My husband booked an overnight stay as a surprise for my 40th birthday - he paid for a suite and told the girl at the time of booking what the purpose of the trip was and that it was a surprise. She asked him what treatments he'd like to book for me and, as he hadn't a clue, she said he could book on arrival though it would be busy there should be some slots. Unfortunately, upon arrival, there were no such slots for treatments and although I was added to the "waiting list" for the following day (Sunday 23rd November) no slots became available (which was understandable as everyone was there for the same purpose). My husband was really upset at having "done his best" (and having gone to the trouble of explaining the situation to staff) that I was unable to have any "pampering" and I was upset for him ........... a little guidance from staff would've without doubt gone a long way for a man "out on a limb"! When he mentioned this to the receptionist on checking out he simply got an "oh dear, that's a pity" ....... in other words too bad. Customer care was undoubtedly lacking here. The room, food and staff in the main were lovely during our stay however there's nothing much to do here EXCEPT have treatments and chill out and, due to the lack of advice at time of booking, this trip didn't meet our needs.

The most wonderful and relaxing place we have ever been. Everything is excellent.: true and superb Castle atmosphere, breathtaking views, amazingly spacious and so comfortable rooms, tasteful and well-balanced menus, manicured gardens and the friendliest Staff.
Stobo Castle has real style and class. You want to go back again and again....Congratulations to the Management.

Went for a spa taster day with a friend. Found the whole atmosphere very relaxing and calming with people walking around with bathrobes on, even in the lobby awaiting treatments! Had a body exfoliation, facial and manicure and full use of the spa, pool and saunas. Would advise booking any treatments for the afternoon as this allows you to use the pool facilities all morning without worrying about changing or fitting swimming around treatments. Enjoyed a lovely lunch, soup, salad buffet, dessert & coffee. Go for a walk around the gardens, lovely lake and waterfall. Very enjoyable day throughout!

Have stayed overnight at Stobo many times before, this was my first time visiting as a day guest.

Arrived at 8.30 and went for an early morning walk to the Japanese Zen Garden. The grounds are very well maintained and the fresh air really woke us up. A perfect start to the day.

Checked in at the spa reception. There was a short medical form to be completed then we were given our key to the "day guest" locker room. I would say the lockers and showers in this area could be updated to keep this area inline with the main ladies changing/steam room area.

I had 2 treatments included in the package, a facial and back massage. These were both excellent and the therapists both had years of experience and were really helpful.

The choices on the lunch time buffet have been the same each time (6) i have been there over the last 2 years. Smoked salmon, prawns, crayfish, cesear salad, potato salad, and the same meat from the night before's dinner menu!! The food is always lovely but very repetitive. At least you know what you will be getting for lunch !!

From speaking to one of the therapists there are a few changes in the pipeline. Half day packages with lunch but no treatments will be introduced. And from customer feedback about the limited activities in the evening, they are considering having appointments for treatments in the early evening.

I would definately recommend a day package at Stobo..