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McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant

3.0 star property
A nature reserve retreat where travelers can enjoy local cuisine, relax by the fireplace, and explore garden paths near a golf course

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McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant is in a peaceful nature reserve. Enjoy local specialties at two on-site restaurants, warm up by the lobby fireplace, or wander through the garden. Helpful staff and free WiFi enhance this relaxing property next to a golf course.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Mckays Classic Rooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Townhouse Family Room

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Townhouse Single

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Townhouse Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Mckays Superior Rooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Mckays Single

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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McKays Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Townhouse Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Mckays Small Double room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Mckays Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Pitlochry, McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant is next to a golf course and near a train station. Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Temple Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pitlochry Golf Club and Blair Athol Distillery. Dunkeld and Birnam Sports and Leisure Hub and Bolfracks Garden are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Pitlochry travel guide
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138 Atholl Road, Pitlochry, Scotland, PH16 5AG

What's nearby

  • Pitlochry Power Station and Dam
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fish Ladder
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pitlochry Golf Club
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Blair Athol Distillery
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pitlochry Station
    3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Calluna
    1 min walk
  • The Old Mill Inn
    1 min walk
  • The Coach Housr
    1 min walk
  • McKays Hotel, Bar & Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Mackenzie's Coffee House
    1 min walk

About this property

McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant

Hotel near Cairngorms National Park
At McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant, you can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and local cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a nature reserve
  • 1 meeting room and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 14.00 per person

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, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

McKays Hotel Bar Pitlochry
McKays Hotel Bar
McKays Bar Pitlochry
Mckays Bar & Restaurant
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant Hotel
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant Pitlochry
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant Hotel Pitlochry

Frequently asked questions

Is McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant located?

Situated in Pitlochry, this golf hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Rob Roy Way - North, Pitlochry Golf Club, and Pitlochry Power Station and Dam. Fish Ladder and Blair Athol Distillery are also within 15 minutes. Pitlochry Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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

McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 669 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedroom was light, airy and large The bathroom and shower were very clean and tidy The decor was perhaps a little tired and dated but nothing to complain about, Downstairs in the bar and restaurant there was an excellent selection of food and drink The staff were very helpful with everything A lovely place to stay in Pitlochry.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes room was very good staff are excellent helpful and pleasant food and the bar excellent service all round
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great attentive staff ,room was lovely Food is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean , hard working staff , the breakfast options were excellent , options at the bar could have been better and cheaper . Overall good couple of days which i would do again but you have to remember the working class .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was lovely but no cleaner on our second day to empty bins or replenish teas and coffees etc. went out and bought my own. The restaurant staff were brilliant so efficient. The breakfast was good with enough choice for everyone. The only other problem was the room was on top floor which was not easy for my husband at 77 with a heart condition, apart from that we had a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ALISON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a small double. Not sure if it meant the double bed was small but room was small also. Outlook to roof fans. Bed was comfy. We had breakfast and evening meal. Well satisfied and staff were very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, especially Gordon, was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, spacious rooms, nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, friendly staff, good food in the centre of Pitlochry. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, both the property and the restaurant are fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality hotel and excellent service from the staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was characterful in a positive way. Friendly staff. I'll be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lauranell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suite room was Amazing! Great staff Received a great deal from Expedia. My husband booked a room from another site for the first night, and I got a much better deal and a much better room from my Expedia booking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Warm and friendly. No negatives at all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff and service excellent, Room was lovely and overall cleanliness was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kayli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great from check in and the room very clean ! Perfect for our enchanted forest trip
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little cottage situated on the high street great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally good but bedside light didn't work (we reported it and staff said they'd fix it). Very handy for railway station.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast choice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot close to trains and the motorway
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay nice clean modern hotel cheery staff good food and entertainment price of alcohol a bit steep
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well up together. Clean. Plenty of areas to sit and enjoy the food for most parts of the day. This hotel is up the road from the train station. Excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good spot

Nice place and nice room. Good location in cute town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025