We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Northern Hotel – reviews, photos

3.0 of 5
2 Clerk Street, Brechin DD9 6AE, Scotland
Hotel amenities
Northern Hotel
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Brechin
4.5 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
Show the lowest price for this hotel*
Show Prices
*from our partners
Write a Review

31 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    19
    9
    2
    1
    0
Date Rating
Hamilton, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
110 reviews 110 reviews
Reviews in 57 cities Reviews in 57 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
“Good food at reasonable prices”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We didn't stay in the hotel, only ate in the restaurant so my review is based on food only. We gathered here for a family get-together (16 of us in total) and was surprised by the efficiency and quality of the food on offer. The portions are substantial, bordering on huge and the food may lack a little subtlety but at the decent prices on offer this is only a small quibble. I had the starter of warm venison and duck served with black pudding and small salad and mini poached apples. Very tasty. I followed this with the jerk chicken salad, which was a nicely spicy massive chicken breast with a fairly ordinary salad. I finished with a terrific pannacotta served with a fresh fruit salad in a brandy snap basket and a coffee. There is also a good selection of draft and bottled beers and a healthy selection of wines. Considering that our group consisted of so many the service was also very efficient and friendly.
I would have no hesitation returning here for more food and heartily recommend it to anyone passing that area.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask ClovaTheWestie about Northern Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Hertfordshire, UK
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“An excellent small hotel.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 June 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Our twin room was very spacious, with modern beech furniture and good quality furnishing fabrics, although drawer space was limited. The bathroom was also spacious - full size bath with a powerful shower.
Breakfast was what you'd expect from a good quality establishment - fruit juice, fresh fruit, cereal, and either a continental or cooked option. As an alternative to the tasty and substantial Scottish breakfast there was the Arbroath Smokie, served with a nicely poached egg and bacon. Toast and tea/real coffee, of course.
We enjoyed three meals in the restaurant, which offered quite a wide choice. We did go for the spicier options as we have found that traditional food in some Scottish hotels can be a little bland.
The staff were very friendly and helpful, and appeared to enjoy their work.
All of this from a Scottish Tourist Board 3 Star Hotel. A very comfortable place to stay that offers very good value.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask tomroberts about Northern Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Montréal, Canada
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A nice place but need some improvements”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 June 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The room was ok, but very noisy, the windows was broken and just tape insteand of replacing. It had a party in the hotel, and children plays in the room area, knocking at he door for the fun.

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Jaune12 about Northern Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Sir_Gants, Manager at Northern Hotel, responded to this review
17 July 2011
Dear Jaune12

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Tripadvisor.

I'm sorry for the disruption during your stay, we do hold a number of events where children are in attendance and on this occasion they managed to find there way to the guest bedrooms.

We are currently going through a refurbishment program, where the bedroom windows are being repaired and replaced along with secondary glazing to keep the noise level to a minimum.

Jamie Oliphant
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Airdrie, Scotland
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great Hotel - Excellent service, comfy room, great food - what more can you ask for?”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Stayed there for two nights while in the area on business. Having never stayed in the area, relied on other reviews when selecting hotel.

Chose this one becaue of review compared with costs/reviews for other hotels in area - so glad I made this choice.

Arrived Tuesday evening and checked into room very quickly - only problem was that advertised WiFi connection didn't seem to be working - staff tried re-setting router to no avail but quickly moved me to another room covered by a second router - no problems from then on.

Enjoyed great food both in the evening and for breakfast - good choice at evening meal from main menu or daily specials and something there that should please everyone even the pickiest of diners - Breakfasts, the usual choice of cereals, continental style or fully cooked selection, including local speciality 'Arbroath Smokies' - absolutely delicious.

Normally, I have trouble sleeping away from home, especially first night, but as soon as I turned out my light I was away and slept soundly till morning.

Any outside noise had quietened by 11pm and there was no problem after that.

Car park is small for the number of rooms, so it's first come, first served but I didn't have any problems on that score.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Caldercraig about Northern Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Perth
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Excellent food and service”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Part of a group of 14 St. Johnstone fans, went to the Northern Hotel in Brechin for a meal. The hotel was packed full for meals and yet the service was brilliant, food was excellent also. Thank you Northern Hotel for a great day. Happy Saints fans :)

  • Stayed March 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Scots2011 about Northern Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC

Travellers who viewed Northern Hotel also viewed

Ogstons Hotel
4.5 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Arbroath, Angus
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1785160?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Links Hotel
4 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
Montrose, Angus
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d192354?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Park Hotel
4 of 5 stars 37 Reviews
Montrose, Angus
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d194077?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
View all 1 hotels in Brechin, ranked by popularity »

Been to Northern Hotel? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Northern Hotel

2 Clerk Street, Brechin DD9 6AE, Scotland
Price range (per night):* INR6,130 - 11,202

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Northern Hotel, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing
Northern Hotel
Show the lowest price for this hotel (from our partners)
Show Prices