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The Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro

Bridge of Awe, Taynuilt PA35 1HT, Scotland
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The Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro
Ranked #2 of 6 Taynuilt B&B and Inns
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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

A group of 7 of us walkers stayed for 2 nights at Brander Lodge and we would all recommend it. The staff were obviously happy, in fact one of them said what a lovely boss she had, and this gave the hotel a most pleasant atmosphere. One of our party had dietary problems and they were treated by a very... More

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Warwick, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

my sister and i both come from managing hotels with accom in OZ we had been travelling by car.. Ireland the Uk and Scotland over a month..We would stop Vik would run in sus the place out come back with thumbs raised or down .. we were not looking for 5 star we were looking for warmth..hospitality..cleanliness... and a feeling... More

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zanzibar
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Greetings from Africa Dave ,family and Tam ! We arrived back to our African sun safe and sound.... A quik thankyou for making us all feel at home..we were quit a large traveling group from us oldies to the small ones ,and you managed to please us all! I can say that my biggest suprise was Tam and his expertise... More

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Ballina, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Thanks Dave for having us was nice to feel at home after a long drive. Good food and a good bed to sleep in!! Keep up the refurbishment! Scotish stars ahead of the (Regent hotel) in town the poor old girl!! Which needs a good fix up!!!! Was so run down... Thanks dave... Paul Power.

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We recently stayed at The Brander Lodge over Easter and to celebrate my boyfriend's mothers birthday. We arrived to the most spectacular weather. Blue skies and sunshine (albeit it a bit Brrrr) but Brander Lodge looked lovely set back against Loch Tay and the surrounding scenery. David and his staff could not have been more helpful ahead of our visit,... More

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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

Stayed here while working in the local area and I have to say that I always looked forward to my evening meal in this place. Great food and it's hard to say that I've matched the same great food 6 nights in a row in any other hotel. Did I mention FREE wifi and great service?

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David K, Owner at The Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Dear Fazz79 Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. I am delighted that you enjoyed everything including all meals, nice to know we are doing things right for some folk anyway. As for Free WiFi.....am I missing a beat here, is this something I can charge for!!!! seriously I am glad you enjoyed the Free... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013 via mobile

We have just had a marvellous weekend at Brander Lodge. The weather was very kind to us which made the time even more enjoyable. David and Sheila and their staff couldn't do enough for us. Very relaxed friendly atmosphere and a great craic with staff and guests alike. We will definitely be back.

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David K, Owner at The Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Dear Helenekiernan Thank you for your lovely positive review and comments, so glad you had an enjoyable weekend with us at the Brander Lodge Hotel and we look forward to you returning again in the near future. Kind regards David Keat Owner/Manager More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

Had dinner with friends, having been told the restaurant had improved. Food was mediocre, service was less than average, dining room was empty. Atmosphere was cold, staff seemed disinterested. Overall, very disappointing.

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David K, Owner at The Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Dear Oliver P Oh my!! I am so sorry to hear you did not enjoy your food nor the atmosphere and service we provide at the Brander Lodge Hotel. Sadly a visit in January is not likely to find our Rural Restaurant nor any other Restaurant or Hotel busy, it is always quiet in this area following Christmas and New... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013 via mobile

Stayed at the brander lodge for about two to three months for work reasons. Would be more than happy to stay again as it's very friendly. The rooms are always spotless with great wifi just a shame about the 'jammy dodgers'. The food is top class from anything simple to fine dining. Would highly highly recommend staying at the brander... More

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David K, Owner at The Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Dear Davie (OKaBike) Thank you for your review I am so glad you enjoyed your lengthy stay with us and found all we offered to be so good. It was enjoyable having you here for sure and I for one hope that you make it back again at some other point in time. As for the Jammy Doggers hahaha I... More

London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013

Well what a pleasure to be back at the Brander Lodge but in Winter this time, thought a winter bagging of Cruachan was in order so my partner and I came to do just that. The welcome at Brander Lodge was as warm as the Peat Fire in the Lounge, Dave was so welcoming it was like returning home after... More

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David K, Owner at The Brander Lodge Hotel & Bistro, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Dear Phillip thank you for your lengthy review and so glad you made the return visit this time with your partner. Sorry about the weather the first day but glad we managed to organise a cracker day for the second one. I still have not climbed Cruachan having been here almost three years now and feel when I do manage... More

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The Brander Lodge Hotel And Bistro
Address: Bridge of Awe, Taynuilt PA35 1HT, Scotland
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Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Argyll and Bute > Taynuilt
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 6 B&Bs / Inns in Taynuilt
Price range (per night): S$57 - 151
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Warm, welcome, friendly hospitality is offered in this family owned and operated country Hotel & Bistro recently refurbished and quietly set in three and a half acres of landscaped gardens in the shadows of Ben Cruachan at the mouth of the historic Brander Pass. We have 19 rooms all en-suite compiling a combination of singles, twins, doubles and two, two roomed family rooms. Our newly opened Beauty Therapy room offers relaxing massage and various other treatments by appointment. The Hotel has an ongoing refurbishment program and will be carrying out further upgrading of facilities late Winter early Spring 2012 as business permits, with minimal disruption to guests as it shall be completed in closed off stages. ... more   less 

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