This baronial country mansion stands in 1,000 acres of softly rolling parkland with views toward Edinburgh Castle. M'Laird, m'Lady, your Scottish experience starts here.

Once the country residence of a Scottish lord, Dalmahoy has come a long way since 1725 – today a 4-star hotel and golf resort that seamlessly blends its baronial tradition with contemporary creature comforts and two splendid 18-hole courses, both designed by the legendary James Braid. Inside, the hotels James Braid bar celebrates Scotland’s golfing hero.

As you enter the Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club, you’ll notice its period detailing and traditional décor – tartan wingbacks, Chesterfields, wood panelling and warm lighting make for a rich, timeless sense of comfortable luxury.

Once inside, you can enjoy Scottish signature dining in The Pentland, or family dining in The Brasserie, its bistro-style sister. A wee after-dinner dram in the cocktail and whisky bar is custom before retiring to your room – free high-speed Wi-Fi and Hypnos beds feature as standard. And there’s room service should you get peckish.

Nestled at the foot of the Pentland Hills, Dalmahoy enjoys peace and a prime position – close to the M8 and the airport, with Edinburgh city centre just 7 miles away. Some of Scotland’s finest attractions are at its doorstep – the medieval Rosslyn Chapel; Livingston, the country’s largest designer outlet; and Deep Sea World, its national aquarium.

When you’re not perfecting your swing on the driving range, sightseeing, or hitting the shops, you may want to take a lap of the pool, workout in the gym or take a leisurely stroll on the estate.

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking (350 cars)
  • Helipad
  • Health club
  • 2 Golf courses (18-hole)
  • 2 Floodlit tennis courts
  • Children's playground
  • 2 Restaurants
  • 2 Bars
  • 215 Bedrooms
  • 11 Meeting rooms
  • Check-in: 15:30
  • Check-out: 11:00
  • Lifts
  • Ground floor rooms
  • Guide dogs only
  • Interconnecting rooms available
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  • 24-hour front desk
  • Express check-out
  • Room service
  • Turndown
  • Newspaper
  • Concierge
  • Cash machine
  • Foreign exchange
  • Safe deposit
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Accessible public areas
  • Packed lunches
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Children's playground
  • 9-hole Pitch & Putt
  • Green Tourism Silver Award

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Bedrooms & Suites

Classic Double Room

Our classic rooms are compact, incredibly comfy, and located on the ground floor. With space for two in a large double bed, it’s got everything you need for a restful night’s sleep. Each of our rooms includes: Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Mini-chiller & bottled water Best rate guaranteed

Classic Twin Room

Our classic rooms are compact, incredibly comfy, and located on the ground floor. With two large single beds, it’s got everything you need for a restful night’s sleep. Each of our rooms includes: Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Mini-chiller & bottled water Best rate guaranteed

Superior Double Room

Our superior rooms are incredibly comfy with space for two in a large double bed. With resort or courtyard view’s, it’s got everything you need for a restful night’s sleep. Each of our rooms includes: Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Mini-chiller & bottled water Best rate guaranteed

Superior Room with 2 Double Beds

Roomier with space for four. Featuring our signature two double beds, ideal for a family stay and everything you need for a restful night’s sleep. Each of our rooms includes: Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Mini-chiller & bottled water Best rate guaranteed

Deluxe King Room

We turn the luxury up a notch in these rooms. Bright, airy, and spacious – most have resort views with some offering the quiet and privacy of a courtyard view. With space for two in a king bed, it’s the perfect place to kick back and relax. Each of our rooms includes: Luxurious toiletries Robes & slippers Espresso machine Mineral water Mini-chiller Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Best rate guaranteed

Main House Period Double Room

It’s the historical connections that matter in these rooms. An elegant stay for two with a king bed, in these luxurious appointed bedrooms all with porcelain and marble bathrooms and stunning views across the resort. Each of our rooms includes: Luxurious toiletries Robes & slippers Espresso machine

Main House 4 Poster Junior Room

It’s the historical details that matters in these rooms, influenced by the Scottish countryside charm, these grand four-poster rooms have views across the golf course with some overlooking Edinburgh castle in the distance. Large porcelain and marble bathrooms with separate walk in shower. Each of our rooms includes: Luxurious toiletries Robes & slippers Espresso machine Mineral water Mini-chiller Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Best rate guaranteed

Junior Turret Suite

Spacious with a contemporary flair, our junior turret suites have everything you need for a memorable stay. With comfy corner seating, huge super-king beds and luxurious touches throughout – these rooms are all about the experience. Each of our suites includes: Luxurious toiletries Robes & slippers Espresso machine Mineral water Mini-chiller Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Best rate guaranteed

Family Turret Suite

Designed with families in mind, our large and spacious family turret suite has everything you need for a memorable stay. With open-plan seating, comfy sofas, luxurious touches throughout, and enough room for six featuring one super kind and two double beds – it’s one of our favourites. Our family suite includes: Luxurious toiletries Robes & slippers Espresso machine Mineral water Mini-chiller Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Best rate guaranteed

