Birnam Hotel

Birnam Hotel descritpion

Historic Birnam Hotel is set in Perthshire countryside between Dunkeld and Birnham Golf Club and the Tay River. It offers cozy rooms, and an on-site restaurant.
The spacious Oak Restaurant serves fine, freshly prepared Scottish and international cuisine. Scots Bar has an open fire and plenty of malt whiskey and bar meals.
Birnham Hotel has free Wi-Fi in public areas, and has rooms with an individual style, private bathrooms and satellite TV.

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Facilities of Birnam Hotel

Pets ：Pets are not allowed.

Activities ：Golf Course (within 2 miles)

Food & Drink ：Restaurant | Bar

Internet ：No internet access available.

Parking ：Free!Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

General ：Newspapers | Non-smoking Rooms | Elevator | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)

Reviews for Birnam Hotel

Review 1：Could do with modernising the rooms as the decor is quite tired. It was also very gloomy - brighter lightbulb please!

Review 2：Great staff, lovely setting and welcoming lobby. Brilliant shower!

Review 3：Decore a bit tired, could do with a lick of paint and new flooring.

Review 4：Quiet, peaceful, beautiful walks. Staff very helpful. Vintage market was on as was the Amber festival in the village a short walk away.

Review 5：This hotel is grubby, unclean, sweaty smelling duvets and pillows, grubby bathroom, almost require a step to enter the shower [room 102] low rent breakfast with cheap food, cheap bread , no tongs for bread, no tea spoons , no side plate or cutlery, lady serving the meal looked as the cat had slept in her jumper, no one on reception at checkout time, not asked re our stay, receptionist not interested I any complaints by guest, one visit and never again.

Review 6：Nothing.

Review 7：Room was cosy, clean & comfortable. The staff were friendly and welcoming. It was my partners birthday and they sang and gave her a gift from the hotel staff which i thought was a lovely gesture

Review 8：didn't like anything this hotel had to offer! out dated hotel and needs to be severely modernized! breakfast was like a sketch from faulty towers!

Review 9：short drive to Dunkeld and Pitlochry.

Review 10：The bar and restraurant were not open and we had to go outside to the Birnam Inn for a drink and a meal.

Review 11：The location was good and the cost was very reasonable.

Review 12：No restaurant and I suspect at time of booking this was the case. This was the key attraction over the B&B's available at a lower price. Very inconvenient. Minor things like no topping up in room coffee sachets, dirty towels left in room just become an annoyance. Took the shine off an anniversary weekend. Unlikely to return.

Review 13：Location is excellent and clean enough facilities despite being a little tired and dated. Mature lady managing breakfast always pleasant and helpful, as she was on previous stays.

Review 14：Hotel tatty. stayed years ago then it had style colleague said no soap or shampoo in his room. Even bedroom doors all marked side tables in bedrooms full of ring marks Far 2 expensive for what is provided

Review 15：The room we were allocated was less than 3 star, stretched light cords to the sockets, bulbs on lamps did not work at bedside. Tea facilities set up wher there was no power, shower temperature was less than warm. Large cracks in the walls and overall appearance of room was less than comfortable. the lack of customer service at check in, another couple were being advised of breakfast arrangements etc whilst we were completing our check in form I was asked by the receptionist if I had heard what he had told the other couple, felt we were disturbing whatever he was doing to come to the desk to do the check in

Review 16：Breakfast was to a good standard

Review 17：Price was reasonable once upgraded to a family suite.

Review 18：Good location for the area and proximity to Dunkeld. Got a free upgrade on arrival because we were not happy with the room offered. Breakfast was good.

Review 19：Shower was mouldy and bathroom needed a complete refurbishment . Breakfast was a disaster. Fawlty Towers didn't have a look in .Don't go for breakfast unless you have a couple of hours to spare.

Review 20：Good location.

Review 21：Bed uncomfortable, cob webs & dust everywhere, mould in bathroom. Extremely unclean bathroom & window did not open. Wardrope hasld dust, dead flies & spiders inside. Decor very tired!

Review 22：Good breakfast & excellent location

Review 23：Several lamps not working. Hotel Bar was not available. Kettle in bedroom was dirty. No central heating in the Hotel. Staff did not seem motivated - service suffered.

Review 24：Bedrooms and bathroom very tired, lighting awful - but on the plus side, location is good and accommodation is cheap

Review 25：Staff helpful when we spoke to them about a couple of issues - seemed to care

Review 26：The fact that although the inn and hotel advertised meals til 9.30 we were told we couldn't get by thing to eat ....

