New Lanark Mill Hotel – Thorough review

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New Lanark Mill Hotel Thorough review

4/5 stars
If you are looking for a peaceful getaway on the wonderful west coast of Scotland, then I can not recommend New Lanark Mill Hotel enough.
New Lanark, Lanarkshire, Scotland, ML11 9DB, UK
4.5/5 stars (based on 200 reviews)
Prices start at $135 per night.

Have you always wanted to stay in a historic village? Then this is your chance. New Lanark Mill Hotel is a 4-star accommodation, located in the wonderful village named New Lanark. This village is founded in the late 18th century! Interesting is that once, New Lanark was home to a cotton mill that operated until the early 20th century (it was a cotton-spinning village). Since 2001, this village and mill became UNESCO listed thanks to their architectural and historical significance.

Today, New Lanark is a popular place to visit. The main reasons for this are the remarkable history and convenient location.

Think about visiting the workers’ cottages (p.s. you can stay inside these, too) or seeing the restored mill buildings. Besides, the authentic village also offers a range of amenities including a visitor centre, a shop, and a café. Furthermore, it functions as an ideal starting point to explore the rest of the area. It’s a 40-minute drive from Glasgow and you can easily reach New Lanark by public transportation. There’s a spacious parking side on the front side of the hotel.

Did I mention that New Lanark has beautiful nature as well?

New Lanark is located in the Clyde Valley, on the banks of the River Clyde. So besides diving into history and architecture, you can soak up the stunning natural surroundings. Think about picturesque rivers and streams, lush forests, and rolling hills. There are plenty of options to go for beautiful walks with great views of the river. Moreover, New Lanark has several peaceful parkland areas and attractive gardens. For example, the New Lanark Mill Hotel Gardens and the New Lanark Conservation Area are must-visits.

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The Falls of Clyde

The Falls of Clyde deserve some extra attention as they are one of the most popular natural attractions in the region. These are 4 unique falls that are easily accessible by foot. They all have a name: Bonnington Linn, Corra Linn, Dundaff Linn, and Stonebyres Linn. Corra Linn is the highest one at over 90 feet (27 meters). So if you’re planning to stay in New Lanark or visit it during a day trip, make sure to go to these falls for an impressive experience within the Clyde Valley.

Now we talked enough about New Lanark. Let’s talk about New Lanark Mill Hotel. Is it worth staying here?

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Amenities at New Lanark Mill Hotel

Before we go over to the rooms, I want to mention that we highly appreciated the amenities within this hotel. There's a spacious fitness centre, a restaurant and bar, a range of relaxing spas and beauty treatments (the facial treatment is incredible), a heated indoor pool, and there are several meeting and event spaces. This makes New Lanark Mill Hotel an excellent stay for weddings, parties, private dining, proms and graduations, group visits, conferences, and more. Because who doesn’t want to celebrate something special with a special historical place in Clyde Valley?

The Wedding & Events Centre has a place for up to 200 guests. Besides, their Business and Meeting facilities offer 8 suites and accommodate from 2 to 200 people. The staff at New Lanark Mill Hotel is very friendly and helpful – so they can make sure you’ll get great service and an unforgettable time.

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Waterhouse cottages New Lanark

Waterhouse Cottages

If you’re interested in a historic, self-catering accommodation, you can choose to stay in one of the Waterhouse Cottages! These are a group of 8 restored 19th-century workers’ cottages that now function as holiday properties on the banks of the River Clyde.

The Waterhouse Cottages are known to be clean and well-maintained. Also, they have an excellent location in the heart of New Lanark World Heritage Site – positioned behind the New Lanark Mill Hotel. The historic charm and character of these cottages make it a special stay.

You can choose from 2 one-bedroom cottages and 6 two-bedroom cottages. Be aware that the minimum stay is 2 nights. Before you arrive you will find made-up beds and luxury bath towels and hand towels. The heating and electricity are within the rate, there is Wi-Fi, and dogs are allowed. Besides, you can make use of the indoor pool of the New Lanark Mill Hotel.

