our trip to Scotland. We were placed in a room on the main floor which was towards the end of a hallway. The room was very musty of which the stench stuck to our clothes even after we left. For the amount we paid, we expected a bit more. The breakfast was better than expected and the staff in the breakfast area were very friendly.
10
Dell
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Property was very well cared for. I loved the decor and all the flowers on the grounds. You have a very nice staff. Please don’t publish my name, email, etc.
The Property was very well cared for. I loved the decor and all the flowers on the grounds. You have a very nice staff. Please don’t publish my name, email, etc.
10
Paul
18 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and quiet
Clean and quiet
10
Colin
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing property. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and regretted that it was only 1 night. The staff were excellent and very efficient. The room was tastefully decorated and very clean. We had a great time in the pool area and hot tub. Overall - highly recommended.
Amazing property. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and regretted that it was only 1 night. The staff were excellent and very efficient. The room was tastefully decorated and very clean. We had a great time in the pool area and hot tub. Overall - highly recommended.
4
Fraser
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Underwhelming for a £250 per night B&B rate. Lovely looking hotel and gardens but room was tired and dated for this price. Small, tired bathroom. Service was bang average again for the price and although staff ok, they could have made a bit more effort considering the price we were being charged. If I had paid £100 for room I probably would have been happier with things. Not the cleanest place with windows and mirrors dirty around hotel. Breakfast was cold and serving filtered coffee - no excuse for not having a decent self serve coffee machine these days. Our room was hotter than the sauna in the spa area and we had to keep the windows open. All a bit disappointing really.
Underwhelming for a £250 per night B&B rate. Lovely looking hotel and gardens but room was tired and dated for this price. Small, tired bathroom. Service was bang average again for the price and although staff ok, they could have made a bit more effort considering the price we were being charged. If I had paid £100 for room I probably would have been happier with things. Not the cleanest place with windows and mirrors dirty around hotel. Breakfast was cold and serving filtered coffee - no excuse for not having a decent self serve coffee machine these days. Our room was hotter than the sauna in the spa area and we had to keep the windows open. All a bit disappointing really.
4
Howard
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Family Room -shabby and in need of decoration Bathroom - not cleaned thoroughly. Mould in shower. Water in shower tepid to cold. Food - Distinctly average and overpriced. Some restaurant staff rude. Fantastic setting though.
Family Room -shabby and in need of decoration Bathroom - not cleaned thoroughly. Mould in shower. Water in shower tepid to cold. Food - Distinctly average and overpriced. Some restaurant staff rude. Fantastic setting though.
10
Keith
7 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our two-night stay in one of the turret suites. The hotel was still beautifully decorated for Christmas but very peaceful being a few days after Hogmanay. Overall condition of the building is excellent, especially given its age and historic nature, which must make it a real challenge to maintain. Our room, bathroom and the turret lounge above were very clean and well presented. Excellent comfy super-king bed. Public rooms were lovely - warm and welcoming. Swimming pool area was very clean and a pleasure to use.
Really enjoyed our two-night stay in one of the turret suites. The hotel was still beautifully decorated for Christmas but very peaceful being a few days after Hogmanay. Overall condition of the building is excellent, especially given its age and historic nature, which must make it a real challenge to maintain. Our room, bathroom and the turret lounge above were very clean and well presented. Excellent comfy super-king bed. Public rooms were lovely - warm and welcoming. Swimming pool area was very clean and a pleasure to use.
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kenneth
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It’s unfortunate that the stay was such a disappointment. The restaurant staff was horribly rude & inconsiderate. The breakfast staff would interrupt conversations we were having within our group in order to “set the record straight” on what we were saying. I informed them the conversation wasn’t including them. The bread at dinner was moldy. Drink orders were incorrect & when we told the staff, they told us we were wrong & we’re confrontational. There was mold in the shower. The restaurant staff seemed to be short tempered with our entire party of 12. We will never return to this hotel again & spread the word on their rudeness.
