High Blantyre

Crossbasket Castle

Rialto Score 9+

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Crossbasket Castle, is a luxurious Scottish escape just outside Glasgow. The castle features nine elegant, period-rich bedrooms. The newly opened hotel on the estate adds an additional 40 modern, state-of-the-art rooms. For added privacy, the 2-bedroom Gate Lodge or spacious 3-bedroom East Lodge are ideal for families or small groups. Dining is a highlight, with Trocadero’s, our signature restaurant and cocktail bar, overseen by Michel Roux, offering imaginative cuisine, a glamorous setting, and live music. With grand public rooms for events and nearby cultural attractions, Crossbasket is the perfect blend of heritage, elegance, and escape.

Crossbasket Estate, Stoneymeadow Road, G72 9UE High Blantyre, United Kingdom
Crossbasket Castle

About Crossbasket Castle

Insider tip

It is rumored that during the 1960s, Eleanor Roosevelt visited Scotland and stayed as a guest at Crossbasket Castle. The grand ballroom is named the Roosevelt Ballroom in her honor.

In the hotel’s own words

To visit Crossbasket Castle Hotel is to step into a timeless world where history and luxury entwine. This five-star castle and estate near Glasgow offers a refined celebration of the past, seamlessly woven into the sophistication of the present.

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Lovingly restored to highlight its 17th-century origins, Crossbasket Castle has been transformed into one of Scotland’s most luxurious retreats. Every detail—antique furnishings, period windows, and rich fabrics—has been curated to honour its heritage while offering guests all the comforts of modern living. Whether it's the serene garden views or the warmth of the interiors, each moment invites you to slow down and sink into grandeur.

The castle itself features nine individually designed bedrooms, each with unique character and historic charm. Every space blends original architectural features with indulgent amenities, creating a perfect balance of comfort and elegance.

New in March 2025, our estate’s luxury hotel expansion introduces additional bedrooms, created with state-of-the-art luxury in mind. Nestled amid beautifully landscaped grounds, these new rooms ensure a tranquil, contemporary escape. With carefully chosen materials, elegant lighting, and bespoke detailing, the new wing extends the spirit of the castle while creating something distinctly new and inspiring.

For added seclusion, our self-contained lodges provide a private sanctuary ideal for couples, families, or small groups. Scattered across the estate yet just a short walk from the castle, they offer peaceful privacy without sacrificing access to our amenities and experiences. Surrounded by woodland paths and manicured gardens, they offer a restorative connection to nature with all the luxuries of a five-star stay.

Dining at Crossbasket Castle is more than a meal—it’s a journey. We offer three distinct culinary experiences, each designed to awaken the senses. Oversight by Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux ensures every plate tells a story of culinary excellence.

Trocadero’s is our signature destination restaurant and cocktail bar—an immersive escape into glamour, live music, and exceptional fare. Step into its golden ambiance and discover a world where the champagne flows, the service is intuitive, and the atmosphere is electric. It's an experience where indulgence reigns and every night feels like a celebration.

For breakfast and lunch, Foveran’s restaurant offers a tranquil, palm court-style setting, where tranquillity, luxury, and exceptional cuisine blend seamlessly in a beautiful and elegant natural setting. With soft light streaming through glass ceilings and refined seasonal menus, it’s perfect for moments of calm indulgence.

And for a timeless treat, our Afternoon Tea is served with classic charm, inviting guests to slow down and savour every sip and bite amidst the historic elegance of the castle.

At Crossbasket Castle, every visit becomes a treasured memory—a place to reconnect, indulge, and escape.

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  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $50-100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Rooms and suites

12 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Castle Small Double/Twin
Nine breathtaking bedrooms each decorated in a period style and named in honor of a historical custodian of this magnificent Castle. Every bedroom is finished with stunning period window and bed dressings and complemented with original antique furniture and luxuriously over sized beds.
2Castle Large Double
3Castle Junior Suite
Nine breathtaking bedrooms each decorated in a period style and named in honur of a historical custodian of this magnificent Castle. Every bedroom is finished with stunning period window and bed dressings and complemented with original antique furniture and luxuriously over sized beds.
4Hotel Classic Room
Located in the hotel on the ground and first floors, with views over the garden. These rooms have separate baths and showers and can be either twin or doubles but cannot accommodate any additional bed.
5Hotel Deluxe Room
6Hotel Junior Suite
Located in the hotel on the ground and first floors, with views over the garden. These rooms have separate baths and showers and can be either twin or doubles. · Two are accessible and all Junior Suites interconnect with a Small Classic Room making them perfect together for families.
Members only
7Hotel Small Classic Room
Located in the hotel on the ground and first floors, with views over the garden. These rooms have separate baths and showers and can be either twin or doubles but cannot accommodate any additional bed. They interconnect with Hotel Junior Suite.
Suites
Size
8Downie Suite
9Lindsay Tower Suite
Nine breathtaking suite bedrooms each decorated in a period style and named in honor of a historical custodian of this magnificent Castle. Every bedroom is finished with stunning period window and bed dressings and complemented with original antique furniture and luxuriously over sized beds.
10Hotel Suite
Located in the hotel on the ground and first floor, with views over the garden. These rooms have separate baths and showers and can be either twin or doubles. · Suites can accommodate up to one additional child’s bed.
Members only
Villas
Size
11East Lodge
The East Lodge is our beautifully traditional three-bedroom house located only a short walk away from the main castle grounds. Offering you an extra special retreat away from the busyness of the main hotel, you can unwind in the Blantyre countryside and enjoy the space and exclusivity that our hotel lodge offers.
12Gate Lodge
Nestled at the entrance to the Crossbasket Estate, our cosy Gate Lodge is the perfect holiday home if you’re looking for a rest and retreat in the Scottish countryside.

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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