Longforgan Coaching Inn
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Summary of reviewsLongforgan Coaching Inn, nestled in a quaint village just outside Dundee, offers a serene escape with convenient access to Dundee and Perth. The historic inn's strategic location is appreciated by travelers, providing both tranquility and easy connectivity to main roads and urban amenities.
Guests consistently praise its hearty, high-quality breakfast, particularly the full British breakfast, along with its superb dining experience. The inn’s dinners, notably well-prepared and reasonably priced, complement the dining appeal. The bar's friendly service and excellent meals, like the standout pork loin in garlic butter, add to the overall satisfaction.
Accommodations at the Longforgan Coaching Inn are practical with a particular appeal for those traveling with pets due to its dog-friendly amenities. Rooms vary in size and comfort, offering essential facilities, though they are noted to be somewhat dated and in need of refreshment. Cleanliness is generally reported as satisfactory with clean towels and bedding being highlights, though some areas require more thorough attention.
The inn's standout feature is its friendly and helpful staff, highly praised for their exceptional service and welcoming demeanor, enhancing the overall guest experience and atmosphere. While the beds receive mixed reviews—some find them comfortable and big, while others mention issues with comfort and maintenance—the inn remains a comfortable choice for short stays.
The pet-friendly policy and the lovely village setting with nearby parks for walks make Longforgan Coaching Inn a favored option for dog owners. Despite some areas needing updates, the inn’s combination of a scenic, quiet location, excellent food, accommodating pet policies and amiable staff make it a delightful destination for travelers.
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Guests consistently praise its hearty, high-quality breakfast, particularly the full British breakfast, along with its superb dining experience. The inn’s dinners, notably well-prepared and reasonably priced, complement the dining appeal. The bar's friendly service and excellent meals, like the standout pork loin in garlic butter, add to the overall satisfaction.
Accommodations at the Longforgan Coaching Inn are practical with a particular appeal for those traveling with pets due to its dog-friendly amenities. Rooms vary in size and comfort, offering essential facilities, though they are noted to be somewhat dated and in need of refreshment. Cleanliness is generally reported as satisfactory with clean towels and bedding being highlights, though some areas require more thorough attention.
The inn's standout feature is its friendly and helpful staff, highly praised for their exceptional service and welcoming demeanor, enhancing the overall guest experience and atmosphere. While the beds receive mixed reviews—some find them comfortable and big, while others mention issues with comfort and maintenance—the inn remains a comfortable choice for short stays.
The pet-friendly policy and the lovely village setting with nearby parks for walks make Longforgan Coaching Inn a favored option for dog owners. Despite some areas needing updates, the inn’s combination of a scenic, quiet location, excellent food, accommodating pet policies and amiable staff make it a delightful destination for travelers.
Dog Friendly Hotel
This inn is dog-friendly. The location outside of Dundee provides a quieter, more rural setting, which can be ideal for dogs that prefer a less urban environment.
Accessible Hotel
This inn offers a fully fitted disabled suite and ground floor bedrooms for ease of access. It provides level access to all public areas including the dining room, bar, and reception. Accessible parking and a wet room or level entry shower are available, making it suitable for visitors with limited mobility.
Small Hotel
This inn provides a historic and cozy atmosphere with comfortable accommodations. Its location offers a charming and intimate experience for guests seeking a relaxing getaway.
3-Star Hotel
Located in Longforgan, near Dundee, this inn offers a restaurant and bar. The staff are friendly, and guests appreciate the good food and reasonable prices.
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Guest Reviews
Situated just outside the bustling city of Dundee, Longforgan Coaching Inn offers a serene escape in a charming village setting. This historic inn is perfectly positioned for those visiting Dundee or Perth, both of which are conveniently reachable within a short drive. Guests frequently praise its peaceful ambiance, making it an ideal retreat from the city's hustle and bustle while still being close enough for easy access to urban amenities and work commitments.
