Really expected this to be a super-luxurious end to our holiday and we stayed for two nights. Received a great deal which included dinner on one night and a free 'champagne cruise' on Loch Lomond.
Arrival - impressive - lovely grounds, greeted by valet who assisted with luggage then parked the car for us, receptionist was friendly and luggage was delivered to our room within minutes.
We booked two rooms and one room was upgraded to a suite - which was wonderful as we had a marvellous view of the Loch and a separate sitting room for our 2 young children to sleep in. The room was showing a few signs of 'wear' - i.e. the odd stain on the carpet and marks on the wallpaper etc - but overall it was spacious, clean and had a lovely bathroom. Well equipped with minibar, 2 tv's, hairdryer, trouser press, tea and coffee facilities, internet access, iron and board etc.
We were disappointed only by two things - (1) the creche (which looked great) was not open at all during our stay and this had not been mentioned to us by central reservations, (2) the Georgian Room and Drawing room were closed for renovations and this had also not been mentioned to us.
The cruise on the Celtic Warrier - the hotel's private boat - was wondeful. The two guys who ran the trip were young, keen, very informative and very friendly. The 'champagne' cruise only consists of one complimentary glass - any further drinks are payable - but it was a lovely 90 minute trip on the loch and is well worth doing. (Normal price £32.50 pp)
The leisure facilities were great - lovely pool with baby pool, kids pool and slide, and adults section. The gym was big and well equipped and there were two squash courts and a small health and beauty salon (definitely prebook any treatments as I struggled to get an available appt).
Overall - a great hotel in a really beautiful location - the staff were good, just check facilities are definitely open when booking or you may be disappointed!
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Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene
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Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with teenagers, Tourists
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Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Spa, Other