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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. Confirmed closed October 2025.
118 Reviews
First Review by SylviaJohnstonMcCosh
j.lee
Points +119
The best dining experience on our trip - Edit
We were looking into other options during our two day stay here but the menu was so varied we ultimately ended up eating almost every meal here. The banana blossom “crab” was delish, and I don’t usually like aubergine, but the slow cooked version we had for dinner was perfect - didn’t have that too chewy, tough texture and was well complemented by the bean purée and tamarind sauce. A perfect dining and hospitality experience.
Read morePros: Everything
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philipcastletx
Points +81
An amazing experience - Edit
The food is fabulous ! Lovely staff, cozy rooms, lovely location. My girlfriend and I loved it and would recommend it to anyone and everyone 😀
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Updated from previous review on 2023-05-08
Pros: The food , The staff, The location
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KennyK05
Points +59
Just delicious - Edit
Great find. Totally vegan. 5 course dinner menu, and every savoury dish was perfection. Desserts a little bland, but good nevertheless. I can heartily recommend, and look forward to going back.
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picandocodigo
Points +590
Great experience! - Edit
This hotel is in a great location, ideal as a base for hiking in Pitlochry. The room was comfortable and had a super pretty view to the woods, where you can see red squirrels and lots of birds.
Read moreBreakfast is excellent, you can have hot beverages, yogurt, milk, granola, muesli, fruits, hot food, toast and more. The scrambled tofu is amazing, so is the chocolate spread (ideal with peanut butter).
The bar is pretty relaxed and they offer all sorts of drinks and beer from a local brewery.
On Sundays they do a 3 course meal lunch which is super nice. Entry, main and dessert were delicious.
The staff are great, friendly and welcoming. The hotel is not too big, so even when it's fully booked it'll probably feel relaxed, which is great.
It's great to stay in a place where you don't need to worry about the ingredients in anything. I had high expectations, and I wasn't disappointed. Will definitely book a stay again!
Updated from previous review on 2023-04-24
Pros: Nice hotel, great location, Food is delicious, Friendly staff
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celsodantas
Points +59
The food is SO GOOD - Edit
Amazing restaurant. The food is SUPERP. One of the best vegan restaurants I’ve ever eaten.
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Thank you so much for your kind review. We're glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you again soon!
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IslEd
Points +40
Some of the best food I've ever had - Edit
Excellent, inventive food with unique, high quality ingredients. Delicious. Location and staff lovely.
Read morePros: Fine vegan dining, Great setting and atmosphere
saorsahotel
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you again soon!
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frugalveganfam
Points +2005
Fancy and vegan - Edit
The hotel is beautiful and in a gorgeous setting. While I love the influx of vegan food in the UK over the last few years this is definitely something different to whats usually offered, they do a 5 course tasting menu which is beautifully cooked with in season produce. The breakfast was delicious with plenty to choose from, I particularly enjoyed the vegan yoghurt, berries followed by scrambled tofu and toast. Staff were all very lovely and friendly, especially the lady from Glasgow who served us at breakfast.
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Thank you so much for your kind review. We're glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you again soon!
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Travels_in_Reggie
Points +5014
Saorsa - Edit
Saorsa provides hotel accommodation as well as a prebookable tasting menu for non residents on some nights of the week. I was lucky enough to be able to stay overnight and first impressions on arriving to the hotel were high. The building is beautiful, set in pretty grounds and I felt immediately relaxed and at ease. The downstairs area provides a large and sunny breakfast room, cosy formal dinner space and a bright, spacious lounge with bar area. All were comfortable and inviting. Check in was smooth and friendly.
Read moreI arrived to my room on the first floor and was a little disappointed. The rooms do not match the standard of downstairs and lacked facilities and that extra touch you would expect at this price point. The views over the gardens however were lovely. The room is the only reason I’ve deducted a star.
I was treated to a delicious tasting menu in the evening. Incredible food and cooked and prepared to a very high standard using quality ingredients. Breakfast in the morning was also very tasty, although the homemade beans on toast were very heavy. You do need to preorder breakfast the night before which may be a negative for some.
I would definitely return for the food and experience but it is fairly expensive to stay and for me the bedrooms were not value for money with the current facilities on offer.
Updated from previous review on 2023-01-29
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ChrisMacFitness
Points +42
Post Mountain Munchies - Edit
Archie and I had the munchies after several hours of snowy fun in the local mountains so popped into Saorsa on the way home. Highly recommend!
