Gleneagles

Gleneagles frequently asked questions

Who owns Gleneagles?

Gleneagles has an expansive and famous history dating back to 1910 when Donald Matheson, General Manager of the Caledonian Railway Company, was inspired to create it following a trip to Strathearn. After an interlude in development caused by the First World War, the golf course opened in 1919, making sporting history when it hosted the precursor to The Ryder Cup in 1921. In 1924 the hotel opened, hailed by the press as “the eighth wonder of the world.” Since those early days, the estate has been updated and changed hands, ultimately sold in 2015 to Ennismore, a London-based development company who still own it today.

How do you get to Gleneagles?

Set across 850 acres of beautiful Scottish countryside, Gleneagles is quite a remote place to get to. There is free onsite parking for guests but as they do not have a street address they advise following directions to PH3 1NF.

They have their own personal train station, which is less than two minutes from the hotel. You can travel directly from London King’s Cross to Gleneagles with free internet and a complimentary chauffeur transfer. Please just let the staff know the time you wish to be collected.

The closest airports are Edinburgh or Glasgow, which are both around a one hour drive away. Arrangements can also be made for helicopters to land at the hotel.

What is included in a spa day at Gleneagles?

What's included in a spa day at Gleneagles depends on the experience that you book. Spa facilities include a gym, two indoor pools, outdoor thermal pool and hydrotherapy pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, a sauna, steam room, arctic mist shower and relaxation rooms. There are also 20 treatment rooms where expert therapists use a range of products including ESPA, Grown Alchemist, Tata Harper and Dr Barbara Sturm treatments. Within the grounds, Bob & Cloche beauty destination is also a favourite feature, with Jazz-age vibes and decadent pampering experiences.

What is near Gleneagles?

Being set in the north-east of Scotland, Gleneagles is within an hour’s train journey to both Glasgow and Edinburgh, and is in an ideal location for exploring everything Scotland has to offer. The hotel also has a chauffeur service to drive guests to and from chosen destinations during their stay. Nearby attractions include:

• Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
• Stirling Castle
• Scone Palace
• Tullibardine Distillery

When was Gleneagles built?

The Gleneagles Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort was first proposed in 1910 and construction started in 1913. Due to the outbreak of the First World War the project was then halted until 1919, with the golf course opening in 1921. Construction on the hotel resumed in 1923 before the grand opening in 1924.

What amenities does Gleneagles have?

A spectacular, five-star resort, Gleneagles sits on 850 acres of beautiful Scottish countryside. Amenities include three golf courses, shooting and fishing schools, stables, tennis courts, climbing walls, zip wires and more. Gleneagles is one of the most famous names in golf. It's home to three of the top golf courses in Scotland and has hosted The Ryder and Solheim Cups. They include The King's Championship Golf Course, The Queen’s Championship Golf Course and The PGA Centenary Championship Golf Course. There's also The Wee Course featuring nine delightful par 3 holes.

The hotel itself has 205 bedrooms and 28 luxury suites, each offering luxury interiors. The resort boasts a range of dining experiences. The Strathearn is the fine dining option, while the famous Andrew Fairlie is an intimate, two Michelin-starred gastronomic delight. In addition, there's The Birnam for French-American dishes, the American Bar inspired by the roaring '20s, afternoon tea is served in the Glendevon lounge and The Garden Café serves light meals and coffees. The Dormy Clubhouse is by the golf course, The Century Bar serves a collection of whiskies and Auchterarder 70 is the place for comfy armchairs and fine snacks.

Spa facilities include a gym, two indoor pools, outdoor thermal pool and hydrotherapy pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, a sauna, steam room, arctic mist shower and relaxation rooms. There are also 20 treatment rooms where expert therapists use a range of products including ESPA, Grown Alchemist, Tata Harper and Dr Barbara Sturm treatments. Within the grounds, Bob & Cloche beauty destination is also a favourite feature, with Jazz-age vibes and decadent pampering experiences.

Accessible facilities include:

• Loch Turret is a dedicated accessible three bedroom lodge designed for wheelchair access and optimum comfort.
• The station has step-free access, a ramp for the train, accessible toilets, accessible ticket machines and induction loops available.

What are the food and drink options at Gleneagles?

The resort boasts a range of dining experiences. The Strathearn is the fine dining option, while the famous Andrew Fairlie is an intimate, two Michelin-starred gastronomic delight. In addition, there's The Birnam for French-American dishes, the American Bar inspired by the roaring '20s, afternoon tea is served in the Glendevon lounge and The Garden Café serves light meals and coffees. The Dormy Clubhouse is by the golf course, The Century Bar serves a collection of whiskies and Auchterarder 70 is the place for comfy armchairs and fine snacks.

How many treatment rooms are there at Gleneagles?

Gleneagles boasts an impressive 20 treatment rooms where expert therapists use a range of products including ESPA, Grown Alchemist, Tata Harper and Dr Barbara Sturm treatments.

What time is check in/check out?

Check in at Gleneagles is 3pm and check out is 12pm. If you do need, for any reason, to amend the times please speak to Guest Service and they can try to accommodate any requests. The spa is open from 9am to 7pm every day. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.