Presidential Turret Suite

In a nod to Scotland’s rich heritage, this oversized and well-appointed suite offers plenty of space for dining, entertaining and relaxation. It really is your place to pause and re-set. The suite features an oak dining table for 10 located in the impressive turret with countryside views to the north of the estate , defined lounge seating, lounge master bedroom with a huge super-king bed, two bathrooms, two working desks and all the amenities you might need – this impressive suite really is quite something. Our Presidential Suite includes: Dedicated concierge Mini-chiller & bottled water Welcome decanter gift Luxurious toiletries Robes & slippers Espresso machine Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Best rate guaranteed

Main House Morton Suite

Savour the luxurious atmosphere of the historic Morton Suite, once occupied by the Lord and Lady of our baronial manor. This suite boasts an elegantly decorated master bedroom with a large king bed, a unique private dining turret for 4, a luxurious lounge sitting room, with views to both the north and south of the estate and surrounding Scottish countryside. Our Morton Suite includes: Antique telescope Luxurious toiletries Robes & slippers Sofa bed in the sitting room Free WiFi Free leisure access (includes pool, gym, sauna & steam room) Best rate guaranteed

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Food & Drink

Pentland Restaurant at the Dalmahoy Hotel

Pentland Restaurant

The Dalmahoy Hotel's flagship restaurant offers mouth-watering Scottish cuisine in elegantly furnished surrounds. Commanding superb views over the 18th hole of the East golf course and the lake, with Edinburgh Castle in the background, guests can soak up the scenery whilst enjoying fine Scottish fayre, such as Scottish salmon fillet for a main, and a selection of Scottish cheeses served up with onion and plum chutney to top it off. Plus, freshly picked herbs from the hotel's estate, and Dalma-honey collected from its beehives, help to keep the food miles down and add local Lothian flavours. All dietary requirements are catered for.

The Brasserie at the Dalmahoy Hotel

The Brasserie

Natural daylight floods through huge picture windows. Views over the beautifully maintained parkland estate remind you that you're staying at Edinburgh's secret country retreat. Grab a spot of lunch in this bright and airy bistro-style eatery; options range from grilled meats, burgers, chargrilled pizzas and pasta, to snacks, shareables and delectable desserts.

Al Fresco Dining

In the summer, dining at the Dalmahoy Hotel reveals an altogether different flavour. Take a seat in the fresh open air – sunny or shade – and dine al fresco. A thousand acres of countryside lie at your disposal. With French doors opening onto the parkland estate, the Pentland Restaurant offers guests delicious Scottish dining and superb golf course views. After exploring Edinburgh or the Scottish countryside on foot, find your perfect spot to wile away an hour or two.

Afternoon Tea

Don’t miss the opportunity to indulge in afternoon tea whilst staying in this glorious setting - savour homemade scones with fruit preserve and cream, sandwiches, cakes and a pot of tea. Both traditional afternoon tea and champagne afternoon tea are available to order and can be enjoyed in the Pentland Restaurant or Douglas Lounge - sitting comfortably by the roaring open fire - or on the terrace, overlooking the 18th hole of the East golf course.

Private dining at the Dalmahoy Hotel

The Tasting Room

The unique surroundings of the Dalmahoy Hotel present a wonderful setting for private dinners and celebrations. The hotel caters for reunions, anniversaries, family gatherings, birthday parties, charity and club events, and business dinners. Our stylish tasting room is elegant with a Scottish twist. Soak up the relaxed atmosphere and dine on locally sourced produce. The perfect spot for a family celebration or a special occasion.

The James Braid Bar

The unhurried atmosphere is where golf members gather before and after they play, and where our leisure members get together after a workout.

The Cocktail Bar

You can cosy up next to a roaring fire, sink into the comfy leather sofas and choose a drink or two from the well stocked bar. They serve the finest beers, wine and spirits including some of Scotland’s finest single malt whiskies. Just chat to the knowledgeable bar staff if you want to find a new taste sensation.

Spa & Health

Health Club

Dalmahoy Hotel’s health club features an 18-metre heated indoor pool with an integrated spa pool, and a poolside sauna and steam room. The gym is equipped with LifeFitness cardiovascular equipment – fitted with TV screens, iPod stations and personal fans – and resistance machines, plus a selection of free weights. A dance studio offers over 30 classes per week including Pilates, yoga, Zumba, body combat and spinning. You can also make use of the all-weather, floodlit tennis courts.

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa pool
  • Steam room
  • Sauna
  • Gymnasium
  • Personal trainers
  • Aerobics studio
  • Fitness classes
  • Tennis courts (2)
  • Jogging trail

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Golf Courses

Dalmahoy Golf Club

Host to major amateur and professional tournaments over the years, including the Solheim Cup and the Charles Church Seniors PGA Championship of Scotland, Dalmahoy is widely considered one of the country’s great golfing destinations.