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Dede
Points +610
Sunday stay - Edit
Booked as birthday treat for my partner, dinner, bed and breakfast
Read morePros: Fully vegan menu, Food presentation good
Cons: Vegan roast tasted very salty, Haggis pie good
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MrsWoodlands
Points +3096
Treat - Edit
We booked three nights here for a big birthday but ended up staying four nights. The hotel is a nice old house. The rooms are comfortable. I saw negative reviews about bathrooms etc but ours was good. I wonder if it has been renovated (red deer). Breakfast was good. Slightly different each day- scrambled tofu was the best and available on several of our mornings. We had one three course meal (beetroot starter, aubergine main, apple/ginger cake pudding). We had one five course tasting menu (beetroot/blue cheese, aubergine, potatoes/watercress/tarragon, roast cabbage, truffle macaroon/ice cream). We tried a cocktail on a different evening which was very good. There were a few quirks - no TV, lots of dogs, no lunch service due to staff sickness. There is a nice bar area to relax and there is outdoor seating. There is a general
Read moreshortage of hospitality staff. The hotel gave us a complimentary night so that we could buy the tasting menu when the chef was back to work which was very kind.
Pros: 100% vegan, Comfortable rooms, Creative food
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AlexisGregoris
Points +94
A must stay and eat - Edit
We were very excited to be staying at a vegan hotel. Food was so tasty we didn't leave - 5 course meal one night, 3 course meal another, lunch, as well as coffee and breakfast. Really interesting and flavoursome dishes. Obviously quite expensive but we think definitely worth it for the experience.
Read moreCouple of small things for Saorsa - there weren't any hand towels for the bathroom, and we weren't given a key to our bedroom until we asked the second day. Our friends had raved about 'the best vegan croissants we've ever had' for breakie so we were disappointed there weren't any. They had also raved about a communal dining experience, with chefs telling us about the dishes, where were both absent during our stay. Also very embarrassing, but sat on the loo one morning with the bathroom door open and one of the cleaners came into our room without knocking! Gave me (and her) a real fright.
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lawriecorner
Points +608
Amazing food - Edit
Dinner review - I had the 5 course tasting menu which was so good. Who knew courgette soup could taste so good. It was served over a 2 hour period which was exactly the right amount of time to appreciate what was being served.
Read moreBreakfast - This was the star of the show for us! Amazing selection which included not so traditional choices (smoked beans and a spiced potato/mushroom thing). I don't know what magic was done to the porridge but I've never had a bowl of porridge as good as that one. You must stay in the hotel to get breakfast which nearly feels a pity!
Hotel - I stayed in the red squirrel room. Beautifully decorated and really nice bathroom. My only issue is that soundproofing is really poor. It's an old building so things make noise which a modern hotel blocks out. My main issue was the plumbing. The noise when the neighbouring room used a tap was quite something - it's not an issue to reasonably complain about (ie, you can't yell at someone for brushing their teeth....) but I think it's an issue to be aware of. Of course, once everyone is in bed, it was silent. Also note, the rooms have no TV. Something I ended up being glad of because if the neighbouring room used theirs, I would have heard every word!
I'm not sure I'd stay again unless I think of the amazing breakfast which made the stay worth it!
Overall, a lovely hotel with the most friendly staff. Being able to eat everything was also a mega plus
Pros: Breakfast!, Really good food, Friendly staff
Cons: Noisy plumbing
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Reebi
Points +86
A sad excuse for a 'vegan' hotel and would give zero stars but not allowed. - Edit
No idea what this 3 star hotel is like. Long story short my husband booked 2 nights in the Puffin room for my birthday in November. Showed me the print out of the confirmed booking as a surprise. I was overjoyed as had wanted to stay here for ages and I adore puffins. As a vegan it couldn't be more perfect.
Read moreThe hotel though decided that I was not to have my wonderful birthday present. They changed the booking to 2 different rooms for our stay. So Friday (my birthday) in one room, not Puffin, and Saturday in a smaller room. How bad is that? I was so disappointed and sad for my lovely husband who had arranged a perfect gift. Eventually got money back but they are very slow.
If you think they deserve your booking good luck. You might get a nasty surprise.
I love to support vegan businesses but not this one. There is a longer review on Tripadvisor.
Have sent copies of the emails sent to my husband to confirm 2 nights booked into the Puffin Room for 12th and 13th November to Sandra. She has not responded. Clearly doesn't like being caught out. No apologies.
