Set amidst a nature reserve, McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant offers the perfect retreat. Savor local cuisine at one of two restaurants, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or take a stroll through the garden. With helpful staff and free WiFi, this hotel adjacent to a golf course is sure to leave you feeling relaxed.
Pitlochry Power Station and Dam - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Pitlochry Festival Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Fish Ladder - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Bells Blair Athol Distillery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Edradour Distillery - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 79 min drive
Pitlochry Station - 3 min walk
Pitlochry Blair Atholl Station - 12 min drive
Dunkeld & Birnam Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Scotch Corner of Pitlochry - 2 min walk
The Auld Smiddy Inn - 2 min walk
Iain Burnett - the Highland Chocolatier - 12 min drive
Blair Athol Distillery - 14 min walk
Mackenzie's Coffee House - 1 min walk
About this property
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant puts you just a 5-minute drive from Cairngorms National Park. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the 2 restaurants are nice spots to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights at this Edwardian hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Polish, Romanian
At a glance
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Hotel size
39 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Adjacent to a golf course
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
Comprehensive food waste policy
Banquet hall
Edwardian architecture
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Onsite venue #2 - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.00 per person
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
McKays Hotel Bar Pitlochry
McKays Hotel Bar
McKays Bar Pitlochry
Mckays Bar & Restaurant
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant Hotel
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant Pitlochry
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant Hotel Pitlochry
Frequently asked questions
Does McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant 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 McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant.
What are the check-in and check-out times at McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring local cuisine.
What's the area around McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant like?
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant is a short 3-minute walk from Pitlochry Station and 14 minutes' walk from Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
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McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Food
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Restaurant
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great with a wide selection available and excellent quality. (23 reviews)
The property's restaurant served top-quality food with a good menu and excellent staff. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
Comfortable, clean and staff were friendly and helpful.
Karen
1-night trip
10/10
Great stay. Clean room. Excellent staff
John
1-night trip
8/10
Good friendly hotel. Centre if Pitlochry. Live music at weekend.
Morna
1-night trip
8/10
The property was excellent, staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was fantastic.
joel
1-night trip
8/10
Well worth it ..
W
1-night trip
10/10
Great service with a lovely room. Food excellent and breakfast great as well. Nice warm atmosphere in the pub as well. All in all a great place to stay
Paul
2-night trip
10/10
Excellent hotel, would recommend, just be wary of service charges on the bill.
Christine
1-night trip
10/10
Super little hotel in a lovely village, very helpful staff
Emily
1-night trip
10/10
Amazing cottage next to hotel great for families clean, friendly and great food
DARREN
1-night trip
10/10
Wonderful stay again
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
We’ve had a 2night stay, room modern comfortable and very clean, food was excellent as well
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10
The room was mordern, clean and very comfortable. Great location and good value for money. Great atmosphere in the bar
Jeanette
1-night trip
8/10
The receptionist was not friendly at all couldn’t even manage smile and had very sarcastic answers to question ie is there parking in the back? “ how should. Know I can see back there” not very welcoming!! But the hotel is good and location is good , not very comfortable bed.
Holland
1-night trip
10/10
Loved the hotel. Staff 1st class, reasonable prices. Well worth the stay. I will return again in the future.
Struthers
2-night trip
10/10
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast was lovely and good menu for dinner. Hotel very close to shops, transport etc. Great walks locally. Staff were excellent. Very friendly. Tall waiter was excellent (sorry didn't get his name) as was the receptionist. Have stayed there before and will stay there again.
Elizabeth
3-night trip
10/10
Comfortable and clean. Good location and great breakfast.
Lesley
3-night trip
10/10
Nighy away, food drinks were good, but pricey, in restaurant. Only small carpark.
Maria
1-night trip
8/10
The accommodations were great, however there was a lot of noise from the street and the windows didn’t seal properly. Not a big issue, but could be better.
Staff and food in the restaurant was excellent. I would definitely stay here again if I was in the area.
Dennis
1-night trip
10/10
Enjoyed my last minute stay at the property. The !@-receptionist changed our room to the upgraded modern rooms. The foos in the restyarnt was lovemy would recommend the chicken fajitas and the chocolate fudge cake. Will definitely be making ankther visit
Caron
1-night trip
8/10
We had a comfortable room,breakfast was great
Margaret
1-night trip
8/10
Great food, and the bed was so comfy!
Jeffrey
1-night trip
10/10
Fabulous gem in the centre of Pitlochry. We had the small double which was fine for the one night. My parents had the larger double & huge bed. Lovely Highland Soap toiletries in the toilets. The staff were really lovely and attentive. Fantastic breakfast the following morning. It would have been good to have the option of fresh fruit.
Agnes
1-night trip
10/10
Nice location
Calvin
1-night trip
10/10
Amazing all around! Rooms, food, bar. Would recommend and stay again.
Scott
1-night trip
6/10
Not as expected attick room which was at the end of what could only be described as a Rabbit warren. A new concept to me is they do not make up the room unless you ask no hot water or heating on second night Staff on the bar were very good not so sure about reception. Would not stay again.