Premier Inn Glenrothes

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Yes, Glenrothes is worth a visit, especially if you're exploring Fife or looking for somewhere a bit different. It’s a planned post-war town, so it has a unique layout with lots of green spaces, public art and walking routes. It's also a great base for day trips to nearby places like Falkland, Loch Leven or the Lomond Hills.
Glenrothes is most famous for being one of Scotland’s first post-war new towns, developed in the 1950s to support the local coal and electronics industries. It’s known for its town planning, green spaces and public artworks – there are over 150 pieces around the town. It’s also recognised for its proximity to the Lomond Hills, which attract walkers and nature lovers.
Glenrothes is known for its distinctive design, with lots of green space, roundabouts and artwork spread throughout the town. The public sculptures give it a different feel from many other towns and its central location in Fife makes it a good base for exploring the area. It’s also known for its local parks like Riverside Park, and access to natural areas like Lomond Hills Regional Park.
Glenrothes is twinned with Böblingen in Germany. The partnership was set up to encourage cultural links and shared experiences between the two communities. It’s led to things like school exchanges, community visits and joint projects over the years—helping people from both towns connect and learn from each other.
Yes, Glenrothes has a great mix of things to do, especially if you enjoy history, nature and the outdoors. Balgonie Castle is a standout, with its partly restored 14th-century keep overlooking the River Leven – a great spot for history fans. Nearby, Lomond Hills Regional Park covers 25 square miles of moorland, lochs and walking trails, perfect for a day out in nature. In town, Riverside Park has woodland walks, sculptures and family-friendly play areas. You’ll also find unique public art dotted around the town, plus Rothes Halls for live events and exhibitions. For indoor activities, there’s a local cinema and the Michael Woods Sports & Leisure Centre with pools and fitness facilities. It’s a relaxed place to spend a day or two, especially if you’re exploring Fife or looking for somewhere a bit quieter.
The Glenrothes Distillery actually isn’t located in Glenrothes, Fife—it’s up in Speyside, in the north of Scotland. The name causes a bit of confusion! So if you’re visiting Glenrothes in Fife, you won’t find a whisky distillery there. However, Fife has its own growing whisky scene with other distilleries nearby that you can visit if you’re keen to include some whisky tasting in your trip.
Yes, Glenrothes is served by Glenrothes with Thornton station, which is located just south of the town centre. It connects to the Fife Circle Line, with services to Edinburgh, Kirkcaldy and Dundee, making it easy to get in and out of the area by rail. While it’s not right in the centre, it’s only a short drive or bus ride from most parts of town.
Glenrothes is good for shopping, especially for everyday needs. The Kingdom Centre is the main shopping area, with a mix of big-name stores, supermarkets and local businesses. There’s also a regular market and a few retail parks nearby for things like homeware and electronics.
Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).
Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).
Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).
Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).
Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.
Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels.
Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.
*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location.
For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels.
*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location.
In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.
Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind.
Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.
Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.
A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.
Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.
Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access.
If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).
Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.