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About the Hotel

Uphall, Uphall, United Kingdom, EH52 6JS

Macdonald Houstoun House stands as a 4-star country hotel retreat amid 9 hectares of beautiful woodland. The hotel features extensive leisure facilities, including a Vital Health & Wellbeing Club and Spa, as well as a Tower Restaurant serving traditional Scottish dishes with a modern twist. With a Booking.com rating of 8.0/10, it offers a mix of luxury and historic charm.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Macdonald Houstoun House reflect historic character, with 73 accommodations that include feature bedrooms in the 16th-century tower. Each room provides essential amenities, such as unlimited Wi-Fi and luxury ELEMIS toiletries, ensuring guests have a comfortable stay. Accessible Rooms offer additional space suitable for wheelchair access.

Dining & Events

Dining options include the Tower Restaurant, which features seasonal dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Guests are invited to unwind at the cosy Vaulted Bar, set in the hotel's historic cellars, where afternoon tea is a popular treat. A three-course wedding breakfast with wine options is available for private events.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers a comprehensive spa experience through the Vital Health & Wellbeing Club, featuring a swimming pool and gym equipped with Life Fitness equipment. ELEMIS treatments are available for those seeking relaxation. Events such as corporate meetings are supported by multiple elegant function suites, accommodating up to 400 attendees.

Accessibility & Local Attractions

Macdonald Houstoun House is pet-friendly, welcoming well-behaved dogs with provisions for comfort, such as dog bowls and treats. The hotel provides easy access to outdoor activities, including golfing at the nearby Uphall Golf Course. Key attractions, including Edinburgh, are just a 15 km drive away.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

305 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Deluxe Room

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2 persons

305 sq. feet

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1 Double bed

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Double Room Disability Access

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2 persons

305 sq. feet

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Uphall3000 ft

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 8.0 mi

Glasgow (GLA) 41.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop 4.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Excellent Spa Experience

“I indulged in a fantastic spa massage and facial during my stay, which were both great. The health club facilities, like the swimming pool, sauna, and steam room, provided a truly relaxing experience. I couldn’t have asked for better ways to unwind.” view full review

Excellent Dinner and Breakfast

“Dinner in the tower restaurant was absolutely amazing, with beautifully presented dishes that were among the best vegetarian meals I've ever had. The breakfast was also excellent, featuring a great variety of options that kept me energized for the day ahead.” view full review

Spacious and Comfortable Room

“My family room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. I appreciated the thoughtful amenities like a chilled bottle of Prosecco and a nice selection of teas and coffees that made my stay extra special.” view full review

Great Gym and Pool

“I found the gym and pool facilities to be really nice during my visit. They were well-equipped and maintained, providing a great environment for keeping fit even while away from home.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Tennis court
Golf course
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Uphall, Uphall, United Kingdom, EH52 6JS

Map view

Uphall, Uphall, United Kingdom, EH52 6JS

City landmarks

Golf Course

Uphall Golf Club

3100 ft

Binny Craig

2700 ft

82 Thomson Ct

Strathbrock Parish Church of Scotland

2700 ft

B8046 Ecclesmachan

St Machan Church

2900 ft

Ecclesmachan Rd Binnie's Plants Nursery

The National Bonsai Collection Of Scotland

3800 ft

Zoo

Almond Valley Heritage Trust

3.0 mi

NORgate

4100 ft

Above and Below

5000 ft

Church

Broxburn Baptist Church

1.0 mi

Livingston Incident

1.2 mi

Knightsridge Parish Church

1.2 mi

Thule

1.3 mi

Public Building

The Strathbrock Partnership

1.3 mi

Golf Course

Pumpherston Golf Club

1.7 mi

Venus

1.3 mi

Mercury

1.3 mi

Golf Course

Deer Park Golf and Country Club

1.4 mi

Mars

1.4 mi

Dechmont Law

1.6 mi

St Machan

1.5 mi

Jupiter

1.6 mi

Oasis Christian Centre

1.7 mi

Angel

1.7 mi

Livingston Ecumenical Parish

1.7 mi

SS John Cantius and Nicholas

1.7 mi

34 West Main Street

St John Cantius & St Nicholas Catholic Church

1.7 mi

1 Craigshill E Rd

Livingston Central Mosque

1.8 mi

Greyfriars Church Edinburgh

2.2 mi

A89

Broxburn Viaduct

1.8 mi

Nearby

Houston Farm Riding School

2100 ft

82 Thomson Ct

Strathbrock Parish Church of Scotland

2700 ft

B8046 Ecclesmachan

St Machan Church

3000 ft

Ecclesmachan Rd Binnie's Plants Nursery

The National Bonsai Collection Of Scotland

3200 ft

Restaurants

Williamson's Garden Centre & Coffee Shop

4700 ft

Williamsons Garden Centre & Coffee Shop Beechwood Nurseries

Chenzo's Restaurant

2600 ft

46-48 West Main Street

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

70%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

7.2

Location

7.6

Service

5.8

Dining

5.2

Connor

United Kingdom, February 2025

8.4/10

I had a wonderful experience at this hotel, which has lovely rooms and fantastic breakfast options. The staff were incredibly professional and went out of their way to make me feel valued. However, the location might be a bit remote for some, and I did find the chairs in the bar area to be quite worn out. Overall, it was a great stay and I look forward to my next visit!

