The strongest points of the hotel are the setting, the quietness and the friendliness of the staff. The weaker points seem to be caused by the pressures that the staff experience on occasion, slowing down responses and causing minor hiccups. The hotel is physically based on a Scottish Baronial house but there are now too many residents when it's full... More

I've been staying here for many years and I have never been disappointed. I recently travelled to Scotland for a funeral with my young son and we had a lovely stay with the staff going out of their way to find something that 'might suit sir' for dinner instead of the adult fine cuisine. The breakfasts are legendary, I cannot... More

Ballathie advertise afternoon teas as being 'daily'. However having travelled 10 miles for this (on a Friday) we were turned away as they said they only had capacity to deal with a booked wedding. Another couple were also turned away. They should be clear on their website that their afternoon teas, kitchen and bar etc is only available when not... More

We stayed in the Riverside rooms, away from the main hotel with a view over the river. The standard was high, the service good and the surroundings very picturesque and relaxing. The breakfast room was very enjoyable and it's a lovely place to have a walk if the weather's fine. Beyond that it is down to my personal taste as... More

We've sampled afternoon tea here before, and it didn't disappoint yesterday. The sandwiches were heavenly. The scones still warm from the oven. The dainty cakes home made and too tempting! The hotel is lovely. It's set in its own grounds on the bank of the river Tay. It's a very special place and well worth a visit.

My husband and I stayed for the night for dinner, bed and breakfast in the Riverside building. What a thoroughly charming hotel. The service from the staff and attention to the little details is why the fine service is really special. The menu had us mouthing-watering and our meal was superb. As for the wine, Ballathie has an experienced sommelier.... More

We stayed at balathie on Saturday evening and this time stayed in the riverside building in suite 1. Lovely accommodation with one wee slight problem which was dealt with promptly by the very pleasant housekeeper. We had our food in the bistro where we were entertained by the manager Jody! Great customer service skills and once again excellent food. If... More

I attended the wedding reception of my nephew Andrew Renwick and his lovely wife Dr Suzi Reid. I could not fault the efficient and attentive staff who kept the level of service high throughout the day and evening. The reception was in a large semi permanent marquee off the main building. The entrance to it was narrow and involved going... More

Stayed 1 night for Dinner B&B. Room was in Riverside suite . What a delightful experience it all was. Thoroughly recommend this fine, old established country hotel on the banks of the river Tay. Food , wine and fine service from all of the staff was really special and not to be missed. Dinner was Guinea fowl starter followed by... More