- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
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About this property
In beautiful, peaceful grounds, between Edinburgh and Glasgow, this 4-star hotel is rich in historic charm, with a restaurant, a bar and great leisure facilities, including an 18-metre swimming pool. It is a 10-minute drive from Edinburgh Airport and offers parking for guests. The historic sights of Linlithgow Palace, Hopetoun House and the House of the Binns are all reachable in about 15 minutes. Edinburgh is a 30-minute drive away from Houstoun House. The building's original Great Hall, Old Drawing Room and Library now form the hotel's dining room. With oak panelling, family paintings and antiques, the award-winning Tower Restaurant offers fine dining. Macdonald Houstoun House’s bar has vaulted ceilings, a real open fire and an impressive collection of over 100 malt whiskies. Snacks, tea and coffee are also available. Each room has its own character and an en suite bathroom, as well as tea/coffee making facilities. Most have views of woodlands, beautiful gardens and historical courtyards. Guests receive free access to the hotel's exclusive leisure club, which houses the swimming pool, a sauna, a solarium, a steam room and a gymnasium.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Hutchings
United Kingdom“Brilliant staff especially Chloe Lovely comfy room and beds” - Diane United Kingdom“Professional, friendly staff on reception, bar and in dining room. Hotel is set in beautiful grounds which we enjoyed exploring. Good sized pool. Gym and spa facilities available which we didn't use on this occasion. The Vaulted Bar is lovely...”
- Sandra
Germany“Lovely breakfast on the morning of the checkout. We had spa treatments booked for the day of arrival and used the facilities. The massages were excellent. Dinner in the Vaulted bar was lovely.” - Mark
Norway“Friendly staff, quiet rural location, facilities & very comfortable accommodation. Bed was one of the besI have ever slept in, Room 20.” - Adam United Kingdom“Very Weill run and comfortable, the bar prices are very high but the food was good.”
- Sandra United Kingdom“Very welcoming staff who went the extra mile to make our stay comfortable and relaxing.”
- Clare United Kingdom“Lovely old tower house in beautiful well kept grounds. Excellent pool and spa.”
- Kevin
Australia“Exceptional hotel, Exceptional staff were friendly and attentive, restaurant food was delicious, and the pool was an added bonus. Thank you” - Nicola United Kingdom“It was good to see local staff at Houston House, providing cheerful and efficient service. A nice spa with pool. Quiet location.”
- Helen United Kingdom“Friendly staff very accommodating. Nice pool facilities very clean.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Jeremy Wares Restaurant
- CuisineEuropean
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests who wish to dine at the hotel should contact the hotel prior to arrival to book a table to avoid disappointment.
The credit/debit card used to book a pre-paid rate must be presented to reception on arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.
When booking 7 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
