The Stag Head Hotel
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Summary of reviewsThe Stag Head Hotel, situated in the picturesque village of South Queensferry, enjoys an enviable location that has garnered constant praise from guests. Overlooking the Forth Rail Bridge and Firth of Forth, the hotel provides stunning views of iconic bridges and the serene seaside environment, ideal for leisurely strolls. Its central positioning offers easy access to nearby attractions, shops, bars and restaurants, coupled with convenient public transportation and on-street parking. The hotel's proximity to Edinburgh Airport makes it a convenient stopover for travelers.
Despite some disappointment regarding the unavailability of breakfast, the rooms at The Stag Head Hotel receive positive remarks for their comfort and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds, clean and often recently renovated rooms and the stunning views, particularly from rooms facing the Forth Bridge. While room sizes vary, the overall experience remains pleasant with essential amenities like TV, WIFI and electric tea kettles consistently functional. The helpful and friendly staff, notably Carol and Elliot, enhance guests' experiences with their attentive service.
The hotel's impressive standards of cleanliness extend throughout the establishment with rooms and shared facilities described as super clean and beautifully decorated. While occasional issues were noted, such as limited hot water or isolated concerns in specific rooms, the general consensus is overwhelmingly positive.
The staff at The Stag Head Hotel are consistently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, contributing significantly to the hotel's welcoming atmosphere. Small gestures, like assisting with luggage and warmly welcoming pets, highlight the team's dedication to excellent service.
While the WiFi experience can be inconsistent, particularly in upstairs rooms, guests managing to connect downstairs in the bar indicated reliable browsing capabilities. Improvements in WiFi infrastructure could greatly benefit those needing consistent connectivity in their rooms.
In summary, The Stag Head Hotel offers a memorable stay characterized by its prime location, comfortable and clean accommodations and exceptionally friendly staff. Although some areas, like breakfast services and WiFi connectivity, could use enhancement, the overall guest experience is highly recommended.
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Despite some disappointment regarding the unavailability of breakfast, the rooms at The Stag Head Hotel receive positive remarks for their comfort and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds, clean and often recently renovated rooms and the stunning views, particularly from rooms facing the Forth Bridge. While room sizes vary, the overall experience remains pleasant with essential amenities like TV, WIFI and electric tea kettles consistently functional. The helpful and friendly staff, notably Carol and Elliot, enhance guests' experiences with their attentive service.
The hotel's impressive standards of cleanliness extend throughout the establishment with rooms and shared facilities described as super clean and beautifully decorated. While occasional issues were noted, such as limited hot water or isolated concerns in specific rooms, the general consensus is overwhelmingly positive.
The staff at The Stag Head Hotel are consistently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, contributing significantly to the hotel's welcoming atmosphere. Small gestures, like assisting with luggage and warmly welcoming pets, highlight the team's dedication to excellent service.
While the WiFi experience can be inconsistent, particularly in upstairs rooms, guests managing to connect downstairs in the bar indicated reliable browsing capabilities. Improvements in WiFi infrastructure could greatly benefit those needing consistent connectivity in their rooms.
In summary, The Stag Head Hotel offers a memorable stay characterized by its prime location, comfortable and clean accommodations and exceptionally friendly staff. Although some areas, like breakfast services and WiFi connectivity, could use enhancement, the overall guest experience is highly recommended.
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Situated in the charming village of South Queensferry, The Stag Head Hotel boasts an enviable location that guests consistently praise. Overlooking the Forth Rail Bridge and Firth of Forth, the hotel offers stunning views of the water and iconic bridges, which are a highlight for many visitors. It is centrally located, making it easy to walk to nearby attractions, shops, bars and restaurants. Convenient public transportation connections and on-street parking add to its appeal.
The hotel's picturesque setting provides a beautiful backdrop, ideal for leisurely strolls along the High Street or simply enjoying the serene seaside environment. Its proximity to Edinburgh Airport makes it a convenient stopover for travelers. Guests have also found the location to be perfect for exploring the historic and scenic locales of South Queensferry.
With its prime positioning and comfortable accommodations, The Stag Head Hotel, set in a visually appealing neighborhood, offers a memorable stay in a distinctly beautiful part of Scotland.
The Stag Head Hotel has faced widespread disappointment regarding its breakfast offerings. Numerous guests found that, contrary to advertisements and menus, no breakfast was actually available during their stay. Many were frustrated upon discovering that breakfast, although included in their booking or listed on the website, was not provided. Some noted that the kitchen was undergoing refurbishment and no cooked food options were available. While the hotel occasionally suggested a nearby café for breakfast, the absence of an in-house breakfast service left many patrons unsatisfied.
