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Macdonald Houstoun House

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel with spa

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Sports facility
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Meeting facility
Fireplace
Indoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Uphall, Broxburn, Scotland, EH52 6JS
  • Deer Park Golf and Country Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Livingston Designer Outlet
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Almondvale Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (Accessible Twin)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Standard Twin)

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Standard Twin)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 3)

Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 3)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Four Poster)

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Four Poster)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Family 4)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Double)

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Double)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Four Poster)

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Four Poster)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Double)

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Double)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed (Standard Single)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed (Standard Single)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Broxburn

Broxburn retreat .Within 9 miles (15 km) of this hotel, you'll find Linlithgow Palace and Royal Highland Centre. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Linlithgow Golf Club and Five Sisters Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Livingston Designer Outlet - 6 min drive
  • Linlithgow Palace - 9 min drive
  • Royal Highland Centre - 10 min drive
  • Five Sisters Zoo - 12 min drive
  • Edinburgh Zoo - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Uphall Station - 3 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Oatridge Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Saltire - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grand Central - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aldos Fish Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Houstoun House

4-star eco-certified hotel with spa
Macdonald Houstoun House offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A sauna, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified Macdonald Houstoun House. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Broxburn hotel is smoke free.

  • 71 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1600
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Houstoun House offers 71 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Broxburn hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 8 AM–10 AM: GBP 24 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Tennis

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 24 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Houstoun House
Macdonald Houstoun
Macdonald Houstoun House
Macdonald Houstoun House Broxburn
Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel Broxburn
Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel
Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel
Macdonald Houstoun House Broxburn
Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel Broxburn

Macdonald Houstoun House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 387 out of 900 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 900 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 900 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 900 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 900 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very dogvfriendly
Great that my dog could come with me and the room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beata

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

jon

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely venue. Much bigger than I had anticipated. Yet still lots of nooks and crannies to sit in peace. Breakfast very good including gluten free options. Access to the pool and sauna excellent. Front desk staff engaging and helpful. Zero complaints. Top marks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good rooms. Very nice pool
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Findlay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We arrived weary from travelling for over 12 hours and in need of a sleep. We were met by a very friendly face at reception and given our room details. On opening the door of our room (no 23) we could smell damp but to be honest the need to sleep for a couple of hours soon made us blind to the smell. On wakening a few hours later though and the heating on in the room the smell was terrible. So much so my wife was having a little trouble breathing. On inspection of the room there was damp and mould on the walls and in a cupboard. In that cupboard was two large packs of disposable dehumidifiers. The room was certainly not fit to be in never mind paying for it. I asked about it at the reception and they knew nothing of the damp or mould problem but were quick in offering a more suitable accommodation. I do hope they sirt out their damp problems and omit guests from the room till they do so. Otherwise a nice warm and friendly hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatsiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
had a great last minute booking. spacious clean room. great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Food poor for the price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

P

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pleasent place to stay
We had a really good time here. Staff were great, accommodation was good for the whole family, and the facilities were great. Looks as though it's currently undergoing some much needed updating. But apart from that, was a great hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

A

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel was fine for what we needed it for. The building and grounds were nice. However, the room needed a good clean and required updating. We had a window that was broken (and wide open). This was fixed with a small screw and some sellotape which kept it slightly shut but didn't stop wind coming in. We also had a cupboard door that had broken off. These issues didn't make for a good arrival but we were treated to a free pudding for our troubles. Overall, the hotel was ok but not the best. We wouldn't stay again. The lady on reception was great though (Chloe I think).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gregg

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst hotel ive stayed in in all my years
Where do I start... Struggling to find any positive experience staying at Houstoun House. I dont tend to leave feedback and have travelled for years. Cleanliness Horrific throughout the entire hotel, inc. hallways, room, lobby, bar, restaurant. The hotel smells damp everywhere. The bar was probably the worst smelling. The pint glass even smelt dirty, putting me off drinking my beverage. Mould everywhere. Condition Wallpaper ripped off everywhere, stained carpets and filthy walls. Paintwork shocking everywhere. The entire place needs a complete refurbishment. Room The room i stayed in...dear me, this is the first time I wanted to check out as soon as possible as the room was shocking. - Mould everywhere in bathroom and bedroom. - electrical sockets ill fitted with holes exposed. - Bathroom tap missing handle. - clumps of hair in the carpet (and hairclips) - Terrible smell - stains and dust all over the interior units Comfort 2 single beds pushed together - Bed sinks when lying on it - Sheets didnt look clean and looked slept in - Old furniture, Glass top on drawer table sliding off when trying to work off it. Service - Not the best. The breakfast staff were like robots and programmed to say the same things to all guests. - £4 surcharge for most of the cooked breakfasts - £4 surcharge for anything other than tea or coffee (ie latte, cappuccino etc) I could honestly report more but my fingers are getting sore of typing. Will never stay at this hotel again thats for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

YUNG-CHIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large comfortable room however situation in a different building to main hotel building. Friendly and professional staff. The bar area needs updating, we felt it didn’t have an identity with mismatched furnishing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant
Really great friendly staff cant thank them all enough for all there help the food is great the rooms are lovely the pool is amazing thank you all so much for an amazing stay cant wait to come back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024