Travelers appreciate its strategic location, whether they're heading north or weaving through Scotland from Dundee to Glasgow. The inn's surrounding village is described as lovely and quaint, providing a picturesque backdrop for a relaxed stay. Guests also find the inn's easy accessibility and proximity to main roads a significant advantage.
For visitors with specific needs, the inn's location proves advantageous, offering convenience for events, work-related trips and sight-seeing excursions to local places of historic interest. The dog-friendly policy adds an extra layer of appeal for pet owners.
In addition to its prime location, the inn offers the added benefit of a quiet, peaceful environment, complemented by pleasant staff and comfortable accommodations. Whether one is passing through or planning to explore the nearby cities, Longforgan Coaching Inn routes guests to both tranquility and convenience.
Visitors to the Longforgan Coaching Inn consistently praise the breakfast offerings, highlighting its high quality and excellent value for money. Guests often describe the breakfast as substantial, hearty and delicious, catering well to both vegetarians and those seeking a traditional British breakfast. The full breakfast option comes particularly recommended. Many reviews emphasize the amazing taste and superb quality of the morning meal, marking it as one of the best experiences offered. Despite a couple of mentions of basic breakfast, the general consensus paints a picture of flavorful and satisfying food. The friendly staff and charming atmosphere of the old building further enhance the dining experience, making the Longforgan Coaching Inn a standout for its culinary delights.
Longforgan Coaching Inn has garnered a host of positive reviews for its dining experience. Guests consistently praised the delicious food, noting its excellent quality and reasonable pricing. The great value and comforting home-cooked meals were appreciated with a special mention for the pork loin in garlic butter. The bar also received accolades, particularly for its superb food and friendly staff, which enhanced the overall dining experience. Whether opting for an evening meal or breakfast, diners found their meals to be well-presented and satisfying. Clean and comfortable surroundings added to the pleasant atmosphere, making dining at the inn a delightful experience.
Longforgan Coaching Inn offers a practical and comfortable stay, especially suited for those traveling with pets, as it provides dog-friendly amenities and ground floor rooms that ease dog walking. The rooms vary in size with some being spacious and others more compact. Guests found the rooms clean and the beds generally comfortable, although some mentioned that the beds were firm or made up of two singles pushed together.
While the inn's decor is a bit dated, many found it clean and suitable for short stays. The rooms, although somewhat tired and in need of a refresh, provide basic but adequate facilities. The larger rooms even feature amenities such as soaking tubs. Noise was not an issue with guests noting that it quieted down after 9 PM. Overall, the accommodation was considered good value for money, despite the need for better room isolation and some updates in decor.
Travelers with a stay at the Longforgan Coaching Inn have shared varied experiences about the hotel's beds. Many guests praised the comfort of the beds, describing them as comfortable, very comfortable and even really big and spacious, often highlighting the fresh linen. Some found the beds to be firm, which they quite liked, while others remarked on the softness, which they found satisfactory despite personal preferences for firmer mattresses.
However, not all feedback was positive. A number of guests noted issues with the mattresses, mentioning that they were completely worn out, hard, lumpy or had no spring left. Some beds were described as broken with springs coming through and overall, certain reviews flagged the beds as very uncomfortable, impacting sleep quality. Despite mixed reviews, the beds and showers received commendations from some guests, attesting to an otherwise pleasant stay.
In summary, while some guests had positive experiences with the comfort and size of the beds at Longforgan Coaching Inn, others faced significant issues, indicating a need for mattress replacement and maintenance.
Guest reviews of 'Longforgan Coaching Inn' present a mixed picture regarding the cleanliness of the hotel. On the positive side, many appreciated the clean and tidy rooms, stating that they were comfortable, spacious and immaculate. Guests highlighted clean towels and bedding as well. Some felt the room cleanliness was satisfactory, though marred by old decor that made the rooms feel less fresh.
