The check-in at the front desk was very nice! We were greeted and checked in by Kate. Kate was very…read morepleasant and helpful. We have been in the UK for 8 nights and Kate was by far the best hostess. I hope she gets recognized for her exceptional qualities. I recommend this hotel to all travelers.

Nice location and lovely setting. Housekeeping slightly below standard. Recently refurbished yet…read morebed and bedding seemed pretty old. That saying, huge improvement on the last night spent here 3 years ago when the bedroom was no bigger than a cupboard and wallpaper hanging off the walls. Good choice for breakfast but get down early as long queues for for dining room.

I'd recommend the falconry to anyone that comes here. It was a very unique experience and the…read moreleader was very knowledgeable. The whole area of the hotel is very nice.

Beautiful resort. Beds and linens are so wonderful we all slept amazing. Service was outstanding…read more Spa was very nice.

During our recent Scotland vacation, I decided to stay here for the novelty of staying at a Pub…read morewhich is also an Inn. Having expected a dirty cramped room and lousy service I was overwhelmingly pleased at being dead wrong. The Inn is owned by a older Scottish couple who were quite spunky. The wife services the bar / restaurant in the evening and the husband in the mornings. They make all of the food from scratch and it is proper Scottish food. I'd got a red tartan hat in Edinburgh and the man teased me a bit to make sure I understood what it was before complementing me on it. They simply could not have been nicer. One odd thing is that in early to mid day you have to walk through the pub to get to the stairs to go up to the room. This is clearly the best local watering hole as all of the locals in the teensy town of Doune were there. They helped us get in and offered to take our bags up for us along with opening the door and all moving. The Scott's really do have a way with hospitality. Now the room was great. The bed was comfy and there was very little to no noise at all despite a pub being below us. The dinner and breakfasts there were also top notch all local made on the spot style. Bonus: This place is a five minute walk from Doune Castle, which was the castle used for every single Monty Python and the Holy Grail castle scene.

I'll be honest, I was puzzled by the location of this boutique hotel and wine bar. Having lived in…read moreStirling for five and a bit years, I knew that Friars Street was the street which students ascended/descended to reach either the club on the street at the bottom or the club at the street at the top. After all, I was a Stirling student for four years - a reasonably well-behaved one! - and had seen firsthand the havoc that takes over Friars street in the wee hours. So, I was a little perplexed that they'd picked such a central location for the hotel, all things considered. And, not long after Friars Wynd had opened its doors, there was a deadly attack on the street. Jeez. Forgetting the location, Friars Wynd is completely different from its much-loved predecessor, The Junk Rooms. And they have done such a good job of making the place look so fresh and bright. There's a lovely bar in the corner and ample room for seating, and a selection of fresh cakes displayed by the window. You can tell instantly that Friars Wynd is worthy of the 'Boutique hotel' title because it feels so luxurious from the moment you step inside. And if the rooms are adequately soundproofed then I'm sure a night's stay would be a blissful one. I've had both lunch and drinks at Friars Wynd and I was impressed by both. The owner is a really lovely, passionate lady who, on both my visits, welcomed me and even remembered me the second time. Lunch was delicious and it was just the spot for the kind of evening drink we were after. My only comment would be that some background music would really do good in creating even more of an atmosphere, especially in the evenings. I do know that the owner is looking to branch out to live music and jazz would be just perfect for Friars Wynd! I do hope Friars Wynd grows, because they've got just the right attitude for a new business; in aiming to impress absolutely everyone that comes through their doors.

I'm. Never this quick at adding a review but this place deserves it. Early on a Sunday morning…read morewell 8am. In the back and beyond of sterling in search of an elusive breakfast we stumble upon what is apparently the only place that seems to realise that people want to eat before 10am. We came in and both ordered the full Scottish breakfast and wow was it worth it. Locally sourced meats and cooked to perfection. My only slight down point is my tattie scone was a little hard for my liking however the other half likes hers hard enough to hit a nail with so I won't mark them down for this. The food was freshly cooked and bacon was crispy. Coffee was nice and well made. The service was impeccable. While we were in another customer came in and asked for something off the menu and it was instantly accommodated. If I could give 6 stars I would.

Afternoon tea. We were staying in Edinburgh and spent a small fortune on a taxi to get to Cromlix…read more We do high tea often so we have a lot to compare to. Was well worth it! The best scones we've ever had! The beef bourguignon in a tiny croissant and the Battenberg cake were also particularly special. The decor and grounds were amazing. Beautiful. We went at Christmas time. The food was spectacular. We would highly recommend.

