Overlooking Pitlochry in the Scottish Highlands with views of Ben-y-Vrackie and the Tummel Valley this historic hotel is the ideal base for exploring the Scottish Highlands. Relax in the chandelier-lit lounges with log fires, sample a local whisky, stroll around the spectacular gardens and museum, or take a dip in the indoor pool.
- 4* rated luxury hotel
- Unique on-site museum
- Award-winning gardens
- All-weather tennis courts and 9 hole pitch and put
- Individually designed luxurious bedrooms
- Dine in the Verndah Restaurant
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Luxury Castle Break - Standard room
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Stay in a Standard Double room and receive:
- A complimentary bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
- 3 course table d'hote dinner for two each night (value £33 pp)
- 20% off wines by the bottle ordered with dinner
- Full Scottish breakfast daily
- Noon late check out (in the months of May to September this is subject to availability, please enquire on check in)
- Stay 3 nights+ and receive a comp £30 spa voucher per room per stay
1 night stay
Package Price: £80 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £160 per room
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2 night stay
Package Price: £155 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £310 per room
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3 night stay
Package Price: £230 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £460 per room
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Luxury Castle Break - Valley room
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Stay in a Valley Double room and receive:
- A complimentary bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
- 3 course table d'hote dinner for two each night (value £33 pp)
- 20% off wines by the bottle ordered with dinner
- Full Scottish breakfast daily
- Noon late check out (in the months of May to September this is subject to availability, please enquire on check in)
- Stay 3 nights+ and receive a comp £30 spa voucher per room per stay
1 night stay
Package Price: £92.50 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £185 per room
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- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
2 night stay
Package Price: £180 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £360 per room
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3 night stay
Package Price: £267.50 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £535 per room
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Luxury Castle Break - Superior room
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Stay in a Superior room and receive:
- A complimentary bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
- 3 course table d'hote dinner for two each night (value £33 pp)
- 20% off wines by the bottle ordered with dinner
- Full Scottish breakfast daily
- Noon late check out (in the months of May to September this is subject to availability, please enquire on check in)
- Stay 3 nights+ and receive a comp £30 spa voucher per room per stay
1 night stay
Package Price: £100 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £200 per room
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- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
2 night stay
Package Price: £195 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £390 per room
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- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
3 night stay
Package Price: £290 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £580 per room
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Luxury Castle Break - Standard Twin room
Exclusive to OPL
Stay in a Standard Twin room and receive:
- A complimentary bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
- 3 course table d'hote dinner for two each night (value £33 pp)
- 20% off wines by the bottle ordered with dinner
- Full Scottish breakfast daily
- Noon late check out (in the months of May to September this is subject to availability, please enquire on check in)
- Stay 3 nights+ and receive a comp £30 spa voucher per room per stay
1 night stay
Package Price: £100 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £200 per room
- Instant Availability
- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
2 night stay
Package Price: £195 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £390 per room
- Instant Availability
- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
3 night stay
Package Price: £290 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £580 per room
- Instant Availability
- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
SMTWTFS
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Luxury Castle Break - Valley Twin room
Exclusive to OPL
Stay in a Valley Twin room and receive:
- A complimentary bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival
- 3 course table d'hote dinner for two each night (value £33 pp)
- 20% off wines by the bottle ordered with dinner
- Full Scottish breakfast daily
- Noon late check out (in the months of May to September this is subject to availability, please enquire on check in)
- Stay 3 nights+ and receive a comp £30 spa voucher per room per stay
1 night stay
Package Price: £92.50 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £185 per room
- Instant Availability
- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
2 night stay
Package Price: £180 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £360 per room
- Instant Availability
- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
3 night stay
Package Price: £267.50 per person per stay (based on two sharing) £535 per room
- Instant Availability
- Friday & Saturday night premiums will apply
All of the above prices include all taxes / service fees.
* Offers showing provisional availability are subject to confirmation with the hotel and availability is not guaranteed. No funds will be taken from your card until the booking is confirmed, which will usually be within a few hours.
