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Balbirnie House

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel with a restaurant and a bar

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Exterior
Standard Room (Double-Twin) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated
Restaurant
Restaurant
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Balbirnie Park Markinch, Glenrothes, Scotland, KY76NE
  • Place, Lomond Hills
  • Place, Bongos Soft Play Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Falkland Palace
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room (Double-Twin) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Room (Double-Twin)

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

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Standard Room (Double-Twin) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room (Double-Twin)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

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

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Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Glenrothes

Located 2 mi (3.3 km) from Bongos Soft Play Centre, Balbirnie House is within a 10-minute drive of Fife Ice Arena. This 4-star hotel has 30 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Bongos Soft Play Centre - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Skydive St. Andrews - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Falkland Palace - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Leven Beach - 13 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 49 min drive - 37.6 miles

Getting around

  • Markinch Station - 4 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Handi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Acorn (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Balbirnie House

Georgian hotel with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of Balbirnie House enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a business center. Self parking is offered for GBP 10 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this golf hotel include coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and wedding services.
42-inch plasma TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 19.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Library Bar
  • Orangery

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Books
  • Golf
  • Golf caddies
  • Library
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1777
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 40.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per stay
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 19.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per stay

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, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Visa Checkout
Cashless transactions are available
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: 2 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), 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, debit cards, and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Mobile payment options include: Visa Checkout.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Balbirnie
Balbirnie House
Balbirnie House Glenrothes
Balbirnie House Hotel
Balbirnie House Hotel Glenrothes
Balbirnie House Hotel Markinch
Balbirnie House Hotel
Balbirnie House Glenrothes
Balbirnie House Hotel Glenrothes

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Balbirnie House?

Balbirnie House offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Balbirnie House?

This hotel is located in Glenrothes, close to Falkland Palace, Lomond Hills, and Fife Ice Arena. Bongos Soft Play Centre is also within a driving distance of 3.2 mi.

Will I be able to park at Balbirnie House?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 10 per night. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Balbirnie House feature a casino on the premises?

No, Balbirnie House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Balbirnie House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Balbirnie House?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a garden-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Balbirnie House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Balbirnie House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Balbirnie House serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Orangery.

Will Balbirnie House allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Balbirnie House for a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Balbirnie House?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Balbirnie House?

The closest major airport to Balbirnie House is Dundee (DND), which is 26.5 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is around 19.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Balbirnie House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Balbirnie House.

Does Balbirnie House have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Balbirnie House if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Reviews

Balbirnie House Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 279 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Enchanting

ENCHANTING!, lovely setting, several beautiful lounges.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay at this wonderful and peaceful hotel. Beware of the dog (charge) - it’s expensive at £25 per pet per night. Otherwise one of our very favourite places to come and relax!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moray

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

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant surroundings, beautiful building. perfect grounds. I had a single room only which was very nice and bright with strong water pressure. Would stay again. Maybe i misunderstood but adding breakfast would add £ 40.... Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally a lovely location and grounds. Had park and pay that needed cancelled on check in, but my guests had to pay. No elevator.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay and relax
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Business traveler

Good but not excellent

Superb grounds, lovely garden, comfortable room. Suggest they think about their dining room music as technobeat not favourite with the pensioner market!! One or two minor maintenance issues - basin pop up plug & escutcheon. Very helpful staff Really irritating experience with EVcharger— not hotel’s fault but part of the reason we chose it. Restaurant prides itself on good Scottish food : public health / short life span contribution could be to offer more included vegetables!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff and grounds were fabulous. Rooms very tired and need upgrading
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Brian

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

Fantastic hotel for visiting sites in Fife

Fantastic hotel. Wonderful staff, food, service and setting. 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent choice beautiful stately home decor dated but beautiful period staff very obliging bedroom well serviced with a very modern shower.breakfast superb with a large and varied choice highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

Lots of potential

Amazing house. Large rooms, but awkwardly set up. Bath only, no shower. No conditioner in shower, no easy place for hair dryer. Pretty dusty room. But there is a lot of potential here with some minor tweaks for a better guest experience. I’d recommend management to spend a few nights in the hotel to pick up on these small things.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinclair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I must say it was a very good Daniel was very helpful 👍 much better than the last time I stayed here and the night staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

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

Give me a lift

Lovely room staff friendly and helpful five star but let down with no lift
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was lovely place
Harry also loved his stay 😂
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

A great experience

So many positives: stunning grounds, beautiful property, fantastic restaurant and amazing staff. Negatives: The bed was far too soft and marks on furniture. Still deserves a 5 Star for overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

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

A little piece of tranquility

Lovely hotel as a perfect place of calm through a family bereavement. Staff are superb - so friendly, accommodating and helpful. Cosy room - just what was needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Business trip and looked for a Hotel to relax after a long day and this Hotel ticked all the boxes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Sinclair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This has been are first experience of this hotel unfortunately the coffee machine didn't work and the shower didn't have have hot water The staff were very friendly and helpful,couldn't do enoughfor you. But unfortunately after spending over a hundred for the night you would expect the
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024