Review 27：Location and beautiful old building ....

Review 28：Enjoyed everything about the hotel. Bar area was a little sterile for my taste.

Review 29：Loved the look of the building and its location. Easy to get into town. Staff really helpful..

Review 30：Cleanliness in room was unacceptable, mould throughout bathroom, cobwebs in room

Review 31：Breakfast is just what I needed after a day out in the hills and a few pints the day before.

Review 32：This hotel has the potential to be an old world charming hotel with a bit of care and attention. The rooms needed up dated. There is a mixed selection of old and new furniture and set that does not work The dining room was cold and bare. Get table cloths , open fires and real flowers! It felt unloved and in cared for. Shame as the location is good

Review 33：Potential to be a beautiful old charm hotel

Review 34：The room was tiny, overlooked a building site and was quite frankly sub-standard .The walls in the en suite were covered in black mould and the plaster had peeled off. We walked out and returned home.

Review 35：The location was perfect which was why we chose this hotel.

Review 36：We loved the location + the staff were excellent. Unfortunately I became ill on our second day there and had to return home, the staff were brilliant.

Review 37：The room was in serious need of updating with mould around all the fittings in the bathroom and rotting wood from the shower leaking causing a really horrid smell. The most disappointing part was the attitude of the staff, who neither cleared any of the breakfast things away or wanted to know about any complaints. The hotel was significantly below par for the money however the man's argument on reception was that was the price quoted!

Review 38：The next door village is Dunkeld which is lovely and the building from the outside is old and impressive.

Review 39：Areas of the hotel are dated, the breakfast was hit and miss, wifi was poor, kitchen was closed early when we wanted dinner.

Review 40：Lovely village and the staff were very friendly although a little short on numbers

Review 41：mould in shower, room not clean, housekeeper left our door not just unlocked but open with our possessions open to anyone wandering by. Some food poor quality. General cheap nasty feel to some food, and toiletries in room. Worst sausage at breakfast I have ever tasted.

Review 42：staff were helpful and couteous

Review 43：We arrived for breakfast at the start of the available time to find the two staff overworked trying to clear up from the coach party who obviously should have left earlier.

Review 44：The location

Review 45：The bedroom had big water marks and cracks on the ceiling and in general is just worn and run down - really not worth the £80 for one night.

Review 46：The staff were very friendly

Review 47：This hotel caters now for bus tours. We were awakened around 5.30am as they all got up. Our friends rooms were just off the reception area and the noise was dreadful. Our room was on the 2nd floor but above the entrance so we had the pleasure of the bus engine from 6.45 followed by 48 trolley cases and people talking loudly outside until their departure. Our friends did complain to the manager but apparently no one else has ever been disturbed or complained. Even if this was the case, he should have listened and apologised in this instance. But no, nothing but defensiveness . We would never stay here again and would not recommend it to anyone. A great pity because Birnam is beautiful.

Review 48：Location

Review 49：No bar or restaurant on site, just a small bar/pizzeria in property next door. Room and bathroom small and in major need of refurb and finishing touches, bathroom window was filthy with black mould. Breakfast was ok but felt we were intruding, tables from earlier guests left uncleared, trays/mats for glasses and table cloths on buffet table were dirty, service unfriendly, dead flowers in lounges/entrance. Hall area summed up our stay

Review 50：Spacious shower Good location near A9 Close to Dunkeld for food and shops. Huge potential for such a lovely building BUT

Review 51：The hotel had a really tired look. The bedroom furniture, a mixture of ages and quality, didn't match. The nozzle on the hairdryer was broken. This was a double room, used as a single for my stay, so cups, coffee, tea, milk etc. were provided for two, but only one saucer! The handle was missing from the inside of the bathroom door and there was no tooth mug or glass. The shelf/hooks unit in the bathroom was really quirky, but not in keeping with the modern suite. At breakfast I helped myself to and slowly sipped a glass of orange juice and had a wander round before anyone noticed my presence. When the waitress arrived, she insisted I sit at another table, even though I was the only guest in the room. The choice of cereals and bread was very limited. Wi-fi was poor because of the age and construction of the building.

Review 52：The imposing Victorian hotel, in the heart of the village, is within easy walking distance of the station and there is a bus stop just outside and it is an easy walk to Dunkeld. The staff are friendly. There was everything I needed in my room, including sufficient heat to dry out my rain sodden clothes, and the view from the window was very pleasant. The small television offered all the channels I might need. The cooked food at breakfast was excellent and the hotel put on a good funeral tea. Evening meals were offered in an adjacent bistro.

