Meikleour Arms Hotel & Restaurant

4-star historic estate in rural Perthshire with an award-winning restaurant and in-house butchery

Dining

The Meikleour Arms Hotel & Restaurant holds a Best AA Pub Scotland 2019/20 award for its seasonal 'field to plate' menu. All meat and game served come from the hotel's own butchery, sourced from the estate's kitchen garden and woodlands. Guests can also book private dining experiences for special occasions.

Rooms & Cottages

Accommodations range from superior rooms in the main building to self-catering stable cottages with wood burners and enclosed gardens. Each room includes an en-suite bathroom, flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee facilities, with Arran Aromatics toiletries in the bathrooms. The cottages offer full kitchens and private outdoor spaces, and some have two bedrooms for families.

Activities

The hotel operates a salmon fishing school on the nearby River Tay, with all equipment provided free of charge (advanced booking recommended). Within the estate, guests can enjoy canoeing, cycling, fishing, and hiking, with direct access to the river for scenic walks. The Blairgowrie Golf Club, established in 1889, is only 6 km away.

Pet-Friendly

Meikleour Arms welcomes dogs in most rooms and cottages, with pet baskets, bowls, and treats provided. Dogs are allowed in the bar and restaurant, and the hotel can arrange a dog walker during dinner. The estate's grounds and riverside walks are perfect for exercising pets.

Location

Set in the conservation village of Meikleour, the hotel was built in 1820 on one of the oldest estates in East Scotland. The area is known for its impressive trees and salmon fishing, with the River Tay a short walk from the property. Popular nearby attractions include Scone Palace, Dunkeld, and the Hermitage walk.

• Dining: Award-winning restaurant with 'field to plate' menu and house butchery
• Rooms: Historic rooms and self-catering cottages with wood burners
• Activities: On-site salmon fishing school on the River Tay
• Pet-Friendly: Dogs welcome with pet baskets, bowls, and treats
• Location: Rural Perthshire estate, 6 km from Blairgowrie Golf Course