Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort (near Glasgow)
Earl of Mar Estate, Mar Hall Avenue, Bishopton, PA7 5NW, United Kingdom
Tel: 01144 141 812 9999
Email: reservations@marhall.com Website: www.marhall.com
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Mar Hall is an elegant countryside retreat set within a 240-acre estate overlooking the River Clyde and is your gateway to the Highlands. This 19th-century Scottish baronial mansion has been meticulously reimagined with contemporary interiors and reopened in 2025 following a £20-million transformation. There are 65 bedrooms and suites; each category has a distinct style featuring luxury marble bathrooms. All guests enjoy a full Scottish breakfast and complimentary access to the resort’s Leisure Suite including a 20-meter indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and a fully-equipped gym. Mar Hall has a championship 18-hole golf course and a spa with an extensive range of treatments. Their elegant Dining Room offers an à la carte menu using the finest of Scottish ingredients while Il Posto, located in the clubhouse, offers an Italian-inspired menu in a relaxed environment using local ingredients. Afternoon Tea is offered daily in The Gallery and enjoy signature cocktails at their bar, Slàinte. Located just 10 minutes from Glasgow International Airport and a short 25 minutes from Glasgow and Loch Lomond, Mar Hall is a place to gather, unwind and feel truly looked after whilst on a Scottish holiday. Awards: Condé Nast Traveller listed Mar Hall as one of Europe’s Top 20 Resorts (2025 Readers’ Choice Awards).
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| THE GOLFER’S SANCTUARY WITH DINNER |
| from £485/per room per night Your Experience Includes: Accommodation in a Classic Bedroom for Two A Three-Course Dinner in The Dining Room A Round of Golf for Two on Mar Hall’s Championship 18-Hole Golf Course Full Access to the Swimming Pool, Sauna, Steam Room and Gym A Traditional Full Scottish Breakfast the Following Morning |
| The above is based on two adults sharing a Classic bedroom and includes the VAT. Cancellation Policy is 48 hours prior, in writing. All of the above is subject to availability and change without notice. |
| A ROMANTIC RETREAT |
| from £435/per room per night Your Experience Includes: Accommodation in a Classic Bedroom for Two A Chilled Bottle of Champagne Waiting in the Room to Toast the Occasion Dinner for Two in Mar Hall’s Elegant Dining Room A Traditional Full Scottish Breakfast the Following Morning |
| The above is based on two adults sharing a Classic bedroom and includes the VAT. Cancellation Policy is 48 hours prior, in writing. All of the above is subject to availability and change without notice. |
General Rates
| 2026 | |
| Classic Room (Super King, Super King/Twin) | from £285 to £425 |
| Garden Suite (Super King, Super King/Twin) (6 ensuite bedrooms that can be let individually or as a group, sleeping up to 12 guests.) | from £285 to £425 (per room per night) |
| Spa Garden Suite (Super King, Super King/Twin) | from £325 to £475 |
| Deluxe (Super King, Super King/Twin) | from £365 to £515 |
| Junior Suite (Four Poster or Super King) | from £660 to £890 |
| Grand Suite (Four Poster) | from £1,150 to £1,600 |
| Riverside Lodge (Super King) (4 ensuite bedrooms, dining room, kitchenette, sitting room, sleeping up to 8 guests.) |
from £1,000 to £1,600 |
| Woodside Lodge (Super King) (4 ensuite bedrooms, open plan sitting room, sleeping up to 8 guests.) | from £1,000 to £1,600 |
| Connection Room Options: two Deluxe rooms, two Spa Garden suites. | |
| When booking through JH Hotels & Companies, you will receive Mar Hall’s signature welcome plate plus a complimentary tour and tasting at Auchentoshan Distillery. | |
| These rates are per room per night based on 1 or 2 people sharing and include the VAT, a full Scottish breakfast and complimentary access to the resort’s Leisure Suite: a 20-meter indoor swimming pool, saunas, steam rooms, and a fully equipped gym. Extra Bed: £50/night for children ages 6 – 16, under 5 years old is complimentary. Dogs: £50/night. Cancellation Policy: 48 hours prior to arrival, in writing. No-shows are charged for the entire stay. All of the above is subject to availability and change without notice. | |
| GDS Codes: Chain code: HO – Amadeus: GLAMHA, Sabre: 63384, Galileo/Apollo: 65994, Worldspan: GLAMH, Pegasus: 27720 If you book through the GDS, send us an email so we can VIP and you receive any amenities available. |
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General Information
65 Bedrooms and Suites
Connecting Rooms – Yes
3 People Sharing – Yes (2 adults, 1 child)
4 People Sharing – Yes (2 adults, 2 children)
2 Restaurants
(The Dining Room and Il Posto)
2 Bars
(Slàinte Cocktail Bar and The Gallery Bar)
24-Hour Room Service
Concierge
Leisure Facilities: (Sauna, Steam,
Gym and a 20-Meter Indoor Pool)
Spa (range of facials/massages available)
Championship 18-Hole Golf Course
Private Gardens
Outdoor Terrace
Games Room
Screening Room
Billiards Room
Free Wireless Internet
Flat-Screen TVs
RESORT DIRECTOR
Andy Roger
NEAREST RAIL STATION
Bishopton Station (5 min by taxi)
Glasgow Central (25 min)
NEAREST AIRPORT
Glasgow (GLA) (10 min)
Sybil Heathcote, Countess of Mar
Local Sightseeing
ACTIVITIES AT MAR HALL: 4×4 off-road driving, falconry, clay-pigeon shooting, biking, hiking, archery, axe throwing, pony trekking, gin and whisky tastings, helicopter trips as well as the spa and 18-hole golf course.
