Located in the west end of the gateway town of Callander, the charming Poppies Hotel is just 4 minutes' walk from the city centre and in close proximity to numerous historical attractions and rambling routes. This small, rustic, family-run hotel is located in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. There are 9 en-suite and individually designed bedrooms, which combine traditional and modern comforts. Some rooms have the facility to accommodate families. Each room includes a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, and free toiletries. Camerons Bar, the Poppies Hotel's hand crafted oak gantry has been awarded a place among the top 100 whisky bars in Scotland. It offers a fine selection of malt whisky. The Trossach area is a haven for walking, cycling, and touring. Within the nearby main cities, there are numerous historic places of interest. Stirling is just 20 minutes' drive from Poppies Hotel and both Glasgow and Edinburgh are within a 65-minute drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Callander, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 3+

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.5
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  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was superb. The staff are so welcoming and they provide a first class service.
  • Sofie
    Denmark Denmark
    AMAZING breakfast and the most kind and friendly staff. Fantastic atmosphere in the house and a cozy room.
  • Joseph
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was excellent, spotlessly clean, nice furnishings and bathroom, good hosts, lovely breakfast with plenty of choice

Host Information

9.8
9.8
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Host review score

Poppies is one of the most charming hotels in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Located only 4 minutes from the centre of the popular town of Callander with its independent shops and variety of eating and drinking establishments. Poppies itself has a wonderful whisky bar which also is stocked with John's small individually selected list of wines and an excellent range of Scottish Gin. It is reserved for residents only and open in the afternoon till early evening when you can also enjoy the garden seating in the sunnier months. We have free on site car parking and can accept motorcyclists and cyclists and also help with drying facilities when required. Our breakfasts are second to none, cooked freshly with as much local and Scottish produce as possible.
John and Susan Martin have owned and personally run Poppies Hotel since 2004 and enjoy many many returning guests and look forward to meeting new ones. John has over 40 years of experience in top quality hotels, whilst Susan joined him in their Poppies venture from her service skills in hairdressing after bringing up two fantastic daughters. Poppies has been their "baby", and they pride themselves on the personal day to day interaction with their guests, ensuring that every request or assistance is met swiftly and timeously. When they do get time off, they love to travel, hike and cycle. John has recently taken up Golf again and loves to go and watch his football team. Susan is a great lover of her garden and assists at the hotel and at home growing vegetables and herbs. She enjoys painting and decorating in the winter months and has started to take up upholstery.
Poppies is situated at the quiet west end of Callander, yet only 4 minutes level walk to the centre of the town with its interesting selection of individual shops. The outdoor life and opportunities are vast, being the gateway to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. We have many local walks which we enjoy and will be delighted to share them with you.
Languages spoken: English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Poppies Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

Poppies Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa JCB American Express Cash Poppies Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Poppies Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about Poppies Hotel

  • Guests staying at Poppies Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • The prices at Poppies Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Poppies Hotel is 700 yards from the centre of Callander. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Poppies Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Poppies Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Poppies Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding