Northern Hotel

Hotels
7.5 (373 reviews)
Clerk Street , Brechin , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Rooms need updating

Categories

Cleanliness
6.71
Multiple mentions of unclean rooms and black mould indicated cleanliness issues.
Service
8.68
Many reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.72
Consistently highlighted as a positive aspect due to central position.
Room Quality
6.67
Several guests noted that rooms were tired and in need of updating.
Amenities
7.7
Basic amenities available, though some reported limitations.
Value for Money
6.66
Guests felt that the quality of the rooms did not match the price.
Food and Beverage
7.21
Mixed reviews about food; some enjoyed meals while others found options limited.
Overall Experience
7.68
General sentiment points to a fair experience, though with several noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 06:29

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Step into the enchanting atmosphere of this 3-star hotel, founded as a coaching inn in the 19th century. Enjoy high-standard en suite rooms that blend historic charm with modern amenities.

Ideal Base for Exploration
Located in the ancient city of Brechin, the Northern Hotel offers a perfect starting point to discover the natural beauty of the Angus area. Explore Scotland's renowned golf courses and immerse yourself in the region's rich history.

Culinary Delights and Relaxation
Indulge in award-winning cuisine at the Baillie Lounge or unwind at the new Hudson’s Bar. With free Wi-Fi and stylish accommodations, the completely refurbished Northern Hotel ensures a memorable stay.

Ready to experience a blend of tradition and luxury? Book your stay at the Northern Hotel now!

Important information:

Please note the twin rooms and family rooms are located over the bar area and at weekends there is residual noise from below.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • 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.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 373 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.71
Service: 8.68
Location: 8.72
Room Quality: 6.67
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 6.66
Food and Beverage: 7.21
Overall Experience: 7.68
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Michelle • couple • gb
8
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Glen • solo_traveller • gb
3
Disappointing giving the price of the room.
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Property and room were very cold and lack overall heating, had to wait 10 minutes for room to be ready. Not allowing food drink to be brought into the hotel. Rooms very old fashioned and need updating.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Amelia • couple • es
8
Pros:

Un hotel tranquilo, limpio, y personal amables, buena relación calidad precio, recomendable

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Beverley • couple • gb
8
Pleasant stay. Thank you.
Pros:

Lovely staff, very friendly and helpful. Went out of their way to help us which we greatly appreciated. Very professional and kind.
Hotel lounge looked nice and homely. Comfortable and clean. Very happy with our stay.

Cons:

Although the breakfast was tasty, cooked and presented well, we thought it needed some moisture. Perhaps swap the tomato half for tinned or possibly add some beans? Otherwise, it was lovely.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • extended_group • gb
10
Will be back.!
Pros:

Lovely friendly family run hotel… breakfast was ist class.. will be back next time we are up visiting friends

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Walter • solo_traveller • de
5
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, nice clean room & lovely cooked breakfast.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Glendinning • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No red wine option

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Billy • couple • gb
7
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Tinne • couple • be
4
Hotel heeft opfrisbeurt nodig en de manager zou aan zijn 'people skills' mogen werken.
Pros:

De locatie is erg goed, het is ook het enige hotel in het centrum van Breachin.
De disco beneden in het hotel was wel tof. Wij hebben met onze vrienden een mooi feestje kunnen bouwen.
Er is achterin het hotel parking, echter is er niet veel plaats en wordt het moeilijk als er een feest doorgaat in het hotel.

Cons:

Het is een erg gedateerd hotel dat door Indiërs wordt uitgebaat. Wij betaalden £155 (of €178) voor één nacht en de kamer die wij kregen was die prijs helemaal niet waard. Het bed was amper 1.30cm breed, er lag één handdoek klaar, er stond één koffiekop bij de waterkoker, dus duidelijk was dit een kamer die normaal voor één persoon dient.
Het behangpapier was op meerdere plaatsen los en de kamer had gewoon heel wat liefde nodig.
Vrienden van ons betaalden maar £87 voor een dubbele kamer op dezelfde nacht, dat had ik nog kunnen aanvaarden omdat dit het enige hotel in de stad is.
Initieel was het personeel erg vriendelijk, maar nadat ik aangaf dat ik ontevreden was met de kamer, reageerde de eigenaar erg gemeen en onprofessioneel. Later toen hij me met mijn man zag (een erg grote man die hij duidelijk niet boos wilde zien) werd de eigenaar heel erg (overdreven) vriendelijk. De andere personeelsleden deden ook erg hun best om vriendelijk te zijn, duidelijk omdat ze wisten dat ik erg ontevreden was. Het probleem van de kamer hebben ze echter niet proberen oplossen.
Het ontbijt was oké, maar zeker niet geweldig. De ontbijtruimte en eigenlijk elke ruimte in het hotel is echt aan een goede opfrisbeurt toe.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • gb
9
Excellent stay
Pros:

Really nice clean hotel with good customer service and very friendly staff. Went out of their to provide breakfast early so we could eat before we left on the morning.

Cons:

NA

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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lesley • couple • gb
7
Was OK, would be better in the summer time.
Pros:

Breakfast was good, owners were nice & welcoming.

Cons:

Room was a bit chilly, bathroom needs an upgrade.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Kirk • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
8
Hotel more than acceptable for my requirements.
Pros:

Price reflected my stay and I will stay again.
Food good, staff friendly, location great, facilities were good considering price.
Parking was adiquate and well lit.
Well stoked bar.

Cons:

I did not dislike anything,

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • gb
10
A friendly, welcoming hotel with spotless rooms.
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent - a great start to the day :) staff were friendly and accommodating

Cons:

n/a

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
5
2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Mags • family_with_children • gb
10
Arrived as guests and left feeling like family.
Pros:

The rooms where very basic howver provided the necccessary comforts for the stay.

Cons:

We as a family new what was provided within the hotel and where happy with the rooms the food the exceptional service from the staff and the personal touches implemented to cater to my large family groups of over 30 people. Can not fault anything. We would like to thank sugath his wife, auntie and their boys and also the bar staff summer who brought the bells in with us. We will definelty return.

2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Avril • extended_group • gb
8
Id happily stay there again.
Pros:

Good location, with car park. Attentive and helpful staff. Nice room. Good breakfast.

2026-01-06 • via Nuitee