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Boutique vegan hotel in the gateway to the Highlands. Non guests can dine if booked in advance. Lunch is served Mon-Sat 12PM-3PM and is an à la carte menu and reservations are recommended but not essential. Dinner is served in one sitting at 7PM Mon-Sat and reservations are essential. Open Mon-Wed 13:00-20:00, Thu-Sat 13:00-15:00, 19:00-19:30, Sun 13:00-20:00. Small plates menu (Sun-Wed 18PM, Thur-Sat 1-3PM) & 5-Course Tasting Menu (Thur-Sat 7PM).
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103 Reviews
First Review by SylviaJohnstonMcCosh
liz.munn
Points +353
Vegan heaven - Edit
We stayed at the hotel for two nights - the highlight of our trip from Australia. It was fantastic to not have to worry about down pillows or leather furniture in the hotel. It’s a beautiful place and the decor is quirky and stylish. We had breakfast and dinner both days and highly recommend. It is expensive, it is a tasting-type of menu (breakfast is more buffet plus a couple of hot choices). But the food is exquisite. Modern, inventive, perfectly seasoned. The bar is a delight to sit in and enjoy a cocktail in front of the fire.
Read morePros: Complete vegan immersion!, Food is delicious and high-end conceptual, A real treat if you miss fine dining
Cons: Not inexpensive but value for money
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Blaspheimear
Points +692
Perfection - Edit
Stayed at the hotel for one night (regretting not having at least another)! The place is incredibly stylish, with a cute cosy bar to one side and the restaurant to the other. The rooms are located up the elegant staircase; in the landing, there’s a small fridge with mini bottles of oat milk for in-room tea & coffee. Dinner was stunning - we had the a la carte tapas menu as the tasting menu wasn’t served on the day we stayed. But it was no problem, as literally every dish we had was amazing. They encourage sharing, with the smaller plates coming together as a stater, followed by larger plates. My favourites were the fried kimchi and the barley risotto - the wild herb pesto was divine. We got two desserts - the tiramisu and the matcha puff pastry. Both were utterly fabulous. We shared a bottle of orange wine from Nottingham, of all places! Breakfast was equally great, with juices, smoothies, cereals, oatly yoghurt with toppings, toast etc and you can order hot plates from the kitchen - I had some beans on toast; the beans were a mixture of different types and it had a nice chili kick. Overall it was an utterly fabulous stay and we’re planning on a longer visit next time!
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misstracee
Points +571
Absolutely lovely. - Edit
Did not book a table as we were unsure what time we would arrive into Pitlochry. They were able to accept us at 1pm when they opened as there was no one else there. I do not believe this to be the case very often as I had looked to book other days and times were limited. I think I just got lucky.
Read moreThe service was really great. The gentleman that looked after us was extremely friendly and helpful. We chatted with him about our travels so far and he was able to provide some helpful advice. Many thanks to him.
The food itself was all incredible. We ordered all the small plates minus the watermelon dish and ordered the pasta and mushroom dishes from the large plate menu. We also ordered the tiramisu. Absolutely delicious.
I don't believe I could afford to come too often but it was a lovely meal and for something special, I would love to visit again. We did not stay in the rooms but hopefully one day. We did walk around the grounds and it was beautiful. With the leaves changing, it was magical.
There were also two dogs on site and they were lovely. 10/10 would recommend.
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ThomasZet
Points +1591
Posh and stylish - Edit
A very elegant and cozy place with friendly staff. Fusion restaurant, new interesting culinary experiences. The first and probably the only vegan hotel in the UK.
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Malwina1996
Points +1948
Vegan hotel and restaurant 💚 - Edit
This is amazing place - first UK 100% plant based hotel and restaurant. Very cosy rooms and decorations in whole hotel. The food was pretty fushion but tasty. They also use vegan and cruelty free cosmetics. In the morning there is a breakfast - toasts, cereals, yoghurt, fruits - everything vegan. Very friendly and helpful staff 💚 we had really nice stay there!
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2RoseCarlton
Points +20
Fabulous - Edit
We stayed at Saorsa 1865 for two nights and were delighted by the food. The menu doesn't give much away so we weren't sure what to expect. The food that arrived was all absolutely delicious and really imaginative, there was nothing boring or bog standard. The breakfast was lovely, really wholesome and generous. The staff were super friendly and it's clear this is a real passion for those working there. We would recommend Saorsa to anyone plant based, vegan, or interested in high quality food.
