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Old Churches House

3.0 star property
Spa treatments and modern conveniences create a perfect balance of luxury and practicality at this urban sanctuary in the heart of the city

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Old Churches House offers a peaceful retreat from city life. Visitors can book a rejuvenating Swedish massage to ease travel-weary muscles or enjoy practical amenities for extended stays, including in-room WiFi and on-site grocery shopping.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Dunblane, Old Churches House is in the city center and near a train station. Airthrey Golf Course and Stirling Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Argaty Red Kites. Briarlands Farm and Blair Drummond Safari Park are also worth visiting.
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1 Kirk Street, Dunblane, Scotland, FK15 0AN

What's nearby

  • Dunblane Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dunblane Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cathedral Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Stirling - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Stirling Castle - 8 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Dunblane Station - 6 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kailyard - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Meadowpark - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Woodside Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buttercup Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Westerton Arms - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Old Churches House

Hotel near Stirling Castle
Take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Old Churches House. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, wedding services, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, 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

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

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
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
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Old Churches House Hotel Dunblane
Old Churches House Hotel
Old Churches House Dunblane
Old Churches House
Old Churches House Dunblane, Scotland
Old Churches House Hotel
Old Churches House Dunblane
Old Churches House Hotel Dunblane

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Churches House pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Old Churches House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Churches House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Churches House located?

Located in the heart of Dunblane, this hotel is steps from Dunblane Museum, Cathedral Museum, and Dunblane Cathedral. Ben Gunn's Cave is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away. Dunblane Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Old Churches House Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent facilities, very comfy bed, lovely setting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property had a really easy check in procedure. The room was clean and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The check in was easy and we had no problems with noise or anything else
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stay here a lot,very central for restaurants public transport. I like having no contact with staff as your sent room no and key us waiting for you when you go in to room,I love the size of their towels,no complimentary shampoo etc,room on the cold side for summer,I’m happy to recommend and il stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neville

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

What’s not to like?

Great location in Dunblane near to rail station. Street parking right outside hotel door. Really easy check in and departure. Large comfortable room, clean and well maintained. Excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul Steven

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

Great as always

Amazing place to stay,straight across from Cathedral,handy for all restaurants and places of interest,I come to dunblane often and always stay here,I was upgraded to king room so very comfortable and a very quiet area to stay,highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Maria Elena

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Contactless check-in/check-out. No staff to interact with. Basic but comfortable room. Restaurant closed during our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lissa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old house. Room comfortable. No staff on site. Checkin easy though and instructions sent in timely fashion
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Missed having a breakfast. A pity about the UHT milk. Very anonymous - not even a receptionist. But otherwise comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Service not what we expected

Great location, hotel needs a lot of TLC. No change of towels, no bins emptied, no person to talk to.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Babs

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No service or assistance. Shower drain blocked, bathroom floor uneven and slippery when wet. Bed comfortably room adequate Not told room was up marrow stairs, not suitable bc for the elderly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good base and clean

This was good for us as a base and a comfortable and clean place to stay. The room was that just a room with a bathroom. Had twin beds rather than a double but didnt matter, beds were comfy enough but no space to move and no chest of drawers or wardrobe. This place was cheapest we could find for a gig nearby and seemed there was a few others staying doing the same. Shower was fab but some mould in shower and roof. Free parking nearby and outside( it was full when we arrived) and a few pubs/cafes within 5 mins. Train station 5 minute walk so ideal for getting about. Beech tree cafe was great for food and breakfast next day. Its not luxury but not basic(premier inn) so i would stay for a pitstop but not for romantic break or longer break.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not sure where to start really. I'm sure many other reviewers have mentioned the lack of staff. The whole place clearly is a ghost of something far grander that used to exist. According to some locals we spoke to, in it's heyday Old Churches was a great hotel, had a lovely restaurant and was one of the town's cornerstones. This might be why is still enjoys a high rating on many sites. But for whatever reason (COVID maybe), the place has become a shell of whatever former self it enjoyed. It is all self check-in/out, there's no front desk. Which certainly wasn't the worst aspect of our stay, but added to the place's eary feel. The fact there are still so many signs for things that no longer exist (restaurant, reception, even a gym!) made the place seem like some old abandoned building. However, as I said, this wasn't the worst part. The hotel is very very dated. The room we had was one of the most tired and grotty I've stayed in, if not the worst. And it was quite dirty. A quick look under the bed, or behind a piece of furniture showed the room desperately needed a deep clean. And don't get me started on how uncomfortable the bed was. Overally the only enjoyable aspect of the hotel was the location. It is right in the centre of town and has a lovely view of the cathedral across the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not sure where to start really. I'm sure many other reviewers have mentioned the lack of staff. The whole place clearly is a ghost of something far grander that used to exist. According to some locals we spoke to, in it's heyday Old Churches was a great hotel, had a lovely restaurant and was one of the town's cornerstones. This might be why is still enjoys a high rating on many sites. But for whatever reason (COVID maybe), the place has become a shell of whatever former self it enjoyed. It is all self check-in/out, there's no front desk. Which certainly wasn't the worst aspect of our stay, but added to the place's eary feel. The fact there are still so many signs for things that no longer exist (restaurant, reception, even a gym!) made the place seem like some old abandoned building. However, as I said, this wasn't the worst part. The hotel is very very dated. The room we had was one of the most tired and grotty I've stayed in, if not the worst. And it was quite dirty. A quick look under the bed, or behind a piece of furniture showed the room desperately needed a deep clean. And don't get me started on how uncomfortable the bed was. Overally the only enjoyable aspect of the hotel was the location. It is right in the centre of town and has a lovely view of the cathedral across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for our quick overnight before heading North after our flight to Glasgow
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless & very quiet room hot and comfortable very recommendable been here twice and will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We highly recommend. Great location and everything spot on
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the Dunblane Cathedral from our room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Overnight stay

Simple auotmated check in. Clean comfy room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room itself was very clean and nice. The area around was spectacular. Our room was right above a local pub and facing the cathedral.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Leigh Ann

This was a cute little place across the street from a church. I would have liked fans to circulate air, but otherwise we were good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Perfect location, couldn’t ask for more. Hotel needs a lot of TLC
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023