Rooms

8.0

I stayed in an Executive King room that was extremely clean and comfortable, although I wish the heating could have been a bit better.

Service

10.0

The service was top-notch; the staff were efficient and genuinely friendly, ready to help with any queries I had.

Location

7.0

The hotel is somewhat remote, which required me to rely on taxis for getting around, but it is peaceful and away from the hustle and bustle.

Dining

8.0

The breakfast was absolutely delightful, with a great selection, but I did find the dining schedule frustrating as it was hard to get a preferred booking time.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were well maintained; I particularly enjoyed the pool area and the beautiful hotel grounds.

Camila

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.6/10

The hotel was visually stunning and offered spacious rooms, but my experience was marred by the service. I appreciated the beautiful facilities and the comfortable accommodations, yet I often felt overlooked during my stay. While the dining options were delicious, the service in the restaurant could really use some improvement. Overall, a great hotel with potential, but service needs to be more attentive.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious, clean, and had all the essentials. However, it was quite cold, with the radiator being ineffective if the curtains were closed due to the bright security light outside.

Service

5.0

Service was inconsistent; at times I felt completely ignored, whether waiting for breakfast or trying to access facilities.

Location

6.0

The hotel is fairly isolated, requiring taxis to get to nearby attractions, but it was a peaceful setting.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a mixed experience; food was good, but waiting times were frustrating, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had beautiful facilities, including a gym and a pool, but navigating them could be confusing.

Juliet

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.2/10

I was really looking forward to my stay at this hotel, but it turned out to be quite disappointing. While the room was spacious and comfortable, the issues with noise from the boiler room were frustrating. The service had its ups and downs, with some staff being incredibly apologetic yet unable to fully resolve the issues we faced. The dining experience was a mixed bag; while the food was tasty, the portion sizes left a lot to be desired. Overall, it's a place with potential, but my expectations were not met this time.

Rooms

7.0

The room was lovely and spacious, but unfortunately, it was right next to the boiler room, leading to significant noise disturbances.

Service

5.0

The service varied; some staff tried hard to help, while others seemed overwhelmed with issues.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located for exploring nearby attractions, but the noise from other guests in the area was bothersome.

Dining

6.0

The meals were enjoyable, but the portion sizes were quite small, which didn't match the prices.

Facilities

5.0

While the hotel had nice amenities, the issues with hot water and noise detracted from enjoying them fully.

Robin

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.8/10

I recently stayed at this hotel for a spa break, and while the ambiance and room comfort were lovely, the service and dining experiences left much to be desired. The hotel is beautifully decorated and has a clean pool area, but disorganization in service during both dinner and breakfast was a significant downside. Overall, it felt like there were some serious staffing issues that affected our stay.

Rooms

7.0

The room was beautifully decorated and very comfortable, but we experienced issues with the water temperature and pressure during our stay.

Service

5.0

The staff was friendly and seemed to be trying their best, but the chaotic service during meal times and checkout process hindered our experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel is set in lovely grounds which enhance the overall atmosphere, though some areas felt a bit stuffy.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing due to slow service and mixed-up orders during breakfast, despite the food being tasty when it finally arrived.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area was nice and well-maintained, though it could benefit from a jacuzzi.

Elijah

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was quite mixed. The setting is beautiful, nestled away in the woodland, making it a serene retreat. The spa and pool facilities are definitely highlights, providing a great ambiance for relaxation. However, my dining experience left a lot to be desired, as the restaurant service was noticeably poor, overshadowing the overall experience. Despite some drawbacks, the value for money for the room and amenities provided was fair.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was spacious and clean, featuring a large bed. However, I found the twin beds pushed together awkward, as they tended to separate throughout the night, disrupting my sleep.

Service

5.0

While there were moments of excellent service from the reception staff, my dining experience was disappointing due to understaffing in the restaurant, leading to long waits and unprofessional behavior.

Location

9.0

The hotel is set in a secluded area surrounded by trees, making it quite peaceful and lovely for a getaway. It's also conveniently located for exploring nearby attractions.

Dining

5.0

The restaurant service was poorly managed, leading to long wait times and several service errors, which dampened the overall dining experience for me.

Facilities

9.0

The spa and pool facilities were fantastic, providing a perfect environment for relaxation and wellness.