Review 53：Dated decoration, cracked plaster and flacking paint in toilet. Hairs in sink and toilet. Shower didn't drain. Headboard on bed grubby and dust on bedside cabinet.

Review 54：Food and service

Review 55：This hotel is very tired, curtains didn,t fit the windows. Bathroom was totally disgusting, painted over the old wallpaper, mould all around the bath, light full of flies, pull on heater meant that bathroom was freezing

Review 56：Location is very good easy access to surrounding areas

Review 57：Lack of cleanliness ie fugus growing in the bath selant bath scum not cleaned and gunk on the underside of the shower controls visible when having a bath! No extractor fan in bathroom so bathroom gets steamy and damp . Staff require training , watching TV and on mobiles whilst working. A mix between the shining faulty towers and seems from Mrs Apron. What a shame :-( once was a beautiful building the food in the Italians was awful and the breakfast very greasy

Review 58：The area

Review 59：On arrival we were told we didn't book, to where we showed them our confirmation email, for them to say there computers where down and they will get us our key. We booked a double room with a bath, where we were put in a room with twin beds, the bathroom was still dirty, there was long black hairs still in the bathtub, the side of the bath was peeling away. There was stains on one of our towels, and on the floor in the bedroom. The cups we were given to make tea/coffee was dirty. The radiator wouldn't heat up, and the shower would not change setting. We were told we were to pay at check out. But when we went to pay (grudgingly) I was handed a receipt and told they took my details from the computer and charged me early that morning.

Review 60：The restaurant and some of staff was lovely. The free wifi and checking out!!

Review 61：Dangerous electric space heaters, old bedrooms, poor wifi reception, dingy appearance in lobby/hallways, dirty or mildew in places, beer taps didn't work, couldn't make charges to room.

Review 62：Location; courteous staff, good breakfast, Birnam Inn behind the hotel

Review 63：Nothing to dislike, the hotel met all our requirements

Review 64：My husband said it was the nicest cooked breakfast he'd had in ages (says a lot for my cooking) and served by a lovely lady (not me)

Review 65：The shower was very disappointing, barely enough water pressure to provide an adequate amount, the bathroom was scruffy. The room was in need of brightening up, it had a very 'tired appearance in general. Reported to manager but no acknowledgment or offer of discount. Would not recommend staying. Over priced for small cramped room.

Review 66：The breakfast was good and the waitress was pleasant and helpful.

Review 67：Was amazed at what I got for the price -- gorgeous, huge room, fantabulous old building, friendly staff; across the street is the Beatrix Potter museum (did not know it when I booked); a short walk is the Birnam Oak (of Shakespeare fame -- yes, it's way old). Local families I met while walking were also friendly

Review 68：Decor was mismatched to the period of the building. It looked a bit tired and dusty in the entrance. Bathroom could do with an upgrade but were mostly clean.

Review 69：The beds were clean and comfortable.

Review 70：The Birnam Hotel was comfortable and convenient. The staff was friendly and the room comfortable. The food in the restaurant was good and reasonably priced.

Review 71：I appreciate it is a very old building but I really struggled to get a signal and had to stand outside to make a call.

Review 72：Situated in a beautiful spot, with lots of great walks nearby. Staff helpful, friendly and chatty. Found room clean and bed comfortable. Breakfast very tasty with lots of options to choose from.

Review 73：Enjoyed ourselves so much we stayed an extra day.

Review 74：We enjoyed the small town, the beautiful hikes and scenery. The food at the hotel was fantastic. The staff very friendly and we enjoyed their company.

Review 75：Staff clearly need proper direction. Found out the place was in administration which accounts for the net curtains in room in dire need of cleaning, very dusty curtains, ceiling cracked and damp stain not painted. Mattress needs changed, heating not on at all but could have done with being on a bit. Staff need to work on not being overheard by customers, but I guess not having proper management for nearly a year can't help. Fix these small issues and the place could be great. £95 a night is too much as it is!

Review 76：Breakfast was very good and tasty. Powerful shower. Lovely location and exterior. Birman Inn Italian restaurant was fab! Across road from lovely Beatrice Potter garden and not far from main Dunkeld village which has a lovely cathedral and really nice delicatessen.

