Arden Country House, Linlithgow, EH49 6QE, United Kingdom
#1 of 21 hotels in Linlithgow
Guests' ChoiceBased on 79 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.5
Free Wifi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 24, 2025
Paul
United KingdomThe location was stunning to get away from everything but it did mean you had to plan for an evening meal somewhere else. Apart from that, we had a brilliant trip and were made to feel at home and part of the family.
Amazing hospitality from John and Beth and a brilliant combination of a deep sleep followed by a stunning breakfast. The room had a feeling of quality and the mattress was handmade and luxurious and just fantastically comfortable.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 16, 2025
Lindsey
United KingdomNothing to not like.
Everything. The owners were exceptional and so nice and helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 9, 2025
Janet
United KingdomOur stay was perfect from beginning to end. Beautiful , well equipped rooms. Breakfast excellent. Finishing touches eg Homemade Shortbread fantastic. Lovely and relaxing .
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 27, 2025
Ivor
United StatesEverything was great, definitely would recommend this as a place to stay.
The hotel itself was better than my expectations, clean, comfortable, exceptionally quiet in a beautiful setting.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 24, 2025
Ivan
United Kingdomnothing
The location was great only a short drive to the Edinburgh but in great scenic location and not far from many great sites of interest. The Room was a great size and bed very comfy. Breakfast was fantastic and worth the cost of stay alone and the home cooked cookies were glorious John & Beth Excellent Hosts and extremely helpful
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 15, 2025
Lizzie
United KingdomNothing
Lovely welcoming hosts who go above and beyond for guests. The rooms are beautifully decorated and really comfortable and the gardens surrounding the property are well established so you can watch the birds from the breakfast room. I can understand why the breakfast has won awards, choice, quality ingredients and beautifully presented.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 3, 2025
Bryant
United KingdomNothing!
Everything was 1st class. Absolutely amazing. I cannot praise Beth and John enough for how they looked after my friend and I. I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending a stay at Arden Country House to anybody who wants to enjoy a fabulous experience. Thank you so much to Beth and John for making our stay such a memorable one.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 9, 2025
Beverley
United KingdomNothing!
The house is beautiful and the hosts were very welcoming and knowledgeable about the area. Breakfast was delicious and well worth the additional cost (no need for lunch!). Beth left us gorgeous homemade sweet treats in our room each day, which were a lovely surprise.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 23, 2025
Karen
United KingdomNo negatives whatsoever.
A great base for our holiday. Lots of lovely, thoughtful extra touches. Spotlessly clean. John & Beth were very friendly, helpful & never intrusive.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: September 24, 2024
Lizabeth
United StatesNot really a close drive to sites .
It was large and very comfortable . The home is situated on a beautiful property .
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 23, 2024
Leslie
United StatesThe breakfast we had here was the best meal we had on our entire 3-week trip. Recommended!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: September 19, 2024
Trevor
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike.
In a word everything. The house is beautiful and set in gorgeous grounds. The room was fabulous and Beth and John were exceptional hosts - nothing was too much trouble. The breakfasts would do justice to a world class hotel.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 17, 2024
Gretchen
United StatesThis is the only reason for a "9" Bringing my luggage up and down stairs. However the place was so beautiful I would definitely stay there again!
Beautiful place in the country. Perfect location to where my friend lives in Scotland. She made the best shortbread cookies I've ever had in my life. And the fudge was good too.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 3, 2024
Vicki
United KingdomQuiet, comfortable, clean, friendly. They really went the extra mile. I would happily stay again :)
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 2, 2024
Paula
United KingdomNothing everything was perfect, no complaint’s whatsoever. Would recommend anyone to stay here great location lovely surroundings Linlithgow is central for both Glasgow and Edinburgh.
John and Beth were welcoming, went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed for our stay. They had great knowledge of the area and places of interest. The room was spacious clean and extremely comfortable, the little touches of home made fudge and shortbread were very thoughtful. Breakfast was amazing, so much choice all cooked from fresh and beautifully presented the freshly baked goods for us to takeaway for later was so thoughtful. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 24, 2024
Alison
United KingdomThe breakfasts were amazing. Beautifully presented and so tasty! The hosts were very helpful, friendly and informative about what to see and do locally. The rooms were all immaculate. Couldn't have been better.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 24, 2024
Heather
AustraliaGreat location in the country near Edinburgh's airport and park and ride. Breakfast was home made and absolutely delicious. The local town Linlithgow is full of history, coffee and tea shops as well as crafts. Plenty of pubs and restaurants.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 20, 2024
Chuck
United StatesThe breakfast was exceptional. Best I have had at any B&B.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 18, 2024
Scott
United StatesBeth and John were absolutely fantastic hosts and have a beautiful location. Quiet, peaceful and checked every box we could think of. We were in the area for a wedding and my wife’s hair straightener didn’t work even with an adapter. Beth came to the rescue with a straightener my wife was able to use. Just absolutely top notch.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: August 16, 2024
Philippa
United KingdomNothing
The hotel was perfect. John is a lovely host and we were made to feel welcome immediately. The room was beautiful with lots of little extras, attention to detail and everything we needed to make our stay relaxing. It's one of the nicest hotels we have stayed in and would highly recommend to anyone coming to the area.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 4, 2024
Alessia
Italy- A little bit too expensive, given the remote position - We didn't try the breakfast (20£ per person)
- Very comfortable bedroom, the bed was superb - Nice sheep land on the side - You can park directly in the yard
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Katrin
GermanyWonderful breakfast. We enjoyed that a lot :)
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 20, 2024
Stepan
Czech RepublicIt is a very beautiful house in the countryside, yet close to Edinburgh AirPort. The owners are so nice people, very helpful. I can recommend to anyone searching for the highest standards in home-like environment.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 13, 2024
John
United KingdomEverything was perfect. Way above average. 5 star plus.
Perfect hotel. Fabulous room . Comfortable bed. Lovely little treats. Tea making facility with shortbread and home made tablet and choice of biscuits in room. Lovely bathroom with toiletries. Owners very welcoming.
Stayed in July 2024
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