Kenmore Hotel, Kenmore

History

Built in 1572. On that day Sir Colin Campbell of Breadalbane granted a lease to his servant How Hay and his wife Christian Stanes "an honest hostelrie" which should at all times have sufficient ale, bread and other provisions.

In the 17th Century, Cromwell's army marched past the front door of the Kenmore Hotel in pursuit of the Earl of Montrose. As the smell of musket shot drifted through the village square, the roundhead officers tucked into Archie's Wee Bar Feastie Menu. Praise was forthcoming and so the Kenmore hotel was spared the terrible torching and destruction that took place from Kenmore to Glen Lyon and beyond.

Rabbie Burns in 1787 was so struck by the area, that he composed a poem sitting on the bridge over the Tay and wrote it in pencil on the chimney breast of the fireplace in our Poets Bar where it is to this day.

In 1842 Queen Victoria and Prince Albert celebrated their honeymoon at Taymouth Castle. During their memorable stay, they too were reputed to have sampled Archie's Wee Bar Feastie Menu and found it much to their liking.

Food & beverage

Full English breakfast is served in the hotel's Grill Room Restaurant from 7.00am to 9.30am. The Grill Room restaurant offers excellent Grill Room cuisine in an elegant setting, with panoramic views over the River Tay. Open from 8.00am until 9.00pm.

Relax with coffee and liqueurs in the lounge or find a cozy spot in the Poet’s Bar, a traditional Highland bar featuring an open fire, perfect on a chilly evening.  With its comfy chairs and cosy ambience, there’s nowhere better to enjoy one of their many fine Scottish malt whiskies and enjoy time with your friends or family.  The bar also features a wide selection of draught beers and locally-brewed real ales on tap.

Grounds & Gardens

Walk along the river or relax on the terrace and enjoy the views. Kenmore Hotel boasts 1½ miles of challenging salmon fishing for both novice and professional anglers alike on the famous Upper Tay, which is free to hotel guests.

Other facilities

Every bedroom includes; Tea/coffee making facilities, en-suite bathroom with a selection of toiletries, hairdryer, Wi-Fi, some with work space/desk, direct dial telephone, wake-up call facilities and room service.