A rural environment always adds a little something extra to a leisure break, and the pastoral location of Macdonald Houston House proves just that. So in addition to outdoor tennis courts, the hotel has a gym, 18-metre pool, a sauna and a steam room; and favours Elemis and Jessica Nails products in a comprehensive treatments list complete with make-up consultations and finishing touches.
Macdonald Houstoun House
Safe Hands For Cancer Accredited
This picturesque country hotel and retreat offers a warm cosy welcome to guests who can take advantage of its proximity to Edinburgh, but just as much stay put if a spa break is the main purpose for visiting. A clay tennis court is hidden in the hotel’s walled garden and there’s a gym, swimming pool and sauna available to guests wanting a work out. Meanwhile, the sauna, steam room and relaxation area set the scene for calmness, before a luxurious Elemis treatment will totally restore you.
from
£69.50
per person (min 2)
Overnight break
The Spa Break for Two
- One night’s bed and breakfast
- A choice of 1 x 25 minute treatment from:
- Superfood Pro Radiance Facial
- Freestyle Deep Tissue Massage
- Best Foot Forward
- File and Polish on hands
- File and Polish on feet
- Robe, towel and slippers provided
- 1 hour use of the pool (book prior to arrival)
1 every 12 guests goes FREE for stays Sunday - Thursday
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
Treatment choices may be subject to change
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£89.50
per person (min 2)
Overnight break
The Essential Spa Break for Two
One night's bed and breakfast, £25 allowance towards dinner, a choice of 1 x 25 minute treatment from: Superfood Pro Radiance Facial, Freestyle Deep Tissue Massage, Best Foot Forward, File and Polish on hands or File and Polish on feet, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£5 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store
1 every 12 guests goes FREE for stays Sunday - Thursday
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
Treatment choices may be subject to change
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£89.50
per person (min 2)
Overnight break
The Sunday Spa Retreat for Two
One night’s bed and breakfast, £25 allowance towards dinner, a choice of 1 x 25 minute treatments from: Superfood Pro Radiance Facial, Freestyle Deep Tissue Massage, Best Foot Forward, File and Polish for fingers or File and Polish for toes, bottle of Prosecco, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£10 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store
Treatment must be taken on Monday
Late check-out on Monday
1 every 12 guests goes FREE
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
Treatment choices may be subject to change
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£114.50
per person (min 2)
Overnight break
The Indulgent Spa Break for Two
One night’s bed and breakfast, £25 allowance towards dinner, a choice of 2 x 25 minute treatments from: Superfood Pro Radiance Facial, Freestyle Deep Tissue Massage, Best Foot Forward, File and Polish for fingers or File and Polish for toes, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£5 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store
1 every 12 guests goes FREE for stays Sunday - Thursday
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
Treatment choices may be subject to change
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£164.50
per person (min 2)
Overnight break
The Ultimate Spa Break for Two
Two nights’ bed and breakfast, £25 allowance towards dinner on the first day, a choice of 1 x 55 minute treatments from: Biotec Prescribed Facial, ELEMIS Couture Touch, Superfood Pro Radiance Facial or Freestyle Deep Tissue Massage, Afternoon Tea, bottle of Prosecco, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£10 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store
1 every 12 guests goes FREE for stays Sunday - Thursday
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
Treatment choices may be subject to change
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£239.50
per person (min 2)
Overnight break
The Ultimate Spa-cation Break
Three nights’ bed and breakfast, £25 allowance towards dinner on 1st day, a choice of 2 x 55 minute treatments from: Superfood Pro Radiance Facial, Freestyle Deep Tissue Massage, Elemis Couture Touch or Biotec Prescribed Facial, Afternoon Tea on 2nd day, bottle of Prosecco, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£10 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
Treatment choices may be subject to change
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£64.50
per person (min 2)
Spa Day
Exclusive
Exclusive Spa Day for Two - 40% OFF
Includes a 55 minute ELEMIS Couture Touch Treatment inclusive of ELEMIS Facial and Deep Tissue Body Massage, Afternoon Tea, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
20% off additional pre-booked treatments
£5 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£45
per person
Spa Day
The Midweek Essential Spa Day
Includes a choice of 1 x 25 minute treatment from: Superfood Pro Radiance Facial, Pro Collagen Age Defy Facial or Freestyle Deep Tissue Massage, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£5 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store and 20% off any additional pre-booked treatments
1 in every 8 guests goes FREE
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£65
per person
Spa Day
The Essential Spa Day PLUS
Includes a choice of 1 x 55 minute treatment from: Biotec Prescribed Facial, ELEMIS Couture Technology, ELEMIS Couture Touch, Superfood Pro Radiance Facial or Freestyle Deep Tissue Massage, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£5 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£79
per person
Spa Day
The Indulgent Spa Day
Includes a 55 minute Elemis Couture Touch Treatment, Cream Tea with glass of Prosecco, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£10 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store and 20% off additional pre-booked treatments
1 every 10 guests goes FREE Monday - Thursday
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
from
£119
per person
Spa Day
The Luxurious Spa Day
Includes an 85 minute Signature Treatment inclusive of ELEMIS Deep Tissue Massage with a Superfood Facial, a choice of 2 course lunch or Afternoon Tea, glass of Prosecco, robe, towel and slippers provided and 1 hour use of the pool. (book prior to arrival)
£10 voucher towards a minimum spend of £50 in spa store and 20% off any additional pre-booked treatments
You can swap your treatment for a Jennifer Young treatment, specially designed to be safe for anyone with, or recovering from cancer and cancer treatment, helping you to feel rejuvenated and a little more like yourself.
