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Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with spa, near Pitlochry Festival Theatre

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Exterior detail
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Indoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Penthouse (Castle) | View from room
Front of property – evening/night
Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa, near Pitlochry Festival Theatre, offers a tranquil retreat with a hot stone massage and golf course. Unwind in the garden or by the firepit while enjoying free WiFi. Explore nearby distilleries like Bells Blair Athol Distillery and Edradour Distillery after an energizing breakfast at one of two on-site restaurants.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Business centre

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is NZ$572
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec

Why we love this property

Spa sanctuary
A full-service spa offers deep-tissue massages and aromatherapy treatments in couples rooms. The garden, sauna, and hot tub complete this relaxation haven.
Lakeside luxury oasis
Savour a delicious meal with garden views, then follow the charming pathway to waters. This luxury hotel offers scenic lakefront serenity.
Delicious dining options
Savour cuisine at 2 restaurants with garden views. This hotel offers a bar, wine tasting room, free cooked-to-order breakfast, and private dining options.

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Castle Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Castle Room Superior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Woodland Lodge

Woodland Lodge

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Woodland Suite

Woodland Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Woodland Room

Woodland Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Castle Suite

Castle Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Lochside Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Woodland Lodge Superior

Woodland Lodge Superior

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Foss Road, Pitlochry, Scotland, PH16 5ND

What's nearby

  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pitlochry Power Station and Dam - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fish Ladder - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bells Blair Athol Distillery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Edradour Distillery - 4 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 78 min drive
  • Pitlochry Blair Atholl Station - 10 min drive
  • Dunkeld & Birnam Station - 15 min drive
  • Pitlochry Station - 18 min walk
  • Free train station pickup
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪McKays Hotel, Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Coach Housr - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Old Mill Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ballinluig Motor Grill - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa

At Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cairngorms National Park. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or facials, and Fonab Brasserie, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge and a hot tub are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 34 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Free train station shuttle available 24 hours a day
DONE

Off-site

    • Area shuttle within 0.5 miles*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Archery
  • Boat tours
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Segway hire/tours nearby

Working away

  • Business centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1892
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Wine-tasting room
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free wired Internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

Fonab Brasserie – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Sandemans Fine Dining – This fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30.00 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Castle Fonab
Fonab Castle
Fonab Castle Hotel
Fonab Castle Pitlochry
Fonab Hotel
Fonab Castle Hotel Pitlochry, Scotland
Fonab Castle Hotel Pitlochry
Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa Hotel
Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa Pitlochry
Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa Hotel Pitlochry

Frequently asked questions

Does Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as archery and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes cave exploring, game drives and game viewing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa also has an indoor pool, a sauna and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring garden views.

What's the area around Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa like?

Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa is a short 9-minute walk from Pitlochry Festival Theatre and 14 minutes' walk from Fish Ladder.

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