Alona Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (1594 reviews)
Strathclyde Country Park , Motherwell , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable rooms
Quality food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room wear and tear

Categories

Cleanliness
7.61
Some reviews mention that rooms were not the cleanest and appeared worn.
Service
9.08
Staff received multiple positive mentions for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.62
Well-regarded location with convenient access to nearby amenities.
Room Quality
8.07
Rooms are generally comfortable; however, there were concerns about cleanliness.
Amenities
8.6
Good amenities were noted, including dining and room facilities.
Value for Money
8.06
Low price point noted, though some guests felt the quality could be better.
Food and Beverage
8.61
Generally positive reviews for the food, particularly for special occasions.
Overall Experience
8.58
Overall positive sentiments, although improvements in cleanliness were mentioned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 12:06

Property Description

Scenic Location on Lochside
Situated on the tranquil banks of the loch within Strathclyde Country Park, Alona Hotel offers a serene setting for your getaway.

Delightful Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at The Glasshouse Restaurant, where you can savor contemporary Scottish cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients in a bright and relaxed ambiance.

Comfortable Modern Accommodations
Unwind in well-equipped rooms featuring blackout drapes, a flat-screen TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring a restful stay.

Ready to experience relaxation and luxury at Alona Hotel? Book your stay now!

Important information:

Restaurant opening times for Christmas:

- Christmas Eve: 12:30 – 18:00 (Last orders 18:00)
- Christmas Day & Boxing Day: Buffet only from 19:00 - 20.00 (Last orders 19:00)
- New Year's Day Breakfast: 08:00 - 11:30

A limited menu will be available in the Glasshouse Restaurant during the festive period.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 3 years old to 14 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1594 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.61
Service: 9.08
Location: 8.62
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.06
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.58
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Andy solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Room was very comfortable and well maintained. Breakfast was standard hotel buffet. Staff were helpful. location would be nice in Summer.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Great location with friendly staff. Good choice of food available in the restaurant and there is an excellent breakfast buffet.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Williams solo_traveller gb
10
Great Northen trip
Pros:

The location, just of the motorway, excellent walks in the country park by the loch when we stayed last summer, this trip was 2 days into the snow storms for our overnight stay even though almost empty the hotel was warm and comfy,
The usual breakfast bar was replaced by freshly cooked individual orders plus the normal cold dishes. The staff on learning we were traveling on to 40 miles north of Inverness with possibility of closed snow gates made sure we had flasked hot water to make drinks and a box of pastries in case we got held up. The hot water in fact saved us when despite -20 antifreeze the spray jets froze up twice.
Stayed again begining of Feb on way home still excellent.
Photos of our road to our destination, and the light show after we arrived

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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wouldratherbehome Business Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, England
4
Pleasant superior room no food after 7pm!
Pros:

Booked via booking.com but there was some confusion as their info said I had booked the following night?!? Room was ok but on entering the bar restaurant at 19.40 I was told the kitchen closed at 19.00! Seriously this is the first I knew of this despite spending time at reception sorting out the booking issue between them and booking.com. The barman was embarrassed and very kindly offered a sandwich which was ok but why wasn’t this mentioned by booking.com or the hotel reception?? If I had known I would have chosen another hotel. This can’t possibly be a 4 star hotel as it has these limitations which aren’t advised in advance!

2026-02-03 via Tripadvisor
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John solo_traveller gb
8
2026-01-31 via Nuitee
S
Sandra solo_traveller gb
10
Good place to stay
Pros:

Nice rooms. Helpful staff. Highly decorated lobby.

Cons:

Fine

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple gb
9
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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L solo_traveller gb
9
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Melanie family_with_children gb
9
A lovely hotel in a perfect location. Thank you for a lovely stay. The second time we have been.
Pros:

The hotel was lovely, a friendly welcome and pleasant staff throughout the hotel. The food was exceptional.

Cons:

The only thing that could be improved, based on other hotel stays, would be a magnifying mirror in the bathroom with good lighting and a bathroom pack containing items like a shower cap, cotton buds, cotton wool etc.

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Debbie family_with_children gb
7
A nice hotel but not 4*.
Pros:

It’s a nice looking hotel. Breakfast was good (although no pancakes for my daughter). Was a good price.

Cons:

Room was very draughty (I thought the window was open - and also at the door), however, the room was warm when blinds and curtains wee closed. Blind was filthy - covered in dirty marks. Shower was hot (but couldn’t make it colder!). TV on the wall was small and squinty. Shower bottle holder wasn’t secure so bottle fell off when using it. A small biscoff biscuit with the coffee making things was disappointing for a 4* hotel. (Probably the cheapest biscuit out there). Reception staff could’ve been more welcoming. (I was greeted with a “name?”. Not even ‘hello’). Restaurant closed at 8pm.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
7
Comfortable 5 day stay.
Pros:

Location and friendly helpful staff. Good breakfast.

Cons:

Stained carpets, poor bedroom lighting, dated environment throughout. It needs renovating to bring up to 4 star standards.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller gb
6
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Sheila solo_traveller gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
S
Steven extended_group gb
9
Pros:

Breakfast was really nice, Staff were great and place was clean,

Cons:

I ended up with a Twin room and would have preferred a double. I didnt go back to reception and ask for a double which i am sure if i did and they had one they would have gladly moved me.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Iona extended_group gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Malcolm solo_traveller gb
4
Not the best stay
Pros:

Night porter was very informative

Cons:

Room was unclean. Couldn't operate the curtains as the pole was too close to ceiling and too rust to move. Couldn't close the window and blind was mouldy.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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William couple gb
9
Value for money
Pros:

Very nice, hot and plenty choice

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
C
Courtney couple gb
10
Pros:

Great hotel & loads to do round about

2026-01-18 via Nuitee
S
Stephen couple gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Our Tay was excellent the staff couldn’t do any more for us so highly appreciated and so recommend for everyone

Cons:

Nothing everything was perfect

2026-01-16 via Nuitee
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Cameron couple gb
7
Good stay would recommend
Pros:

Good area easy to get to comfy beds would recommend staying here. Friendly staff good service

Cons:

Restaurant attached isn’t great poor choice of food

2026-01-15 via Nuitee