DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro

An elegant Victorian building nestled in ten acres of private landscaped grounds, Doubletree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro offers a scenic hotel experience.

Under 45 minutes drive from both Glasgow and Edinburgh and just 15 minutes from Stirling, it is a convenient location to enjoy a peaceful break.

Bedrooms at Doubletree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro

The bedrooms at Dunblane Hydro are designed with the ultimate relaxing experience in mind.

Guests are encouraged to relax on the lavish bed, order one of Nick Nairn’s signature dishes from the 24 room service, or cosy up in a fluffy bathrobe and slippers while enjoying a glass of Champagne and taking in the countryside views.

All rooms offer an LCD tv, wireless internet access, double or twin beds, toiletries, and tea and coffee making facilities.

Those looking for more space have the option of booking a family room or suite.

Dining

Dine on Scottish cuisine created by a celebrity chef at The Kailyard by Nick Nairn, Dunblane Hydro’s signature restaurant.

A Stirling native and regular guest at the hotel in his youth, the Michelin star awarded Nick Nairn is a firm believer in the “farm to fork” philosophy, sourcing the freshest local ingredients whenever possible.

The menus at The Kailyard by Nick Nairn change according to the seasons. Currently on the menu is chargrilled rump of Inverurie lamb or peppered Scotch beef fillet strips with thyme roasted potatoes and whisky cream, and smoked ham hock and Mull cheddar croquettes with Nick’s tomato and chilli jam.

Bars

There are three bars at Hilton Dunblane Hydro.

The Cocktail Bar serves cocktails, malt whiskies and a bar menu featuring Nick Nairn specialities in a stylish cosy bar with photos of a famous Scots on the walls.

The Wallace Lounge has ornate decor and and front facing windows, the ideal spot to enjoy a nightcap or sip a coffee while reading the morning newspaper.

The Stuart Lounge has comfy sofas and armchairs to relax in and stunning views over the rolling lawns. This is where the hotel’s afternoon tea is served.

There is also an outdoor terrace to enjoy an al fresco drink.

Leisure facilities

Guests at Dunblane Hydro can use the hotel’s health and fitness centre to swim laps in the 17 metre indoor swimming pool, unwind in the steam room, workout in the gym, and soothe their tired muscles in the bubble pool.

Outdoor activities

Outdoor lovers are spoiled for choice at Dunblane Hydro.

Dunblane is home to many beautiful walks varying in length meandering through open countryside and the banks of the Allan Water.

Guests can bring their bikes or hire public bikes from any nextbike station in or around Stirling.

Just a 20 minute drive from the hotel is Gleneagles which is considered one of the best golf courses in the world. The 18 hole Dunblane New Golf Course is just a five minute walk from the hotel.

Other outdoor activities near Dunblane Hydro are fishing at Orchill Trout Fishery, kayaking or canoeing at Callander, horse riding at Rednock farm, supercar driving at Knockhill, or driving around the surrounding lochs of Loch Venachar, Loch Achray and Loch Katrine.

Things to do in Dunblane

There’s a multitude of things for Dunblane Hydro guests to see and do in the area, including Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, Bannockburn Heritage Centre, The Mill Train, Drummond Castle Garden, Rob Roy’s Grave, the Falkirk Wheel, Blair Drummond Safari Park, Wellsfield Farm Park, tours of nearby distilleries, and Andy Murray’s gold postbox in Dunblane.