Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel

We got upgraded due to a very loud noise coming from the radiators that could be heard from the reception desk. The room we were originally in was a little outdated but still nice and a big size, the room we were upgraded too was slightly more modern but still dated. However the bed was massive and very comfortable. The shower/bathroom was nice and big and the shower was a good strength.

It’s very close to the motorway and has safe free parking. There’s a wee service type station next to the hotel. Quiet location. We arrived too late to eat this stay but have used the restaurant before and the food was good. The staff are lovely. It’s quite old fashioned and a little tired but nothing that’s not to like. For the price it’s good and better than a travel lodge or motorway service station hotel. The rooms are a good size. Most have bath and separate shower. It’s pretty quiet and we slept well. There is Elemis toiletries.

The room was clean spacious and very quiet I had a lovely nights sleep. The attached steakhouse restaurant was lovely to visit and had some lovely options, I myself partook in the monfish scampi and a battered haddok fish dinner. Breakfast was a nice affair as well , all self service with excellent continental and hot food options. Lots of tables to pick from for a nice view with the morning coffee.

The hotel was warm and welcoming, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The room was spacious, clean, and tidy, the bed was comfortable, added extra of there being an armchair, rather than having to sit on the bed to watch TV or have a coffee. When we went down for breakfast, we were treated by polite helpful staff who took us to the dining room and showed us to a table. There were options of a continental breakfast and a cooked breakfast. Orange and apple juice, fruit, yoghurts, pastries. All in all, it was a delight to stay at the hotel. Also, we liked that on our corridor, there were sparkling and still water taps for guests to help themselves, I felt this was a great idea. The view of the river and fields from our room were lovely and can imagine very picturesque in nicer weather.

Stopover for north so really convenient from motorway Room comfortable. Sheets clean and bed really comfy Bar area pleasant and bar snacks okay (restaurant being used for Xmas party)