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Thainstone House

Inverurie , Inverurie (Show on Map)

8.0

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThainstone House is a beautiful country house hotel conveniently located close to the A96 to Aberdeen, making it an ideal location for those visiting Scotland. Guests praised the stunning location and beautiful mansion on a hill, which provided lovely views. The hotel offers exceptional breakfast options with a wide range of choices to suit all tastes, although some guests noted issues with service and pricing. The restaurant serves exceptional food with a great selection on the menu, although some guests found it overpriced or boring. The rooms range from gorgeous to tired and in need of modernizing, but all offer a cosy feel on a cold evening. While some guests noted issues with cleanliness, the pool and spa area were particularly praised for their cleanliness. The staff team was exceptional with guests consistently reporting how lovely, friendly and helpful they were throughout the hotel. Thainstone House is a must-visit for those looking for a touch of historic charm with a sense of authenticity and traditional décor. The hotel is also dog-friendly, providing plenty of amenities and services for furry friends. Overall, Thainstone House provides a comfortable and relaxing stay with some minor issues that can be overlooked due to the exceptional service and beautiful location.
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Historic Country House

Dog Friendly Country House

Romantic Country House

Country House with Swimming Pool

Heated Pool Indoor Pool

Accessible Country House

4-Star Country House

Country House with Indoor Pool

Country House with Heated Pool

Room Types

Double Room Each en-suite room boasts satellite TV and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Executive Double Room Each en-suite room boasts satellite TV and tea/coffee-making facilities.

King Room Each en-suite boasts satellite TV and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Deluxe King Room The spacious double room offers a seating area, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.

Superior King Room The spacious double room provides a seating area, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe King Room The double room features a seating area, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This double room offers heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Small Double Room The unit has 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Location

Thainstone House is a stunning country house hotel, conveniently situated close to the A96 to Aberdeen, making it the perfect location for those visiting Scotland. Guests praised the location, which was lovely and beautiful and the mansion on a hill made for lovely views. The grounds provided a pleasant area for walking or sitting in with some describing them as perfect or even stunning. Some guests used Thainstone House as a base for exploring the surrounding area, including parks and lochs. Others found the location ideal for their specific needs with one guest commenting that it was the perfect location for the end of their trip. Overall, guests were impressed with the location and house, describing it as excellent, fabulous and lovely.

Breakfast

Thainstone House offers exceptional breakfast options with a wide range of choices to suit all tastes. Guests with allergies can also enjoy the breakfast as the hotel caters to special requests. The food quality is excellent and freshly cooked with many guests describing it as amazing and fantastic. However, some guests noted that dishes were left on the table and that there were no candles or flowers for a more intimate experience. Despite this, the breakfast selection was brilliant and the menu had a lot of options to choose from including the lobster benedict. Some guests did mention that the cooked breakfast was not served hot enough and that the breakfast seemed slightly pricey. The service was also a concern for some, as they felt it was rather chaotic although staff was very pleasant. Nevertheless, Thainstone House has an excellent reputation for both dinner and breakfast quality, giving you more reason to stay and dine at the hotel.

Dinner

Thainstone House's restaurant is locally sourced and serves exceptional food with a great selection on the menu. While some guests found the dinner to be overpriced or boring, many praised the quality of the ingredients and the delicious salmon and rib eye steak. However, some had negative experiences with slow service or small/tasteless portions. The restaurant's music was also criticized for being too loud and not to everyone's taste. Some guests recommended trying other dining options, such as Cafe Tabu. Despite some mixed reviews, most guests had a fantastic meal and enjoyed the bon petit déjeuner. Breakfast was a completely opposite experience to dinner with lovely food and fab staff. Overall, while the dinner service had some flaws, Thainstone House's restaurant produced superb evening meals for many guests.

Rooms

Thainstone House is a beautiful manor offering lovely rooms with authentic decor. While some guests found the rooms to be small, others described them as spacious and welcoming. Some guests did encounter issues such as dead bugs, mould and worn towels, but overall the rooms are clean and comfortable with interesting paintings and prints on the walls. Although the hotel is in need of refreshing and deep cleaning, the rooms are equipped with free tea, coffee and snacks. Some rooms can be noisy due to thin walls and creaky floorboards, but the staff is lovely and accommodating. Overall, the rooms at Thainstone House range from gorgeous to tired and in need of more modernizing, but they all offer a cosy feel on a cold evening.

