The Ballinluig Inn

Hotels
8.2 (377 reviews)
Ballinluig, near Pitlochry, Perthshire , Pitlochry , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Good location
Cons:
Noise from other guests
Overpriced compared to quality
Facilities need updates

Categories

Cleanliness
7.53
Some reviews indicated squeaky floorboards and equipment issues.
Service
9
Staff were described as friendly, helpful, and responsive to needs.
Location
8.54
Good location for access to Pitlochry and parking options.
Room Quality
7.99
Rooms comfortable but some issues reported such as noise and size.
Amenities
8.02
Facilities generally good but in need of some updates.
Value for Money
7.48
Some comments suggested the hotel was overpriced for the quality.
Food and Beverage
9.03
Food received high praise for both dinner and breakfast.
Overall Experience
8
Overall a pleasant experience with areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 22:51

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Ballinluig

En-suite Rooms with Scenic Views: Enjoy comfortable stays in our en-suite rooms offering picturesque views of the garden, hills, and woods. Each room is equipped with a TV and coffee/tea making facilities for your convenience.

Local Flavors at the Bar: Unwind at our bar and indulge in a selection of local beers, whiskies, and spirits, immersing yourself in the authentic tastes of the region.

Exciting Activities Nearby: Immerse yourself in the vibrant surroundings with activities like whisky tasting, golf, hiking, and wild water rafting, promising an adventurous stay.

Experience the charm of Ballinluig Rooms & Suites - Book your stay now!

Important information:

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • 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.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 377 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.53
Service: 9
Location: 8.54
Room Quality: 7.99
Amenities: 8.02
Value for Money: 7.48
Food and Beverage: 9.03
Overall Experience: 8
M
Metcalfe couple gb
7
Comfortable and staff great
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Property is old and its character shows that.it seems that it just needs that little bit more attention to detail to make the inn attractive. They seem to have half finished the rooms but what has been done is good

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
8
Characterful venue, excellent welcome and flexibility from Daniel & Ellie
Pros:

An old highland village inn now run by 2 brothers. Good value & the sort of full Scottish breakfast that sets you up for the day. Though ‘out of town’ for me since my focus was on and at the Pitlochry Festival Theatre I was pleased I’d made this choice especially when I discovered Friday night was music night!

Cons:

Nothing to complain or bridle at

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
K
Ken couple gb
9
Very enjoyable, made to feel very welcome and would happily stay again
Pros:

Friendliness and care from Daniel and his team..the food was top class

Cons:

Nothing really..only fault is that the room needs a fresh lick of paint

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
S
stephen couple gb
9
Pros:

Staff were very helpful and welcoming and the building although old was very clean and comfortable

Cons:

No bad points

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
M
Mark couple gb
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
R
Rebecca couple gb
10
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
V
van Bommel couple nz
7
Cons:

Squeaky floors. Dated bathroom

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
C
Chris couple gb
7
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
W
William couple us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
E
Erika solo_traveller us
10
Easy and clean stay with friendly staff.
Pros:

Check-in was easy with friendly staff. They were communicative proactively with late check in instructions (should you arrive post 7:30pm). Room was spacious and clean. My room was on the second floor and there was stairs. Complementary breakfast were delicious. I would stay here again.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
J
Jeanette couple us
10
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing! It’s a good halfway point to Inverness and is close to Blair Castle and House of Bruar.

Cons:

Was sad the restaurant wasn’t open for dinner

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
A
Adrien couple fr
10
Vraiment très sympathique
Pros:

La chambre que nous avons eu était spacieuse, le lit était confortable. La salle de bain était propre. Il y avait tout le nécessaire (gel douche, snack, café). Nous avions une chambre donnant sur la route mais nous n’avons pas entendu du tout le trafic, si jamais des bouchons d’oreille était prévu. Nous avons pu arriver tardivement grâce a une porte à code. Il y un parking et un peu plus loin une station essence, de plus c’est à 10min en voiture de Pitlochry. Nous avons aussi pu choisir notre horaire pour petit déjeuner, ce dernier était très bon et complet !

Cons:

Rien.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
W
William couple gb
8
Perfect
Pros:

It was clean and tidy perfect

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
N
NICOLAS couple fr
7
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
R
Reg family_with_children gb
8
Good overnight stop
Pros:

Young lady serving dinner &breakfast superb,pleasant,knowledgeable,efficient,,was ready for a bit of banter,(a gem for any business)Very discrete,very attentativ,Would safely say that this young lady could/should advance swiftly if this is her career choice.....Booking in good,room could do with a bit of TLC,nothing a person useful with general repairs could not fix ......

Cons:

General decor and very minor maintenance

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
M
Murray couple gb
10
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
N
Nicole couple nz
6
Good spot for passing through, staff are lovely. Room is basic but comfortable enough for a short stay.
Pros:

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful both for the accommodation and at the restaurant. Food was good, room was warm and clean.

Cons:

Strong smelling incense everywhere which was quite overpowering. There was a very loud appliance operating outside our room throughout the night too which meant we didn’t get a lot of sleep.

2026-01-10 via Nuitee
V
Vanessa couple gb
9
2026-01-04 via Nuitee
R
Rebecca family_with_children gb
2
Cons:

Unfortunately, our stay was very disappointing.

We booked through Booking.com after specifically searching for a dog-friendly hotel. When booking, the first room offered did not allow dogs. Therefore we opted for the second room option that cost £20 more, which we assumed covered the dog fee. However, when we arrived, we were told there would be an additional £20 charge for the dog. I tried to clarify this, as I believed I had already paid the higher rate for a dog-friendly room, but was simply told that dogs cost extra. Due to being snow-trapped, we had little choice but to accept.

I also asked whether breakfast could be brought to the room due to a medical condition. Rather than explaining politely that this wasn’t possible, the response was a head shake...

We were told the room was cold because they “weren’t expecting us” and had only just turned the heating on. However, as the room was available to book, we would have expected it to be prepared for guests. The room remained very cold throughout the night.

As the result of an accident, I asked for cleaning supplies such as wipes or disinfectant. I was told nothing could be provided as it was “chemical based.” I then asked for a bucket of hot water, or anything i would be grateful for. Eventually, I was given some tissue and cold water in a tub.
It felt very dismissive not like somebody going out of their way in order to assist someone else in a situation because you genuinely wanted to help another person out.
Finally, the cleanliness of the room was very poor. The floor was visibly dirty, and after showering, water spread across the floor. When I used towels to dry it, they turned black from the dirt on the floor, which was very concerning.

Overall, the experience fell far below expectations, particularly in terms of communication, cleanliness, and basic hospitality.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
P
Peter couple au
8
Great place to stay to break up your travels
Pros:

Clean and presentable. Good food

Cons:

Squeaky or loose floor board in corridor which vibrated our room bed. Strange

2025-12-28 via Nuitee