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Macdonald Houstoun House

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and health club

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and natural light.
Cozy room with a stone fireplace, two armchairs, and a small table, featuring framed artworks and a mounted deer head.
Stroll through the serene garden, flanked by ornate benches and lush greenery.
Relax in comfort with a large bed and a side table featuring a lamp and a vase with flowers.
Stroll through lush gardens to a classic building with a picturesque view from the windows.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is £148
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Standard Twin) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Standard Twin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 3) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 3)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Double) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Double)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Four Poster) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Four Poster)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed (Standard Single)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
Uphall, Broxburn, Scotland, EH52 6JS

What's nearby

  • Livingston Designer Outlet - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Linlithgow Palace - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Royal Highland Centre - 11 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Park - 12 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Edinburgh Zoo - 17 min drive - 12.5 miles

Getting around

  • Uphall Station - 3 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Oatridge Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Saltire - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grand Central - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aldos Fish Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Houstoun House

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Linlithgow Palace
Located close to Five Sisters Zoo and Edinburgh International Climbing Arena Ratho, Macdonald Houstoun House provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a massage, a body wrap and a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Tower Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a health club.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), tennis courts and express check-out
  • Express check-in, smoke-free property and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 71 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Tower Restaurant
  • The Vaulted Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1600
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 24 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Houstoun House
Macdonald Houstoun
Macdonald Houstoun House
Macdonald Houstoun House Broxburn
Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel Broxburn
Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel
Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel
Macdonald Houstoun House Broxburn
Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel Broxburn

Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Houstoun House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Houstoun House?

As of 22 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Houstoun House on 27 Jul 2025 start from £148.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Macdonald Houstoun House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Macdonald Houstoun House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Houstoun House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Macdonald Houstoun House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Macdonald Houstoun House located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Linlithgow Palace, Royal Highland Centre and Linlithgow Golf Club. Five Sisters Zoo and Forth Road Bridge are also within 9 mi (15 km). Uphall Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Macdonald Houstoun House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gordon

Great hotel comfy room and bed great food. Decor needs a little update as does bar area but overall a great place to be
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place for a relaxing stay..staff are great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was very nice and the amenities were great. Also, the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Giorgi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay! Peaceful location, friendly staff, clean rooms, and great food. Would happily stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique historical and beautiful gardens Staff were so professional and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great service with friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grounds, spa and dog friendly. Staff were welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hsiu-Fen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the history (can ask for the literature of the place if interested), architecture, marvelous garden/landscape, clean, quite, and fantastic cold and hot breakfast!! Staff are friendly too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked during the marathon weekend and the price was relatively cheap compared to others in the area - breakfast was also included so that makes it even better. Good place to stay to get into Edinburgh as the bus stop was right outside so overall a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice stay. Perfect location to visit surrounding areas. Grounds are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel and grounds. Staff was amazing. Loved pre stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mégan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel and staff where friendly and extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a really nice experience. Friendly welcome at check in, lovely cooked and continental breakfast and a nice time in the pool/sauna and steam room. Would say the hotel needs a little TLC in places, but had a really nice experience overall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Clean rooms, friendly staff, and a good location. Comfortable stay with nice amenities. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing hotel to stay at. First time in Edinburgh, this hotel had great history and beautiful grounds. The staff on reception were very helpful especially Chloe who went out of her way to upgrade our rooms & chat to us too! Also really enjoyed the leisure facilities. Didn’t want to leave! Our beds were very comfy- I will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were just here for one night before flying out of Edinburgh. It was a great alternative to higher priced hotels near the airport. There is a bus stop right outside this quaint spa-resort. It was clean, cozy, and well-maintained. I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sleep great food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and lovely staff. Nice to have an informal bar with dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

The whole property needs cleaning, renovating, refurbishing. The paint peels off the outside wallls, the windows need renovating, the bathroom had mould in msby places, the carpet in the corridors is worn. We were on the second floor and nobody offered help to carry luggage. The restaurant was advertised as gaving scottish food with a midern twist, but it was standard pub food, 50% indian dishes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

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

Great hotel

Very nice hotel and great food apart from no haggis available
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

TALIN

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Being our first time in Scotland, I booked this hotel based on the authenticity and heritage of the site and building. The grounds are beautiful! I have nothing to say about it My disappointment was really for some of the service and amenities aspects and the condition of the rooms. I recommend adding a small fridge and coffee/espresso machine in the rooms and easier access to ice etc...The rooms could be renovated as they were worn out. Other than that I enjoyed the stay. Thank you! Hamlet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious quiet hotel. Amazing staff would stay again if driving towards Edinburgh.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel stayed with work def will use again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025