Atholl Arms Hotel Dunkeld

Stopped in Dunkeld for a break and a bite to eat; we fancied the Atholl arms due to the setting and the terrace by the river. We ordered a seafood basket to share and our young daughter chose chicken nuggets. Well when the food came I knew we’d been well overcharged! The seafood basket was £26 for a small piece of battered fish, a handful of chips, two tempura prawns, a few bits of scampi and the same of calamari. It certainly wasn’t worth what they charged, food was just ok, I’ve had worse. Our daughter received five chicken nuggets and a few chips, and we were charged £10! Drinks were £4 each for soft drinks. I wasn’t surprised to be honest as this is standard for Scottish eating establishments that cater for tourists that are passing through and it’s why I’d never holiday in Scotland. I regularly visit Northumberland and the Lake District where you’re tripping over good eating establishments.

Great location, friendly, helpful team, safe car park. Enjoy the view of the river while having breakfast or chill out by the river having a drink or coffee at their bar by the river. Lovely recently decorated rooms. Slightly steep staircase to second floor. Bistro good tasty food Definitely one to revisit

Had a meal from this hotel and it was quite clearly heated up in the microwave. We ordered steak pie and mash for my wife, and i had steak pie and chips. The steak was warm ( at best) on the outside and cold on the inside. The mash had to be cut with a knife as if it was a boiled potato, obviously kept in the fridge and heated in the microwave. We complained to the waiter who took our plates and did nothing. He ignored us as we left. We left a comment on their Facebook page and it got deleted and they blocked me from making any further comment. Will never eat at this place again, and will definitely have doubts about stating there.

Amazing food in Z Bistro. Brilliant service. If you have any dietary requirements then please go here. Attentive without the dreaded negotiation and explanation. Knowledgeable staff, freshly prepared, seasonal, local food. Prepared with obvious love and attention. Exceptional and highly recommend!!!! Five stars not enough

Had a Sunday lunch the vegetables and Yorkshire puddings were lovely. Beef was tasty but chewy. Drinks expensive but beautiful setting. However very poor customer service. Wait staff lacked proper customer service skills. Definitely need to try and improve in this area. Will try next door Tay bank when visiting dunkled next time .

Just wow - booked a couple of nights away for me and my hubby after illness and we couldn't have picked a more perfect getaway. The staff here really know what customer service is and we can't praise them enough - especially Aniko on reception, Zsolt the owner and his wife Edit who does a top job in housekeeping and designing all the rooms. The master suite was huge, luxurious and comfortable with views of the River Tay and the hotels fabulous garden, which during the summer months is the perfect spot for al fresco dining, sometimes with live music to add to the ambience and charm. Breakfast was relaxed in the main restaurant and was beautifully cooked and the waitress was extremely attentive. The lounge was comfortable and welcoming where we enjoyed a few drinks and relaxing music. We ate in the bistro both nights where the food was delicious and served with a smile from the friendly staff. Everything about the Atholl Arms Hotel shows so much attention to detail and eagerness to provide a memorable experience whether you're a hotel guest or a day tripper enjoying the food and drink in the nest setting. Dunkeld is a lovely place with lots of places to walk and enjoy the fabulous Scottish scenery. We walked to the RSPB osprey centre at Loch of the Lowes which was around 45 mins each way at a steady pace and well worth it. Birnam village is a short walk away where the Beatrix Potter centre is.