Tea was above and beyond. Way more than we anticipated and delicious. My first taste of haggis was…read morea success due to their flaky pastry and perfect amount of haggis

Not a bad place but not great. Arriving late, we decided to…read moreeat in the restaurant. Their selection of beer was minimal. I wanted their pork-chop and was told they were out of them as well as T-bone steaks. So fish and chips it was. Breakfast was fine. I had the Scottish breakfast, wife selected from the continental buffet. We did have to ask twice for bread. Breakfast second morning was also ok, however wife did see ants on one of the buffet tables and the coffee had the consistency of having sat in the pot overnight. When asked for a new cup, they offered hot water to dilute what I had. The room was fine, large enough for us. Only down side was the worn carpet. I can live with that. I'm general, the place has, based on looks and atmosphere, great potential. Unfortunately it looks tired. Staff was mostly young and with the exception of the desk clerk, didn't deal with issues well.

Note: This location is prime in the heart of Stirling, 5 min walk to castle, and 3 minutes away…read morefrom restaurants and bars. Just stayed here one night as I was exploring the country. Wanted to see the heart of the country and Stirling. SO glad I did. Got a fantastic rate on this hotel and it looked gorgeous so I thought Id give it a go. I was not at all disappointed. The location as mentioned was key. It is literally right there. Walk to everything you'd want within minutes. To top it off they had a great restaurant and bar in the lobby. The room was huge and the bathroom spectacular with very modern amenities, a giant glass shower and spa tub. The people were super welcoming and accommodating. I'd absolutely recommend a stay here as it simply could not have been any better.

First, info on the tavern. It is a very charming, extremely cozy space at the base of Sterling…read moreCastle. The tavern has both indoor and outdoor seating. Good pub food, and a nice selection of beers on tap and lots of choices of alcohol. Second, the people. Upon leaving Stirling Castle, we had a fender bender on the road, near the pub. While waiting for the tow truck, which took hours, we went over to the pub to sit. When it was clear we were going to be stuck for awhile and were not getting to our destination of Inverness that evening, the women of The Portcullis sprang into action. Emma had already delivered food to us while we were sitting near the car. Then, Abbey, Hana and Kate took turns making phone calls to try to find us lodging for the night (as every place in the area from Stirling to Perth seems sold out at that late point in the evening.) Ultimately, our "Angels of The Portcullis" found us a place to stay. We will always be grateful to these amazing ladies!!! If you get a chance, stop by for a pint (and some fish & chips). Very highly recommended!!!

This place is a quaint little restaurant at the bottom of the ravine. The day was gorgeous…read more We chose to sit outside and share a glass of wine or two! It's located outside the Stirling Castle. Seating inside is limited. However, plenty of room outside. You have to go inside to order. I don't recall seeing any waitstaff outside. Food was not that good. I've had much better at various locations throughout Scotland. Easy come and go pub. Location is awesome. Service is just ok. September 2023

Definitely stop in here when in The Trossachs area. Beautiful old hotel with a history and an old…read moreworld charm. Beautiful grounds for peaceful wandering. Non-hotel guests warmly welcomed. They have a main restaurant and also a little bistro in a separate onsite building, called The Potting Shed. We ate in the bistro. Food was incredibly good. Parsnip fritters for a starter were the best food we had during our time in Britain! The unusual take on Sticky Toffee Pudding, with layers of brown sugar, was an improvement on the classic. Short walk to the river. What would be better than a stop here? A stay here! Pricey, but warranted. Look for low rates and deals off season.

Wow -- even if you don't stay here you MUST visit this lovely old 17th Century house now turned…read morehotel -- with many interesting rooms downstairs to look at and walk through. The outdoor grounds provide a peaceful place to walk -- and the flowing river is just 100 yard down a short hill. The real star is the Bistro restaurant next door which turned out to be our best meal during our two week tour of the UK. Only reason we wound up there is because they were full at the main hotel "fancy" restaurant - the the desk manager steered us to The Potting Shed. Chef was Polish and is certainly going places -- as for VERY reasonable prices we got amazing, beautiful dishes like Beet Root, Parsnip Fritters, Chicken wrapped in Parma Ham, Fish and Chips, Lamb, and the most wonderful Bread and Butter Pudding for desert. Atmosphere was rustic and charming -- sit on the small covered patio for that view. Would HIGHLY recommend if you are anywhere near this area -- it's worth a special trip just to see the Peacocks parading on the lawn.