Set at the foot of the Pentland Hills, Dalmahoy Hotel’s 1,000-acre country estate lends itself to stunning, uninterrupted woodland views and superb golfing facilities, including a 12-bay floodlit driving range and a 9-hole putting green.

James Braid – one of the leading golfers of his generation; he won the prestigious Open Championship an impressive five times – designed both of Dalmahoy’s 18-hole courses – East and West. With undulating greens and bunkers, they have been designed to offer different challenges for the keen golfer and make for an enjoyable golf break just outside of Edinburgh.

  • Driving range
  • Putting green
  • Golf academy
  • PGA qualified tuition
  • Equipment hire
  • Buggies
  • Pro shop
  • Clubhouse

Dalmahoy Golf Club

The East Course

Designed and built by James Braid in 1927, the East course has since been extended and redeveloped to test even the best of players. The 18-hole course’s long sweeping fairways and generous greens, protected by strategic bunkers, offer a championship-standard golfing experience. Long par 4 holes provide a real challenge and the signature 18th hole has the green set in front of the baronial country mansion with a testing approach over a wide ravine.

  • 18 holes
  • Parkland course
  • 7,475 yards
  • Par 72

The East Course

The West Course

The shorter West course offers a very different game to its sister course. With tighter fairways and smaller greens, more accuracy is required from the tee. The finishing holes cross the Gogar Burn – a tributary of the River Almond – meandering through the fairway.

  • 18 holes
  • Parkland course
  • 5,168 yards
  • Par 68

The West Course

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Location

Kirknewton, Edinburgh, Scotland EH27 8EB, Great Britain

M8/J3
A71


  • Edinburgh Park Station (4 miles)
  • Haymarket Station (7.75 miles)

  • Edinburgh Airport (3 miles)
  • Glasgow Airport (48.75 miles)

  • Leith (10.5 miles)

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Meetings & Events

Dalmahoy Suite

260

Theatre

160

Cabaret

300

Banquet

300

Reception

120

Classroom

250

Dinner-Dance

2.60m

High

  • Lower ground floor
  • Natural daylight
  • Air-conditioned
  • Wheelchair access

Dalmahoy West

100

Theatre

60

Cabaret

80

Banquet

120

Reception

50

Boardroom

50

Classroom

40

U-Shape

2.60m

High

  • Lower ground floor
  • Natural daylight
  • Air-conditioned
  • Wheelchair access

Dalmahoy East

100

Theatre

60

Cabaret

80

Banquet

120

Reception

50

Boardroom

50

Classroom

40

U-Shape

2.60m

High

  • Lower ground floor
  • Air-conditioned
  • Wheelchair access

Lothian

50

Theatre

35

Cabaret

50

Banquet

50

Reception

24

Boardroom

30

Classroom

24

U-Shape

4.25m

High

  • First floor
  • Natural daylight
  • Air-conditioned
  • Wheelchair access

Boardroom

40

Theatre

25

Cabaret

40

Banquet

40

Reception

24

Boardroom

25

Classroom

24

U-Shape

4.25m

High

  • First floor
  • Natural daylight
  • Wheelchair access

Dalrymple

30

Theatre

20

Cabaret

30

Banquet

30

Reception

20

Boardroom

16

U-Shape

3.00m

High

  • First floor
  • Natural daylight

Castle

16

Theatre

20

Banquet

20

Reception

14

Boardroom

3.30m

High

  • First floor
  • Natural daylight

Salisbury

12

Boardroom

4.25m

High

  • First floor
  • Natural daylight
  • Wheelchair access

Edinburgh; Earls; Queens

10

Banquet

10

Boardroom

4.25m

High

  • First floor
  • Natural daylight
  • Wheelchair access

Team Building Activities

Country Pursuits*:
Off-Road Driving, Quad Biking, Clay Pigeon Shooting & Archery

Outdoor events:
It’s a Knockout, Survivor Skills, Family Fun Days, School Sports & more

Highland Games:
Caber Tossing, Haggis Hurling, Tug o’ War, Shot Put, Whisky Tasting, Ceilidh Dancing, Pipes & Drums

Indoor events:
Strictly Dancing, Samba Drumming, Circus Skills, Short Film Production & many more

GPS Treasure Hunt:
On Site or Off Site

Evening Events:
Murder Mystery, Bandeoke, Casino Night, Pub Olympics, Mixology, Whisky Experience, Quiz Night, Race Night and more…

* Delivered off-site at a nearby facility, purpose built for these activities

Sports Groups

Book your whole team in at the hotel for a stay tailor made to your requirements. Bedrooms on the same floor, interconnecting rooms as well as versatile meeting spaces to suit your needs; with a dedicated team member to ensure your stay runs smoothly.

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