It’s unfortunate that the stay was such a disappointment. The restaurant staff was horribly rude & inconsiderate. The breakfast staff would interrupt conversations we were having within our group in order to “set the record straight” on what we were saying. I informed them the conversation wasn’t including them. The bread at dinner was moldy. Drink orders were incorrect & when we told the staff, they told us we were wrong & we’re confrontational. There was mold in the shower. The restaurant staff seemed to be short tempered with our entire party of 12. We will never return to this hotel again & spread the word on their rudeness.
10
Marian
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good atmosphere. Nice clean room. Great breakfast, lovely food.
Good atmosphere. Nice clean room. Great breakfast, lovely food.
6
Elisabeth
28 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The Castle itself is beautiful and the restaurant and bar very nice. The room was fair. The water pressure in the shower was dismal and we we directly above the bar, so I could hear every word in the live music until around 12pm the last night we were there. The housekeeping did not leave us any washcloths or a bathmat the last day we were there and they never cleaned our coffee mugs at all. Although I was disappointed in the accommodations, the staff was very nice.
The Castle itself is beautiful and the restaurant and bar very nice. The room was fair. The water pressure in the shower was dismal and we we directly above the bar, so I could hear every word in the live music until around 12pm the last night we were there. The housekeeping did not leave us any washcloths or a bathmat the last day we were there and they never cleaned our coffee mugs at all. Although I was disappointed in the accommodations, the staff was very nice.
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Rooms
Rooms combine period character with varying updates; many are comfortable and some are spacious with lovely views. Others feel dated, run warm without air conditioning, have weak shower pressure, limited soundproofing near bars or weddings, and occasional Wi‑Fi limits.
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Andrea
6 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was grand from the outside and was beautiful in the snow. Inside was a bit chilly even though they had several, lovely open fires in the main foyet. The carpeted wall lift was small but effective, but was busy at times. Breakfast was hearty and plentiful, but most of the staff in the hotel looked miserable half the time. Our room looked like it had been chopped from a previous larger room, in two, and was very grey, with little thought for interior design. The bathroom was also small with no window and the water pressure in the shower was reduced. There was a bath but u needed to be a munchkin to really enjoy it! The views from our room were stunning but the single glazing allowed the chill in, even though the radiator was on full blast. We wouldn't stay again. Sorry
The hotel was grand from the outside and was beautiful in the snow. Inside was a bit chilly even though they had several, lovely open fires in the main foyet. The carpeted wall lift was small but effective, but was busy at times. Breakfast was hearty and plentiful, but most of the staff in the hotel looked miserable half the time. Our room looked like it had been chopped from a previous larger room, in two, and was very grey, with little thought for interior design. The bathroom was also small with no window and the water pressure in the shower was reduced. There was a bath but u needed to be a munchkin to really enjoy it! The views from our room were stunning but the single glazing allowed the chill in, even though the radiator was on full blast. We wouldn't stay again. Sorry
10
Natalie
2 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great variety of options at breakfast, something for everyone including any intolerances. Service was great in the bar and at breakfast - staff were very friendly and accommodating to our 3 year old. The room was good - decor fits the building - it's an older palace so don't expect modern room interiors, however the bathroom have been completely
Great variety of options at breakfast, something for everyone including any intolerances. Service was great in the bar and at breakfast - staff were very friendly and accommodating to our 3 year old. The room was good - decor fits the building - it's an older palace so don't expect modern room interiors, however the bathroom have been completely
8
Sarah
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely, comfortable hotel. Room cosy but view of a brick wall wasn’t ideal
Lovely, comfortable hotel. Room cosy but view of a brick wall wasn’t ideal
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Paul
9 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The location is beautiful, as is the building. Beds were comfortable, linen was good quality, and service was exceptional. There were two negative points - I found it very cold overnight, and provided the hotel with feedback that perhaps an extra blanket could be stored in the room as there was only a quilt on the bed. The other negative was due to the WiFi network limitations we were unable to use the television as there wasn't enough bandwidth to support it and we spent time watching a 'buffering' circle in the middle of the screen. Aside from these two things, this is definitely an excellent hotel to stay at and I would visit again.