Review 77：Room 205 Was tired , dingy, dark,old carpet Wires hanging down Matsui flat screen TV same size as my laptop, mould round bath , fan in bathroom made loud aero plane noise , lamp with top off it exposed wires No hand soap Stool at mirror broken rivals worst we have experienced worldwide and all for £ 95 Poor value for money and a disgrace to Scottish accommodation

Review 78：Food at breakfast served by Margaret was good though she was only server Bed was big ,good , clean comfortable Entrance impressive until you reach rooms

Review 79：We were put in a room with no veiw but it was clean cant get it all our way

Review 80：Staff were great espcially Margaret,Food was excellent breakfast excellent plenty to choose from, hotel was a litle dated but what do you expect from an old building.We shall definetly be back it was nice and relaxing lovely walks

Review 81：Bathroom could have done with a repaint, but didn't matter as it was perfectly clean.

Review 82：Everything. Small friendly hotel, full of character. Large room, comfortable bed, superb breakfast. Waitress with a sense of humour was the icing on the cake!

Review 83：It isn't really 5 minutes from Dunkeld unless you run very fast!

Review 84：The location is excellent, and the hotel is comfortably old fashioned in appearance, but nicely up to date with facilities. Food was good and liked the Italian pizzeria, maybe include a menu on the web site? It would ensure guests didn't make alternative eating arrangements perhaps.

Review 85：Window held open by piece of wood waitress forgot about me one breakfast morning,( but she seemed to be only staff serving, and it was very busy)

Review 86：staff friendly, lovely location, good value

Review 87：The meal was poor and it's not that the restaurant was busy as it wasn't. The room was not that nice and not what we expected for the price we paid, there was a damp stain on the ceiling, wallpaper was falling off at one side of the room, the guest that had the room before us had left their coffee decanter in the room so obviously they didn't want that room either and were moved. We were not asked on leaving or at any point if our stay was ok or if we had any issues. We didn't complain as we didn't want to spoil our wk end away.

Review 88：The gentleman that served in the bar and at breakfast as he was so nice and full of energy.

Review 89：Room could do with a wee update, it didn't look like the room on website. The female version of Basil Faulty served breakfast, it was hilarious.

Review 90：Convenient location for us, clean a very good breakfast. Didn't spend much time in hotel was just a bed for the night.

Review 91：Maybe a little faded in decor but it is an old building and would cost a fortune to bring up to date and then we would be complaining about the price!

Review 92：The Staff were kind and obliging and the food was lovely. One of the Barmen was exceptionally kind to me when I was upset. The bar was busy and the atmosphere was lovely. A really nice place to stay.

Review 93：Non service in attached inn - we walked out. Older lady serving breakfast was rude, unhelpful and miserable!

Review 94：The location was fantastic. Comfy rooms, good breakfast facilities. Young woman serving breakfast was very cheery, polite and helpful.

Review 95：11am check out

Review 96：Staff

Review 97：The room was unbearably hot

Review 98：Dunkeld is lovely and the hotel is in a good location

Review 99：The hotel and deor is aged

Review 100：Warm and welcoming staff, excellent food and spacious rooms. Overall very satisfying experience.

Review 101：Liked the location and the styling of the hotel

Review 102：Very comfortable king size bed. Room spotlessly clean

Review 103：Comfortable, and I'd stay there again. Ideally located for the station and with a bus stop outside.

Review 104：Bedrooms and public rooms in need of refurbishment.

Review 105：Good breakfast

Review 106：Excellent breakfast.

Review 107：Breakfast was excellent.

Review 108：Nothing negative to say

Review 109：Liked choice of two restaurants.

Review 110：It's a bit tired and run down and not particularly clean.

Review 111：Grand old building with lots of character

Review 112：Toilet didn't flush. Poor shower. Grubby. Breakfast poor, small portion and bland

Review 113：Un prepared room, no towels no cot. Room cold. No food on offer when we arrived.

Review 114：Location. Big room. clean.

Review 115：Rooms were not clean Beds were not comfortable

Review 116：Food was good in the separate restraunt

Review 117：Decor was tired. Room was dire. Breakfast was appalling.

Review 118：Not much

Review 119：Friendly staff, quiet location.

Review 120：All good. Met our needs.

Review 121：Breakfast

Review 122：My comfy bed and room.

Review 123：Friendly staff

Review 124：Decor

Review 125：Staff and location

Review 126：Loved the giant trees on the trail behind the hotel

Review 127：Room

Review 128：Bed breakfast

Review 129：Nothing specific, it is good value, just needs a lot of investment to a great old building

Review 130：Lovely lady serving breakfast

Review 131：Loved the resturant the food was excellent

Review 132：Food excellent and rooms very comfortable.