(Use of the facilities within current government guidelines)
At a glance
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Safe Hands for Cancer
Accredited by the SATCC and part of the Spabreaks.com Safe Hands for Cancer Collection, this spa welcomes people living with or beyond cancer and offers a number of specialist trained therapists.
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Leisure Break Venue
The hotel has a range of leisure facilities and treatments just a short walk from the main building and accommodation.
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Scenic Location
The hotel is surrounded by 22 acres of woodland but is still only a short distance from Edinburgh.
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Local Attractions
The hotel is just a short drive from Edinburgh where sights include Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood House, Edinburgh Quay and Edinburgh Zoo.
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Restaurant
The Jeremy Wares at Houstoun House dining experience has been awarded an AA Rosette for its quintessentially Scottish menu.
Spa & Leisure
- Pool
- Sauna
- Steam Room
- Relax Room
- Gym
- Parking
Hotel & Accommodation
- Tennis
- Pet Friendly
- Restaurant
Once visited by Mary Queen of Scots, Macdonald Houstoun House retains the charm of a 16th century bolthole in 22 acres of woodland just west of Edinburgh. The hotel has 70 rooms, which comes as something of a surprise given the boutique, homely exterior aspect; while interiors straddle the line between classic regional accents and modern design.
Befitting a country estate, Jeremy Wares at Houston House combines a fine dining experience with a pleasant lack of pretence and showcasing Scotland’s favourite ingredients. There is also the Vaulted Bar – a cosy environment, not least of all because of the open hearth; open for drinks, teas and coffees throughout the day.
Location
Macdonald Houstoun House,
Uphall,
Edinburgh West,
West Lothian,
EH52 6JS
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Unable to swim due to unexpected health condition. My mother and I had a simple nail treatment by the same beautician so one of us had to relax with a cup of tea whilst waiting. Pleasant surroundings.
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The deep tissue massage was totally amazing and I wish that I had booked another treatment like a facial as my daughter had one and she said it was superb!
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The spa was positive and the staff were pleasant helpful and made me and my partners experience a pleasant one the gym was pretty half decent had plenty equipment and was reasonably quiet .
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Check in time on first day didn’t leave a lot of time to use facilities before dinner but enjoyed the swimming pool & massage on 2nd day
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Didn't take full advantage of the facilities due to not feeling great. The massage was relaxing but could have done with it for longer than 25-minutes. Overall experience was good
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Had an amazing massage and facial. The therapist was very professional
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It was really good to speak to someone to book our spa day, especially to get the timing of our treatments. However there seemed to be some confusion about the times, but it all worked out well in the end. We would have appreciated knowing that our afternoon tea was to be taken outwith the spa, but the treatments were great, and the facilities were excellent. We had a very relaxing time and it was lovely to end with an afternoon tea.
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Short massage and we didn't have time to use the facilities.
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The spa was really nice and the girls that did our treatments were really good. I’d come back for the spa, but nothing else.
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Fantastic spa treatment, Lisa delivering the treatment was fantastic. Super clean hotel, will return
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Spa area is lovely and very spacious. Could be doing with more loungers when its busier would be my only comment. Staff and treatments were fabulous.
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A lovely tranquil environment. Staff very friendly & treatments were fab.
Disappointed there was no hot tub or jacuzzi.
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Great treatments and very nice spa facilities. Could do with a swimming costume spinner in the changing rooms, as they didn't dry in the rooms overnight and putting on a wet costume the following day was not nice!
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Bit disappointed no Jacuzzi, but the pool was nice and warm. The treatments were brilliant
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Staff very accommodating especially when I suffered a health issue that incapacitated me for several hours and was allowed to remain in room past booking out time. Many tha ks for understanding.
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It was so relaxing and luxurios. I would recommend houston house to everyone!
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My stay at this hotel was a very disappointing one ,the staff were very unpleasant on arrival, some were very unhelpful and also not very pleasant which didnt make my stay very enjoyable .the bathroom has dirty Mark's on the toilet, hairs on the bed and the room just wasnt clean .also a drink was spilled all over me and my partner having our first drink in the bar ,the prices were extortionate 15 for a glass of prosecco and a bottle of copherberg I wasnt happy with my stay at all and I will not be recommending or returning to this hotel .
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Was a lovely star, staff were really attentive and made us feel welcome.
The only downside was that as a group of 8 ladies, we were asked at our dinner reservation not long after we ordered our starters to 'keep the noise down' which we found quite unexpected and inappropriate given we weren't being roudy just merely excitedly catching up with our friends. This was the only real negative of our stay.
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When we arrived we were given a standard room which was very small & smelled a bit musty & only had a very small electric heater but when we spoke to reception we were upgraded & the room was very comfortable
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Lovely room in the tower. Very comfortable and quiet. Food delicious at evening meal and breakfast.
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It is a shame that the place is clearly under staffed. The waiting times for everything (Room service, getting a drink at the bar, getting sat down for breakfast) were ridiculous, although staff were really friendly and amicable. The food, albeit having rosettes, was not of great quality or flavour.
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Great hotel in beautiful grounds. Room and facilities were excellent.
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A lovely hotel although a little tired in decor so possibly 3* more than 4 in some areas. The lighting at night flickered and caused discomfort for some of my group in the restaurant.
Could not fault the food although the meringue was completely missing from the Eton mess!
The staff throughout the hotel were very friendly and made the wknd feel very special, especially when we had the restaurant to ourselves!
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A few teething problems with the rooms and meals, but very friendly staff sorted them with a smile. Many thanks for a lovely stay.
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Nice and cosy, friendly and helpful staff. They especially sourced halal chicken for us.
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