Rather disappointing.
A fabulous location and architectural building now offering overpriced food and wine in a tired hotel looking like it might have been in the 1970s.
Filled with coach trip parties and staffed by Asians and East Europeans, it was disappointing not to find a real Scottish welcome in such a magical building.
Food was exorbitant! Over £250 for an ordinary / disappointing 3 course meal with a bottle of wine for the pair of us.
Such a shame.
After getting into our room we discovered it was an over the bath shower which was not suitable for myself, staff were very helpful and arranged another room for us with a walk in shower. Swimming pool was lovely, however, due to the ladies changing rooms being out of order there was only one disabled toilet being used as a female changing area. As it was also a wet room the floor was extremely wet making it difficult to get changed.
Kenmore is a beautiful location and the area is a stunning area of natural beauty in Scotland. That said, having stayed at this resort before, I was disappointed with the cleanliness and maintenance of not only the lodges but the leisure centre. The lodge itself had peeling wall paper and chips around light switches and old frying pans, all things which are easily maintained and/or changed. The pool area is lovely but pool was cold and one of only two showers were out of order due to a cracked base in the ladies. This was a relatively cheap break but despite this I do feel the Kenmore club is looking a little shabby and in much need of an overhaul or at least some renovation to keep up with the neighbouring hotels and lodges which are more modern and well kept
The pitlochy hydro hotel is located higher up the hill. The room are well kept and maintained. Walking down the street need about 10-15min. The hotel has a large carpark. They have waiting area (also smoking areas) they have pools for u to enjoy as well
On arrival we were allocated a very small, went back to reception and this was sorted. My gripe is the now £10.00 per day parking charge. However you can park elsewhere for free. This will now make choosing the Angus hotel as not a first option as the main reason for going is the spa facilities unfortunately they are now getting tired and in need of TLC as is the hotel.
Great little hotel in the very middle of nowhere. Limited options for food but breakfast was ok. All staff very friendly including at the spa. The spa is a little basic but nice enough.
Watch out for the Half Board SCAM. Half board means an evening Meal. However it seems you have an allowance only and if you go over you get a bill at the end of your stay. Terrible.