Macdonald Houstoun House, part of the Macdonald Hotels & Resorts portfolio.
Venue description
Historic 16th-century tower house-style hotel set on a 22-acre woodland estate near Uphall, offering luxury accommodation, dining, spa and dedicated meeting and event spaces.
Location
Rural woodland and garden setting in Uphall, West Lothian, between Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Primary use
Hybrid venue with corporate meetings, conferences, retreats and hospitality functions.
Nearest airports, stations, and typical transfer times
Nearest major airport is Edinburgh Airport. Railway access available from Uphall station and Livingston North station.
Parking availability
Complimentary on-site parking available.
Total number of bedrooms
Approximately 70 guest rooms.
Meeting and conference spaces
Multiple meeting and event spaces including the Houstoun Suite, Strathbrock Suite, Shairp Suite and a dedicated boardroom (Dower).
Number of meeting rooms and maximum capacities
4 main rooms: the Houstoun Suite with theatre seating for up to 400 delegates, the Strathbrock Suite with theatre seating for up to 110, the Shairp Suite with theatre seating for up to 80, and the Dower Boardroom with seating for up to 14.
Typical layouts supported
Theatre, cabaret and classroom layouts for major suites and boardroom setups in the Dower boardroom.
Food and beverages available
On-site dining includes a restaurant and vaulted bar; event catering is available through the venue.
Breakout and informal working areas
Multiple suites and adjacent rooms provide informal working and breakout space during meetings and events.