Read morePros: Amazing food, Lovely staff, Beautiful venue
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Maxie_b
Points +98
50th birthday treat - Edit
We stayed for 2 days in a deluxe room. This was very nice and spacious.
Read moreWe had the small/large plates menu one night, food was absolutely delicious, in particular the lions mane large plate!
Breakfast was great with a help yourself spread including granola, yoghurt, fruit, nuts, seeds, fruit juices, smoothies, turmeric/ginger shots and also hot food of porridge and changeable cooked breakfast (homemade beans/mushrooms/scrambled tofu/veg hash).
Great location a few mins walk from town, beautiful Victorian villa house, with interesting quirks.
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Sabine111
Points +329
Great food! - Edit
We where there for dinner and had a few different dishes. Everything tasted delicious but don't go there when you are really hungry 😅 It's rather expensive and the dishes are small but for 1 evening it's ok. But what's really not nice is that it's very cold and not comfy. I sat there with my jacket and was cold anyway. That's a pity because the interieur is beautiful.
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HeatherMillican
Points +68
Deserving of all the stars - Edit
This cozy hotel is pure magic! The decor is eclectic and amenities are top tier charming. The service was impeccable and food to die for!! We can’t wait to visit again💜
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-09-12
Pros: Gorgeous & spacious room , Nathan & the waitstaff , Superb location & pet friendly
HeatherMillican
The Spice & Black mocktail was the tastiest libation that I’ve ever had!
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megskifatface
Points +160
Too posh to have biscuits in the room - Edit
Really disappointed by this venue and the food. Dishes were missing listed elements. Many were unpleasantly tepid leaving me unsure if they were incorrectly heated or meant to be that way.
Read moreMy cauliflower mousse was a cold puree. My deconstructed brownie was a brownie mashed with a fork.
There was the odd really good dish. The celeriac was great, the lions mane cooked brilliantly. The tasting menu which I had on the second night was overall reasonable.
The room is beautiful with uncomfortable seats.
The manager was unpleasant when I raised being overcharged over £80. After 15 minutes of trying to check out it still wasn't resolved. She later emailed to say I hadn't been overcharged, I had paid the correct amount. Well I had eventually, but only because I had asked for the invoice and a price breakdown to be emailed to me. Suddenly then the overcharging disappeared from the bill.
I don't share other people's views that this is an amazing place. I won't be going back.
Pros: Nice decor, Some food was lovely, Some staff skillful
Cons: Overcharged over £80 , Manager unhelpful, Old dregs of milk for drinks
Buddha boy
👍🏼
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nachosanta
Points +142
Great place! - Edit
Lovely hotel and rooms, the breakfast/lunch/dinners were all amazing
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Hilbia
Points +32
Fantastic - Edit
Absolutely fantastic. The food was very tasty and also beautifully presented. A great selection. The staff was super friendly and explained all the ingredients to us. The atmosphere was great. Absolutely recommended.
Read morePros: Atmosphere, Presentation, Taste
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RC1
Points +920
Lovely hotel, beautiful food - Edit
We stayed for 2 nights and also ate lunch and dinner in the restaurant.
Read moreBreakfast: hot food options were porridge, scrambled tofu and beans and there was a selection of cold items in the buffet. All very healthy and I particularly enjoyed the the berries and nuts to top my porridge.
Lunch: selection of small plates, beautifully presented. My favourite was the mushroom 'scallops'
Cheeseboard: cheeses from I am Nut OK and Honestly Tasty so nothing really new or local, but still nice.
Dinner: the 5 course tasting menu was excellent. Each course was well thought out and looked beautiful. The poached pear salad with granola was the most surprising combo but was very good.
Overall, worth the trip!
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meganinoakland
Points +32
A sanctuary of compassion - Edit
I don't want to leave! We spent two nights here and it was ideal. The room was so cozy and incredibly quiet. Then to be able to wake up to a tasty vegan breakfast and then to walk around quaint Pitlochry...jusy wonderful! The dinners were delicious too! The inn is near the train station and was access to Edinburgh. Enjoy some homemade yogurt for me!
