Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

We really enjoyed the atmosphere of the castle. It was a fun stay at the castle. Unfortunately the towel holder and wall heater were not working.

Our room was spacious with a four poster bed and beautiful views from the windows. Took a walk on the grounds in the morning, the setting is spectacular.

What a beautiful castle! Definitely a must to stay at!

What fun it was to stay overnight in a castle that made us feel like we had gone back in time. The grounds were beautiful to walk and the food was wonderful.

All staff we were in contact with from reception, bar and meals were fantastic. Our dinner and breakfast were very good and of good quantity and value. Even though we were in a Castle, our room was dated compared to some others and could do with a freshen up. Windows could do with a wipe over to remove mould from condensation. Hydronic radiators could do with a service as we were woken during the night by them. Overall we were happy with our stay and thought it was reasonable value.

Beautiful castle. The staff were very welcoming and professional. High level of service.

Really enjoyed our stay, lovely quiet setting

Enjoyed

Beautiful location and Castle. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and the food was delicious. The only notes I'd leave would be it appears they very much want to keep the old castle charm which is why we booked it, however the cushions could benefit from restuffing and oddly enough our bathroom backsplash was 70s/80s black rainbow sparkle tile which took away from the old castle charm. Super minor in the grand scheme of things. Overall we had a lovely stay. Would definitely recommend.

Great old castle and grounds. Converted to include quite a few guest rooms, they have a great history, breakfast and dinner options were all very good. The bar is unexpectedly well stocked and very comfortable. Would definitely come back. The staff is incredibly accommodating.

I really enjoyed our stay here. The castle is charming, the breakfast and dinner were incredible and the staff were friendly and helpful. We only booked in for 1 night but I wished we'd been able to stay longer to explore the mountains and rivers on the estate.

Above our expectations. Old world charm with a very attentive staff. Walking the grounds is a treat.

Fiendly.

This was a wonderful historical experience. There was educational decor and knowledgable staff.

Staying at the Dalmunzie Castle Hotel was a real pleasure. The Estate dates from the early 16th century, one of the most serenely beautiful places I have ever visited. Walking the property was like walking through a dream. The hotel dates from the 1880’s. Though worn a bit in the charming Scottish fashion it’s well maintained, the staff there solely for your comfort, the food very good, the bar featuring endless varieties of local whiskeys and gins in a wonderful room. We loved being there.

Historic hotel set in its own grounds, we walked here as part of the Cateran Trail. The staff, the food, the ambience, the upkeep of the hotel, and our room were all excellent.

The morale of the staff was terrible. Nobody smiled. The castle hotel is in a remote location and the staff must not be able to get to the nearest town very often. I Would not recommend this place. It has seen better days.

It may have been my fault as places were limited due to the Highland Games, but very remote. More dated and not warm as other castles we have been to while traveling Europe. Staff didn’t ask how the stay went so I couldn’t explain things to them instead of on this post.

We stayed here as it was close to the highland games we were attending and was a nice stay. The property is very old and shows signs of it, but was part of the castle stay charm. The staff are wonderful and the hiking is breathtaking. Food was good and it was a neat stay in a castle. Would recommend.

Difficult to drive to. Remote

Dalmunzie is a quiet country retreat which is great for a romantic getaway. The country side around the property is beautiful with sheep and goats. Good golf course. There is a narrow old staircase. So you need to be able to carry your own luggage upstairs. Great food and wonderful breakfast. Great location to visit Balmoral Castle and the Glenshee ski fields in winter.

The stairs were a little tough but staff took our luggage up and down. There was no air conditioning but the air outside was cool enough to bring the room temperature down with the windows open. The place was charming with a beautiful setting. It was very enjoyable!

The Dalmunzie Castle was a magical place. My whole family loved this hotel- teenage boys and all! The staff were beyond friendly and helpful, the setting was the definition of idyllic, and the hotel oozed charm. We wished we could have stayed longer!

The food and service were fantastic and the hotel is situated in the most beautiful surroundings. A stunning place to stay. We will definitely be back.

Amazing experience at a castle, I would definitely stay longer for next time!

Great old school atmosphere. Dinner was EXCELLENT. Friendly staff. Was waiting for Basil Rathbone to walk into the lobby and name the murderer.

