Stayed here one night because hotels in St. Andrews were too expensive or booked. This historic hotel is in the midst of being renovated and some of the rooms and common areas are better than others at this point. When the renovation is completed it will deserve a higher rating because the staff is very friendly and helpful, the restaurant food is very good (if traditional), the rooms are large enough and the ambiance and appearance of the bar area is appealing.

It is really a 3+ or 4- at this point, and we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again under the same circumstances.

WOW! This hotel made a big impression on us. The staff are extremley friendly and we found them very professional and attentive. We travelled up from Guildford and stayed here on the way to Thurso. We picked it because of the reviews and the location and it didn't disappoint. The hotel has a lovely layout and great features like south facing, patio area, garden, river views, whisky bar, massive high ceilings. The food was splendid. There really was nothing to fault. Thank you to Andrew and Kate and all there staff who really did make our stay wonderful.
We are both dumbfounded by the suggestions in the negative review below. Each to their own but our experience was completely the opposite.

We chose this Hotel to celebrate my 40th Birthday on 2nd June 2011. Their reputed location, peacefulness of the garden, splendour of the rooms, whisky selection and our love of good food attracted us here. We were welcomed instantly and each member of staff was always pleasant and friendly. We enjoyed every moment of our stay so much so, that we checked out and checked in again the same day!

Thank you Andrew, you and your staff have forever made our stay memorable.
Gill and Gordon, Dundee.

This hotel is situated in peaceful surroundings but is only a short walk from the town centre and a 5 minute car journey from Dundee city centre. The hotel was clean, comfortable and the rooms are very spacious with impressive views over the river. The restaurant offers deliscious food with many different types of dining to suit all tastes and the impressive bar hosts over 400 whiskeys.
The staff were smart, informative and helpful at all times. The hotel is under new ownership and it is lovely to see the stylish renovations and improvements that are taking place.