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electramayhem
Points +296
Perfect place for a getaway - Edit
Booked a stay here for part of our honeymoon after following this place from a far. During our two night stay we tried plenty of cocktails, sharing plates, and the 5 course dinner. On the last morning we enjoyed the breakfast spread - so yum! Staff is friendly, products are lovely, and you’re a short walk away from the village or a hike to the Black Spout. Next time we’re trying the cheeseboard and the cocktail class! 🙌🏻
Read morePros: Kind staff, beautiful aesthetic
Cons: Pricy
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YvonneAC
Points +68
OMG the peach dessert... - Edit
Great vegan cheese board. Lovely Sourdough bread. But the peach dessert was outstanding.
Read morePros: Nice staff.
Cons: A bit pricey but worth it!
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JackyDeReviere
Points +3377
Delicious vegan dinner in a beautiful dining room - Edit
We were welcomed in the bar where they have an extensive cocktail menu, a start in style!
Read moreThen we really enjoyed a fantastic vegan five-course menu in the beautiful dining room.
Very tasty dishes, beautifully presented.
Pros: Very tasty vegan dishes, beautifully presented, Cosy atmosphere - Friendly staff, 100 % vegan hotel-restaurant
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Darren&Adele
Points +35
Lunch - Edit
Tried the new small plates lunch menu. Amazing food, well presented and excellent service.
Read morePros: Food, Location , Service
Cons: None
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Simsimsims
Points +2401
A fancy treat - Edit
What a great stay! The rooms (and hotel in general) are very comfortable, the decor and atmosphere very cool, the staff is very pro, welcoming and helpful and the restaurant, and talented cooks provide a fine dining experience.
Read moreThe fact that everything is vegan makes it so much better!
I highly recommend booking a stay at Saorsa 1875, you won't regret it!
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Elizabethann
Points +121
Stylish ‘special occasion’ stay - Edit
We stayed overnight in the ‘Superior’ Otter room and had the 5 course dinner, breakfast and then 3 course Christmas lunch. The bedroom and bathroom were comfortable and stylish and we enjoyed the extra space to relax by the fire in the communal lounge/bar. We weren’t ‘wowed’ by the food but it was tasty, attractively presented and plentiful. We saw red squirrels in the lovely communal grounds. Purchased the wine and cheese board but it was too much at the end of the evening meal - would have preferred it in our room on arrival. It’s a very, very expensive stay but on balance I think it’s worth it for a special occasion experience.
Read morePros: Cosy communal spaces, Gorgeous decor, Red squirrels in the gardens and beavers nearby
Cons: Eye wateringly expensive,, Tricky to locate staff at the point you need them , Not particularly ‘eco’
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Marsellan
Points +65
Excellent - Edit
We stayed one night and had a dinner/B&B arrangement. It was fabulous. We had a 5-course taster menu and I can honestly say it was fine dining. The hotel is very comfortable and quite quirky! The staff are very friendly and so helpful. What a treat. We will return, without a doubt.
Read morePros: Warm and welcoming. Very comfortable., Excellent food., Fantastic cocktails and wines.
saorsahotel
Thank you so much for your 5-star review. We really appreciate your kind words about the hotel and our food.
Read moreWe look forward to welcoming you back.
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gillygolly
Points +102
Best ever vegan place - Edit
Saorsa is the most fantastic vegan hotel. Staff are professional, happy, knowledgeable and make all customers feel welcome. The rooms are Devine including the chic bar and stylish lounge.
Read moreFood is made to be memorable! Local, organic produce exquisitely prepared with love.
Pros: All 100% vegan, Ethical considerations , Stylish decor with humour and brilliant music
Cons: None
saorsahotel
Thank you so much for your 5-star review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit, and appreciate your kind words.
Read moreWe look forward to welcoming you back.
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Gingertwins
Points +109
First class vegan experience - Edit
A comfortable cosy stay in this beautifully restored old house. It was raining heavily outdoors but the roaring log fires in the sitting areas created a warm welcome. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Our room was lovely with vegan friendly luxury toiletries. The food was the ⭐️. Everything tasted delicious and presentation beautiful. What a treat.
Read moresaorsahotel
Thank you so much for your 5-star review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit, and appreciate your kind words.
Read moreWe look forward to welcoming you back.
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Coeliacsquirrel
Points +353
Delicious evening meal - Edit
I had been wanting to visit here for a while and enjoyed our two day stay. We were given a room upgrade on arrival which was unexpected and much appreciated. The evening meal on Sunday was more relaxed affair but food was still very tasty. The more formal menu on Monday however was fantastic.