Lovely castle hotel set in a beautiful valley between the hills. Decor is very Scottish and quite quirky but looking a bit tired in places that could be fixed quite easily and would make the hotel great instead of very good. A charging point for mobile phones in the room would be welcome and an easy fix. Had a truly enjoyable stay and the staff were excellent.

We loved our stay here! Lovely staff, beautiful grounds, the room was large and the bed was comfortable. The food was delicious! Highly recommend it!

This is such a unique stay. It is tucked way back in a beautiful location - we were so pleased with the solitary nature of the hotel! It is a *bit* fancier than we expected, but we were overall pleased with the space.

The food at this property was one of the worst experiences I have had at a hotel. The food was exceptionally expensive and, to be honest, quite strange. To me, it seemed as if the menu was needlessly fancy. I am all for an adventurous menu but it has to be properly executed. Fish cakes were cold, the chocolate venison dish was served with a melted chocolate on the plate, and the chicken liver pate only contained one texture on the plate. The cooks could cook as all of the breakfast was excellent, but the main meals were honestly entirely dissapointing and horrendously overpriced.

Parking was difficult and far from door.

We stayed in the birkmyre suite and it was absolutely beautiful, staff are so lovely and food is delicious :)

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We love this hotel! It is an older property but I felt it was very well renovated while still keeping the authentic feel. The decor was so cutesy!! The staff was very friendly and helpful .The setting was amazing. Can't say enough good things about this property. We would definitely stay there again.

Wonderful stay ! Great hospitality and our dinner and breakfast was delicious !

Beautiful location in the middle of no where, quiet and serene.

Our stay was fabulous! The room was beautiful and had everything we needed.The food and service was excellent! We cannot say enough about our stay! The surroundings were also quite beautiful with sheep on the hillside and horses grazing, river running alongside the castle. We needed to dry our clothing and the staff took care of that for us without batting an eye. Thankyou to all that work there!

Wonderful natural location. Great food and staff.

Highlight of my mom's week was getting to stay here! The castle had so much personality, wonderful atmosphere. Staff was wonderful. Grounds were gorgeous! Dining was amazing.

We had a wonderful time at the castle!!

We loved everything about our stay and the area, however the staff were the cherry on top. They provided a truly wonderful experience.

Well cared for, unique experience, a highlight of our Scotland trip.

We drove out of our way to stay here but no regrets. The countryside was beautiful and the drivers courteous on the single track roads making a pleasant journey. We ate in the bar area and the food was good and our bartender very accommodating. We had a smaller room but everything we needed. Loved the morning view and we opted for breakfast and it was excellent.

Unique property and room. Exceptional staff. Would absolutely recommend and stay again

Good shower, quiet room, friendly staff, no elevator; beautiful grounds and an old historic building. We enjoyed our stay.

Beautiful grounds and wonderful staff

Excellent hotel. Staff were friendly, helpful and the dinner was excellent. Lovely peaceful surroundings.

Stayed the night with my other half and kids. Rooms were nice and clean and the food was amazing!

We really enjoyed our stay. The team were very friendly and efficient. The room was very comfortable and we enjoyed our bar meals. We'll definitely say again next time we visit Glenshee Ski Centre.

Comfortable room but bathroom was very small with an awkward shower access. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was delicious. Great selection of games to play in the lounges and open fires were very pleasant.

Loved everything about the property. Staff were amazing , they were welcoming, warm, friendly and made every effort to make your stay a positive experience. The room we occupied was spacious and the bed was comfortable. There was plenty draw space to put your clothes into, but no hanging space. That said with the angles of the walls and the eaves of the room meant there was no place to actually fit a wardrobe for this purpose, so without major renovation to the room, this was beyond the hotels control. The only other minor point is that there was no toilet brush in the bathroom, but this by no means had any impact on our stay !

Fantastic place for a weekend getaway! Very cosy and Christmassy :)

Staff were all so kind and friendly and treated you like family. Amazing stay! Five stars all around. The little puppy , Tilly was such a joy to have around. The food was really good and the rooms were very nicely appointed, warm and very comfortable. Beautiful views from every window and the castle was lovely.

Staff, food, views, everything was wonderful and beautiful and definitely be back

Converted castle, beautifully done, beautiful grounds....but no bellman or lift- tough negotiating the 3 flights with luggage for a senior

The area is amazing!! Staff was very helpful and accommodating but the hotel is in need of some TLC. Only 3 star level.

