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Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a health club and a 24-hour front desk

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This historic district property offers a peaceful getaway at DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro. Enjoy on-site golfing, manager's reception, or garden strolls. Relax in the sauna and steam room after activities. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym

Room options

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Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Plus Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Double Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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Interior

Family Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4
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About the neighborhood

Map
FK15 0HG, Dunblane, Perth Road

What's nearby

  • University of Stirling - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Stirling Castle - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • National Wallace Monument - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • OVO Hydro - 42 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Loch Lomond - 59 min drive - 68.0 km

Getting around

  • Dunblane Station - 11 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Kailyard
  • Tappit Hen
  • Westerton Arms
  • Buttercup Cafe
  • The Meadowpark

About this property

Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel

Upscale hotel near Stirling Castle
At Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel, you can look forward to golfing on site, a terrace, and a garden. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Kailyard by Nick Nair, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • A 24-hour front desk, 9 meeting rooms, and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 200 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults and GBP 9.75 to 19.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Kailyard by Nick Nair

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11,000 square feet of conference space
  • 9 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet (27 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (40 inches high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1878
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Meals are not included in Breakfast or Half Board rates for children ages 12 and under. Breakfast is available on site for the listed surcharge and dinner is available from GBP 8.95 from children's menu. Adult dining rates apply for 13 years old and above. Guests with breakfast and dinner or half board rate plans must book meals in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 5 and younger eat free breakfast
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 19.50 to 19.50 for adults, and GBP 9.75 to 19.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

DoubleTree Hilton Dunblane Hydro Hotel
DoubleTree Hilton Hydro Hotel
DoubleTree Hilton Dunblane Hydro
DoubleTree Hilton Hydro
DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro Dunblane
DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro Hotel Dunblane

Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dunblane Museum, Cathedral Museum, and Dunblane Cathedral. Ben Gunn's Cave is 1.9 mi (3 km) away. Dunblane Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and friendly, helpful staff. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Breakfast was superb, the room was clean and the staff were very friendly and we had no problems with parking, I will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are a bit tired. Great building.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a last minute booking for us but we were so happy with our stay. Beautiful location and facility. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Last minute emergency booking and had a good rate (modern section). Comfy bed, decor and bathroom were okay. Easy walk to town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

ritchie

Disliked: Amenities
Needs a refurb
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Amenities
A very acceptable short stay. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

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

Lovely vintage hotel

Lovely vintage hotel with character. We had a very relaxing overnight stay. Comfortable king size bed and lovely complementary toiletries in the large en-suite bathroom..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 3rd time staying over at Dunblane Hydro and it never disappoints. Staff were all friendly, food in restaurant was excellent and the room was clean and comfortable. Several areas to sit and relax. Wouldn't hesitate to return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice location with lovely walks nearby. Very nice local food served in the hotel restuarant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs KE

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

Great last minute booking

Very comfortable room and beds. Excellent breakfast and dinner options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very friendly and helpful, and room was very clean and comfortable. The leisure facilities are not big enough for a hotel of its size so quite busy - Great for splashing with the kids, not great for a relaxing couples weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vivien

Liked: Cleanliness
Good comfortable beds. Felt it looked a bit tired in the public areas. A wee bit TLC required.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the situation of the property, and places available around it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Morag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean looked over the front of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend stay and ideally located
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sindhuja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Up to standard and rooms were nice. There was a function on during our first night but it only meant we had to park further away but it was only an inconvenience for a day. Food was great and the room was very clean and a great size for what we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely and elegant building. Dining was exceptional as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It looks like they are renovating the property. We were disappointed with a room that had not been updated and it was quite outdated, very basic. The facade of the building was impressive, the staff was very accomidating, the gym was large and the pool was in good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place 👍 they had a great bar and live music. Enjoyed our room, comfortable bed. However, there was some construction that was a bit of a nuisance and the hallway had some missing ceiling tile that exposed pipes. We did not see anyone working on it for 2 days of our stay. Still, overall it was not a bad place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Great one night stay.

The staff were all attentive, extremely friendly and more than helpful with any requests. Love music was excellent, table service from the bar all for less than the coat of a budget chain hotel in Inverness. Really impressive surrounding area/grounds, just a shame didnt get to try out the health suite/spa facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Emma

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately my stay here dented my confidence in booking DoubleTree hotels as the property was in dire need of renovation. Everywhere was tired, frayed carpets, generally unclean, awful bathroom and the common areas can’t have been properly cleaned in a long time. It’s a shame because the staff were so lovely and friendly, the restaurant food was good (and they catered for an allergy) but this didn’t do enough to offset the poor state of the hotel. Hilton need to throw some money at it. The customers and staff deserve better. Can’t recommend until major maintenance is done.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

A Charismatic Hilton

Great room. Great pool. Great Staff. Great restaurant. The building and grounds have alot of character. The view down the lawn is incredible! Perfect for a few afternoon drinks...loved my stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025