The location is beautiful, as is the building. Beds were comfortable, linen was good quality, and service was exceptional. There were two negative points - I found it very cold overnight, and provided the hotel with feedback that perhaps an extra blanket could be stored in the room as there was only a quilt on the bed. The other negative was due to the WiFi network limitations we were unable to use the television as there wasn't enough bandwidth to support it and we spent time watching a 'buffering' circle in the middle of the screen. Aside from these two things, this is definitely an excellent hotel to stay at and I would visit again.
8
Ian
18 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very small room. Clean and fresh but too small for the kingsize bed, it took up most of the room. Cooked breakfast was luke warm. Been made for a while but not kept warm enough. No brown bread, only white bread for toast. Overpriced for what we got.
Very small room. Clean and fresh but too small for the kingsize bed, it took up most of the room. Cooked breakfast was luke warm. Been made for a while but not kept warm enough. No brown bread, only white bread for toast. Overpriced for what we got.
6
richard
29 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Outdated decoration & poor quality finish in rooms. Limited breakfast options. e.g. cheese, salmon, breads etc
Outdated decoration & poor quality finish in rooms. Limited breakfast options. e.g. cheese, salmon, breads etc
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Lesley
29 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room 136 was located above a pub with very loud live music. It kept us awake until midnight and completely ruined our stay. Can't believe we paid £175 for this experience. Will Hotels.com give us a refund?
Room 136 was located above a pub with very loud live music. It kept us awake until midnight and completely ruined our stay. Can't believe we paid £175 for this experience. Will Hotels.com give us a refund?
10
Andy
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We’ve stayed several times and have also enjoyed the grandeur and the history of the Victorian hotel. This time we stayed in a Superior Room on the top floor with a view along the valley. The room was spacious and warm. The super king sized bed was very comfortable. The bathroom looked to have been recently renovated. Plenty of choice at breakfast, and all very tasty. We particularly enjoyed relaxing in front of one of the many open fires dotted around the ground floor.
We’ve stayed several times and have also enjoyed the grandeur and the history of the Victorian hotel. This time we stayed in a Superior Room on the top floor with a view along the valley. The room was spacious and warm. The super king sized bed was very comfortable. The bathroom looked to have been recently renovated. Plenty of choice at breakfast, and all very tasty. We particularly enjoyed relaxing in front of one of the many open fires dotted around the ground floor.
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Elisabeth
28 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The Castle itself is beautiful and the restaurant and bar very nice. The room was fair. The water pressure in the shower was dismal and we we directly above the bar, so I could hear every word in the live music until around 12pm the last night we were there. The housekeeping did not leave us any washcloths or a bathmat the last day we were there and they never cleaned our coffee mugs at all. Although I was disappointed in the accommodations, the staff was very nice.
The Castle itself is beautiful and the restaurant and bar very nice. The room was fair. The water pressure in the shower was dismal and we we directly above the bar, so I could hear every word in the live music until around 12pm the last night we were there. The housekeeping did not leave us any washcloths or a bathmat the last day we were there and they never cleaned our coffee mugs at all. Although I was disappointed in the accommodations, the staff was very nice.
8
Aran
18 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location and hotel. Staff were great and accommodating. Great on site ammedities. Only downside was the lack of AC in the bedroom meaning it was really hot. However this is common in Scotland.
Excellent location and hotel. Staff were great and accommodating. Great on site ammedities. Only downside was the lack of AC in the bedroom meaning it was really hot. However this is common in Scotland.
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Service
Many guests praise friendly, welcoming staff across the hotel. Several others cite rude or inattentive restaurant teams, chaotic check‑in, and slow or inconsistent responses to requests.