Really disappointing stay - the photos on the website and on the Hotel's own website look excellent and so we accepted the higher price point (over £200 for 1 night on an October sunday) and were really looking forward to visiting. The good points - Location (stunning) - Staff (helpful) - Dinner (ok) - Breakfast (great). The Bad points - the Hotel is now quite shabby and really needs some t.l.c. and investment. Basic things in just our room included leaving plastered areas (old plug sockets) unpainted, damaged doors and skirting, and ripped wallpaper all give it a run down feeling. A lot of these things could be sorted with minimal work. It took 10 minutes to get the TV to work (you have to go in to settings to change the display port), and the cold water runs milky white! We took to boiling the water before trying to drink it (eventually going to the nearby shop to buy bottled water). For over £200 a night for a Sunday in October - this really isn't good enough. We wont be returning (unfortunately).

Stunning property in very scenic location!!

The location is very very remote, which is fine, just be aware of this fact. I reserved here as I wanted a castle stay and saw the wonderful photos of richly decorated rooms. This was not the case for us. Our room was up on the 3rd floor under dormer ceiling and felt like a dorm room. It was small, clean and simply decorated. It did not feel like a castle at all, which is sad as it was a surprise for my sisters’ birthday. Breakfast is not included even though when we checked in, we were told it was. Lovely country grounds to walk around and enjoy nature.

Warm friendly bed back breaking tho

Not good enough for what you paid to far from anything

Nice place

This property was very tired- it definetly needs some updating. The scenery is beautiful

The rooms are very small…could hear traffic

Our stay felt like Downton Abbey transported into the Highlands -- with less drama. The estate is beautiful. The walks through the woods and hills are gorgeous. The dining was fabulous. The lunch kitchen was open late in the afternoon to sate our ravenous appetite after our excursions. The staff were kind, careful, and friendly.

Charming early 20th century castle with family history back to 2000BC. Friendly staff, comfortable room with historical decor and fixtures. Lots of hiking around the hotel. We had a lovely hike in the hills, by the streams and sheep. Breakfast and dinner outstanding and delicious with very generous portions. Parking not clear and difficult to find in the dark.

Excellent food. Comfortable beds. Great nights sleep. Beautiful scenery in the highlands.

This is tough. We loved the grounds, it was secluded and beautiful you could spend hours walking. The staff was incredibly kind and attentive all around and the bar area was nice to hang out in and meet some other people! Breakfast was really good too. However, immediately upon entering our room it reeked of cigarette smoke. There was no other room there or near there. They comped us a couple of drinks from the bar but we left stuffy in the morning. The room was OK. Considering the age of the building as one thing, the decor, furniture and linens could be updated. The beds were OK, but not super comfy. The linens looked like they had a yellow tinge and had tears in the sheets. So depending on what you’re looking for this may have everything you want but if you want a super clean, comfortable room I don’t think this would be it. If you want superb staff and amazing grounds then this would be it! To each their own.

Staff were very nice, for an old building excellent heating and hot water, lovely breakfast

We stayed in the kings room for the evening. Is was an unforgettable stay. Be sure to do dinner and breakfast, i swear if this place doesnt have a michelen star nobody should

This is very nice hotel. The staff were excellent, as was the food. The only negative I would say is that it probably needs a little bit of upgrading as some of the past alterations to this lovely historical building were not sympathetic to its aesthetic. I would definitely visit again, especially in the winter when the fires are lit- very cosy for a romantic getaway.

We were amazed at the hotel, had such a fine time and will be back. Service was very good and the food was awesome too. We enjoyed hiking on the grounds as well.

Quiet peaceful not many people around to waste it

The staff, all women, were helpful and friendly without being intrusive. Also, the food was delicious. We'll recommend it to our friends. Thanks so much. Bruce

The hotel is a gem, with very hard working staff.

Lovely period accommodations in a stunning remote country setting. Beautiful rooms, although my bathroom needed to be updated. The food was excellent. I had the trout in the formal dining room my first night and it was perfectly cooked. The next evening I had the burger with the murder blue cheese topping and chips. One of the best burgers I have ever had! Excellent, friendly service. Highly recommend.

Enjoyed our stay - slightly quirky, rustic feel to the place in a beautiful remote location. Room was large and well appointed with views over the hills. Food in the dining room was really good - excellent quality food and friendly attentive service. Comfortable bar and lounge areas. Golf course was fun with great views if a little rough and ready. A good base to explore the area.

