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Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant

4.0 of 5
Dulnain Bridge | Morayshire, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3LY, Scotland
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Dumfries, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

The whole experience was a disappointment. The room was very small with no heating. A fan heater was in the corner which when put on was very noisy. The single glazing made the room lose heat rapidly. We were asked what time we wanted dinner and said 7·30. After sitting in the lounge for nearly 45 minutes with an overpriced... More

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Stromness, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

My family, my wife and myself have been staying at the Muckrach Lodge Hotel since 1971. We have always found the hotel to be comfortable, its owners and staff very welcoming and its menu fully reflective of that found in many Scottish Country House Hotels, relying on fresh local ingredients according to season and regular changes in the menu that... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
May 22, 2013

Thank you so much for this review. Everyone gets a great morale boost when travellers who understand what we offer enjoy the experience. Statistically a dissatisfied customer is ten times more likely to complain than a satisfied customer is to praise. This distorts the picture for establishments that do not massage their listings or their guests. Applying the logic of... More

Carrbridge, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Although we have lived in the area for over 7 years - and have had a drink in the Muckrach - we had never had a meal there - until tonight. We had a booking for 8pm - but due to other guests who had "delayed" their appearance - everything from then on was held up - so we were... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
May 19, 2013

Thank you for your review. We take your comments on board and will make some changes in procedure. Please in future alert your server if you are unhappy with the quality of a dish. We will always attempt to resolve the issues there and then. More

Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

As part of a group of 4 travelling South from Inverness to sample Muckrach Lodge for the first time last night, I was very much looking forward to it. I had looked at the menu on the website and it sounded delicious. The lodge itself looked inviting and I was hoping for an evening of luxury but instead had an... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

We make no apologies for our daily changing menus, our freshly cooked food and our welcoming staff. Nor do we apologise for rude and unpleasant customers. If you're not going to be nice, go home. More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

The food was lukewarm (all three courses), staff had a fake smile on all day, the building itself is falling to bits inside, our room (No.4) was the most disgusting room I have ever stayed in. It was extremely tiny with the smallest double bed you can get, the built in "wardrobe" (a hole in the wall) was big enough... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
April 22, 2013

Finally, after about six attempts, this reviewer is able to post something free enough of abuse and mindless vitriol for Tripadvisor to leave up. Such self control is to be lauded, although the persistence does border on obsession. This man stayed with his 'girlfriend' who made the booking. They chose to use a discount voucher from Groupon; these are valid... More

2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013 via mobile

We stayed at Muckrach Lodge for three nights at the start of April. It is a beautiful, characterful and quite special place to stay. Set in its own grounds on a slight hill, the front of the house over looks a field with two highland cows, the other side of the house looks over a castle and a field with... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
April 8, 2013

Thank you thank you! We and the staff get a real lift from reviews like this. More

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

Arrived here for the Easter break and although chilly outside as expected I was immediately met with the warmth of both the lodge and the staff. I was upgraded to a better room which was a plus. The room was really spacious and comfy, the bed was enormous and had extra blankies for the night. there was an extra heater... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
April 8, 2013

Thank you for your review. We and the staff appreciate your comments and get a real kick from knowing we did okay by you. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013 via mobile

I saw the review below and i felt compelled to leap to the hotels defence. I do not remenber any guest being unhappy when i stayed. My room was lovely and although at first a little cold a simple ring on the bell at reception granted us additional heating for our stay. The food was spectacular! I had the sea... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
May 14, 2013

Thank you! If only all guests could be like you!! More

Scotland
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

We stayed here in March for a couple of nights. The bedroom was pretty cold but then so was the weather and when asked the owner supplied us with an extra heater which helped a lot. The room and public areas were a bit dirty, dusty and tired. I would expect a higher standard of cleaniness and comfort for the... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
April 9, 2013

Had we known this guest's Tripadvisor handle is NegativeHenry we would never have taken the booking! But how can you tell the glass half empty pessimists, for whom any divergence from their set expectations is a cause for complaint, from the optimists, who revell in new experiences and the challenges they sometimes create? I know we polarise opinion at Muckrach.... More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2013

Had a lovely weekend break here in early February. After a great drive up through the gorgeous Highland scenery we were met with a warm welcome and a great view. The room was spacious and well furnished - though an actual double bed would be a big improvement! Nevertheless a pleasant, romantic surprise. The lounge and bar area was really... More

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diabolo666, Owner at Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, responded to this review
April 8, 2013

We are delighted you had a good time. We're sorry you didn't like the main courses, and can only surmise that a relief chef was on for that service. Neither I or my partner would ever serve something that looked, or tasted, like school dinners (we share the cooking). The phrase 'relief chef' is of course oxymoronic, because very few... More

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Additional Information about Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant

Also Known As:
Muckrach Hotel Grantown On Spey
Muckrach Lodge Hotel & Restaurant Grantown-On-Spey, Scotland
Address: Dulnain Bridge | Morayshire, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3LY, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Scottish Highlands > Aviemore and the Cairngorms > Grantown-on-Spey
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant Suites
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in Grantown-on-Spey
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
New owners Rebecca & Andy welcome you to this Speyside gem which they are bringing into the 21st Century. We offer roaring fires, comfy sofas and an elegant piano lounge. Champion head chef Addy Daggert creates stunning dishes from high quality local produce. We are within the Cairngorms National Park which has one of the widest choices of outdoor activities in the UK ... more   less 
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