Hotel Colessio

“Excellent modern hotel with great breakfast”

Stayed at Colessio with my sister and nephew for one night. Located in a lovely area close to the castle. Very friendly staff and our room was amazing, very clean and modern with everything you need and a huge bathroom. Our Itison deal included a bottle of prosecco and included breakfast. The c… more

Stayed at Colessio with my sister and nephew for one night. Located in a lovely area close to the castle. Very friendly staff and our room was amazing, very clean and modern with everything you need and a huge bathroom. Our Itison deal included a bottle of prosecco and included breakfast. The cooked breakfast was excellent and also lots to choose from the continental breakfast. Parking is free on the street beside the hotel from 5.30pm to 8.45am. Would definitely stay there again 😊

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“On the up again!”

In the foyer there's a 2026 ratings plaque (see pictures) which describes Colessio as being "Recommended / On The Up" and, having known the hotel for a long time, that's accurate. I stayed this week, having had a lovely Sunday lunch - a new tradition they've started as the 1825 restaurant graduall… more

In the foyer there's a 2026 ratings plaque (see pictures) which describes Colessio as being "Recommended / On The Up" and, having known the hotel for a long time, that's accurate. I stayed this week, having had a lovely Sunday lunch - a new tradition they've started as the 1825 restaurant gradually moves from breakfast only to providing more dining options (check for latest on that before you book). Sunday lunch was great - the dining room is very comfortable, with elegant luxury touches, and we were even entertained with live music - soft jazz I think you'd call it. There was a welcome glass of bubbly, and a charming little leaving gift after. Staff were very smartly dressed and kind - really, a delightful Sunday lunch in a place with a deluxe feel. The winelist deserves praise - the choice of whiskies and a whole range of drinks, including an unusually big variety of champagne / prosecco a surprise. I often don't drink so appreciated the clear choice of many non alcoholic options. The hotel (they're gradually dropping the word hotel from the name) offers afternoon tea - check / book ahead - in the plush restaurant or wine / whisky bar. Breakfast was also really good. By booking direct you get a few extras free, like zero alcohol prosecco and a few cooked items (though most are fully included). The menu is impressive - many local items. My eggs royale were a treat. Rooms have been gradually upgraded and range from smaller (good value rates) but still smart, to some really lovely king and premium rooms. I had a look in a few rooms. Housekeeping excellent. Yes, a few tasks do remain in some rooms but it's getting there - new carpets are looking great in most. Colessio, an historic building, opened as a hotel perhaps 15 years ago or so. It was a luxury styled boutique hotel. Unfortunately it fell on hard times and became a shadow of what the original intent had been. Now it's getting love and good management again, with supportive owners putting in money. It's great for Stirling to see it return to form. It's currently a very nice place to stay, and will this year offer more dining options although don't expect an evening restaurant every night. Hotels are changing and not all offer full dining facilities. Colessio is offering boutique rooms at a fair price, great breakfasts, now Sunday lunches and, I hear, new things on the special dining front coming soon. Definitely on the up!

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“Not bad”

Nice location for a 2 day mini getaway which I booked through Wowcher! Hotel was nice and clean, rooms were clean and spacious, bed was comfortable and had all the facilities we needed. Staff were lovely however didn’t seem to be many staff about. On the first day we were waiting at reception for 2… more

Nice location for a 2 day mini getaway which I booked through Wowcher! Hotel was nice and clean, rooms were clean and spacious, bed was comfortable and had all the facilities we needed. Staff were lovely however didn’t seem to be many staff about. On the first day we were waiting at reception for 20 minutes for someone to serve us. We got a free glass of processco and Scottish breakfast included. In the Wowcher deal. Mini glass sizes would have been better as the one that was poured was flat. There was a good selection of fruits and cereals teas and coffee and toast for breakfast. The cooked breakfast was ok, scrambled eggs were watery and lots of oil on the plate. On the second morning I fancied cereal instead of cooked. Unfortunately the milk was off and sour which put me off. Overall it was good value for money for 1-2 nights. however probably wouldn’t stay again. Also had to pay £18 for parking at the property for 2 nights which is disappointing when paying to stay you also have to pay to park at the hotel.

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