The Merryburn
The Merryburn descritpion
The Merryburn is a few minutes' walk from Dunkeld and Birnam Railway Station at the gateway to the Highlands and is a listed Victorian building.
The beautifully appointed rooms are available for individual or party bookings and children and dogs are most welcome. If you are planning a holiday, romantic break or family gathering, this is the ideal spot.
Renowned for Salmon & Trout fishing on the river Tay, championship Golf Courses nearby and stunning walks within easy reach.
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Facilities of The Merryburn
Outdoors ：Grounds
Pets ：Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services ：Packed Lunches | Baggage Storage | Shared Lounge/TV Area | Meeting/Banquet Facilities | Fax/Photocopying
General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private) | Designated Smoking Area
Reviews for The Merryburn
Review 1：the location was great and the hotel was very clean and homely, the owner went out her way to be kind and helpful and we will definitely return again.
Review 2：The actual hotel itself I thought was ordinary and a bit old fashioned in décor. The price for this type of hotel in my view was very high
Review 3：It is based in a lovely area with lots of interesting things to do locally
Review 4：On arrival hotel looked closed, front door open but no reception staff around for check in, just a room number written up with name and note to say keys in the door. Only saw a member of staff when checking out, was not asked how our stay etc was.
Review 5：Not far to walk into Dunkeld for night life.
Review 6：the only bad thing was there wasn't enough milk cartons and there were a few stains inside the crockery! but other than that, the stay was faultless!
Review 7：I loved the location and it was easy for my partner to get to work, as he works about 30 seconds away from this hotel! I loved the little touches in the room - mainly the fake bouquet of flowers on top of the bed, really put a smile on my face ? you get exactly what you pay for - dunkeld and birnam is absolutely stunning... views of the river tay and the hilltops and dunkeld cathedral!
Review 8：It's the highlands in November so it rained for a bit. Still fantastic.
Review 9：Everything, lovely place, great breakfast and amazing welcome. Will be going back.
Review 10：Advertises as a hotel but it's not. I would probably have booked a B&B if I had known what the facilities here were. No staff on site overnight. Our first night my son and I were the only people in the building and the front door had been left open for us as we were returning just after midnight after meeting friends . Did not feel secure. The interior common areas are gloomy and need work which in fairness is being planned. The price we were charged was I felt too much for the overall experience. We had stayed in a 4 star hotel in Spain the week before and payed half the price for half board so the contrast was very obvious. There is huge potential for elevating the standard of the interiors of this lovely old building in a great location and I do hope planned works go ahead
Review 11：Owner very friendly Breakfast good . Room nicely decorated spacious and warm
Review 12：The single accommodation it is not often you can get this without paying a big supplement. Hilary could not have been more helpful and the choices for breakfast was wonderful. I will certainly use them again.
Review 13：We found a spider in our bed which was scary for my fiancee as she is petrified of them and she had to sleep with the light on.
Review 14：Our stay felt very welcoming and the service was amazing.
Review 15：Perfect location, excellent breakfast, we were made to feel very welcome and hope to return sometime as "old friends". The Birnam and Dunkeld area is outstandingly beautiful.
Review 16：This is a good option if you are on a budget and looking for something a step above a hostel.
Review 17：The location couldn't be better. The breakfast was excellent.
Review 18：No bath towel or hair dryer, though if I arrived earlier I could have asked and probably would've got them. Bed wasn't the comfiest, will need replaced soon.
Review 19：Hotel staff were lovely. They accommodated my late arrival and early check out. Straight off A9 and parking outside so very easy if you drive. Nice rooms, clean and plenty of tea/coffee.
Review 20：Very poor condition & in need of a clean up and renovation - wallpaper peeling, poor shower pressure, wife available but too slow to use.
Review 21：Friendly staff and great location
Review 22：Noisy bathroom door opposite our room (for the bedroom which didn't have en-suite), which woke us up every time the bathroom was used during the night!