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Facilities at Atholl Palace
Golf: On the front lawns the hotel has Perthshire's smallest putting green, a 9-hole Pitch N Putt. The course is a short walk through the woods, obtain your score card, putters and golf balls at reception, and enjoy a friendly game or practice.
Walking: Atholl Palacehas a variety of walks and jogging routes around our gardens and estate - you request a copy of the map from reception.
Tennis: The hotel has four all weather courts which are the setting for the annual 'Tennis Championships of the Highlands', the second oldest tennis tournament in Scotland. Reception has a small number racquets and tennis balls forhire - a small deposit is required.
Games room: The hotel has a games room with Pool Table (cues and balls available to borrow) and PC's loaded with Minecraft complete with Atholl Palace's own Minecraft game specially developed for the hotel.
Good to know
- Hotel check-in time: 3:00 PM
- Hotel check-out time: 11:00 AM
Parking Facilities
Complimentary onsite parking
Disabled Access
There are 2 accessible rooms
History of the hotel
The hotel's unique and fascinating history began in the middle of the 19th Century when popularity of both Scotland as a holiday and health destination grew amongst Victorians.
In 2001, the most extensive refurbishment of the hotel began.Over the course of a decade, locked away rooms and buildings were uncovered and restored including the historic Victorian spa and Turkish baths in the lower ground floor and the art deco building ‘Highways' . New and old gardens were carefully cultivated to award winning standards.
In 2005 the Atholl Palace Museum opened within the hotel. It was the largest of its kind in the UK, celebrating the rich history and architectural heritage of the hotel.
Child Policy
Children are welcome, the charge is £35 per child per night including dinner. Child friendly rooms are subject to availability, please call out team to check availability
Children Swim Times
The swimming pool is open from 7am through to 9pm during the week and until 7pm on the weekend. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Dogs Policy
Unfortunately no dogs are allowed
The Rooms at Atholl Palace
Standard Double room
Spacious double room with one double bed. Many of these rooms feature stunning views out over the Perthshire countryside including the hotel's award winning gardens. Each room at the Atholl Palace Hotel is uniquely decorated & upholstered to a high standard.
Standard Twin room
Standard twin room contains two single beds.Many of these rooms feature stunning views out over the Perthshire countryside including the hotel's award winning gardens. Each room at the Atholl Palace Hotel is uniquely decorated & upholstered to a high standard.
Valley Double room
A double bedroom with views down the beautiful Tummel Valley.
Atholl Palace - Valley Twin room
Superior room
A well-appointed and spacious double room, with a 4 poster bed available on request. All of these rooms feature stunning views out over the Perthshire countryside including the hotel's award winning gardens.
Family Room for 3
This room is able to accommodate 2 adults and 1 child. Spacious room with one double bed and one single. Many of these rooms feature stunning views out over the Perthshire countryside including the hotel's award winning gardens. Each room at the Atholl Palace Hotel is uniquely decorated & upholstered to a high standard.
Family Room for 4
This room is able to accommodate 2 adults and 2 children. Spacious room with two double beds. Many of these rooms feature stunning views out over the Perthshire countryside including the hotel's award winning gardens. Each room at the Atholl Palace Hotel is uniquely decorated & upholstered to a high standard.
Verandah Restaurant
The Verandah Restaurant is famed for its stunning views over the Tummel Valley. In the morning daylight plays on the sparkling tableware and in the evening sun sets fill the space with a warm glow. Every season adds its own dramatic twist to this spectacular landscape.
A growing reputation for the quality of the cuisine is now established, using the very best of local and Perthshire produce, to create a choice of menus full of game and fish specialities from Scotland's larder. We are open throughout the day offering wholesome lunches and traditional afternoon teas " with a view" in elegant surroundings.
As far as is practical and cost-effective, products are sourced preferentially from suppliers who are locally based, then regionally and nationally. Fish and seafood is from a certified sustainable source(MSC). Where possible our tea, coffee and sugar are fairtrade, organic and ethical.
Opening Times
Breakfast: 7.30am-10am daily
Lunch: 12.30 - 5pm daily
Afternoon Tea: 12.30pm and 5pm daily
Dinner: 6pm until 9pm every evening.
