The Abbotsford

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Bracklinn Falls Bridge and Callander Crags

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Exterior
Lounge
Deluxe Suite | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge
Classic Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (2 Ground) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Stirling Road, Callander, Scotland, FK17 8DA
  • Place, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Callander - Balquhidder Trail
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bracklinn Falls Bridge and Callander Crags
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)

Room options

Deluxe Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (2 Ground)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (1 Ground Level)

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, Ensuite (5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Callander

Bracklinn Falls Bridge and Callander Crags is a short stroll from The Abbotsford , and other popular attractions like Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 4-star hotel has 13 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Callander Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Callander - Balquhidder Trail - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bracklinn Falls Bridge and Callander Crags - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Galleria Luti - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dunblane Station - 17 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mhor Bread Bakery & Tea Room - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Riverside Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Desh - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Venachar Lochside - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lade Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Abbotsford

Hotel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Bracklinn Falls Bridge and Callander Crags
Guests staying at The Abbotsford enjoy free WiFi in public areas, local meal delivery service, and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This hotel also has a fireplace in the lobby.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include electric kettles, free tea bags/instant coffee, and local meal delivery service. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 5 per person
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1890
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property allows no late check-in whatsoever.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 6 and younger (only guests older than 6 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 5 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Abbotsford Callander
Abbotsford Lodge
Abbotsford Lodge Callander
Abbotsford Lodge Callander, Scotland
The Abbotsford
Abbotsford Lodge
The Abbotsford Hotel
The Abbotsford Callander
The Abbotsford Hotel Callander

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of The Abbotsford ?

This hotel in Callander is within a 10-minute walk of Callander - Balquhidder Trail, Bracklinn Falls Bridge and Callander Crags, and Callander Golf Club. You'll also find Galleria Luti and Great Trossachs Path - East less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Abbotsford ?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does The Abbotsford feature a casino at the property?

No, The Abbotsford doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Abbotsford ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Abbotsford good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a meal delivery service as well as a restaurant and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Abbotsford ?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Abbotsford have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Abbotsford serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Abbotsford allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Abbotsford .

Are there connecting rooms at The Abbotsford ?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Abbotsford ?

The closest major airport to The Abbotsford is Glasgow International Airport (GLA), which is about 27.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Abbotsford ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Abbotsford .

The Abbotsford Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 403 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 403 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 403 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 403 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 403 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

M S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was nice & clean staff were excellent breakfast was great parking also ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room, very comfortable, with easy parking. Dinner and breakfast were excellent with friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, good breakfast, ample parking. Booked evening meal On arrival
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good parking and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place with great staff. Room comfortable and breakfast great. Location and parking all good. Only issue is that the top floor is accessed by a flight of small steep stairs, not a problem unless you are ageing or have heavy bags. Other than that very nice, would return… but not to the top floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful stay. Ideal location for the Trossachs. Easy to park. Lovely building, nicely set back from road, so quiet. All very clean. Excellent breakfast options (discounted rate for residents). Good value for money. Above all, staff were brilliant, courteous, helpful & efficient, made us feel most welcome. Thoroughly recommended, many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

Great stay to break up your journey

Great stay. Nice room with tea/ coffee etc and it’s always good to have a tunnocks caramel bar. All staff were friendly and helpful. Excellent breakfast , also had an evening meal which again was very good. Definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night but our room was lovely and very clean, staff were very friendly and helpful, food was delicious. Highly recommend and would love to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
classy place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Georgianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Food was great also the staff but booked a deluxe room paying £40 more than my sister's standard room and there was no difference in fact the standard room bathroom was bigger so a bit disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Two nights in Trossachs…

Small room with uncomfortable hard bed…. Food good…hotel tired…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Excellent stay

Lovely small hotel, staff are very friendly and efficient, great food in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. The day of our checkout we had to leave the place quite early so we asked to get breakfast before 8.30AM. No chance. Breakfast opens at 8.30 and not one minute before. No exceptions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

Well worth a visit

All staff where so welcoming and professional breakfast amazing and the comfort of the room excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Ambridge family

The best part of our stay was the friendy staff. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Food lovely. Loved the porridge.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tze Pin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great night stay in this old-looking building. The deco inside the building is very Scottish. The room came with 2 sparkling water and chocolate snack. One minus point is the clothes hanging place is small, there’s no cupboard. The location is 15min drive to Stirling Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for hiking. Stayed here 30 years ago ! Great breakfast for £7.50 pp Staff friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing small hotel with great food and very helpful receptionists. Comfortable rooms and very quiet at night. Walkable to the centre. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are wonderful - very helpful and friendly. Room 3, as a deluxe double, was very dark and small, especially the distance between toilet and shower unit which would not make sitting down possible for anyone above average height! The dinner was excellent. Breakfast was good but 8.30 is a very late start. Disappointing that porridge with fruit involved a teaspoonful of defrosted fruit at the height of Scottish berry season.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025