However, know that these cottages don’t have the amenities of a modern hotel. As it is a cottage, you could experience it as small – but in our opinion, it’s a very cosy experience and you’ll get everything you need. These are the features of the Waterhouse Cottages:

  • Open-plan living room, dining and kitchen areas
  • Fully fitted kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, fridge, toaster and kettle
  • Crockery, cutlery, pots, pans and cooking utensils
  • 32" flat-screen televisions with built-in Freeview
  • Family bathroom with shower in bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron and board
  • Clothes airer
  • Additional beds and cots for families are available by prior arrangement at an additional cost
Costs for 3 nights: £507,00 for the Standard One Bedroom Waterhouse, £594,00 for the Standard Two Bedroom Waterhouse, and £852,00 for the Superior Two Bedroom Waterhouse. Prices may vary depending on season and demand. For the latest prices and availability, please use the button below.

Note:

Requests for a particular cottage can’t be guaranteed. Besides, the Waterhouse Cottages aren’t suitable for wheelchairs as these are built on two levels connected by stairs. For accessible accommodation, you have to go to New Lanark Mill Hotel.

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Rooms at New Lanark Mill Hotel

A stay in this highly unique, historic, and relaxing setting sounds great. But you won’t have an enjoyable stay when the hotel rooms aren’t good, right? What’s special about the rooms at New Lanark Mill Hotel is that they will all have a spectacular view. This can either be a view of the River Clyde, or a view over the remarkable and beautiful village. No matter in which room you stay, you can make use of their extensive facilities (including the heated pool, spa facilities, etc.).

Even the smallest rooms are known to be spacious and comfortable. Moreover, all rooms are warm, lovely decorated, and spotlessly clean. The beds are large and comfortable and you'll sleep in quiet rooms. This was very important to me as I am a light sleeper. So if you're also like this, you'll enjoy your night here.

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Standard rooms

If you want the most affordable option, then you should go for the standard rooms. These rooms are available in single, double, twin, and triple configurations. All have a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. And don't forget a great view over the beautiful village or the River Clyde. 

Costs: £135,00 for 1 night, 2 adults.

You also have the option to choose Bed & Breakfast for about £20,00 extra.

Prices may vary depending on season and demand. For the latest prices and availability, please use the button below.

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Suites

Do you want a larger, more spacious room? Then the suites are your best choice. You will benefit from the same features as the standard rooms, but with the extras of a separate living area or a balcony.

Costs: £205,00 for 1 night, 2 adults.

You also have the option to choose Bed & Breakfast for about £20,00 extra.

Prices may vary depending on season and demand. For the latest prices and availability, please use the button below.

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Restaurant of New Lanark Mill Hotel

How good is the restaurant of New Lanark Mill Hotel? When you eat in this restaurant, you will get nice meals with attentive and prompt table service. Also, the restaurant offers a good range of tasty food and it's reasonably priced at the same time. The chefs make use of quality ingredients from local suppliers, with a focus to make many simple dishes delicious. At this time of writing, the so-called Mill One Restaurant is open for dinner from 5:30 pm with the last orders at 8:45 pm.

Final verdict of New Lanark Mill Hotel – Good value for money!

In our opinion, you will get good value for money when you stay at New Lanark Mill Hotel. Not only will you get quality rooms and bathrooms, but you can also make use of their range of amenities. The fantastic treatments in the spa are also offered at really good rates. The staff is friendly, the restaurant has delicious food, and the whole setting is quiet, clean, and relaxing. Besides booking a hotel room, you also have the option to stay in one of the self-catering historical and cosy cottages named the Waterhouse Cottages, which are located on the banks of the River Clyde.

In short: if you’re looking for a peaceful getaway on the wonderful west coast of Scotland, then I can’t recommend New Lanark Mill Hotel enough. 

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After New Lanark Mill Hotel

What’s for sure, is that New Lanark Mill Hotel is an excellent destination to explore the wonderful Clyde Valley and the rest of the west coast of Scotland. If you're interested in more interesting places to stay in Scotland, then have a look at these articles:

About the author 

Marnelle

I want to inspire and help as many people as possible - and that's what I do online! I am a serial entrepreneur and I build businesses whilst travelling the world.

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