Review 23：Very warm welcome, nothing too much trouble
Review 24：The Cellar Bar was not open or bar meals available due to ownersaccident.
Review 25：Very tastie breakfast and good friendly service by Jade. Well done onholding the fort whilst owner was layed up due to accident. Goodlocation in Birnham easy walking distance of hotels in Dunkeld. Lots ofwalking paths in the area.
Review 26：Entrance hall and stairs have not yet been refurbished giving a less good first impression.
Review 27：Lovely room and views and very good service from Hilary, the owner.
Review 28：No bad points, needs a wee upgrade in parts but that is in the pipeline.
Review 29：Very friendly, laidback hotel. Comfy bed, great shower and dog made welcome. Nothing a bother to the owner, very pleasant. Would stay again.
Review 30：Even though it was July when we visited, it was pretty cool first thing in the morning and later in the evening. We did try to turn the radiator on but nothing happened, but should have mentioned it and I’m sure it would have been fixed. The bathroom was on the small side, but was adequate, although the shower did not have much pressure so it wasn’t ideal.
Review 31：The breakfast was superb and Hilary couldn't have been friendlier or more helpful. The room was an adequate size and everything was clean and comfortable.
Review 32：Breakfast was pretty basic, not even porridge offered. I couldn't close the room door from the outside without slamming it waking up every living person on the floor. The lock needs attention there.
Review 33：Clean, nice and tidy place, very kind staff, fast wi-fi, great location.
Review 34：Horrible bed! Not very clean - there was someone else's dirty sock next to the bed
Review 35：The pub downstairs was awesome! Helpful staff - gave us ideas for the rest of the trip.
Review 36：The hotel was old and not to clean, it could surely use a total make-over. Maybe the hotel inspector could pay a visit here!
Review 37：The hostess was a friendly lady and the food she prepared was okay.
Review 38：Hallways a bit dated and dare I say dirty. Drawers in room impossible to use as jamed shut. Lovely view of bins in side street however dirty windows mainly obscured this view! Didn't want to stand on bedroom carpet with my bare feet.could be lovely but Def needs work!!
Review 39：Room looked like it had recently been done up to a fair standard of decoration. Bathroom clean and modern.
Review 40：The only downside was that we could hear the doors to the other rooms close as guests came in or left.
Review 41：We came for a weekend away and had a fantastic stay. The room was clean and bright, the bed comfy, and we could walk to the Art Centre within 2 minutes.
Review 42：Hilary the proprietor went out of her way to accommodate our every need ,including providing a separate bath for me as I suffer from arthritis and find that soothing.
Review 43：I ate too much!!!!y
Review 44：Owner, staff and customers, all extremely friendly. Fish from Arbroath great. Breakfasts first class. A very relaxing stay. Good centre for fishing people.
Review 45：A great place to stay. This is an old property with bags of character. My room was spotlessly clean and and extremely comfortable. Hilary, the owner was charming and helpful. Lovely breakfast. Great value for money. I will be back!
Review 46：The accommodation is a little tired and dated but is a fair value compared to other hotels we stayed at in Scotland.
Review 47：Great location at the right price. The host, Hillary, is full of local knowledge which she's anxious to share. If you like meeting and interacting with locals and other guests, this is a good place for it.
Review 48：Hotel requires some TLC. As Hilary said investment in the fabric is essential to keep the clients coming back. November 2015 is when the big make-over is due. We'll be back after that and look forward to being bowled over!
Review 49：It had changed quite a bit since 1968, but the atmosphere was the same. Friendly folk, peaceful town and great scenery
Review 50：Absolutely nothing!
Review 51：Lovely staff, could not be more helpful. Comfortable, quiet room. Good facilities. Fantastic breakfast. Great value for money. Will definitely be staying here again.