The rooms at The Stag Head Hotel offer a diverse range of experiences, generally leaning towards comfort and cleanliness. Guests frequently compliment the rooms for being very comfortable, clean and often recently renovated and decorated. Many of the rooms provide stunning views, particularly of the Forth Bridge and surrounding areas, adding a charming element to the stay. Single rooms, while compact, are noted to be quite comfortable and family rooms are praised for their comfort as well.
Some guests highlighted the outstanding views from specific rooms, notably room number 1 and room 4, which faced beautiful courtyards and offered glimpses of the ocean. The hotel's location also garners positive remarks for its picturesque setting, although it is slightly further from Edinburgh. Essential amenities such as TV, WIFI and electric tea kettles were consistently functional and appreciated.
However, the size of the rooms varied significantly with some guests finding them spacious enough while others described them as small but adequate for their needs. There were a few issues reported, such as feeling uncomfortably hot or experiencing bites in room 4, though these seemed to be isolated cases. Shared facilities were also mentioned and it appears to be a matter of personal preference.
Despite some minor drawbacks, the overall consensus is that the rooms at The Stag Head Hotel are well-maintained, clean and equipped with necessary amenities, making for a pleasant stay. The helpful and friendly staff further enhance the experience, ensuring guests feel comfortable and well taken care of during their visit.
The beds at The Stag Head Hotel consistently receive praise for their comfort with numerous guests describing them as very comfortable or extremely soft. The overall experience of sleeping here is marked by a high level of comfort, which significantly enhances the stay. While most reviews highlight the coziness of the beds, some mention that properly suited bedding could further improve the experience. However, occasional sagging beds were noted. Despite these few concerns, the general consensus is that the beds at The Stag Head Hotel ensure a restful and pleasant night's sleep.
The Stag Head Hotel stands out for its impressive standards of cleanliness, according to numerous guest reviews. Visitors consistently highlight the hotel's super clean rooms and well-maintained environment. Rooms are described as very clean, cozy and beautifully decorated. This dedication to cleanliness extends throughout the establishment, including particularly spotless en suites and shared facilities like the shower and toilet in the hall. Notably, some rooms also boast amazing views that guests appreciate. In addition to the cleanliness, the hotel offers spacious, comfortable accommodations that provide great value for money. While there were occasional comments about limited hot water, the overall guest experience suggests a highly recommended stay at The Stag Head Hotel.
The staff at The Stag Head Hotel receive consistently high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness. Guests frequently mentioned how the team, including owners and specific members like Carol and Elliot, went above and beyond to provide excellent service. This includes small but noteworthy gestures, such as helping guests with heavy luggage and warmly welcoming both humans and pets alike. The hotel's communication is described as smooth and easy with check-ins handled efficiently by team members, sometimes even the bartender. While there were a few minor hiccups, generally, the staff are highlighted as accommodating, pleasant and exceptionally friendly, contributing significantly to the overall positive experience at the hotel.
The WiFi experience at The Stag Head Hotel presents a mixed bag with functionality highly dependent on location within the premises. Guests who relied on staying connected downstairs in the bar found the WiFi working consistently, allowing them to browse without major interruptions. However, those in upstairs rooms noted significant issues with connectivity, frequently reporting weak or non-existent signals. Although the WiFi was described as fast at times, many guests experienced intermittent disconnections, leading to frustration. The hotel could benefit from improvements in its WiFi infrastructure, especially for guests staying in rooms distant from the central hub.
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The hotel's picturesque setting provides a beautiful backdrop, ideal for leisurely strolls along the High Street or simply enjoying the serene seaside environment. Its proximity to Edinburgh Airport makes it a convenient stopover for travelers. Guests have also found the location to be perfect for exploring the historic and scenic locales of South Queensferry.
With its prime positioning and comfortable accommodations, The Stag Head Hotel, set in a visually appealing neighborhood, offers a memorable stay in a distinctly beautiful part of Scotland.
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Some guests highlighted the outstanding views from specific rooms, notably room number 1 and room 4, which faced beautiful courtyards and offered glimpses of the ocean. The hotel's location also garners positive remarks for its picturesque setting, although it is slightly further from Edinburgh. Essential amenities such as TV, WIFI and electric tea kettles were consistently functional and appreciated.
However, the size of the rooms varied significantly with some guests finding them spacious enough while others described them as small but adequate for their needs. There were a few issues reported, such as feeling uncomfortably hot or experiencing bites in room 4, though these seemed to be isolated cases. Shared facilities were also mentioned and it appears to be a matter of personal preference.
Despite some minor drawbacks, the overall consensus is that the rooms at The Stag Head Hotel are well-maintained, clean and equipped with necessary amenities, making for a pleasant stay. The helpful and friendly staff further enhance the experience, ensuring guests feel comfortable and well taken care of during their visit.
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No, The Stag Head Hotel doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at The Stag Head Hotel.
Yes, The Stag Head Hotel welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at The Stag Head Hotel.
No, The Stag Head Hotel doesn't have a gym.
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