Glencoe House

Our stay during the fall offseason vastly exceeded our expectations. Delighted we could walk from the House to the Pap of Glencoe and Ballachulish, and got around readily using the local bus. We booked Suite 1 for views from window + hot tub, which was pristinely clean and at perfect temperature. Because not much else in the villages was open, we ate in our suite each evening, which turned out to be the right call because Sebastian and the kitchen crew prepared four-star food using hyperlocal ingredients, customized to our taste. We also had breakfast included in the rate which went beyond “Scottish” into smoothies and yogurt and local smoked salmon. We slept well in the firm comfy king bed with down pillows and coverlet. Appreciated the choice of hot and cold drinks available in the room. Was mildly disappointed that the room fireplaces were not usable, but got over it quickly. Highly recommend and would gladly come back.

What more can I say about this place that hasn’t been said already? Without a doubt, it is one of the best hotel experiences you can ever have. This was my second visit to Glencoe House and it was just as special as the first – and what a high bar to maintain. We stayed in Suite 1 and the antique décor is beautiful with plush sofas and stylings. You instantly feel relaxed and at home when you enter. Somehow it has an inherent cosy feeling mixed in with the finery. The room has luxuries such as a wine selection, full bar, and an amazing hot tub out the back. There is nothing – and I mean nothing – like sitting in the hot tub on a sunny day, taking in the gorgeous vista of the rugged highlands and Loch Leven. The food is also sublime, and dining is a very unique experience in the hotel. Breakfast and dinner are provided as in-room dining, so the amazing staff bring Michelin star quality food to your own personal dining table in your suite, which also happens to have an amazing view of the bay. Yes, the experience is as good as that sounds. The cooking staff are also so accommodating for gluten and dairy allergies, and were able to make special meal requests for my partner who is intolerant to both. And the bespoke dishes were lovely. If I had to try and name what is so special about Glencoe House compared to other hotels (because you only need to read all the reviews to see that it definitely is special), I think it’s that the experience feels more like a chilled-out luxury retreat than a hotel stay. Everything is brought to you, everything is done for you, everything is available to you in your room, everything is comfort. All you have to do is eat, drink, relax in the hot tub, go for stunning walks in the grounds, and enjoy the tranquillity. Trust me, within minutes of entering your hotel room, you’ll find your inner zen. I’ve never felt so relaxed so quickly in any stay I’ve had anywhere. So, if a chilled-out luxury experience of the highest quality is what you want … this is the place for you. No discussion.