Knockendarroch Hotel

Hotels
9.8 (797 reviews)
Higher Oakfield , Pitlochry , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful surroundings
Outstanding service
Comfortable accommodations
Cons:
Limited dining options
Some issues with room allocation

Categories

Cleanliness
9.84
The room is spotlessly clean, with a focus on maintaining high standards.
Service
9.99
Staff were superb, friendly, and accommodating throughout the stay.
Location
9.85
The hotel is set in a beautiful area, away from the center but easily accessible.
Room Quality
9.8
Rooms are described as comfortable, with tasteful decor and good quality.
Amenities
9.33
Limited dining options in terms of variety but decent quality.
Value for Money
9.79
Guests felt they received good value considering the overall experience.
Food and Beverage
9.84
Food quality was highlighted as excellent, although some variety concerns were noted.
Overall Experience
9.99
Guests had a very positive overall experience with intentions to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 19:40

Property Description

Charming Victorian Hotel in Pitlochry

Elegant Rooms with Stunning Views
Individually decorated rooms offering views of Tummel Valley, Ben Vrackie, or the beautiful gardens. En suite bathrooms and traditional charm make for a comfortable stay.

Gourmet Dining and Cozy Lounge
Daily changing dinner menu with vegetarian options. Enjoy the warmth of log fires in the lounge while sipping on a selection of malt whiskies, gins, and wines.

Ideal Location for Highland Adventures
Close to Pitlochry attractions and outdoor activities like cycling, walking, fishing, and hunting. Just a short drive away from Edinburgh city center.

Book your stay at Knockendarroch Hotel for a perfect blend of Victorian elegance and Scottish hospitality.

Important information:

Please note that the hotel does not have an elevator and that the rooms are located on 2 floors. The hotel only has one first-floor room.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 797 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.84
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.85
Room Quality: 9.8
Amenities: 9.33
Value for Money: 9.79
Food and Beverage: 9.84
Overall Experience: 9.99
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Elizabeth solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The traditional style if the hotel

Cons:

Help with our bags up a steep staircase to the 2nd floor

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Cunningham solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Alain extended_group gb
9
Nice
Pros:

The room was quiet. Nice dinner. Friendly staff. Clean.

Cons:

I would have preferred a buffet breakfast.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Darren couple gb
10
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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GK solo_traveller il
10
Most authentic Scotish acomodation and hospitality.
Pros:

Everything about this place was superb! The room with the real scotish atmosphere, the location and the view, the staff, the breakfest! Most recomended.

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Corinne solo_traveller fr
10
Agréable séjour
Pros:

La situation au calme . Hôtel joliment décoré et personnel attentionné. Chambre d'angle très agréable.

Cons:

Pas de prise près du lit mais ce n'est qu'un détail.
La salle de bain manque un peu de charme et l'utilisation de la douche un peu compliquée mais une fois maîtrisée au top.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Fiona couple gb
10
It was just perfect
Pros:

It was very clean, comfortable and friendly

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Javier couple es
10
Un paraíso de paz y descanso
Pros:

Uno de los mejores hoteles que hemos estado jamás - la cama es comodísima y el lugar es de ensueño

Cons:

Nada en absoluto !!

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Craig solo_traveller gb
9
Two night break
Pros:

Although an old building with plenty of original features it was still presented to a very high standard throughout. The staff were friendly and the food was first class .

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Carol couple gb
10
We had a lovely stay. Food was excellent. A very friendly, comfortable hotel.
Pros:

Great location and very comfortable, clean hotel. Staff very helpful and welcoming. Food was excellent. Great service.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Akhil couple in
10
AMAZING
Pros:

Amazing in the only word that can explain my experience

Cons:

Amazing in the only word that can explain my experience

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Clare couple gb
9
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Gorbscot Couples Scotland
8
An excellent stay spoiled
Pros:

This was our second visit to the Knockendarroch Hotel, and the review I left in 2024 still generally stands – “The Knockendarroch has excellent staff, excellent food and lovely rooms. The key to a stay here is that - everything just works.”

Except that this time, one of the most important things did not work – the billing! We had booked and prepaid a dinner, bed and breakfast rate for two nights. On coming to settle the final bill – just drinks over the two nights, the bill also included dinner for one night and an extra bottle of wine. To an extent, hotel bills have to be taken on trust but on this occasion the excess charge was easily spotted; almost £200 of incorrect charges. To be fair, it was quickly corrected – but it should not have happened. One mistake – perhaps. Two mistakes - smacks of carelessness. Disappointing.

2026-08-07 via Tripadvisor
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Vincent solo_traveller fr
9
Pros:

Emplacement et chambre avec vue (et au calme). Très bon séjour.

Cons:

Service au petit déjeuner un peu confus. Dommage, car le petit déjeuner est plutôt bon.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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ALBERTO solo_traveller es
9
Pros:

És molt acollidor. Els espais comuns i l'habitació són molt agradables i confortables. El menjar és excel·lent tant el del sopar com l'esmorzar. Està molt ben situat. Des de l'habitació teníem unes vistes precioses.

Cons:

La regulació de l'aigua calenta de la dutxa era una mica complicada

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Surinder solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Out of the 4 rooms we had booked, there were large, obvious stains in bedding in 1 room, hair on pillows in another room and the duvet smelled in the 3rd room. Considering we had paid £300 per room per night, there was no help given to carry our luggage to the 2nd floor, no lifts, and our group were all into their late 60's and 70's. Little to no service at breakfast, we had to go and knock on kitchen doors to find staff and get toast. We had been travelling in Scotland in on the NC500 and stayed in nicer, cleaner guest houses and hotels with brilliant, friendly hosts which cost considerably less. Absolutely shambolic and appalling service!

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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James couple za
10
Look
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, attentive staff and fabulous restaurant - close to town

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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sheila couple za
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Jayne couple za
10
A charming elegant hotel
Pros:

Beautiful charming and gracious. Outstanding dinner and breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Smithal Friends getaway Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England
10
A luxurious retreat
Pros:

Stayed here for 2 nights of a walking holiday. We had a large room with comfy beds and armchairs. Staff were all very friendly and breakfast was all ordered from and menu and cooked to order.
It is a few minutes walk up the hill from Pitlochry, which is a lovely town with plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants.
Great walking from the doorstep.

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor