A GORGEOUS Scottish hotel that sits on a huge country estate has been crowned the best in the WORLD for weddings. Haute Grandeur has announced its prestigious Global Hotel Awards, with winners across the globe. 2 Balbirnie House Hotel has been named as the best in the world for weddings 2 The gorgeous Ceremony room inside the Fife hotel Credit: Alamy The initiative was established in 2014 to honour the very highest achievements from across the global hotel industry.
To find the best places in the world, experts place emphasis on quality feedback from guests, rather than the quantity of votes by a panel of judges or the general public. And Balbirnie House Hotel in Glenrothes, Fife , was crowned in a number of categories as a must-stay place. It was named as the Best Wedding Hotel in the world as well as the Best Romantic Hotel in the world.
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And it's not the first time it's won the incredible award, either. Most read in Money GRUB'S UP Popular Glasgow restaurant issues update on future after 'liquidation' fears GET SAUCY I tested supermarket pasta sauces - 69p winner's rich alternative to best seller RETAIL PAIN Exact date Ted Baker to shut all Scottish stores as jobs at risk BEST GRILL Shoppers find portable BBQ that's scanning at £5 instead of £15 The hotel, in Markinch, has been named as the best in the world for weddings at the awards for five years in a row. It has scooped the top award every year since 2019.
I planned a gorgeous wedding on the cheap - my dress & venue were free, I had Morrisons flowers & my bridesmaids wore £10 Shein frocks Bosses at Balbirnie House Hotel told The Courier they are "astounded" to be recognised on a global level. Nicholas Russel, managing director, said: “I am once again astounded, as well as absolutely over the moon, to have Balbirnie House recognised on a global level for an incredible fifth year. “Each time our hard work and dedication is recognised in this manner, it spurs us on to work harder than ever before.
“I believe it’s our team’s dedication, innovation and true love of genuine hospitality that has allowed us to enjoy such success year-on-year.” The stunning hotel sits in an A-listed Georgian mansion and had an annual turnover of £5.5million in 2023.
The venue also has an incredible range of wedding packages that help couples find exactly what they're looking for on their big day. Scotland has the perfect place to say ‘I do’ WHEN it comes to weddings you don’t have to tie yourself in knots to choose the perfect venue, because Scotland has the perfect place for every couple. Whether you are looking for a glam hotel, a regal castle, a fairy tale setting or something a little bit quirky, you’ll be guaranteed to find it all here - with stunning landscapes thrown in! Edinburgh Castle - Not only will you get an incredible setting, you’ll also get out-of-this-world views.
Glamis Castle - This is perfect for a romantic wedding, brimming with historic charm. Cambo House and Estate - A totally and utterly romantic, charming and beautiful place to hold your wedding. Dunkeld House Hotel - Brides and grooms will find all they need at this tranquil location for their big day.
Raemoir Hotel - A stunning Georgian house in Royal Deeside that provides the perfect location for a fairytale wedding. Balmoral Hotel - It combines stunning views and warm hospitality with world-class facilities. Gleneagles Hotel - A luxury destination that has hosted the rich and famous from all walks of life, politicians, Hollywood greats, sporting giants and rock stars.
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