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Edward
3 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A luxury hotel that absolutely earns that title and meets the standard that you would expect. Even though the hotel property is not very far from the town of Pitlochry--walking into town and back is no great strain--the property envelopes you in calm and luxury. The woodland paths create distance between you and the mad world. The lobby full of sofas and stuffed chairs invites a lingering stay--a book and an afternoon are all you need. We stayed in a fairly basic room, but it was immaculate and luxurious, with lush and peaceful views down the valley. The staff are exceptional--we were greeted with samples of the hotel's whisky liqueur, which itself was perfect. We enjoyed the "gym" facilities downstairs. Breakfast was absolutely exceptional. After our travels, it was like walking into another world entirely. And the building itself is beautiful. I can't say enough about the experience.
A luxury hotel that absolutely earns that title and meets the standard that you would expect. Even though the hotel property is not very far from the town of Pitlochry--walking into town and back is no great strain--the property envelopes you in calm and luxury. The woodland paths create distance between you and the mad world. The lobby full of sofas and stuffed chairs invites a lingering stay--a book and an afternoon are all you need. We stayed in a fairly basic room, but it was immaculate and luxurious, with lush and peaceful views down the valley. The staff are exceptional--we were greeted with samples of the hotel's whisky liqueur, which itself was perfect. We enjoyed the "gym" facilities downstairs. Breakfast was absolutely exceptional. After our travels, it was like walking into another world entirely. And the building itself is beautiful. I can't say enough about the experience.
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Karen
23 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing time, staff went out of their way to make our celebrations happy but to be fair, we celebrate here every year at this time and it is always fabulous… we upgraded our room this year to a superior double… even more luxury
Amazing time, staff went out of their way to make our celebrations happy but to be fair, we celebrate here every year at this time and it is always fabulous… we upgraded our room this year to a superior double… even more luxury
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Gary
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
All old hotels creak and have cracks here and there but that's not a problem as it is the staff who make this a great place. They were so courteous and very friendly.
All old hotels creak and have cracks here and there but that's not a problem as it is the staff who make this a great place. They were so courteous and very friendly.
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George
23 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was very helpful and friendly. Enjoyed two great dinners, with all food hot and tasty. Good breakfast buffet too. Wish there was shuttle service back and forth to town, we would have even paid a fee. You can walk to town, but some guests may struggle. We did get free shuttle to train station on departure, which was much appreciated.
The staff was very helpful and friendly. Enjoyed two great dinners, with all food hot and tasty. Good breakfast buffet too. Wish there was shuttle service back and forth to town, we would have even paid a fee. You can walk to town, but some guests may struggle. We did get free shuttle to train station on departure, which was much appreciated.
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Howard
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Family Room -shabby and in need of decoration Bathroom - not cleaned thoroughly. Mould in shower. Water in shower tepid to cold. Food - Distinctly average and overpriced. Some restaurant staff rude. Fantastic setting though.
Family Room -shabby and in need of decoration Bathroom - not cleaned thoroughly. Mould in shower. Water in shower tepid to cold. Food - Distinctly average and overpriced. Some restaurant staff rude. Fantastic setting though.
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Jennifer
20 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was by far our worst stay whilst visiting the UK. The staff were so rude and unfriendly from beginning to end.
This was by far our worst stay whilst visiting the UK. The staff were so rude and unfriendly from beginning to end.
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Marjorie
11 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were delightful, breakfast was excellent and the hotel and grounds are beautifully maintained. Very comfy room too.
Staff were delightful, breakfast was excellent and the hotel and grounds are beautifully maintained. Very comfy room too.
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David
10 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Reception was chaotic, no note of my name, no room until they sorted themselves out. Given I had booked 4 rooms very disappointing. Bar and food very expensive. Better menu in the bar than in restaurant. Fine dining prices in restaurant but not food to match. On departure given a bill for my room!! It was prepaid to yourselves months previous! Not impressed. Many new staff with a lack of training. We will not be returning.