Stag's Head Bar
In the lively conviviality of the Stag's Head Bar a fine selection of malt whiskies awaits your delectation. Relax in the comfort of the leather arm chairs, warmed by the log fire and Scotland's finest whiskies. The Stag's Head Bar is open daily for drinks.
Live music on selected Friday & Saturday nights.
Meals are served from 12.30pm to 9.30pm daily.
Opening Times
Breakfast: 7.30am-10am daily
Lunch: 12.30 - 5pm daily
Afternoon Tea: 12.30pm and 5pm daily
Dinner: 6pm until 9pm every evening.
Lavender Spa
The Lavender Spa enjoys spectacular views of the Scottish countryside. The spa draws on its heritage as a Victorian health hydro using the powers of our natural spring water which comes from the mountain of Ben- y -Vrackie which stands over Pitlochry. These waters are used as a tonic and are unique to the Atholl Palace as is the fresh Highland air.
To receive the maximum benefit from any relaxation or beauty treatment you should take time afterwards to rest. At the Atholl Palace, you can stroll or sit in the beautiful gardens, lulled by the sound of the fountains and natural streams. The aromas of the herb garden, the spectacular views and the pure fresh country air will continue to heal and rejuvenate your body. Lose all sense of time sitting in the Japanese Garden taking in the beauty of the trickling stream and bamboo swaying in the breeze.
Facilities include a pool, treatment rooms, gym and fitness room with equipment from running machines and cross trainers to a multi purpose rowing machine.
Opening Hours - Lavender Spa
Monday - Sunday 10.00 – 18:00
We recommend that you book your Spa treatment in advance of your stay.
Pool and Gym Facilities opening hours
Monday - Friday 7.00 - 21.00
Saturday & Sunday 7.00 - 19.00
Last entry to the pool and gym facilities is 1 hour before closing.
Please note: Pool and Gym facilities are not staffed.
Atholl Palace Location
Map & Directions
Address
Pitlochry
Perthshire
Scotland
PH16 5LX
Complimentary onsite parking
How to get here
By Train
Pitlochry Station is on the main railline between London, Edinburgh and Inverness. Regular trains, and one overnight sleeper train, run through Pitlochry from London, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Direct trains between London Kings Cross and Pitlochry run twice daily making London just over 6 hours away.
The station at Pitlochry has a bridge that can be difficult to negotioate for visitors with disabilities. Scotrail will make sure that you have all the assistance you require if you contact them in advance. It takes around 15-20 minutes to walk to Atholl Palace Hotel from the train station. Please bear in mind it's an uphill walk!
By Car
Approaching Pitlochry from the South, take the A924 (signposted for Pitlochry) off the A9. After passing the Blair Athol distillery, on your right, continue under a railway bridge and turn right into the Atholl Palace entrance. From the north , take the A924 (signposted for Pitlochry) off the A9. The A924 is the main street through Pitlochry. Continue right through the town and turn sharp left just before the railway bridge.
Getting to Scotland By Air
The closest major airport is Edinburgh, at just over 1 hour away by car. Dundee also has a small airport, about ¾ hours drive. Glasgow international is 1½ hours away and Prestwick 2 hours.
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Location & Local Attractions
Pitlochry in the beautiful region of Perthshire is a hidden gem for travellers wishing to explore the surrounding area and beyond. With the main trunk road (A9) to Inverness and the north skirting the town and the main rail link passing through it, the town makes an ideal stopping off point or base for a truly Scottish Highland break. The pretty town of Pitlochry, many times winner of Scotland in Bloom and Britain in Bloom awards, is a gentle stroll from the Hotel. The well kept Victorian main street is filled with small, independent shops with unique merchandise and well worth a browse. The nearby small towns of Aberfeldy and Dunkeld also have a unique character and small interesting boutiques. Ten miles north is the House of Bruar, a shopping experience often described as 'the Harrods of the North'.
