Kings House Hotel
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LocationGlencoe, Scottish Highlands
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ClientBlack Corries Estate
Introduction
A historic hotel in Glencoe has undergone a transformative £12 million redevelopment, revitalising the site with a new-build facility that blends contemporary design with the charm and warmth of its original character. The project delivers a modern, high-quality hospitality experience while respecting the heritage and natural setting of Glencoe. The redevelopment provides upgraded guest accommodation, enhanced public areas and improved operational facilities, ensuring the hotel meets modern expectations without losing the welcoming atmosphere that has long defined it.
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Background
The iconic Kingshouse Hotel in stunning Glencoe has been welcoming visitors for around 400 years. Situated on Rannoch Moor, it’s still a centre of hospitality for walkers on the West Highland Way. Its latest enhanced facilities will provide much-needed economic stability for the area, by creating jobs and revenue for many years to come.
Challenges
The location was tough to work on. Construction on the moor wasn’t easy, due to depths of peat, rocks and of course, the infamous Highland midges. The services and infrastructure of the hotel were outdated and unfit for the 21st Century and were renewed as part of the new hotel development. The building required insulation to a very high standard and to be equipped with a heat recovery system to reduce generated carbon.
Solutions
The extension has been designed to avoid causing a visual impact on the landscape, as well as seamlessly interfacing with the original building. The new development offers 57 bedrooms, plus a 32-bed bunkhouse, a new restaurant, bar and pub. The extended hotel has brought 54 new jobs to the area and, as a year-long venue, now delivers a significant boost to local tourism.
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