frequently asked questions

Here to help you in planning your stay with us are some answers to most frequently asked questions. If you do not see what you need here, just contact us.

Car parking
Free, onsite

Laundry
We provide a same day in-house laundry service (excludes dry cleaning) – tariffs are displayed in the rooms

Smoking
Our hotel is completely non smoking in line with Scottish Law.

Currency and credit cards accepted
We accept £ sterling and travellers cheques (sterling only). We accept Visa, Mastercard, Delta, Switch, Solo & Electron, All cheques require to be accompanied by a valid bank card. We are happy to arrange account facilities for corporate customers in advance

Medical and dental
24 local doctor/medical service available nearby.

Pets
Well behaved dogs of any kind are welcome, subject to a nightly charge of £10. Can they please bring their own bedding. Dogs are not allowed in any of the public areas (except for guide dogs)

Special diets
We cater for just about any special diets, but advance notice is preferred. Vegetarian options are available at all times in our lounges and restaurant

Children and families
Children of all ages are welcome. Lovely family rooms are available. Two children up to the age of 12 will be accommodated free, when sharing with two adults (paying only for meals as taken)

Cots and high chairs are available. We do not have baby listening facilities.

Packed and picnic meals
Packed lunch menus are available – must be ordered by 20.00 the previous evening. ‘Gourmet’ packed lunches with champagne, smoked salmon &c are also available – perfect for country sportsmen and ‘away days’.

What is and is not included in price
All quoted prices are inclusive of VAT at the ruling rate. There is no service charge. Gratuities are at the customers’ discretion

Check in and out
Earliest check in 1400, or earlier by prior arrangement
Latest check out – Mid day or later by prior arrangement only where possible

Useful transport numbers and links
Albion Taxi’s – 01786 811111 hire taxis
Scotrail – www.scotrail.co.uk
GNER trains – www.gner.com
Easyjet – www.easyjet.com
Ryanair – www.ryanair.com
Citylink coaches – www.citylink.co.uk

How to get here
Driving Directions

From The South
M1, M6, A74, Follow the signs for Stirling, M73, M80, M9 to junction 11.
At junction 11 there is a large roundabout; take the fourth turning on the left which is sign posted Bridge of Allan. Follow this road (A9) into the village centre, where you will find the Royal Hotel on the left-hand side.

From The North
Join the A9 and follow the signs for Stirling/Glasgow. At the junction of the A9 there is a large roundabout. Take the second turning on the left, which is sign posted Bridge of Allan. Follow this road (A9) into the village centre, where you will find the Royal Hotel on the left hand side.

From Edinburgh Airport
Take the M9 towards Stirling/Perth to junction 11; follow the directions from junction 11 as above.

From Glasgow Airport
Take the M8 towards Glasgow and the M80 towards Stirling, join the M9 and follow the directions as above.

By Rail
Take the train to Bridge of Allan train station. When leaving the station turn right onto the main road (Henderson Street). Continue through the village, seeing the Royal Hotel on the left-hand side.

Valuables
Can be stored in our safe at reception

Special occasions – if you’re celebrating one during your stay....we can make it memorable....
Champagne, chocolates, flowers, roses, …. some rooms have king sized beds. Gourmet packed lunches. Scottish, continental or champagne breakfast in bed by arrangement