Balbirnie House

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel in Glenrothes with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Standard Room (Double-Twin) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated
Restaurant
BBQ/picnic area
Restaurant
Nestled beside a golf course, Balbirnie House offers an upscale retreat. Tee off on the 18-hole course, unwind with a book from the library or relax by the lobby fireplace. With in-room WiFi and helpful multilingual staff at your service.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Why we love this property

Georgian parkland retreat
Contemporary style meets historic architecture at this hotel. Stroll through the garden, dine with verdant views, and soak in the regional park setting.
Dream-worthy bedrooms
Deep slumber awaits in hypo-allergenic bedding with blackout drapes. Each separate bedroom boasts curated decor and champagne service at turndown.
Golf bliss at the hotel
Hit the links at this hotel with access to an 18-hole adjacent golf course. Skilled caddies and a welcoming bar await after a day of golfing.

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Deluxe Room (Double-Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room (Double-Twin)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Balbirnie Park Markinch, Glenrothes, Scotland, KY76NE

What's nearby

  • Bongos Soft Play Centre - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Skydive St. Andrews - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Falkland Palace - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Leven Beach - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 49 min drive - 60.5 km

Getting around

  • Dundee (DND) - 41 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 41 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 96 min drive
  • Glenrothes with Thornton Station - 10 min drive
  • Ladybank Station - 12 min drive
  • Markinch Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Handi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Acorn (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Balbirnie House

Adjacent to a golf course, Balbirnie House is a great choice for a stay in Glenrothes. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 10 per night)
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Golfing

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Golf caddy on site

Facilities

  • Built in 1777
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Piano
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch plasma TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Orangery - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Library Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 19.50 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 40.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 10 per night

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
Mobile payment options include: Visa Checkout.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

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

Also known as

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Balbirnie House Glenrothes
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Balbirnie House Hotel Markinch
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Frequently asked questions

Does Balbirnie House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Balbirnie House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Balbirnie House?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Balbirnie House?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10 per night. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Balbirnie House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge of GBP 40.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 40.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Balbirnie House and nearby?

Balbirnie House has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Balbirnie House?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers garden views.

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