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The Stirling Highland Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, steps from Old Town Jail

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Exterior
Property amenity
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

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29 Spittal Street, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 1DU
  • Place, Stirling Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Stirling
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, National Wallace Monument
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard King Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Double or King

Deluxe Double or King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Stirling

The Stirling Highland Hotel puts you in the heart of Stirling, within steps of Tolbooth and Old Town Jail. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Leisure Club can include deep-tissue massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, Scholars Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Headmasters Study is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Enjoy the gym, sauna and pool loungers as well as access to aerobics classes. 1302 square feet (121 square metres) of event facilities include 6 meeting rooms and conference space. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Stirling hotel include Smith Art Gallery and Museum and Stirling Castle.

What's nearby

  • Old Town Jail - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tolbooth - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stirling Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Stirling - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • National Wallace Monument - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Stirling Station - 13 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Portcullis - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Crossed Peels (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Molly Malones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪No 2 Baker Street - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nicky Tams - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Stirling Highland Hotel

Hotel with a full-service spa, steps from Old Town Jail
The Stirling Highland Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 1302 square feet (121 square metres) and includes conference space. A sauna, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly The Stirling Highland Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Stirling hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 96 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1302 sq ft of conference space
  • 121 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Stirling Highland Hotel offers 96 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Stirling hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Leisure Club has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 to 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Headmasters Study
  • Scholars Restaurant

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,302 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 to 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 to 12 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

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

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Highland Hotel Stirling
Highland Stirling
Highland Stirling Hotel
Hotel Stirling
Hotel Stirling Highland
Stirling Highland
Stirling Highland Hotel
Barcelo Stirling
The Stirling Highland Hotel Scotland
The Stirling Highland
The Stirling Highland Hotel Hotel
The Stirling Highland Hotel Stirling
The Stirling Highland Hotel Hotel Stirling

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

The Stirling Highland Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

Yep, The Stirling Highland Hotel has a self car park for GBP 10 per day.

Is there a spa on site at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

Yep, Leisure Club is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does The Stirling Highland Hotel have a pool?

The Stirling Highland Hotel has a pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

What luxury perks are available at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

The Stirling Highland Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does The Stirling Highland Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors love the buffet breakfast here! Offered weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

No, The Stirling Highland Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Stirling Highland Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Stirling Golf Club is a short 7-minute walk away.

Reviews

The Stirling Highland Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 525 out of 1046 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1046 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1046 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1046 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1046 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the Highland Hotel at the last minute due to a change of plans because of Storm Amy. We were very happy with the room and the service we received, it's a lovely old hotel in a great spot for exploring Stirling Castle and the township. Parking was reasonably priced and on-site.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Majestic Victorian pile. Busy at check-in, comfortable rooms but lighting was very dim which made it difficult to see. Hot buffet breakfast £14/ head was OK, but the coffee was undrinkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kath

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Booked dinner and breakfast when we arrived but the restaurant had no note of our booking and tried to charge for dinner. Rooms need to be updated especially the bathroom. Breakfast was ok, scrambled eggs were burnt both mornings we were there. On leaving they tried to charge us for dinner again. Poor service overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Miss

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mick, Snells Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location right in town, older hotel but good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nick

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

8/10 Good

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet was good and a helpful staff, the building and leisure facilities were nice and a good massage. Walkable access to dining, shopping and the castle. Bed comfort needs upgrade, the room itself needs upgrade including fridge
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Very comfortable bed in spacious bedroom. Plenty choice for breakfast and hotel in ideal location for Castle and shops. Really enjoyed our stay. Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in took far to long, only one person dealing with many arrivals.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Luana

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Fran

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

Car park and breakfast

I loved the hotel itself the staff were really nice on check in. However to discover the car park was £10 per night just because we booked with hotel.com and if we had have booked through the hotel itself it was free, so any discount you receive by booking through third part bookings the hotel claws this back by charging the car park fee. Also breakfast was horrendous, tjey ran out of bread so no toast they also ran out of breakfast itself had to wait for more to be cooked, then the bacon was pale and white fat. Uuuggghhh. It was cold and miserable. Worse hotel breakfast ever. Then the residence bar was locked at 10:30 and the staff although said they didnt mind giving ua a drink it was very apparent they were not happy. They told us to look for the night porter for another if we wanted one. Who was no where to be seen. It is such a pity because its a lovely hotel and staff were grand. If this was improved on it would have been a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tired and dated hotel with rooms needing an upgrade especially the bathrooms. Food was adequate but restaurants did have menu options missing each night which is very poor. In a great location and good parking and can't fault the staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the history of the building. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is walking distance from Stirling Castle and has easy parking which is great. There are lots of dining options within walking distance as well. The pool was great for a dip after a day out. However the room where breakfast is served was very hot and stuffy and the breakfast was pretty ordinary. Ran out of scrambled eggs! Overall a fantastic place to stay in Stirling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and tidy. Breakfast had numerous options. We went back to the hotel for our wedding anniversary and there was a nice card and chocolates for us in the room which was a lovely, personalised touch. The bar didn’t have any of the beer pumps on and we had to pay extra to use the spa facilities which we didn’t have to do previously. Would still return as the hotel is right in the centre and overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Theron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The exterior of the property is beautiful and the staff are very helpful and polite. Unfortunately the stay was let down by old room interiors, combined with dirty appliances (blowdryer was covered in hair) and broken appliances (iron fell apart when used. Sadly wouldn’t recommend compared to other hotels of the same calibre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gavin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Kettle smelt like fish, no ac and felt old and out dated. Tried to go to the bar/resturaunt, never got service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The receptionist Eilidh was a star! She went over and above with providing amazing customer service by spending ages trying to locate a room we wanted. Well done Eilidh. She is a credit to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025