Winderful, clean rooms. Great service. Stunning surroundings. Confortable bed. Friendly staff. Katrina was so lovely and the others who served us during our stay were great too.

Beautiful, quaint little place to stay. Food was fantastic and the staff were friendly and helpful ( especially Lisa)

We had an amazing 9 holes of golf with our two daughters at 7 pm, amidst the gorgeous Highlands, many, many sheep - and no one else on the course! We finished the evening with a dram at the bar, billiards with our kids - and woke up to the best Scottish breakfast we have ever had! A truly memorable stay at Dalmunzie! Lovely room, view, food & staff! We will look forward to another stay, some time soon!

The hotel is situated in a beautiful and serene setting. All I could hear were birds and the stream running by. Staff were friendly and efficient. Room was clean and comfortable. Dinner was delicious. Only complaint is that the carpet in our room seemed old. Great stay!

Fabulous place to stay. Great food.

Nice location, friendly staff, hotel abit tired

This property is really unique. It is so peaceful and beautiful- lambs, highland mountains and scenery everywhere you look! We absolutely loved it. Beyond this, the food and service were amazing, too! For a small hotel, the kitchen staff and food quality were an unexpected delight. The hotel itself is clean albeit small and dated rooms (exactly what I expected), but the beds were comfortable and facilities in good working order. Overall a great experience and I would return.

The gallery pictures need to be updated, the hotel needs alot of tlc, there is no castle feel and service is not as friendly as it could be.

We absolutely loved our stay & would highly recommend for anyone staying in the area! We got to golf on the hotels course, which had absolutely amazing views. The staff was very friendly, the hotel had a great atmosphere, and our room was perfect to fit a family of four!

Awesome room and the dining experience was excellent.

Beautiful castle. The staff was very friendly. Tge restaurant was very good. The grounds are beautiful! Definitely will return.

Everything about this hotel is excellent though we were disappointed there was only one choice of starter and main for vegetarians. Thankfully we also eat fish so we had a choicr. A true vegan or vegatarian would be disappointed. Plenty variety for meat eaters

Beautiful estate with hikes nearby. Excellent service and food was spectacular Server local gin.

We had a wonderful stay at Dalmunzie Castle, Glenshee. Fabulous setting and a beautiful castle. The log fire, Christmas tree and fairy lights made it look very festive and welcoming. The staff were very friendly, helpful and professional. Our room was beautiful. It had a four poster bed, beautifully polished furniture in keeping with the castle and two windows giving a wonderful view of the hills. it was very clean, warm and comfortable, good lighting and sockets. The bathroom was very clean, the water nice and hot and there was a shower over the bath, which was perfect for a nice hot soak using the bath salts provided. We had dinner in the restaurant and once again the staff were very attentive, friendly and professional. The menu was excellent and prepared with care. We really enjoyed the salmon which was perfectly cooked. Sadly we had to leave before breakfast but will definitely stay longer next time.

Lovely, warm, friendly staff and big room. Had our evening meal here, it was tasty, it was a little on the expensive side for food but equally we had an enjoyable meal. Loved being able to watch the squirrels and seeing the stars, and stunning views

Fabulous surroundings and a warm welcome by the staff. Rooms are stuffed with old furniture in keeping with the theme of the hotel. Dinner is fine but felt a matchbox sized piece of cod was a little tight for the price, but delicious and well cooked all the same. My wife’s salmon was perfectly portioned. The breakfast was outstanding. Only negatives were an early morning fire alarm, colourful language from the kitchen whilst in the lounge and absence of a blind in Murray suite bathroom. I suspect the guest walking the corridor was more embarrassed than me. The computer system had failed on check out but was easily resolved with a phone call later in the day.

Unique place to stay, beautiful views, staff outstanding services, food is so delicious. 10/10 for me!

The location and castle were wonderful and the food was fabulous; Michelin star level.

A place to get away from it all. The scenery is breathtaking. The staff are all very welcoming and attentive. Would stay here again.

Beautiful location and lots of great walking routes nearby. Stunning views all around and tumbling river next to hotel

Understaffed

Dinner was excellent. Beahtiful old house/hotel and grounds. So glad we stayed here.

You cancelled our reservation at the last moment as we had driven almost there. What can I say good