Ballathie Country House Hotel and Estate

Hotels
Independent
8.8 (123 reviews)
Kinclaven By Stanley, Perth, Scotland, PH1 4QN , Perth , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Picnic area
Golfing nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Fireplace in lobby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and welcoming staff
Beautiful location and surroundings
Delicious food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues in some rooms
Need for interior renovation

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Mention of cobwebs and spiders indicates the need for improvement.
Service
9.45
Staff were described as friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable.
Location
9.45
The hotel is in a beautiful tranquil setting with lovely grounds.
Room Quality
7.45
Room was described as uncomfortable with issues regarding cleanliness.
Amenities
8.95
Facilities like croquet and walking paths were highlighted positively.
Value for Money
8.45
High price point noted; value perceived negatively due to room issues.
Food and Beverage
9.45
Food was described as outstanding, with excellent breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.25
General positive sentiment reflected across multiple reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 09:03

Property Description

Luxurious Riverside Setting
Escape to Ballathie Country House Hotel and Estate, a stunning Edwardian hotel located on a picturesque riverbank. The property offers exciting recreational activities such as bicycle rentals, a beautiful terrace, and a lush garden for your relaxation.

Top-Notch Amenities
Indulge in complimentary wireless internet, room service, and exquisite dining at the on-site restaurant and bar/lounge. With special services like concierge assistance, wedding planning, and a full breakfast option, your stay will be nothing short of luxurious.

Charming Accommodations
Experience comfort in one of the 41 well-appointed guestrooms featuring modern amenities like LCD TVs, free Wi-Fi, and coffee/tea makers. Unwind in the cozy atmosphere after exploring nearby attractions such as Historic Scotland Stanley Mills and Blairgowrie Golf Club.

To immerse yourself in luxury and tranquility at Ballathie Country House Hotel and Estate, book now to create unforgettable memories.

Important information:

  • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 123 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.45
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 9.45
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Bruce partner
8
Pros:

Rooms a bit dated but comfortable, breakfast with options but cooked breakfast was only like warm

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Vicki
10
Pros:

Lovely surroundings and staff very welcoming and friendly. Dinner was great and we slept very well.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
P
Paul
10
Pros:

Probably one of the best places to stay in the whole of Scotland.
The food is outstanding !!!

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
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David family
10
Pros:

Very cordial staff, good dinner & breakfast. Beautiful grounds. We enjoyed our stay.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
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Ellen
10
Pros:

Beautiful and serene. Felt as though we had spent time at a spa!

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
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Gail
8
Pros:

Stayed for 2 nights twice on our Scottish road trip .
Great food and staff so friendly especially at breakfast which was fantestic. The beautiful grounds and river walks are stunning. Definitely stay again

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
J
Jill partner
10
Pros:

Very comfortable stay at Ballathie House Hotel! We stayed for two nights, Enjoyed walking the grounds and by the landscaped garden near the River Tay. We also played croquet, and badminton! Our room was comfortable, although a little warm and only one of the windows would stay open. Breakfast was a buffet style and had numerous options! We also dined one night, which was delicious, and also enjoyed whiskey in the bar another night with the very knowledgeable bartender, James, who was a wealth of information, and gave wonderful suggestions based on taste! We enjoyed our stay!

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
J
Jeff friends
10
Pros:

A very lovely country estate. Some updating would be in order, I enjoyed my stay.

2025-09-04 via Nuitee
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Gail partner
10
Pros:

Spent 4 wonderful nights at this lovely Country House Hotel.

The staff were all really friendly, especially the lady who greeted everyone at breakfast.
The breakfasts were all excellent.

Stunning views and walks around the grounds and along the River Tay. Relaxing evening watching some fly fishman and salmon jumping.

Will definitely stay here again.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
K
Kathi
8
Pros:

Staff very friendly and courteous.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
K
Ken partner
10
Pros:

Lovely peaceful location.

2025-08-12 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
Disappointing interior….
Pros:

Very disappointing and not somewhere I’d return. The staff were pleasant, helpful and polite but there is so much wrong with this place given the premium you pay. It’s in dire need of a total internal renovation. The room we had felt grubby and was covered in cobwebs and spiders. The grounds are beautiful and a walk by the river is very relaxing but that’s simply not enough.

2025-08-12 via Nuitee
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david partner
8
Pros:

Wonderful building in stunning setting. Staff excellent. Old fashioned look adds to charm. Food very good.

2025-07-30 via Nuitee
S
Susan
8
Tranquil Setting
Pros:

The hotel is in a beautiful tranquil setting, with well tended gardens to wander through. Staff were friendly and efficient. We were delighted to see the return of the buffet breakfast, which was well presented and delicious. Some aspects of the hotel are in need of a little refreshment, but overall, we had a very enjoyable stay and we will certainly return.

2025-07-13 via Nuitee
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Patricia
10
Beautiful country getaway!
Pros:

Lovely property, excellent service, and marvelous food. The bartender said he didn’t really know cocktails which was a bit surprising and a tad disappointing. Would have loved to go stalking but discovered we had to reserve that in advance. Will know next time.

2025-06-30 via Nuitee
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Heather family
10
Pros:

What a charming property! The beds were awful but everything else was great! We had our own patio. The shower was amazing and the staff is so friendly and helpful! It is a little musty as all old buildings are but the charm made the allergies worth it.

2025-06-25 via Nuitee
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Yvonne
10
Pros:

A beautiful riverside cottage room and welcoming and friendly staff

2025-06-18 via Nuitee
G
Gerard
10
Pros:

May wife and stayed for one night with our two dogs and had a fabulous break at Ballathie House. From the welcome on arrival, the room, dinner was outstanding and the location superb. A quality hotel offer a true Scottish experience.

We are planning to return and this time I will have my fly rod with me.

Thanks to the team at Ballathie.

2025-06-11 via Nuitee
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p
10
A wonderful experience in a beautiful location
Pros:

The Hotel is an old manor house with a number of out building locations on the bank of the river Tay. The staff were extremely friendly and efficient, the food excellent. Some of the rooms were a little tired but now under new ownership there is an extensive refurbishment programme underway.
The location with it's riverside walks is stunning. It is also greatly enhanced by the gardens surrounding the main house. My wife (an enthusiastic gardener) had some wonderful discussions with the gardener, Gordon who has been responsible for the design and planting of the beds over the last 9 years. HE is a great asset to the hotel, very skillful and extremely helpful when discussing plants.
I don't think we can praise the hotel sufficiently. it offers excellent value for money and is an ideal base to explore the beautiful Perthshire countryside.

2025-05-03 via Nuitee
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Heather
10
Pros:

5 star all the way

2025-05-02 via Nuitee