Situated in the heart of Scotland’s newest city, Stirling, the Adamo Stirling could not get much more central. Stirling itself is at the hub of Scottish history, as Stirlingshire is a historically strategic region that divides the Scottish Lowlands from the Scottish Highlands.
The Most Stylish Abode in Stirling
Since opening the Adamo Stirling has become what is surely the most stylish abode in the city. This is a boutique hotel that really looks the part and, as it is located in a historic stone building, boasts plenty of character too. Here mood lighting, funky colours and flat screen TVs alongside neoclassical columns in its stately exterior.
Book Ahead
There are only six rooms, all up on the second floor above the restaurant, so booking ahead is a good idea. They are all stylishly decorated along sleek modern lines. Steering on the right side of minimalism they have enough warmth to make them feel homely too. Crisp white cotton sheets, dark woods and flat screen TVs complete the look with decent toiletries and a welcoming tea tray.
Slick Dining Experience
The Bank restaurant echoes the former role of this grand building. This is the hub of Adamo split between a bar section with booths and an open plan main dining room. Swish service ensures a slick dining experience. We enjoyed the Scottish mussels in a blue cheese cream as well as a chunky and properly rare fillet steak with a peppercorn sauce that a Parisian chef would be proud of. Lunch specials and early dining menus are on hand for those looking to watch the pennies. The wine list is reasonably priced too.
There is not much in the way of facilities at the hotel, but of course you have Stirling and all of its attractions right on your doorstep. For business guests there are a range of meeting rooms on the lower level with a separate entrance ensuring a dash of privacy. The bar is a great place to relax in during the day with complimentary newspapers. A pianist often tinkles the ivory in the evenings.
Plenty To Do in Stirling
Stirling is one seriously underrated city. The castle is surely up there with its Edinburgh sibling and definitely boasts the more impressive views out across the Trossachs and the Ochils and as far as the Pentlands. Tumbling down from the castle the Old Town is replete with graceful historic buildings and attractions of its own, not to mention a sprinkling of cafes and bars.
The centre of Stirling meanwhile is these days a pedestrianised oasis with plenty of opportunities for retail addicts to melt their credit cards. Outside the city the Wallace Monument and the famous battlefield at Bannockburn demand attention, each offering an intriguing insight into their respective local heroes of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce.
Adamo Stirling, 78 Upper Craigs, Stirling, FK8 2DT. Tel: +44(0)1786-430890.
InsiderScotland Rating
For Families 8/10
For a Romantic Break 8/10
For Food 7/10
For Business People 8/10
InsiderScotland Rating 8/10
