I thought to stop over at Knock Castle hotel, spontaneously and booked a double for a night. The lady at reception was very charming and booked me a room. I had high hopes for my stay.
I arrived in the dark and the entrance driveway was dimly lit, so it made it harder to find a parking space, not to mention that the path is narrow and stone walls everywhere.
Anyway, whilst reception staff was really friendly and accommodating, the barman appeared a bit rude when I ordered a drink. I had to go to reception to ask if I can add the drink to my room. The next barman was nicer and even asked me, if I liked to order something else.
The room, in the new building on the first floor, was very nice looking at first glance. Lovely bed covers, so soft. Shower worked perfectly.
The only problem was that I could not sleep all night due to a buzzing noise nearby. Must have been a heating or water tank of sorts. Walls were so thin. I heard my neighbours coughing and talking during the night. Maybe they had the same problem with the noise. In the morning it got worse as another buzzing sound now came from the same floor. Elevator, maybe? Above me was the roof restaurant and I could hear guests walking constantly!
There was no welcome pack in my room, however I got free bottle of water, slippers and a robe. TV remote control only worked occasionally.
Outside there is a swimming pool and gym in a separate building.
Breakfast was shambles. I'm not sure how they call this a well served breakfast. There were two pieces of ham left and three mini pastries. Cornflakes still packed in its original package. There was no milk on my table. I had to ask for it. They brought coffee , but no milk. The porridge does not win a star either, slightly over salted.
Check out was fast.
One thing is for sure. I will NOT be back. This is a 4 star hotel , but for a similar price you get better service and rooms in Gleneagels or Crieff Hydro nearby !!! I gave it a 3 star as some of the personnel were really nice. read more