Five-star Scottish hotel, Crossbasket Castle, on the outskirts of Glasgow, has announced the opening date of its new luxury bedrooms and its destination restaurant and cocktail bar – Trocadero’s, following a £20million investment.
Set to welcome guests from Sunday 16 March 2025, the new hotel sits within the grand estate of the historic castle and sees the addition of 40 upscale bedrooms alongside a brand-new entertainment-led dining experience, overseen by legendary chef Michel Roux.
Located within 14 acres of enchanting and pristine grounds, Crossbasket Castle has a timeless elegance and charm.
Famed as one of Scotland’s leading luxury wedding destinations, the extensive expansion marks the next chapter in its history.
Every interior-designed aspect of the new hotel has been precisely overseen by owner Alison Timoney to ensure elegance within even the smallest of detail.
From the bespoke handcrafted furniture in all rooms, to the materials chosen to instil a feeling of opulence and luxury, the interiors combine a colour palette that complements the beauty of the surrounding tranquil landscape.
Consisting of two grand suites, four junior suites, eight deluxe rooms and twenty-six classic double/twin rooms, the new hotel is the result of years of meticulous planning.
Within the new restaurant and cocktail bar, guests can expect to be transported to a magical bygone era that promises the best top music entertainment acts, immersive dining experiences and crafted cocktail and drinks offerings.
Trocadero’s is a nod to the celebrated 1950s dance hall in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, of the same name. This brings an opportunity to transport guests of the “new” Trocadero’s to a magical bygone era with a sophisticated new twist.
The advanced sound stage at the venue houses a state-of-the-art Cadac sound desk and Funktion 1 speakers as part of its technical system.
This complements the quality detailed throughout the development, positioning Trocadero’s as a sought-after stage.
The project is the vision of entrepreneurial and philanthropic owners Alison and Steve Timoney, who took over ownership of Crossbasket Castle in 2011.
Alison Timoney said: “We are very excited to be announcing an opening date of 16 March 2025 for the new 40-bed hotel and Trocadero’s.
“A tribute to the elegance and allure of a bygone era, we wanted to create a destination where guests could escape the ordinary and immerse themselves in a world of glamour and sophistication, whilst enjoying the full experience that only the finest live music and entertainment can provide.
“We have an incredibly talented team, who have worked in some of the most respected five-star venues in the world and have been hand chosen to bring this unrivalled experience to us here in Scotland.”
Graeme Green, Managing Director of Crossbasket Castle, added: “We have taken exceptional care of all the finer details, and it is thrilling to be upon the moment where we are about to open our doors, and welcome our first guests. Every aspect has been meticulously orchestrated to deliver an unparalleled experience and our entire team are immensely proud of what they are part of.
“Be assured that Crossbasket Castle is going to be the pinnacle of hotel excellence in Scotland.”
Speaking on his appointment, Michel Roux Jr said: “Trocadero’s is going to be the talk of the town and the most iconic venue in Scotland.
"Fabulous, delicious food, great entertainment, and somewhere people will want to keep coming back to time and time again.”
Managed by Inverlochy Castle Management International (ICMI), Crossbasket Castle has a long-lasting relationship with Michel Roux Jr, a former judge on Masterchef the Professionals, where he has been overseeing the five-star kitchen at the original Crossbasket Castle hotel since 2016.
The new 40-bedroom hotel and restaurant, which will also include a luxury spa with its own designed Scottish based product line, is on schedule to open later in the year.
For more information, visit the Crossbasket Castle website.
