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The Atholl Palace

Perth Rd
Rated 8.2 in 1576 reviews

The Atholl Palace is a storied hotel located in the scenic town of Pitlochry, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. This grand establishment is renowned for its striking baronial architecture, which is reminiscent of a castle, and offers guests a timeless blend of traditional elegance and modern comfort. Nestled amidst expansive, well-kept gardens and woodlands, The Atholl Palace provides a serene retreat with commanding views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Inside, the hotel retains its historic charm with richly decorated interiors, featuring antique furnishings, period details, and cozy fireplaces. Guests can enjoy a range of accommodations that provide a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, each equipped with modern amenities to ensure a pleasant stay. The on-site restaurant serves a variety of local and international dishes, with an emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients that highlight the flavors of the region.

The Atholl Palace also boasts a spa and wellness center, offering a variety of treatments designed to rejuvenate the body and mind. The indoor swimming pool, sauna, and fitness facilities provide additional options for relaxation and leisure.

For those interested in exploring, the hotel's location in Pitlochry offers convenient access to a wealth of outdoor activities including hiking, cycling, and fishing. Additionally, cultural attractions such as historic castles, whisky distilleries, and local festivals provide rich experiences for visitors.

Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a base for Highland adventures, The Atholl Palace offers a memorable experience in a truly picturesque setting.

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Climate and Weather

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Michelin Restaurants in Pitlochry and near The Atholl Palace

Blair Athol distillery
Blair Athol distillery
Whisky distillery in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
290m / 320yd
Edradour distillery
Edradour distillery
Whisky distillery in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
1.1km / 0.68mi
Pitlochry Church of Scotland
Pitlochry Church of Scotland
Church in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.51mi
Black Castle of Moulin
Black Castle of Moulin
Castle in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
0.9km / 0.54mi
Pitlochry Dam and Power Station
Pitlochry Dam and Power Station
Hydroelectric power station in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
1.3km / 0.79mi
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Perth Road, Pitlochry
Church building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
320m / 350yd
SALTIRE AWARD FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION 1981
Heritage organization
2.1km / 1.3mi
Tenandry Church
Tenandry Church
Church in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
5km / 3.1mi
Aberfeldy Distillery
Aberfeldy Distillery
Whisky distillery in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
11.6km / 7.2mi
Blair Castle
Blair Castle
Country house in Blair Atholl, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
11.5km / 7.1mi
Castle Menzies
Castle Menzies
Castle in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
13.9km / 8.6mi
Birks Cinema
Birks Cinema
Cinema in Aberfeldy, Scotland
12.7km / 7.9mi
Falls of Moness
Falls of Moness
Waterfall in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
14.5km / 9mi
Camserney Mill
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
15.5km / 9.6mi
51st Highland Division War Memorial at House of Bruar, Bruar Bridge,
51st Highland Division War Memorial at House of Bruar, Bruar Bridge,
War memorial in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
14.9km / 9.3mi
Dunkeld Cathedral
Dunkeld Cathedral
Church in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
17.2km / 10.7mi
Monument to 6th Duke of Atholl, The Cross, Dunkeld
Monument to 6th Duke of Atholl, The Cross, Dunkeld
Monument in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
17.2km / 10.7mi
Falls of the Braan
Falls of the Braan
Waterfall in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
17.5km / 10.9mi
Dull Parish Church
Church building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
16.7km / 10.4mi
Birnam Oak
Birnam Oak
Quercus petraea in Birnam, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
18km / 11.2mi
Scottish Wildlife Trust
Organization in Scotland, UK
17.2km / 10.7mi
Ossian's Hall of Mirrors
Ossian's Hall of Mirrors
Building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
17.3km / 10.8mi
Dunkeld and Birnam railway station
Dunkeld and Birnam railway station
Railway station in Birnam, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
18.3km / 11.4mi
Taymouth Castle
Taymouth Castle
Castle in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
19.9km / 12.4mi
Comrie Castle
Comrie Castle
Tower house in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
18.7km / 11.6mi
Croft Moraig
Croft Moraig
Stone circle in the county Perthshire, Scotland
18.5km / 11.5mi
Dalnaglar Castle
Dalnaglar Castle
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
20.9km / 13mi
Clunie Parish Church
Church building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
21.4km / 13.3mi
St Catherine's Tower
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
21.1km / 13.1mi
Kenmore Parish Church
Kenmore Parish Church
Church building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
21.6km / 13.4mi
Dunalastair House
Dunalastair House
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
23.7km / 14.8mi
Càrn na Marbh
Bronze Age tumulus
23.5km / 14.6mi
Steeds Stalls Roman Camp
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
22.6km / 14.1mi
Fortingall Yew
Fortingall Yew
Tree in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK; one of the world's oldest European yews
23.4km / 14.5mi
Scottish Crannog Centre
Scottish Crannog Centre
Museum in Kenmore, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, United Kingdom
22.8km / 14.2mi
Fortar Castle
Fortar Castle
Castle in Angus, Scotland, UK
24.4km / 15.1mi
Robert Nicoll's Monument, Little Tullybelton
Memorial in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
25.1km / 15.6mi
Glenshee Ski Centre
Glenshee Ski Centre
Largest ski resort in Scotland
27.8km / 17.3mi
Oatbank Crannog
Crannog on Loch Tay, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
26.4km / 16.4mi
Cargill, Roman fort
Roman fort in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
29.4km / 18.3mi
The Old Church Of Rannoch, Kinloch Rannoch
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
28.5km / 17.7mi
Dugald Buchanan Memorial
Dugald Buchanan Memorial
Monument in Kinloch Rannoch, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK commemorating Dugald Buchanan, Scottish poet and translator
28.6km / 17.8mi
Meikleour Beech Hedges
Meikleour Beech Hedges
Hedge in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
28.7km / 17.8mi

