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The Stirling Highland Hotel

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Located close to Tolbooth and Old Town Jail, The Stirling Highland Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy, or a facial at Leisure Club, the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Scholars Restaurant, serves dinner. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the health club; The Stirling Highland Hotel also has a bar, conference space, and a steam room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a sauna and a hot tub.

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8.2 out of 10
Very good

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A hotel room with a large bed, two red and two grey pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(135 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, two armchairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a small round table, a chair, and a bunk bed in the adjacent room.

Standard Family room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Deluxe Double or King

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Premium Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Stirling, The Stirling Highland Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. Tolbooth and Smith Art Gallery and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Old Town Jail and Stirling Castle. Don't miss out on a visit to Blair Drummond Safari Park. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Stirling travel guide
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29 Spittal Street, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 1DU

What's nearby

  • A formal dining room with a long wooden table, ornate chairs, and candle-lit candelabras.
    Argyll's Lodging
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a central archway.
    Smith Art Gallery and Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic castle with a large stone wall, a smaller adjacent building, and a well-maintained garden with red flowers.
    Stirling Castle
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tolbooth
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Town Jail
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Stirling Station
    13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Portcullis
    4 min walk
  • The Crossed Peels (Wetherspoon)
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Molly Malones
    6 min walk
  • Nicky Tams
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 to 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Headmasters Study
  • Scholars Restaurant

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,302 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 to 14.95 for adults, and GBP 7.50 to 12 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night
  • Pool fee: GBP 10 per accommodation per night
  • Hot tub fee: GBP 10 per accommodation per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:30 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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or hot tub without adult supervision
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Stirling Highland Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–6:30 PM.

Is The Stirling Highland Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per day.

What time is check-in at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Stirling Highland Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Stirling, this spa hotel is steps from Old Town Jail and Tolbooth. Smith Art Gallery and Museum and Stirling Castle are also within 10 minutes. Stirling Station is 13 minutes by foot and Stirling (XWB-Stirling Train Station) is 14 minutes.

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

The Stirling Highland Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1124 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building with character, staff were very helpful, hotel was central, where we wanted to be and descent parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A comfy stay in a wonderful part of the town. The room was simple but couldn’t be better considering the location and the heritage of the building. The breakfast was top-notch and it was appreciated having such a nice pool and sauna.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An absolutely gorgeous location. The pool was wonderful and the hotel was like a castle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location, but be prepared to hike hills!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal situation nice big rooms bed comfy bathrooms need upgrading no hot water for bath but shower fine toilet took a few flushes when using you pay £10 to use pool and £10to park in grounds breakfast bit dried up as its a buffet very steep hill to get up to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was comfortable and close to the attractions in Stirling. I would definitely stay there again if back in Stirling.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are getting a little old, but are very clean and employees offer very good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location and perfectly suited our travel plans!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The architecture and location of this hotel are fantastic. Staff are incredibly nice. Unfortunately rooms need a refresh. Beds are quite overdue for replacement.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing location and good amenities, the leisure centre and pool were welcome after big days of exploring. Some room fittings are quite old, however overall it was a lovely stay. Stirling is a wonderful town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We have stayed in the hotel several times this time there were extra payments that we included before like Parking, use of pool, etc The hotel is nice but we were in a family room and compared to the other rooms in the hotel the standard was poor. The carpet was thread bare and the bunk beds were very old and creaky so much so that our 9 year old was too scared to sleep in them. The restaurant was nice and leisure pool was also good and the location is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an old building with dated bathroom facilities. The room was comfortable and quiet. The dining area was nice, The food was excellent. The staff excellent. Withing walking distance of Sterling Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed our stay as it was conveniently situated. Some aspects of the hotel were tired and needed some attention such as the bathroom in the bedroom and the gym. Lighting was poor in the bedroom and the bed (2 x singles put together) was lopsided. Staff were friendly. The bar was quite cold so we took our drinks down to the reception area which had comfy chairs and was warmer. Needed to pay £10 a day parking as I’d booked through a third party rather than directly with the hotel. Overall however, none of these things would put me off staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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No AC and the observatory was down due to repairs. Other than that great place. Cool looking. Dinner was amazing. Breakfast was good. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful old historic building. The room was very basic - could have been any hotel chain. The old shell of the Stirling High School, built in the 1850s is being preserved, so that is definitely a positive. However, if you are sensitive to mold, you may need to reconsider. The old, single-pane windows are subject to condensation and mold growth. Also, the tub/shower in our room had areas of mold. Altogether though, a nice stay. We ate dinner and breakfast at the Scholars Restaurant and, with the exception of lacking sticky toffee pudding (they were out), everything was very good! Easy walking distance to Stirling Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The location is perfect. The hotel is an old building but has had money spent on it. We paid for half board, which worked out very good value. We got £35 towards our evening meal and a very good breakfast. My gripe with the hotel is everything is extra, parking £10 a day (we pre-booked through the company running it and it was cheaper.) The swimming pool is extra, breakfast not included in some prices too. However the food was excellent and it I would return. Staff excellent but like a lot of hotels now service for our excellent evening meal was slow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, need modernised, staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very dated and in need of refurbishment. The rest of the hotel was lovely, staff all very nice and helpful. Had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant, was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, helpful staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Hotel is well situated and we had good stay and enjoyed pool. Also enjoyed both buffet breakfast/dinner in the restaurant. My companion has mobility issues and hotel is on quite a steep hill.She did manage it! Staff helpful but explation about cost of breakfast not transparent so make sure you are clear how much you are due to pay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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It's in a nice location, near the restaurants, shops and pubs of downtown.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its location makes for great walking experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and a nice breakfast and staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Well cared for with old charm. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical hotel, good location to sites. Nice restaurant and bar. Spa is ok.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026