Pros: Nothing good
Cons: Everything dreadful
MrsWoodlands
I saw the same review on Google I think and the response is there. Sounds like a misunderstanding.
Read moremegskifatface
If it's any consolation I stayed in the puffin room and there was nothing puffiny about it not even the colours. So you did not miss out on much! Like you I experienced terrible customer experience and have not yet had my overpayment back.
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calvertfan
Points +605
Great hotel - Edit
Stayed one night on room and dinner package and had a very good three course menu. First time in an all vegan hotel and would definitely return
Read morePros: All vegan, Staff were great , Nice hotel
Cons: None
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Hasi
Points +38
Amazing vegan hotel and restaurant - Edit
The 3 course menu was excellent. I had the nutloaf, my husband tried the celery steak with sauce Café Paris.
Read moreWe did not stay at the hotel but could take a look in on of the rooms. All is very unique and stylish. Very nice and friendly service.
They offer many different whiskeys.
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Janet1234
Points +24
Great atmosphere not for hungry people - Edit
Overall nice experience and excellent service.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-08-31
Pros: Excellent service, Lovely atmosphere , Good food
Cons: Slow, Small portions , Very overpriced
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veronicajones
Points +375
Excellent food - Edit
We stayed at the hotel, which was great, and enjoyed lunch and dinner at the restaurant. Both were excellent— tasty, thoughtful courses — definitely a food highlight for our trip! Emphasis is on interesting vegetable preparation, nicely plated and carefully prepared. The 3 course dinner meal was especially good, and they handled my nut allergy perfectly. Highly recommend.
Read morePros: All vegan
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BrianLum
Points +294
Amazing vegan restaurant & hotel - Edit
A stunning vegan sanctuary/retreat! We were here on a Tuesday evening and treated to a beautiful three course tasting menu. Beware the offering changes depends on days of the week. Will definitely be back - worth a (long) detour/trip.
Read morePros: Tasty, creative, beautiful food, The whole place is vegan!, Beautiful cocktails menu + cheeseboard too
Cons: That it is not closer to where I live!
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StephTippitt
Points +47
Superb - Edit
We had the Sunday 3 course set menu. The sharing starter was delicious and the celeriac steak main was superb. Can't wait to go back.
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NicolaReid
Points +154
Well worth it! - Edit
Beautiful hotel in the heart of Scotland. And dog friendly my doggie loved it he got lots of treats and attention! The evening meal was a tasty culinary experience of 5 courses all original tastes and experiences. Loved it. We will be back!
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Pflanzenpower
Points +260
Absolut top - Edit
Bestes veganes Essen und stylisch eingerichtetes Hotel.
Read morePros: Rein pflanzlich, Gehobene Küche, Leckere Drinks
Cons: Hunde dürfen am Tisch essen
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AngelaSorrensen
Points +124
Saorsa surprise! - Edit
Absolutely amazing experience. The best vegan dining on our holiday. We had not had breakfast and then did not eat dinner after the generous portions of our three course meal. I could not fault it.
Read morePros: Real food, Creative tasty dishes, Plenty of plants
Cons: None
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tuesday26
Points +102
Superb breakfast - Edit
You can book for breakfast as a non resident. At the time of my visit (May 2022) the cost per person was £12.50. Choice of porridge, granola, nut/seed sprinkles, fresh fruit, yoghurt, scrambled tofu, fancy baked beans, toast, peanut butter, vego spread, biscoff spread, jam, fresh fruit juices and tea and coffee.
Read morePros: Freshly prepared breakfast , Lots of choice, Calm atmosphere
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Jujululu53
Points +138
Michelin standard food - Edit
We have been wanting to stay here since it opened and used a trip to Abelour as a good 'excuse'. The hotel is lovely and individual and the staff were great..By chance, the tasting menu was being served on the evening we were there. The food was delicious and different. I would say at least equivalent to Gautier in Soho. There were five courses, each one delicious and 'large' enough so you felt you had a good taste of each one. All was beautifully presented. As a bonus, we were sat in the window and saw a pine marten scuttle past. Would highly recommend.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-05-12
Pros: Michelin standard food
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AnnaFenton
Points +2661
So good! - Edit
Almost everything we ate was perfect! The vegan mozzarella was the closest I've ever tried. So many things to try as they offer tasting menus
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fabian
Points +104
Great stay - Edit
Loving place, with great people and food. If you go on a hike, ask for a lunch to go.
Read morePros: Small hotel just outside the centre, Nearby train station (10 min walk), Very good in GF also
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