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Glenesk

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A large, historic hotel with multiple stories, prominent bay windows, and a classic architectural style. - Glenesk (Brechin)
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor and a wooden ceiling. - Glenesk (Brechin)
A narrow river flowing through a rocky landscape with moss-covered rocks and trees. - Glenesk (Brechin)
A bedroom with a large bed, ornate headboard, floral wallpaper, and a chandelier. - Glenesk (Brechin)
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At Glenesk, you can look forward to free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a coffee shop/cafe. Tee up with amenities like a driving range, a golf clubhouse, and a golf pro shop at this hotel. Indulge in a massage, a manicure/pedicure, and a facial at Orchid Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Fairways Brasserie&Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a garden and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread and pillows, flanked by two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Standard Double Room

  • Hill view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Double Room

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a blue sofa, and floral wallpaper.

Executive Double Room

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Grand Room, Golf View

A bedroom with a large bed, ornate headboard, floral wallpaper, and a chandelier.

Grand Room, Golf View

  • Golf view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Brechin, Glenesk is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Bedlam Paintball- Edzell and Glencadam Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St Cyrus National Nature Reserve and Montrose Basin. Caledonian Railway and Brechin Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Brechin travel guide
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High Street ,, Brechin, Scotland, DD9 7TF

What's nearby

  • A coastal castle on a cliff overlooking the sea.
    Dunnottar Castle
    37 min drive - 27.9 miles
  • A large castle with multiple towers and a well-maintained lawn.
    Glamis Castle
    40 min drive - 28.5 miles
  • A modern architectural structure with horizontal slats, a paved walkway, and a landscaped area with grasses and shrubs.
    V&A Dundee
    51 min drive - 38.6 miles
  • A large hotel with a clock tower, a golf course, and a starry night sky.
    Carnoustie Golf Links
    52 min drive - 32.4 miles
  • Bedlam Paintball- Edzell
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Getting around

  • Laurencekirk Station
    17 min drive
  • Dundee (DND)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Edzell Tweedie Coffee House
    2 min walk
  • Dalhousie Bar
    8 min drive
  • Brechin Arms
    8 min drive
  • The Arch Cafe & Bistro
    6 min drive
  • Chinese Vista
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fairways Brasserie&Grill
  • Malt Whisky & Cocktail

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf driving range
  • Indoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1896
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Does Glenesk have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Glenesk pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Glenesk?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Glenesk?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Glenesk located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is steps from Bedlam Paintball- Edzell and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Edzell Castle. Catherthuns and Glencadam Distillery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Glenesk Reviews

6.0

6.8

Cleanliness

4.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff on the desk great however room very dated only 1 pillow hotel facility nice shower poor room cold and we eat at the restaurant and since eating there have felt very unwell
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021