Highly rated by guests who stayed at Merryburn Rooms
Self-contained apartments
Honesty bar system
Pet-friendly policy
In-room kitchen facilities
Thoughtful design details
"The Kitchen facilities were awesome and the addition of the air-fryer was a nice surprise that made self-catering easy."
Kalina from Australia
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"Our 'studio' was extremely spacious and decorated to such a high standard."
susan328 from United Kingdom
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"The host, Hilary, was exceptional."
Susan from United Kingdom
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"Superb walks into the woods from the door."
Joy from United Kingdom
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"Great location with free parking outside and walkable to Dunkeld."
Sophie from United Kingdom
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Historic Victorian hotel in Dunkeld offering rooms and courtyard studios with kitchenettes
Accommodations & Amenities
The Merryburn provides a full Scottish breakfast included in the room rate and an honesty bar with a selection of drinks. Guests have access to a communal lounge area and a garden for relaxation. The property offers free on-site parking and is pet-friendly for guests travelling with dogs.
Rooms & Studios
Rooms include the Budget Single Room, Double Room, Twin Room, Studio, and Apartment, all set within a Victorian building with high ceilings and original shutters. Each room has a private bathroom with walk-in shower and many feature a kitchenette with hob, microwave, and air fryer. Courtyard studios such as Tigh Lois and Tigh Dughlas are dog-friendly and include a separate seating area.
Location
The Merryburn is a 3-minute walk from Dunkeld and Birnam railway station and a 15-minute walk into historic Dunkeld. Local attractions within easy reach include The Hermitage, Castle Menzies, and Black Spout Waterfall. The hotel is 23km from Scone Palace and 44km from Dundee Airport, with Blairgowrie Golf Club and Killiecrankie nearby.
Dining & Kitchen Facilities
A full Scottish breakfast is served each morning, and the honesty bar offers wine, beer, and spirits for self-service. Many guest rooms are equipped with a kitchenette that includes a hot plate, microwave, air fryer, and refrigerator. The kitchenette is stocked with fresh milk, tea, coffee, oil, salt, and pepper for self-catering.
Pet-Friendly & Guest Services
Pet-friendly rooms and courtyard studios are available, with dedicated outdoor space for dogs. The host, Hilary, offers flexible check-in/check-out options and luggage storage, and often provides upgrades at no extra cost. Special event requests and late departures are handled on a case-by-case basis, making the property suitable for families, couples, and solo travellers.
Highlights
Location: 3-min walk from Dunkeld & Birnam station, near The Hermitage and Castle Menzies
Rooms: Victorian decor, kitchenettes with hob, microwave, air fryer in many rooms
Dining: Full Scottish breakfast included and honesty bar with diverse drinks