Pitlochry is surrounded by a variety of beautiful landscapes, from the magical forest around Loch Faskally, to the heights of Ben y Vrackie, which makes up for its lack of munro status by looking dramatic, the rolling pastures of Perthshire and the flowing rivers Tummel & Tay.
The Queen's View - said to be Queen Victoria's favourite vista, takes the breath of many visitors each year as the light changes over the shimmering loch and the great mountain, Schiehallion in the background. However, if you should tire of this pastoral feast, there are many other things to look at.
Whisky connoisseurs will enjoy visiting many of the distilleries in Perthshire and the surrounding area. In particular, there are two local distilleries in Pitlochry, the picturesque Edradour which is the smallest working distillery in Scotland and Blair Athol Distillery. Nearby in Aberfeldy is the "Dewars World of Whisky", and in Crieff, you enjoy a day out to "The Famous Grouse Experience".
Cycling: About 100 yards from the Atholl Palace entrance is where you can hire bikes, tandems, tag-along's and any required equipment. Kevin or Malcolm will also be able to give you route maps and suggest a route which suits your abilities.
Walking: Pitlochry has walks to suit every walker with a choice of pasture or highland, riverside, woodland and open moorland.
Atholl Palace Reviews
- 19 reviews
- Member since May 2019
Pitlochry, Perthshire, Scotland, PH16 5LX
2nd to the 4th of January 2020
We stayed here at the beginning of January. Whereas the front of house staff were very helpful, what let the hotel down for us was the dining experience. The first morning at breakfast we were virtually ignored by the staff. My wife had to approach the waitress twice and ask for tea/coffee/toast rather than the waitress approach us , and even then she failed to explain or even direct us to the breakfast bar.
At night we had booked a table for 8:00p.m. We were not seated till 25 minutes later. No one kept us up to date with the progress of our booking, and once again we felt ignored and we noticed that guests who had not booked a time seemed to be seated ahead of us.
Having worked in the food and service industry for 40 years, our policy has always been that no matter how busy the restaurant is , our customers are always seated at their time of booking and attended to from the minute they enter till the minute they leave
Volume of customers is no excuse for a sloppy service.
However, purely on the efforts of the front of house and service staff we would stay here again , but only if we hear that the restaurant is run on a more professional basis.
Our two night break at thee Atholl Palace hotel
We were warmly welcomed and after the usual paper work proceeded to our bedroom on the second floor via the lift .We chose the the valley room which had two lovely windows overlooking the valley and the view was lovely with the Autumn colours .The room was warm and spacious with a separate area for the wardrobe and a smart bathroom.In the evening we went into the stag bar for a drink .not so impressed with this area .it was the only bar open and people and children were having a bar meal and it was quite cool in this area so we took our drinks into the lounge where the fire was burning brightly.The dining room was good with a good choice of menu and the staff were very pleasant and helpful .Breakfast in the morning had plenty to chose from and the staff again were excellent
Good but spoiled
Overall, our stay was good relative to the cost. On checking out, the experience was sullied somewhat by discovering that the restaurant had overcharged us for drinks. Part of this was resolved (an extra bottle of wine added to the bill which was not ordered) but another part ( an extra drink being added to the bill was left unresolved by the receptionist. As there was a queue forming behind I left the matter but we are unlikely to return because of that.
Lack of consistency
At reception we received an indifferent welcome. We returned to this hotel after 26 years and we always remembered the excellent welcome. The restaurant staff were excellent especially the manager. We had a power cut and received no advice or assurance. We felt that we were a hinderance to everyone. Breakfast was stunning and the bar was relaxing with knowledgeable and friendly staff. Not the wonderful experience we expected.
Off Peak Break
Everything was perfect. Had a wonderful time with my Daughters.
Luxury break
We booked the holiday as a "luxury break" around our wedding anniversary and enjoyed our time at the hotel -including two evening meals. The hotel did have a luxury feel -the room was good; the public areas pleasant; the grounds attractive and the meals excellent. Most of the staff were friendly and helpful -especially in the restaurant where we found the restaurant manager Mr. Howard Davis to be very efficient, welcoming and eager to please! The only small negative was that the water in the room was discoloured
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