Reception was chaotic, no note of my name, no room until they sorted themselves out. Given I had booked 4 rooms very disappointing. Bar and food very expensive. Better menu in the bar than in restaurant. Fine dining prices in restaurant but not food to match. On departure given a bill for my room!! It was prepaid to yourselves months previous! Not impressed. Many new staff with a lack of training. We will not be returning.
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kenneth
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It’s unfortunate that the stay was such a disappointment. The restaurant staff was horribly rude & inconsiderate. The breakfast staff would interrupt conversations we were having within our group in order to “set the record straight” on what we were saying. I informed them the conversation wasn’t including them. The bread at dinner was moldy. Drink orders were incorrect & when we told the staff, they told us we were wrong & we’re confrontational. There was mold in the shower. The restaurant staff seemed to be short tempered with our entire party of 12. We will never return to this hotel again & spread the word on their rudeness.
It’s unfortunate that the stay was such a disappointment. The restaurant staff was horribly rude & inconsiderate. The breakfast staff would interrupt conversations we were having within our group in order to “set the record straight” on what we were saying. I informed them the conversation wasn’t including them. The bread at dinner was moldy. Drink orders were incorrect & when we told the staff, they told us we were wrong & we’re confrontational. There was mold in the shower. The restaurant staff seemed to be short tempered with our entire party of 12. We will never return to this hotel again & spread the word on their rudeness.
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Maggie
6 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Waiting staff very rude. No robe for spar we paid for. Had to undress in tiny room. Heat in hotel was unbearable. Bar staff also unfriendly. Paid to stay the night but left at 7.30 in evening. Very disappointed
Waiting staff very rude. No robe for spar we paid for. Had to undress in tiny room. Heat in hotel was unbearable. Bar staff also unfriendly. Paid to stay the night but left at 7.30 in evening. Very disappointed
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Location
Scenic hilltop setting with lovely grounds and views, and many find it walkable to Pitlochry. Some guests noted local taxis can be scarce.
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Edward
3 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A luxury hotel that absolutely earns that title and meets the standard that you would expect. Even though the hotel property is not very far from the town of Pitlochry--walking into town and back is no great strain--the property envelopes you in calm and luxury. The woodland paths create distance between you and the mad world. The lobby full of sofas and stuffed chairs invites a lingering stay--a book and an afternoon are all you need. We stayed in a fairly basic room, but it was immaculate and luxurious, with lush and peaceful views down the valley. The staff are exceptional--we were greeted with samples of the hotel's whisky liqueur, which itself was perfect. We enjoyed the "gym" facilities downstairs. Breakfast was absolutely exceptional. After our travels, it was like walking into another world entirely. And the building itself is beautiful. I can't say enough about the experience.
A luxury hotel that absolutely earns that title and meets the standard that you would expect. Even though the hotel property is not very far from the town of Pitlochry--walking into town and back is no great strain--the property envelopes you in calm and luxury. The woodland paths create distance between you and the mad world. The lobby full of sofas and stuffed chairs invites a lingering stay--a book and an afternoon are all you need. We stayed in a fairly basic room, but it was immaculate and luxurious, with lush and peaceful views down the valley. The staff are exceptional--we were greeted with samples of the hotel's whisky liqueur, which itself was perfect. We enjoyed the "gym" facilities downstairs. Breakfast was absolutely exceptional. After our travels, it was like walking into another world entirely. And the building itself is beautiful. I can't say enough about the experience.
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Sherrie
16 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location
Beautiful location
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Ronald
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of the hotel as it was on a hill. Good views all around because of this. Lovely walks all around the hotel.
The location of the hotel as it was on a hill. Good views all around because of this. Lovely walks all around the hotel.
10
SUSAN
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing traditional property in stunning location
Amazing traditional property in stunning location
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John
25 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful property. Loved walking beside the streams at the bottom of the valley. Take a few minutes to enjoy the museum downstairs.