Read moreBreakfast was also tasty but quite small portions, although I was still stuffed from dinner the night before!
The wine list is superb but pricy
Pros: Tasting menu was superb , Fantastic wine list , Very friendly staff
Cons: It’s quite pricy , Breakfast portions are small
saorsahotel
Thank you so much for your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit, and appreciate your kind words.
Read moreWe look forward to welcoming you back.
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Aitchjhughes
Points +158
Perfection! - Edit
We stayed here for one night with our doggo & the staff loved him. It was great! Food was delicious & the hotel was beautiful! I can't wait to go back 🥰
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-25
Pros: 100% vegan, Dog friendly, Food, wine & cocktails
saorsahotel
Thank you so much for your 5-star review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit, and appreciate your kind words.
Read moreWe look forward to welcoming you back.
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DaphD
Points +5972
Nice hotel, but please check your bill! - Edit
We enjoyed the fancy hotel, nice staff and of course the great food and cocktails. Our room was nice, although it was a bit small and there were no bathroom shelves to put our stuff on. The room was equipped with a water boiler, glasses, loose tea and ground coffee. In the corridor, there was a fridge they stock with plant milk and water. The ground floor had several facilities, like a restaurant and a bar/lounge area.
Read moreHowever, we were a bit surprised that there was no check-up in the room during our 2-nights stay. Also, our bill contained errors: they didn’t check properly whether it was correct (e.g. by letting us sign it off). On top of that, they never mentioned they charge a 15% tip by default on anything you order. They also made a mistake when correcting the bill, since the tip was calculated over a too high amount.
We also visited Sgarbh lodge in Isle of Skye, which was a completely different but also amazing experience. We recommend visiting them as well when in Scotland!
saorsahotel
Thank you very much for your 4-star review. We appreciate your feedback.
Read moreWe check on rooms that have the "Please clean my room" door signs visible on the door handles. Our friendly front-of-house staff are always on hand to attend to your needs and would have been more than happy to resolve this for you. Please just ask 🤗
Our gratuity charge is non-mandatory and can be removed at a guest's request.
We hope you will visit us again in the future.
Best wishes,
The Saorsa Team
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Buddha boy
Points +318
So so Saorsa disappointing! - Edit
Was really looking forward to staying here for my birthday over 3 nights. Welcoming enough but felt the atmosphere a little cold, a bit like the room temperatures in our bedroom & bathroom and some mornings at breakfast. Room felt like it was in another hotel, very basic, 7 hangers in a tiny wardrobe for two people would be ok if there was somewhere else to unpack for 3 days but there wasn’t. Bathroom hand soap was nearly empty on arrival & one toilet roll would be ok if they were checked each day but they clearly were not as our one tiny bin was never emptied. Also nowhere to put any toiletries or hang items in bathroom. Tiny breakfast portions in small glass jars, sometimes labelled but most were not. Fruit some days then not the next. Judging by other guests faces we were not the only ones thinking the same! We are not big eaters but even this was clearly not enough for most people. Poor choice which also never changed along with noisy annoying music all the time! Yes it’s great it’s all Vegan but we have eaten much better Vegan food at places that are only offering Vegan options and at a fraction of the cost and with more choice and bigger portions. This is not a review that I like to leave an all Vegan place but it clearly is not worth the money. One lunch we had there was ok! So it wasn’t all bad but sadly enough to not return.
Read morePros: It’s all Vegan, Great location
Cons: Tiny breakfast with few options, Very Expensive for what you get , Basic bedroom and bathroom
saorsahotel
Thank you for your review.
Read moreThe room you stayed in has a full-sized wardrobe, 2 bedside tables with drawers, and a suitcase fold-out table for unpacking. We would have happily provided more hangers if you had asked a friendly staff member. We ask guests to leave a sign on their door handle if they require rooms to be cleaned and restocked - otherwise, we will respect their privacy and not enter the room.
We apologise that you felt cold, but we like to think we are all friendly enough to approach regarding any problems or issues which are very easily resolved. It would have just been a case of turning the thermostat up.
We are glad that you liked the lunch you had during your stay, although it is a shame that you did not try dinner which is a completely different experience altogether.
Our breakfast is a help-yourself buffet with a daily choice of 2 hot options and endless artisan tea and coffee. You were able to help yourself to as much as you wanted, and we are sorry this wasn't made clear.
The Saorsa Team
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