Glenfinnan House Hotel

A rolling lawn meets the shore of Loch Shiel where Glenfinnan House Hotel stands in its unique position across the bay from the National Trust for Scotland monument to Prince Charles Edward Stuart. Beyond the monument Ben Nevis is visible, the UK’s highest mountain, while a 10-minute walk away through the red deer dotted Glenfinnan Estate, is the famous Glenfinnan viaduct railway bridge which was used in scenes from various Harry Potter films. This Scottish country house is a fine stone mansion dating from 1755.

Attractive public rooms include a comfortable drawing room, a beautifully appointed dining room and a welcoming bar where traditional music is often heard. Manja and Duncan Gibson are the resident managers who will welcome you into the delightful hall, where a log fire blazes. Along pine-panelled walls hang an atmospheric collection of paintings including an impressive portrayal of the 1745 Jacobite Rising at Glenfinnan.

The charming bedrooms, many with a stunning loch view, some with a garden view, are furnished with solid, mahogany and oak furniture. We have installed spa baths in the garden view rooms so that those without a loch view have an extra special treat. There are quality drapes and fabrics throughout and the décor and original fittings suggest complete relaxation. Accordingly, there are no televisions or telephones in the rooms: it really is like staying in a private house.

There is a choice of rooms from the spacious Jacobite super king four-poster bedroom, superior four poster rooms, double rooms, twin rooms, family rooms and family suites. All are ensuite and most have magnificent views of the mountains and lochs.

As befits a stay at a traditional Highland home, good food and drink (even music) is the order of the day. Our traditional dining room with views to Glenfinnan Monument serves an á la carte menu while our popular bar serves quality homely pub grub. Duncan’s classic French training shines through in his dishes. He particularly enjoys creating specialty signature dishes using local produce such as Venison, wild mushrooms, scallops, langoustines and fish from the local fishmonger. Later enjoy a dram or coffee in the Drawing room, hall or the cosy bar.

The hotel is pet friendly and Wi-Fi access is available. Glenfinnan House is easily accessible by car and train.