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Macdonald Houstoun House, Uphall

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About the Hotel

Uphall, Uphall, United Kingdom, EH52 6JS

Macdonald Houstoun House is a 16th century country hotel located in Uphall, United Kingdom, just 15 km from Edinburgh. Surrounded by 9 hectares of woodlands and gardens, this historical retreat was once visited by Mary Queen of Scots. The hotel offers a tranquil setting ideal for relaxation, with modern amenities in a historic ambiance.

Location

Situated just off the M8 motorway, Macdonald Houstoun House is easily accessible from Edinburgh and Glasgow. The surrounding area boasts scenic woodlands, while guests can enjoy nearby activities such as golfing at the Uphall Golf Course. The historical town of Linlithgow and the vibrant city of Edinburgh are both within a short drive.

Rooms

The hotel boasts 73 rooms, blending luxury with unique character. Guests can choose from various options, including accessible rooms and antique-filled feature bedrooms with serene views. Each room is equipped with en-suite facilities and premium ELEMIS toiletries for comfort.

Eat & Drink

Dining at Macdonald Houstoun House features traditional Scottish cuisine with a contemporary touch in the Tower Restaurant. Guests can enjoy a cosy atmosphere at the Vaulted Bar, set in the hotel's historic cellars, perfect for afternoon tea or a nightcap. Seasonal, locally sourced ingredients are a hallmark of the hotel's culinary offerings.

Leisure & Business

The hotel's Vital Health & Wellbeing Club and Spa is equipped with an 18-metre swimming pool, gym, and a variety of rejuvenating treatments. Business facilities include several meeting rooms and the elegant Houstoun Suite, catering to events of various sizes, along with complimentary Wi-Fi and scenic outdoor spaces.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Classic Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
28 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Standard Single Room
Max:
1 person
19 m² 
Bed options:
1 Single bed
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Double Room Disability Access
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2 persons
28 m² 
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1 Double bed
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Uphall900 m
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI) 12.8 km
Glasgow (GLA) 66.9 km
Bus
Bus stop 7.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Uphall, Uphall, United Kingdom, EH52 6JS
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Uphall, Uphall, United Kingdom, EH52 6JS
Nearby
Houston Farm Riding School
610 m
82 Thomson Ct
Strathbrock Parish Church of Scotland
800 m
B8046 Ecclesmachan
St Machan Church
900 m
Ecclesmachan Rd Binnie's Plants Nursery
The National Bonsai Collection Of Scotland
970 m
Restaurants
Williamson's Garden Centre & Coffee Shop
1.4 km
Williamsons Garden Centre & Coffee Shop Beechwood Nurseries
Chenzo's Restaurant
780 m
46-48 West Main Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
68%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Spacious Rooms
Friendly Service
Pricey Dining
Limited Dining Options
6.8/10
Nice
Rooms
7.5
Location
7.0
Service
7.0
Dining
5.8
Guest reviews
6.8/10
based on 4 reviews
8.1
8.1/10 based on 1511 reviews
James
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.8/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The rooms were excellent, a nice size, with a massive bed, had a lovely view of the gardens from the windows, and the breakfast was good. Although we had to go outside to a separate building, the room was very spacious and comfortable.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were really nice and spacious, making for a comfortable stay with a lovely garden view.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch. The staff went straight into my hotel room without knocking and immediately changed it when the hobbit hole entry point was n't suitable for a large rugby dude. Nial was particularly friendly, helpful, and always available, showing a professional and polite attitude.
Location
8.0
The location was great as a central point to see sights around the area and for the park and ride into Edinburgh. It was quiet and peaceful, with friendly staff. However, it was nowhere near any other pubs or restaurants that we could find.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a mix. The quality and service were excellent, providing seasonal dishes, but the full Scottish breakfast was not worth the price. However, other options were ok, though not justifying their cost.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good overall, offering room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and welcome drink amenities. However, some areas were lacking in service quality and attention to detail.
Spacious Rooms
Pricey Dining
Thomas
United Kingdom, August  2023
6.8/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were spacious with ample storage, but some were chilly and needed extra heating. Service was friendly and efficient, although the dining experience had its flaws. The location was pleasant, but public transport accessibility was a challenge.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and had ample wardrobe and drawers for clothing.
Service
8.0
The staff were always friendly and helpful.
Location
6.0
The hotel's mature wooded grounds were well maintained and pleasant to walk in, but public transport access was difficult.
Dining
6.0
Although the food quality was good, service was slow and seating took a long time.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered a range of facilities to make the stay comfortable.
Clara
United States, July  2023
5.6/10

The hotel had a fantastic room with a very comfy large bed, nice sitting area, and a lovely bathroom, but the high price on a Sunday night didn't feel justified. Mildew in the bathroom was a significant downside. We only stayed due to a wedding.

Rooms
7.0
The room was fantastic with a very comfy large bed, nice sitting area, and lovely bathroom.
Service
5.0
The service was not very efficient, leading to delays at check-in, poor breakfast service, and slow late-night bar service. However, receptionist Amy was absolutely superb.
Location
6.0
The location was good for sightseeing around the area and using the park and ride into Edinburgh. It was a central point, but the hotel looked a little old and remote.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was overpriced, and we had to pay extra for a cappuccino on top of the breakfast. However, there was plenty to choose from in the menu.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities offered were average with room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, welcome drink, and pet amenities available.
comfy bed
high price
Steve
United Kingdom, June  2023
7.0/10

The hotel rooms were clean and very cozy, but had sloping floors and a TV on the wall at an awkward angle. The service was mostly helpful, but lacking tea and coffee facilities in the room was a big minus for me. The location is perfect for local meetings with an upgraded room, yet the bar area had stained fabrics and high prices. The dining experience had a huge selection but with some delays. Overall, a mixed experience with cozy rooms and good location, but lacking in some services and dining aspects.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and very cozy, but had sloping floors and a TV on the wall at an awkward angle.
Service
6.0
The service was mostly helpful, but lacking tea and coffee facilities in the room was a big minus for me.
Location
8.0
The location is perfect for local meetings with an upgraded room, yet the bar area had stained fabrics and high prices.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had a huge selection but with some delays.
Facilities
7.0
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