Review 52：Entrance to Hotel , external paintwork, corridors need some upgrading
Review 53：Hillary's welcome , generosity, and the good breakfast. Nice room,well-decorated, en suite good. Really comfy good-sized bed
Review 54：little bit of traffic noise from A9 but that is Birnam and can't be helped
Review 55：Good standard of room and breakfast , dog friendly at a more than fair price. We will be back.
Review 56：It was quiet, dark and comfortable, and I had better sleep than at the Hilton!! The staff were friendly and really knowledgeable and happy to share stories about the local area. Breakfast was delicious, and the whole stay was very delicious and great value for money.
Review 57：Traditionally simple Scottish hospitality. 'Ask and it shall be given' a very good base for exploring Scotland's finest. You will be well provided for here.
Review 58：Entrance decor is a bit tired but the are doing their best to prove so don't put this off. Still excellent value
Review 59：Staff made you feel very welcome. It's value for money so excellent for cheap weekend away. If you ask for anything nothing is a problem we had a great night in cellar bar with the locals.
Review 60：Lovely room and delicious breakfast. Very warm and friendly place to stay.
Review 61：Enjoyed would have liked to stay longer but other appointments. So sorry to hear you are not continuing would have passed it on as a very good BB
Review 62：I loved my stay; the room was very cozy, very close to the train station, clean and private. I hope to stay again soon.
Review 63：Prefer someone to be there on arrival
Review 64：Great location. Excellent breakfast. Very quiet.
Review 65：Very friendly and hospitable, conveniently located, good parking and reasonable price.
Review 66：Lovely and quiet hotel near Village and easy to travel by car
Review 67：there was no bathroom in the room
Review 68：Very relaxing and quiet
Review 69：All was good!
Review 70：Everything I needed for a night's stay whilst working in the area
Review 71：Immaculately clean, Great facility, large room, staff is very helpful.
Review 72：The host was very sociable & helpfull
Review 73：Old building with décor requiring some TLC
Review 74：Quiet location and no problem with staying with dog
Review 75：Everything!!!
Review 76：The decor is awful!!
Review 77：I loved the live music in the lounge!!
Review 78：accommodating at late arrival
Review 79：Welcoming host, comfortable room, hotel located right next to the Birnham Centre and has it's own small bar and dining room.
Review 80：Things were as expected
Review 81：Nothing
Review 82：Helpful manager and friendly service,quiet location, easy parking
Review 83：outside appearance on arrival. fusty smell at reception and stairway
Review 84：breakfast , nice walking area
Review 85：The Room was comfortable and the staff were polite and friendly. Ideal place to stay if your working away from home.
Review 86：The manager was very pleasant and gave me local information, including how to get on the Sustrans Cycle Route.
Review 87：Historical buildings & river. Great shops.
Review 88：The smallest TV we have ever seen
Review 89：Entrance to room side not very clear as went in restaurant door initially.
Review 90：Dog friendly Quiet location despite proximity to A9
Review 91：not the comfiest of beds but certainly did not put me off
Review 92：the actual building and location is superb and the breakfast and service is excellent
Review 93：Bathroom could have been cleaner, some noise carried from other rooms-not good for light sleepers.
Review 94：Good location, friendly staff
Review 95：bathroom could be better
Review 96：nice relaxed atmosphere and comfy bed
Review 97：Proprietor was so helpful.
Review 98：where to start rooms beautifully decorated food amazing breakfast and evening meals Hillary is a wonderful person makes you feel like familay
Review 99：The staff were excellent and very friendly. No request was a problem.
Review 100：Room and Breakfast
Review 101：Freedom to come and go
Review 102：General ambiance
Review 103：No wifi and lack of info from staff which were not present
Review 104：Very easy to check in
Review 105：There wasnt anything we didnt like.
Review 106：We liked the informal, relaxed atmosphere of the hotel.
Review 107：Friendliness of staff Location Value for money
Review 108：There was no wifi signal in my bedroom
Review 109：The room was warm, clean and comfortable and the staff were extremely helpful and welcoming.