A family-friendly stay in Glenrothes awaits you at Balbirnie House. You'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Bongos Soft Play Centre and 8.1 km (5.1 mi) from Wellsgreen Golf Range. Highlights at this Georgian hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .The restaurant, Orangery, is open for breakfast and dinner. Library Bar is the hotel's own bar. 2 meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Glenrothes hotel include Fife Ice Arena and Skydive St. Andrews.
What's nearby
Bongos Soft Play Centre - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Skydive St. Andrews - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Falkland Palace - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
Leven Beach - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
Edinburgh Castle - 49 min drive - 60.5 km
Getting around
Markinch Station - 4 min drive
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 96 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Handi - 7 min drive
The Golden Acorn (Wetherspoon) - 6 min drive
Costa Coffee - 7 min drive
Subway - 7 min drive
About this property
Balbirnie House
Georgian hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms.
Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Balbirnie House. For a fee, parking is available.
This 4-star Glenrothes hotel is smoke free.
30 guestrooms or units
3 levels
Built in 1777
Childcare (surcharge)
Charging station for electric cars
Conference centre
Business facilities
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Coffee in lobby
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff members are multilingual
Front desk safe
Concierge
Wedding services available
Library
Garden
Outdoor picnic space
Fireplace in lobby
Bellhop
Lift
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Balbirnie House offers 30 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 42-inch plasma televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 19.50 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Library Bar
Orangery
Things to do
18-hole adjacent golf course
Books
Golf
Golf caddies
Library
Piano
Family friendly
High chair
In-room babysitting
In-room cot
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Separate bedroom
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Wedding services
Business services
2 meeting rooms
Business centre
Conference centre
Outdoors
Garden
In a regional park
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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3 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1777
Fireplace in lobby
Georgian architecture
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch plasma TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Restaurant dining guides
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Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 40.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
Only dogs are allowed
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per stay.
Free cots (infant beds)!
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: from approximately GBP 19.50 per person
Self-parking fee: GBP 10 per night
Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per stay
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Visa Checkout
Cashless transactions are available
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard, debit cards, mobile payments and Visa Checkout. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Balbirnie
Balbirnie House
Balbirnie House Glenrothes
Balbirnie House Hotel
Balbirnie House Hotel Glenrothes
Balbirnie House Hotel Markinch
Balbirnie House Hotel
Balbirnie House Glenrothes
Balbirnie House Hotel Glenrothes
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Balbirnie House?
Balbirnie House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Balbirnie House?
Yep, Balbirnie House has a self car park for GBP 10 per night.
Are there any beaches close to Balbirnie House?
The closest beach to Balbirnie House is Leven Beach (9.7 km).
Is Balbirnie House family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a picnic area, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Balbirnie House is a hit with families.
Does Balbirnie House serve breakfast?
Sure does, full brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Balbirnie House?
No, Balbirnie House does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Balbirnie House?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Balbirnie House?
Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Balbirnie House?
Dogs are welcome at Balbirnie House, with food and water bowls on offer.
Is there a golf course on site at Balbirnie House?