Beautiful property. Loved walking beside the streams at the bottom of the valley. Take a few minutes to enjoy the museum downstairs.
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David
21 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We have stayed 3 times at Atholl Palace and it's somewhere that we find very relaxing and it's suits our taste. The room we had this visit was very large with lovely views. From the hotel, it's a nice walk into Pitlochry main street and off the main street you have lots of walks that can be taken.
We have stayed 3 times at Atholl Palace and it's somewhere that we find very relaxing and it's suits our taste. The room we had this visit was very large with lovely views. From the hotel, it's a nice walk into Pitlochry main street and off the main street you have lots of walks that can be taken.
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Derek
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved the walks around the property and convenience of area to town
Loved the walks around the property and convenience of area to town
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Laurence
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Magnificent large hotel. Beautiful location. Lovely room. Two very nice restaurants. Perfect spot for a day or two.
Magnificent large hotel. Beautiful location. Lovely room. Two very nice restaurants. Perfect spot for a day or two.
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Eugene
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Atholl Palace was our favorite stay in Scotland! Such a beautiful picturesque setting as well as a beautiful hotel.
The Atholl Palace was our favorite stay in Scotland! Such a beautiful picturesque setting as well as a beautiful hotel.
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ron
27 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning property in convenient location. Close enough to walk to town. Wish we had more time to take advantage of the delights this beautiful hotel offered!
Stunning property in convenient location. Close enough to walk to town. Wish we had more time to take advantage of the delights this beautiful hotel offered!
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for variety and quality. Dinner and bar experiences are inconsistent, with several reports of average food and high prices for meals and drinks, plus a few complaints about brusque service.
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Mairi
15 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is very grand upon arrival, the staff are helpful and welcoming. The breakfast is superb and one of the best hotel breakfasts I’ve had - lots of options, both healthy and unhealthy. I would say, however, that the rooms are in need of an upgrade. The bathroom I had was quite dated and a shower curtain was used which felt unhygienic. There was also no toilet lid too. Overall an okay stay but I would look to upgrade to a different room next time
The hotel is very grand upon arrival, the staff are helpful and welcoming. The breakfast is superb and one of the best hotel breakfasts I’ve had - lots of options, both healthy and unhealthy. I would say, however, that the rooms are in need of an upgrade. The bathroom I had was quite dated and a shower curtain was used which felt unhygienic. There was also no toilet lid too. Overall an okay stay but I would look to upgrade to a different room next time
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William
12 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
clean and tidy, very friendly. Food was excellent although a bit pricey along with the drinks (£6 small coke)
clean and tidy, very friendly. Food was excellent although a bit pricey along with the drinks (£6 small coke)
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Natalie
2 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great variety of options at breakfast, something for everyone including any intolerances. Service was great in the bar and at breakfast - staff were very friendly and accommodating to our 3 year old. The room was good - decor fits the building - it's an older palace so don't expect modern room interiors, however the bathroom have been completely
Great variety of options at breakfast, something for everyone including any intolerances. Service was great in the bar and at breakfast - staff were very friendly and accommodating to our 3 year old. The room was good - decor fits the building - it's an older palace so don't expect modern room interiors, however the bathroom have been completely
8
Cinzia
20 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was good, very well decorate, clean. The food at the restaurant wasn’t what we expected. Breakfast buffet had a good variety.
Hotel was good, very well decorate, clean. The food at the restaurant wasn’t what we expected. Breakfast buffet had a good variety.
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Christopher
20 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The quality of the food in the main restaurant for dinner was very, very poor. An easily forgotten event. The price of drinks was eye-watering (£16 for a glass of mediocre wine)
The quality of the food in the main restaurant for dinner was very, very poor. An easily forgotten event. The price of drinks was eye-watering (£16 for a glass of mediocre wine)
10
Magnus
7 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a really nice stay at Atholl Palace. A great place with decent size rooms and comfy beds. Really friendly staff and great surroundings. We would really recommend booking the BnB with dinner package. We could choose a three-course dinner which was excellent.