Beds

Guests have mixed opinions on Thainstone House's beds with some finding them uncomfortable and others exceptionally comfortable. Some guests also had issues with the toilet flush, while others found the showers to be excellent. The quality of pillows also received mixed reviews with some finding them lumpy and uncomfortable. However, most guests agreed that the rooms were clean and comfortable with some describing them as nicely done. Despite some criticisms, many guests still had a great night's sleep on the comfortable mattresses with some even describing the beds as huge and superb. Overall, Thainstone House provides a clean and comfortable stay, though improvements could be made to the beds and pillows.

Cleanliness

Thainstone House is a mixed bag when it comes to cleanliness. While some guests noted dirty carpets, unclean bathrooms and poor housekeeping, others found the hotel to be very clean and well-maintained. The pool and spa area were particularly praised for their cleanliness. Some guests mentioned specific issues like mouldy bathrooms, discoloured tiles and peeling ceilings that needed attention. Despite these drawbacks, many found the rooms to be comfortable and the beds clean. Overall, while some updates and a deep clean may be needed, Thainstone House can still provide a clean and relaxing stay.

Staff

Thainstone House is a beautiful hotel with an exceptional staff team. Guests have consistently reported how lovely, friendly, smiling and helpful the staff are throughout the hotel, going above and beyond to make sure their guests feel welcome and comfortable. Some guests had negative experiences with certain members of staff, but overall, the positive reviews far outweigh the negatives. The reception staff in particular were praised for their professionalism and helpfulness. While some staff were inexperienced, most were well-trained and motivated to provide excellent service. Guests were very happy with the service they received overall and many commented on the exceptional service they received from specific staff members. Despite some minor issues with staff training, guests felt that the overall experience was a positive one thanks to the wonderful team of people working at Thainstone House.

Pool

Thainstone House hotel boasts excellent pool facilities that guests have described as lovely, amazing and gorgeous with great temperatures perfect for swimming and a jacuzzi that's amazing. The pool and spa are kept very clean and well-maintained, making it easy for guests to relax and enjoy the leisure facilities. In addition to the indoor swimming pool, there is an outdoor hot tub that guests can use and a sauna to help relieve the stress of the day. While some reviews mentioned that the pool and facilities can get busy, even during less popular times, guests still appreciated having access to a nice pool that was easily accessible, even as non-guests occasionally joined the crowd. Some guests found the pool a little tired, while others recommend booking your time in advance for added convenience. Despite dated changing areas, guests still recommend the pool and spa as good and say the facilities are adequate for a 4* hotel.

Historic

Thainstone House is a must-visit for those looking for a touch of historic charm. With a sense of historical prowess, the hotel oozes old world charm and traditional décor with a Scottish theme, making it feel like being a guest of a rich Scottish laird. The hotel's architecture, old black and white photographs and décor reflect the history of the house, making visitors feel like they have stepped back in time. The beautiful mansion and grounds transport guests to another era with a charming and imposing presence. The location and setting of the hotel, renowned for its classic British style, are perfect for those looking for a cozy estate hotel experience. With a sense of authenticity, Thainstone House is a lovely historic building, perfect for visitors who appreciate characterful accommodation.

Dog Friendly

Thainstone House is a lovely hotel that caters to dog owners, providing plenty of amenities and services for furry friends. Dogs are welcome in the bar area and even get their own treats and water bowls. However, it's important to note that guests should inform the hotel if they are bringing a pet to avoid any issues with keeping them in a room next to other guests. While some reviewers did experience issues with charges for their dogs, overall Thainstone House is considered a dog-friendly hotel with great settings and areas for walks. Despite some minor concerns like overflowing dog waste bins, it's nice to see dogs about and be able to bring your furry family member along for your stay.

Yes, Thainstone House has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Thainstone House.

Yes, Thainstone House welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Thainstone House.

No, Thainstone House doesn't have a gym.

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