Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel is a true Scottish classic. Perched above the town of Dunblane, our historic hotel combines sweeping architecture with warm, welcoming interiors. Relax in spacious rooms, take a dip in the pool or enjoy seasonal dishes at The Kailyard Restaurant. With easy access to Stirling, Edinburgh and Glasgow, we’re perfectly placed for getaways that balance relaxation with discovery.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Sustainability

This property has 4 third-party sustainability certifications.
Green Tourism
Green Tourism
ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management system
ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management system
Certified by: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
ISO 50001:2018 Energy management systems
ISO 50001:2018 Energy management systems
Certified by: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems
ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems
Certified by: DEKRA Certification, Inc.

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Alex
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent staff & very helpful with everything
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very good choice of breakfast food. There are plenty of option on gluten free food for my wife. Good accessibility for my wife using the wheelchair and the bedroom.
William
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Reception efficient. Room found easily. Used room only at night time as in Dunblane for a family affair, so more than adequate.
Jeremy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very nice and imposing property. Enjoyed the ambiance. Facilities were great and the bedroom very comfortable.
Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Stunning views from hilltop. Very nice surroundings
Catherine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The food was fantastic, the warmth in the hotel was ideal, the brand of toiletries are luxurious and they staff were attentive professional and friendly at all times.
Elaine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location is stunning, breakfast was delicious, rooms were clean and bed super comfy! Only issue was the broken hair dryer & no hot water for showers in the morning.
W
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful buildings Hard working staff Excellent breakfast
Simon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This historic building is in a commanding position with great views. It’s a pretty sumptuous place with great seating areas and a really good breakfast. The staff were very professional and welcoming.
Maggie
South Africa South Africa
Absolutely gorgeous location and presence. And yes, in places it looks a tad tired....but the overall grandeur is what remains. N/

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Kailyard by Nick Nairn
  • Cuisine
    British

House rules

Apex Dunblane Hydro takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Family Policy:

Kids 12 and under eat breakfast for £7.95 and dinner for £8.95 2 course or £10.95 3 course from children’s menu. Adult dining rates apply for kids 13+. Children’s dining fees apply regardless of room package selected for adults.

Please note that guests staying on dinner inclusive rates can enjoy a 2-course dinner in The Kailyard by Nick Nairn choosing from all non-supplement items. Pre-booking a table in advance is essential.

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 35 per stay applies. Pets are not allowed in the restaurant and in the bar. Only small-sized pets are allowed.