LOCH LOMOND: Balloch, located at the southern tip of Loch Lomond, is a popular gateway to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Visitors can enjoy scenic boat cruises on the loch, offering views of islands, mountains, and wildlife. Balloch Country Park is ideal for gentle walks, picnics, and family outings, with landscaped gardens and woodland trails. The surrounding waters are perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, and other outdoor adventures. (13 mi, 25 min)
DUMBARTON CASTLE: Dumbarton was the center of the ancient kingdom of Strathclyde from the fifth century until 1018, and it was an important royal refuge. This is where William Wallace, the hero of Braveheart, was imprisoned before his journey to London for execution. The castle is noted for its artillery fortifications and its governor’s home, a Georgian residence that houses artifacts that have been found in the castle. (8.5 mi, 18 min)
INVERARAY CASTLE: Located in the picturesque village of Inveraray, this castle is the ancestral home of the Duke of Argyll, Chief of the Clan Campbell. It was the first castle of its size and type to be built on Scotland’s west coast. Visitors can explore its historical rooms as well as its gardens and grounds. (52 mi, 1 hr 15 min)
STIRLING CASTLE: One of Scotland’s grandest castles due to its imposing position and impressive architecture, Stirling Castle towers over some of the most important battlefields of Scotland’s past, including Stirling Bridge, the site of William Wallace’s victory over the English in 1297, and Bannockburn, where Robert the Bruce defeated the English in 1314. (44 mi, 55 min)
CHARLES RENNIE MACKINTOSH’S HILL HOUSE: Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928), an architect, designer and artist, is today celebrated internationally as one of the most significant talents of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was born in Glasgow, which is where the majority of his work can be found. In 1902 he was commissioned to design Hill House – the house, its gardens, much of its furniture, and all the interior fittings. Hill House is now in the care of The National Trust for Scotland, and its original furniture, fittings and designs have been reinstated or restored. (19 mi, 34 min)
KELVINGROVE ART GALLERY: Kelvingrove, in Glasgow, is one of Scotland’s great museums, and it’s one of the country’s most popular free attractions. Its 22 galleries are home to 8,000 objects that focus on natural history, arms and armor, and art from several periods of history. The museum is noted for its magnificent historic organ; free recitals take place daily. (15 mi, 25 min)
GLENGOYNE DISTILLERY: Glengoyne is one of the leading premium malt whiskies in the world. An award-winning malt, it’s the product of an unconventional process, remarkable ingredients, and the pride and passion of the tenth generation of distillers who make it. Tours range from a simple walk around the distillery to tastings and master classes in which participants blend their own whisky. An on-site shop sells not only whisky, but also a variety of collectibles. (17 mi, 31 min)
DRUMMOND CASTLE GARDENS: This is one of Europes most important and impressive formal gardens. In the Outlander TV series, these magnificent gardens were used as the location for the gardens of Versailles. A perfect day from Mar Hall would be to combine a visit to Drummond Castle Gardens with Stirling Castle. (62 mi, 1 hr 30 min)
SCOTTISH WOOL CENTRE: Located in the town of Aberfoyle, a gateway to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, the Wool Centre sells all types of woolen goods, from cashmere to Harris tweed. To keep guests entertained, the center offers a thrice-daily dog demonstration, in which canine competitors round up ducks rather than sheep. (28 mi, 48 min)
MUSEUMS IN GLASGOW: The Burrell Collection, People’s Palace, Riverside Transport Museum, Scotland Street School, St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, Provand’s Lordship, Gallery of Modern Art (all free).
Commuting Distances
Edinburgh – 1 hr 15 min (car), 1 hr 2 min [fastest train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverley]
Balloch (Loch Lomond) – 25 min (by car)
Glasgow – 25 min (by car)
Culloden House – 3 hr 30 min (by car)
Glasgow Int’l Airport (GLA) – 10 min (by car)