We had a really nice stay at Atholl Palace. A great place with decent size rooms and comfy beds. Really friendly staff and great surroundings. We would really recommend booking the BnB with dinner package. We could choose a three-course dinner which was excellent.
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Howard
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Family Room -shabby and in need of decoration Bathroom - not cleaned thoroughly. Mould in shower. Water in shower tepid to cold. Food - Distinctly average and overpriced. Some restaurant staff rude. Fantastic setting though.
Family Room -shabby and in need of decoration Bathroom - not cleaned thoroughly. Mould in shower. Water in shower tepid to cold. Food - Distinctly average and overpriced. Some restaurant staff rude. Fantastic setting though.
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Gavin
5 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is lovely and full of character with huge, beautiful grounds. My only complaint is that everything is over priced to the point where we ate and drank out all the time. Even at breakfast several items carried a supplementary charge. I have not come across that for "normal" fair before. the same was true in the expensive main evening meal menu. It just seemed mean and greedy. Shame as it was the only negative in a lovely hotel
The hotel is lovely and full of character with huge, beautiful grounds. My only complaint is that everything is over priced to the point where we ate and drank out all the time. Even at breakfast several items carried a supplementary charge. I have not come across that for "normal" fair before. the same was true in the expensive main evening meal menu. It just seemed mean and greedy. Shame as it was the only negative in a lovely hotel
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Arnold
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Frankly the food was no better than average and not ****
Frankly the food was no better than average and not ****
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Monica
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotels grounds are amazing. Even if you don't stay there, it is worth a visit. The restaurant wasn't very good, and the food was expensive. It seems like the hotel has seen better days. Maybe it was worth the price back in the day, but now seems overpriced .
The hotels grounds are amazing. Even if you don't stay there, it is worth a visit. The restaurant wasn't very good, and the food was expensive. It seems like the hotel has seen better days. Maybe it was worth the price back in the day, but now seems overpriced .
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Julie
6 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful experience at the castle! Friendly staff and gorgeous rooms - the grounds are beautiful to explore
Wonderful experience at the castle! Friendly staff and gorgeous rooms - the grounds are beautiful to explore
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CAROLINE
1 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful garden room with a special little turret space. Spotless bathroom Helpful staff
Beautiful garden room with a special little turret space. Spotless bathroom Helpful staff
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Scott
30 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay, beautiful hotel , food and accommodation perfect
Great stay, beautiful hotel , food and accommodation perfect
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Joel
26 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A truly beautiful place with really good food and service. It was a bit of a hike from the train station especially with rollers up the sizeable hill, but my only real complaint is the complete ineffectiveness of the hotel’s WiFi. Excitement when the tv actually had Netflix was quickly squashed when it didn’t have enough WiFi to even load. Kinda unacceptable in today’s hotel market,
A truly beautiful place with really good food and service. It was a bit of a hike from the train station especially with rollers up the sizeable hill, but my only real complaint is the complete ineffectiveness of the hotel’s WiFi. Excitement when the tv actually had Netflix was quickly squashed when it didn’t have enough WiFi to even load. Kinda unacceptable in today’s hotel market,
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Nathan
23 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Genuine old-fashioned charming hotel, in a good way. They don’t make them like this anymore sadly. Cannot fault it. Will return for a longer winter stay.
Genuine old-fashioned charming hotel, in a good way. They don’t make them like this anymore sadly. Cannot fault it. Will return for a longer winter stay.
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FAQs about The Atholl Palace
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 25.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:30 PM until 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival to make arrangements.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas.
How is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located next to a golf course and within a 10-minute drive of Cairngorms National Park and Blair Athol Distillery. It is 0.8 miles from Blair Athol Distillery and 1 mile from Black Spout Waterfall.
Is there a swimming pool at the property?
Yes, there is an indoor swimming pool available for guests.
What are the hotel policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
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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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 25.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
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