However, there were several criticisms pointing out that some rooms and areas were not maintained to a high standard. Issues such as dirty cups, unemptied bins, stained sheets and filthy windows were mentioned. Some guests noted the carpets had seen better days and that the bathroom tiles and decor were in need of a refresh. The presence of cigarette smoke odor and general untidiness were also areas of concern.
In summary, while some guests were satisfied with the cleanliness, others felt it required more attention, particularly in terms of deep cleaning and updating the decor to enhance the overall ambiance of the rooms.
The staff at the Longforgan Coaching Inn have garnered high praise from guests with an overwhelming consensus highlighting their friendliness, helpfulness and exceptional service. The team is described as lovely, polite and supportive, ensuring that nothing is too much trouble for their guests. Visitors consistently mention how welcoming and accommodating the staff are, creating a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. The helpful nature of the staff extends beyond general service with guests noting their supportiveness and the exceptional quality of both the breakfast and evening food available in the pub. The landlord and entire team receive commendations for their efforts in making stays enjoyable and memorable.
Longforgan Coaching Inn stands out as a prime destination for dog owners looking to explore Dundee and Perth. Guests repeatedly praised the inn for its dog-friendly accommodations and welcoming staff who went out of their way to ensure an enjoyable stay for both humans and their furry companions. The village itself adds to the charm with a nearby park where dogs can roam and play, providing an excellent setting for leisurely walks. Despite a fee of £15 for a dog's stay per night, visitors found the inn's pet policies accommodating and suitable for their needs, making it a favored choice among dog lovers looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay.
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Travelers appreciate its strategic location, whether they're heading north or weaving through Scotland from Dundee to Glasgow. The inn's surrounding village is described as lovely and quaint, providing a picturesque backdrop for a relaxed stay. Guests also find the inn's easy accessibility and proximity to main roads a significant advantage.
For visitors with specific needs, the inn's location proves advantageous, offering convenience for events, work-related trips and sight-seeing excursions to local places of historic interest. The dog-friendly policy adds an extra layer of appeal for pet owners.
In addition to its prime location, the inn offers the added benefit of a quiet, peaceful environment, complemented by pleasant staff and comfortable accommodations. Whether one is passing through or planning to explore the nearby cities, Longforgan Coaching Inn routes guests to both tranquility and convenience.
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Rooms
While the inn's decor is a bit dated, many found it clean and suitable for short stays. The rooms, although somewhat tired and in need of a refresh, provide basic but adequate facilities. The larger rooms even feature amenities such as soaking tubs. Noise was not an issue with guests noting that it quieted down after 9 PM. Overall, the accommodation was considered good value for money, despite the need for better room isolation and some updates in decor.
Beds
However, not all feedback was positive. A number of guests noted issues with the mattresses, mentioning that they were completely worn out, hard, lumpy or had no spring left. Some beds were described as broken with springs coming through and overall, certain reviews flagged the beds as very uncomfortable, impacting sleep quality. Despite mixed reviews, the beds and showers received commendations from some guests, attesting to an otherwise pleasant stay.
In summary, while some guests had positive experiences with the comfort and size of the beds at Longforgan Coaching Inn, others faced significant issues, indicating a need for mattress replacement and maintenance.
Cleanliness
However, there were several criticisms pointing out that some rooms and areas were not maintained to a high standard. Issues such as dirty cups, unemptied bins, stained sheets and filthy windows were mentioned. Some guests noted the carpets had seen better days and that the bathroom tiles and decor were in need of a refresh. The presence of cigarette smoke odor and general untidiness were also areas of concern.
In summary, while some guests were satisfied with the cleanliness, others felt it required more attention, particularly in terms of deep cleaning and updating the decor to enhance the overall ambiance of the rooms.
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Dog Friendly
No, Longforgan Coaching Inn doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Longforgan Coaching Inn.
Yes, Longforgan Coaching Inn welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Longforgan Coaching Inn.
No, Longforgan Coaching Inn doesn't have a gym.
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