The 10 best Hotels in Stirling for 2024

The top 5 hotels in Stirling

Experience the gripping history of Stirling and its treasure trove of attractions with a luxury hotel booking. Choose from historic hotels and endearing boutiques exclusively through Voyage Privé.

Our best hotels in Stirling

1.

Grange Manor 4*

This sophisticated 19th-century manor house hotel is nestled on the winding River Forth which flows through Stirling. Experience pretty riverside beach walks or head into Stirling to visit one of Scotland's most magnificent castles. This hotel is lovingly decorated in tartan and hardwood, with a delightful restaurant and bar to unwind in.
2.

Achray House Hotel 3*

Situated on the serene banks of Loch Earn with spectacular views, this country house hotel is the perfect rural retreat. Located northwest of Stirling in a corner of the Trossachs National Park, there are ample attractions to visit. You can also unwind in the spectacular loch-side scenery and indulge in the restaurant's delectable contemporary Scottish menu.
3.

Macdonald Forest Hills 4*

Located just west of Stirling in the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, this opulent historic hotel is one of the finest in Scotland. With loch, forest and mountain views, the dining room commands the eye and offers guests an award-winning menu. You can relax in the classically decorated tartan and tweed rooms or indulge in the on-site spa.
4.

Hotel Indigo Glasgow 4*

Located in bustling Glasgow and just thirty minutes from Stirling, this delightful city hotel is a great introduction to the city. Set in an impressive 19th-century former station, the hotel offers an alluring blend of period furnishings and contemporary design. The hotel’s bar and restaurant offer relaxing grounds to unwind in after a day exploring Glasgow or Stirling's centre.
5.

The Bonham Hotel 5*

Scotland’s capital of Edinburgh is the perfect base or stopover for exploring Stirling. And what better hotel than the Bonham? This is one of Edinburgh’s finest establishments, offering serene garden views and stylish but traditional décor. The intimate dining room serves up delightfully modern Scottish cuisine, while the lounge oozes sophisticated charm.

Services will you find in our hotels in Stirling

• Free Wi-Fi
• Rooms with a view
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Luxury toiletries
• Room service
• Flatscreen TVs
• Rainfall showers
• Award-winning restaurants

Going on holiday in Stirling

Stirling is a wonderful year-round destination. The bulk of the tourist traffic arrives between July and August when the weather warms. You’ll find increases in hotel prices during this time, with plenty of summer attractions to visit. Shoulder seasons are equally alluring, with wildflowers blossoming nearby from May to June. September is also a fine time to visit if you want to avoid the summertime peak. Winter may be cold and damp, but Stirling comes to life with markets and fairs, including an annual gin festival. There’s also the impressive Hogmanay — or New Year’s celebrations — which take place around the city’s iconic castle.

Hotel offers at Stirling convenient for all kind of travel

From romantic city restaurants to inspiring outdoor hikes, Stirling has something for all. For families, there are a wealth of historic attractions to allure the little ones, especially captivating sites like the Beheading Stone and Stirling Castle. As for active adventures, you’re moments from majestic mountain hikes and pleasant walks in the Trossachs and Loch Lomond. With charming country estates offering up award-winning menus, it doesn’t get much more romantic than loch-side dining in the heart of nature.

The range of hotels we offer at Stirling

• Historic hotels
• Country house hotels
• City hotels
• Boutique hotels
• Remote hotels

Stirling: What should we bring for a hotel stay?

• Good waterproofs
• Decent walking shoes
• An umbrella
• Knitwear and layers
• Charging cables for electronics

Your best hotel at Stirling: how to get there and make your booking

How to get to Stirling

Stirling is connected to Scotland's motorway network and is serviced by a train station. You can get catch rail services to major Scottish cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh, tourist spots like Inverness and other major cities like London. If you're arriving by air, the closest airports are in Edinburgh and Glasgow, with major car hire operators and onward taxi connections nearby. Once you've arrived in Stirling, you can navigate the city fairly easily by foot, and there's a good public transport network as well. To explore the surrounding region, you may want to hire a car to travel at your own pace.

How to book your hotel in Stirling

You can book exclusive offers on a wide range of hotels in Scotland with Voyage Privé. By signing up for free, you’ll gain access to members-only deals on the best hotels in the region. To find your perfect stay, simply type in your travel dates for a full round-up of offers.

The opinion of the Voyage Privé travel expert on Stirling

Stirling is a remarkable city with a captivating castle and delightful old town. With winding cobbled streets and a wealth of historic attractions, it makes a great destination for families and couples alike. Head over to the romantic William Wallace Monument or explore major sites from Scottish history like Bannockburn. There’s so much to see and do in the Stirling region, from Victorian-era landmarks to great outdoor adventures.

Stirling – a gateway to nature

Nestled beneath mountains within easy day-tripping distance from national parks, Stirling is your gateway to Scottish nature. You can explore the mesmerising lochs of the Trossachs or hit the hiking trails or mountainous Munros. With so much to see and do within an hour’s car drive, Stirling is the perfect base to explore Scotland’s great big adventure playground of plateaus and peaks.