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Boutique vegan hotel in the gateway to the Highlands. Non guests can dine if booked in advance. Lunch is served Wed-Sun 12PM-3PM and is an à la carte menu and reservations are recommended but not essential. Dinner is served in one sitting at 7PM Wed-Sun 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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Last update on 25 Jun 2025 by cmhwak
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110 Reviews
First Review by SylviaJohnstonMcCosh
cmhwak
Points +3499
Wonderful stay and food - Edit
We stayed for one night and loved it. We liked the place and food as everything was quite special there. Very friendly stuff, dog-friendly place to be with their own private little park for dog walks and places to relax. But be careful while booking your stay- if you want to go there for an overnight stay with a dinner: the kitchen is closed monday&tuesday. We have met a couple who came for the 3 course menue and were also able to book it with there overnight-stay on a monday but found out shortly before arriving that the dinner isn't possible at that day,only snacks. Same happend to us but as we stayed two more nights close by we could switch to another day. When only booking a table, it is clearly not possible for those days, but for an overnight stay it is, so that's why I mention it. Shouldn't be possible to make the booking for a menue on days they don't offer it. Especially in all-vegan hotels people often come more or less because of the food.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-16
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vegan.baddie
Points +1083
An absolute *dream* - Edit
I don’t even know how to write this review because I am obsessed with everything about Saorsa 1875 and I’m not over any of it yet. We had a beautiful stay here and the food is phenomenal. One of the best meals I’ve ever had, easily. Incredible 5 course meal, incredible service, incredible drinks. I also have to shout out the breakfast they offer, you can choose a starter and a main and it’s so freaking good. Everything was beautiful, the food, the entire hotel, the grounds, the fact that they allow dogs to stay, I loved it all. If you are considering a dinner reso or a hotel reso here just do it. You will be so lucky to experience it! I truly hope to be back someday!!
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cChrisButler
Points +124
Great stay! - Edit
We had a fantastic two nights at Soarsa 1875, an amazing experience visiting an entirely vegan hotel and not have to worry about whether your toast will be dry in the morning.
Read moreWe had two different tasting menus on the evening with a variety of ambitious dishes which focussed on seasonal produce. Wine list was excellent with some great niche selections highlighting natural wines.
Breakfast offered things like porridge, granola, chia pudding, pancakes, avocado toast and scrambled tofu. Without a doubt the best breakfast selection I’ve had in any hotel.
We thought it was reasonably priced and the local area offered a lot to see if you like hiking and whisky (although there’s probably plenty more, too).
Staff were lovely and very helpful, and so were all the other guests which helps!
Only minor downside was that both mornings our coffees milk was oversteamed and burnt, but for us it didn’t detract from the overall experience.
We hope to visit again one day!
Pros: Tasting Menu, Breakfast, Lovely Room
Cons: Coffee
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Rhianora
Points +46
vegan paradise - Edit
I stayed there for 4 nights, dinned with them twice and it was all wonderful. The staff is very friendly and attentive and the place is beautiful. It was not just the obvious advantages of being in an all vegan hotel/ restaurant e.g. not having the think or ask about ingredients all the time. The food is incredible, both at breakfast and especially at dinner. The dinner menu changes daily.
Read morePros: beautiful house and outdoor facilities, very delicious food, friendly staff
Cons: breakfast and dinner low on protein, low water pressure in shower
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jlabanz
Points +60
Wonderful food! - Edit
We stayed here for three nights and the food was amazing. Daily breakfast that had amazing sourdough, jam, butter, teas, pancakes, granola, and more! We had their vegan charcuterie as a snack one day - 5 delicious cheeses. The five course dinner every night was excellent. All the dishes starred a veggie and the creativity of the chef with the food was incredible! Definitely recommend this both as a place to eat and to stay.
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sterestherster
Points +1251
Lovely building, good food - Edit
All vegan hotel en restaurant. Very friendly staff. Good food, not excellent but fair price/quality. Easy to reach by train.
Read morePros: Easy to reach by train, Quiet surroundings
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mcoyle161071
Points +36
Vegan Sunday Lunch - Edit
Friendly speedy service and excellent food which we really enjoyed.
Read morePros: Sourdough and pate amazing, Presentation, Tiramisu gorgeous
Cons: Pasta dish could have been hotter, More pate would have been nice!
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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 +888
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 +718
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 +2047
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 +2408
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 +122
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 +372
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 +148
Great place! - Edit
Lovely hotel and rooms, the breakfast/lunch/dinners were all amazing
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Hilbia
Points +36
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 +1025
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 +90
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 +4080
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 +2415
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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