What to do in Pitlochry and near The Atholl Palace

Blair Athol distillery
Blair Athol distillery
Whisky distillery in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
290m / 320yd
Edradour distillery
Edradour distillery
Whisky distillery in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
1.1km / 0.68mi
Pitlochry Church of Scotland
Pitlochry Church of Scotland
Church in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.51mi
Black Castle of Moulin
Black Castle of Moulin
Castle in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
0.9km / 0.54mi
Pitlochry Dam and Power Station
Pitlochry Dam and Power Station
Hydroelectric power station in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
1.3km / 0.79mi
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Perth Road, Pitlochry
Church building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
320m / 350yd
SALTIRE AWARD FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION 1981
Heritage organization
2.1km / 1.3mi
Tenandry Church
Tenandry Church
Church in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
5km / 3.1mi
Aberfeldy Distillery
Aberfeldy Distillery
Whisky distillery in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
11.6km / 7.2mi
Blair Castle
Blair Castle
Country house in Blair Atholl, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
11.5km / 7.1mi
Castle Menzies
Castle Menzies
Castle in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
13.9km / 8.6mi
Birks Cinema
Birks Cinema
Cinema in Aberfeldy, Scotland
12.7km / 7.9mi
Falls of Moness
Falls of Moness
Waterfall in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
14.5km / 9mi
Camserney Mill
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
15.5km / 9.6mi
51st Highland Division War Memorial at House of Bruar, Bruar Bridge,
51st Highland Division War Memorial at House of Bruar, Bruar Bridge,
War memorial in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
14.9km / 9.3mi
Dunkeld Cathedral
Dunkeld Cathedral
Church in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
17.2km / 10.7mi
Monument to 6th Duke of Atholl, The Cross, Dunkeld
Monument to 6th Duke of Atholl, The Cross, Dunkeld
Monument in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
17.2km / 10.7mi
Falls of the Braan
Falls of the Braan
Waterfall in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
17.5km / 10.9mi
Dull Parish Church
Church building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
16.7km / 10.4mi
Birnam Oak
Birnam Oak
Quercus petraea in Birnam, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
18km / 11.2mi
Scottish Wildlife Trust
Organization in Scotland, UK
17.2km / 10.7mi
Ossian's Hall of Mirrors
Ossian's Hall of Mirrors
Building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
17.3km / 10.8mi
Dunkeld and Birnam railway station
Dunkeld and Birnam railway station
Railway station in Birnam, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
18.3km / 11.4mi
Taymouth Castle
Taymouth Castle
Castle in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
19.9km / 12.4mi
Comrie Castle
Comrie Castle
Tower house in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
18.7km / 11.6mi
Croft Moraig
Croft Moraig
Stone circle in the county Perthshire, Scotland
18.5km / 11.5mi
Dalnaglar Castle
Dalnaglar Castle
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
20.9km / 13mi
Clunie Parish Church
Church building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
21.4km / 13.3mi
St Catherine's Tower
Architectural structure in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
21.1km / 13.1mi
Kenmore Parish Church
Kenmore Parish Church
Church building in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK
21.6km / 13.4mi

About Pitlochry

Pitlochry, located in the heart of Scotland, offers a range of activities and attractions that cater to various interests. One of the most notable features of the area is its natural beauty, with stunning landscapes that provide ample opportunities for walking and hiking. The nearby Ben Vrackie is a popular hike that rewards visitors with panoramic views of the surrounding hills and lochs.

For those interested in culture and history, the Pitlochry Festival Theatre presents a diverse program of performances, making it a cultural hub in the region. The theatre is situated by the River Tummel, enhancing the scenic experience of attending a show. Additionally, the Edradour Distillery, one of Scotland's smallest distilleries, offers tours that delve into the whisky-making process, allowing visitors to sample some local spirits.

Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Tummel Valley, which provides various activities such as canoeing, fishing, and cycling. The Queen's View, a renowned lookout point, offers stunning vistas of Loch Tummel and the surrounding countryside, making it a worthwhile stop for photographers and nature lovers.

For a more leisurely activity, the Pitlochry Dam and Fish Ladder is an interesting site to visit. The fish ladder allows salmon to navigate the dam, and observing this natural phenomenon can be both educational and enjoyable. In the town itself, local shops and cafes offer a taste of Scottish hospitality, where visitors can enjoy traditional fare and unique crafts.

Overall, Pitlochry is a destination that balances outdoor adventure with cultural experiences, making it a pleasant place to explore.




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