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4.0 of 5
Perth Road, PH16 5LY, Scotland
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Atholl Palace Hotel
Ranked #14 of 26 hotels in Pitlochry
3.5 of 5 stars 291 Reviews
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great staff and beautiful setting but let down by tired interior and food”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012 via mobile

Stayed here for 1 sunday night with spa pack and 3 course dinner included through a 5pm deal. Due to the deal price we paid we had a pleasant enough stay, however we wouldn't pay the full price rates to come back.

Positives : good breakfast. great staff and service. Lovely grounds and scenic setting. Vast amounts of info on things to do in thr grounds and locally. Nice arran aromatic bathroom products plus thick robes and branded tea/coffee in room.

Negitives : the interior decor in rooms and main level are tired and could do with updating. Feels like it was last refurbed in the 80s to look like a banal hotel chain and they've not replaced or maintained since.
We were lookin forward to using the spa pack. However seeing that our bath was clean but old and stained with mildue stains on the ceiling put us off the idea.
We were also looking forward to the 3 course dinner. The silver service trained staff were good however the food was not to their standards. Felt like it came from a event catering kitchen instead of a restraunt. Starters came out seconds after ordering and even the lettace and plates were freezing cold, highly suspect they are prepped before service starts and kept in large chill to take out. My main risoto was like wallpaper paste and salmon was dry. Pretty average food. Plus the dining area is set inside the conservitory area with vast windows overlooking the scenery, however at night heavy curtains are drawn so the potentually magical backdrop (if they got some outdoor lights) is ignored. No atmosphere either as there is a cd of lift music on a loop in the background (also played during breakfast)

Overall: I understand their usual client is probably retired couples with some money. However if they spent some money on a refurb and a new head chef they could widen the client base and have a truely special product to visit again and again.
They're standard rate charges £110 per room per night, we've stayed in 5 star hotel rooms in central edinburgh for that price with high decor, spa baths with separate showers and sky widescreen tv.
They're standard rate for our dinner charges just under £60 for two ppl without drinks. Again we've had vastly better meals for that price. Wed suggest having a relaxing stroll down to pitlochery and dining out there instead.

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Beautiful Castle - Bad Room - Uninterested staff”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012
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Booked room late on, man at front desk/telephone was less than helpful and not bothered about the fact.
There was a member of staff with an overseas accent (can't remember from which area) who was very welcoming and friendly. He appeared to be the only one.

On entrance the hotel is beautiful and very grand. The public areas are clean, decorated to a good standard and you are free to roam the hotel.

There are a couple of couches next to some coal fires and a piano you can sit at/near to.
On the evening we stayed it was quiet and there was a small bar open.
On ordering a drink at the bar, our drink was swiftly served and the money snatched from our grasp.

The room we stayed in was small, at the back of the hotel. There was wine stained on the walls and curtains and did not look like it had even attempted to have been cleaned.
It was a very poor room considering the grandeur and amount of money we spent on the room.

Having such issues with the hotel, we did take up the matter via email and are still awaiting a reply 11 months later.Clearly not interested.

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  • Stayed March 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“like a castle fit for a princess”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012 via mobile

staff friendly especially Keith the night receptionist on the door. what a lovely man!!

This castle style hotel is huge and grand with a great history and a wee (small) museum in the basement. it is set in lovely grounds and looks amazing for weddings! (had a look around and in the wedding book!)

It is a short walk into Pitlochry (20mins) where there is a nice selection of shops reasturants and pubs.

On arrival there was a wedding with lovely violinists playing and also you were allowed to play the grand piano !! :-D

our room 340 was clean with lovely views towards hills and mountains

Lovely breakfast (buffet) I had a continental selection and enjoyed the additional toppings for my muesli and pastries. My boyfriend had full Scottish breakfast.

swimming pool and spa area clean a pool was quite warm !

hotel grounds are great for a romantic morning stroll even in the icy cold weather!

I have highly recommended this hotel to all my friends and family

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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“Magnificent setting”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

I have just returned from 1 nights stay at the Atholl Palace Hotel. I went with 3 friends and already we are planning another break there with our partners. The magnificent setting was enhanced by the service, food and general warmth and friendlieness of the hotel. The spa facilities were lovely. This is an old hotel , full of character and history. It was so relaxing. I have read a few reviews that were less complimentary. The food was excellent and not expensive. Can't wait to return.
Mary

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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“On a Hill and back in time”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

A tucked away hotel in a beautiful setting. The building is very unique and very old worldly.
The place was comfortable and the food was good. Watch out for the dinner menu supplements. Advertise Dinner + B & B as inclusive then add supplements!!!
Anyhow it is worth a visit.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Perth Road, PH16 5LY, Scotland
Price range (per night):* INR6,441 - 19,996

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