The Green Park Hotel

This family-run hotel is housed in
a lovely 19th-century country home situated on the shores of Loch
Faskally, with three acres of gardens and grassy lawns surrounding the
two-story white building. The scenic location affords beautiful views of the
water and wooded hills that guests can take in from various benches scattered
throughout the property. Traditional interiors are strewn with floral carpets
paving the way through various common rooms filled with antique-style pieces and
a large assortment of artwork, all courtesy of Scottish
artists. The decor might not suit all tastes, as some might find the dizzying
floral carpets and plush curtains a bit fusty, but the spaces are elegant and
inviting, with lots of fireplaces imbuing rooms with coziness. There are plenty
of comfortable armchairs to settle into, and guests can linger over books from the hotel’s
vast collection of more than 3,000, either in the lovely main lounge, where a
beautiful honeycomb ceiling complements a pastel color palette, or in the sun
lounge with gorgeous panoramic views of the gardens and lake. The property
attracts a mature clientele, and so might not be ideal for those traveling with young children.

The hotel is located on the western edge of the small
Victorian town of Pitlochry, situated on the shores of Loch Faskally and
surrounded by three acres of lovely green grounds. A good base for exploring
Perthshire and the Highlands, the hotel attracts travelers seeking a dose of
the outdoors and scenic surroundings, as there’s lots of hiking and walking
trails in the area as well as a variety of activities such as golfing and
fishing. The town center is a 10-minute walk from the hotel, and there guests will
find several restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as the train and bus
station. The Pitlochry Golf Course is a five-minute drive away. Some sights
worth visiting include the beautiful Blair Castle (11-minute drive), the nearby
whiskey distilleries, such as the Edradour Distillery (nine-minute drive) or
the Blair Atholl Distillery (five-minute drive), as well as the Scottish
Crannog Center (40-minute drive).

Rooms at the Green Park Hotel are spacious, bright, and
homey, with pleasing decor (which some might find a bit dated) that varies from room to room, and
stunning views over the lake and gardens. Many rooms have floral patterned bedspreads
that match the curtains, as well as colorful accent walls adorned with various
paintings. Wooden furniture includes work desks, wardrobes, nightstands; most rooms have a lovely seating area in front of large windows. Binoculars in
every room are a thoughtful touch for those who like to observe nature. Some rooms have
private balconies with gorgeous views. All rooms have flat-screen TVs,
mini-fridges, and tea- and coffee-making facilities with a selection of free
teas, coffee, and cookies, plus bottled water. Beige-and-brown tiled bathrooms have shower/tub combos (some with additional walk-in
showers) and toiletries.

Fresh local produce is the basis of the traditional Scottish
and French dishes served at the on-site restaurant for breakfast and dinner.
Breakfast is included in the room rate (some rates also include dinner) and
consists of a buffet of various pastries, breads, fruits, and yogurts, as
well as hot main courses. A light lunch is also available and served in the sun
lounge. There is also free tea and coffee in the lounge during the day, as well
as cake (including gluten free selections) in the afternoon.The hotel is surrounded by three acres of grounds with
lovely green lawns and gardens, as well as a small nine-hole golf course. There
are a variety of activities on offer, including painting, photography, and
dance classes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and there's also free parking.