Macdonald Houstoun House, Uphall

In beautiful, peaceful grounds, between Edinburgh and Glasgow, this 4-star hotel is rich in historic charm, with a restaurant, a bar and great leisure facilities, including an 18-metre swimming pool.

Combining traditional charm and historic character with contemporary comforts and modern luxury, the Houstoun House Hotel is within easy reach of both Edinburgh and Glasgow. The historic sights of Linlithgow Palace, Hopetoun House and the House of the Binns are nearby.

The building's original Great Hall, Old Drawing Room and Library now form the hotel's dining room. With opulent oak panelling, family paintings and antiques, the restaurant offers fine dining and has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes for the quality of its cuisine.

The bar has vaulted ceilings, a real open fire and an impressive collection of over 100 malt whiskies.

Guests receive free access to the hotel's exclusive leisure club, which houses the swimming pool, a sauna, a solarium, a steam room and a gymnasium.

If you wish to dine in the hotel or have selected a dinner inclusive rate, please contact the hotel prior to arrival to book your table, to avoid disappointment.

General

• 24-Hour Front Desk,
• All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
• Allergy-Free Room Available,
• Bar,
• Express Check-In/Check-Out,
• Free Parking,
• Garden,
• Gay Friendly,
• Heating,
• Luggage Storage,
• Newspapers,
• Non-Smoking Rooms,
• Parking,
• Pets Allowed,
• Restaurant,
• Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests,
• Safety Deposit Box.

Activities

• Fitness Centre,
• Indoor Swimming Pool,
• Massage,
• Sauna,
• Solarium,
• Spa & Wellness Centre,
• Tennis Court.

Services

• Breakfast in the Room,
• Bridal Suite,
• Currency Exchange,
• Dry Cleaning,
• Fax/Photocopying,
• Internet Services,
• Ironing Service,
• Laundry,
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
• Packed Lunches,
• Room Service,
• VIP Room Facilities,
• Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.

Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out

• You may check in from 14:00 hours until 00:00 hours.
• You must check out by 11:00 hours.

Cancellations

If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.

Extra Charges

15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Internet

Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in public areas and costs GBP 5.00 per hour.

Deposit

No deposit will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All children from 5 to 16 years are charged GBP 15.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 3.

Payment - We accept

• Visa,
• Maestro,
• Master Card,
• American Express,
• Diners Card,
• JCB.

By Car: From Edinburgh - Take the City Bypass (A720) and follow M8 signs for Glasgow. - Come off at junction 3 (for Livingston). - Take the last exit (4th) on the roundabout (for Broxburn). - At the next roundabout, take the 2nd exit (for Uphall). - At the mini roundabout, turn right. - Before the next roundabout, Houstoun House is on the right-hand side. From Glasgow: - Take the M8 for Livingston and follow the directions outlined above. From the Forth Road Bridge: - Follow road from the bridge to the roundabout. Take the last exit. - Follow the road through Newton until you come to the sign for the M9 and turn left (go under the motorway). - Follow the road over the humpback bridge and 2 sets of traffic lights. - At the T-junction turn right. - Then take the 1st left and follow the road through Ecclesmachan to a T-junction, where you turn right. - Just at the mini-roundabout, Houstoun House Hotel is on the left-hand side.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation