The Fig Tree Markinch
8.0
Excellent(239 reviews)
1 High St, Markinch, Glenrothes KY7 6DQ, United Kingdom
+44 1592 504697
Hotel Description
The Fig Tree Markinch, located at 1 High St, Markinch, Glenrothes KY7 6DQ, United Kingdom, is a charming and cozy hotel nestled in the heart of a historic village center. Just a 2-minute walk from Markinch train station, the hotel offers excellent connectivity to nearby attractions and destinations. Additionally, the hotel is only 8 miles from the scenic Fife Coastal Path, making it a perfect base for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the region. The design of the hotel is rustic and warm, featuring oak wood floors and antique rugs that add character to the overall ambiance. Whether you are in town for business, relaxation, or adventure, The Fig Tree Markinch provides a welcoming and comfortable retreat. The hotel offers a variety of room types, including suites with in-room tubs and apartments with kitchenettes, making it ideal for both short and extended stays. Some of the rooms even come with washer/dryers, providing ultimate convenience. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the property, ensuring they stay connected throughout their visit. The casual on-site restaurant serves international cuisine and is particularly praised for its breakfast offerings and cozy bar. The property also welcomes pets, making it an excellent choice for those traveling with their furry friends. While parking is not available on-site, guests can easily access the train station and public transportation options within walking distance. The hotel’s health and safety measures include a smoke-free policy, and it remains committed to providing a clean and safe environment for all guests. Whether you're exploring nearby attractions like Falkland Palace & Garden, Loch Leven, or Aberdour Castle, The Fig Tree Markinch provides a tranquil yet well-connected base to enjoy all that the region has to offer. With its charming decor, pet-friendly atmosphere, and superb amenities, this hotel is the perfect destination for a relaxed and enjoyable stay.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Located in the historic village center of Markinch
2. Just a 2-minute walk from Markinch train station
3. 8 miles from the scenic Fife Coastal Path
4. Rooms feature oak wood floors and antique rugs
5. On-site casual restaurant praised for its breakfast
6. Some rooms come with kitchenettes and washer/dryers
7. Pet-friendly property welcoming dogs
8. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel
9. Close to key attractions like Falkland Palace & Garden
10. Within walking distance of Howiegate Gardens and Markinch Railway Station
6.4 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Falkland Palace & Garden
11 min
Fife Coastal Path21 min
Loch Leven29 min
Aberdour Castle and Gardens26 min
The Scottish Deer Centre16 min
Nearest locations
Brasserie Deluxe @ The Orangery
5 min
Bankhead Gate Brewers Fayre6 min
Handi Restaurant7 min
Foxton Bar & Grill8 min
The Fettykil Fox8 min
New Shimla8 min
Standing Stane Restaurant and Bar9 min
nonna's pasta9 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:30 |
| Check-out | 11:30 |
| Location rating | 6.4 |
| Nearest airport | Edinburgh Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 36 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
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Location
1 High St, Markinch, Glenrothes KY7 6DQ, United Kingdom
Airports:
Dundee Airport
Taxi: 40 min
Edinburgh Airport
Taxi: 36 min
Glasgow Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 29 min
Transit: 2 hr 26 min
Transit:
Markinch
Walking: 3 min
Walking: 2 min
Howiegate Gardens
Walking: 1 min
Railway Station
Walking: 2 min
Glenrothes with Thornton
Taxi: 10 min
Walking: 1 hr 18 min
Nearby locations
6.4
Good Location
In the historic village centre, this cosy hotel is a 2-minute walk from Markinch train station and 8 miles from the Fife Coastal Path.
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Amenities and Facilities
Parking & transportation
No parking
Pets
Pet-friendly
Dogs allowed
Accessibility
Not accessible
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Food & drink
Restaurant
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi in public areas
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
Kitchen in some rooms
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
4.8
10 reviews
Wonderful
2
Excellent
1
Good
1
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1
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Bo Lamb
2/5
We recently stayed in Suite 1 at The Fig Tree Hotel in Markinch, and while the room itself was pleasant, a few inconveniences left us with a disappointing experience.**Room:**The suite was spacious, clean, and comfortable. Positioned directly above the pub, I was initially concerned about noise, but it turned out to be surprisingly quiet, allowing for a peaceful night’s rest. The décor was tasteful, and the bed was comfortable, making it a welcoming space after a long day.**Issues with Hot Water:**Unfortunately, the biggest drawback of our stay was the lack of hot water on our first night and most of the following morning. This was especially inconvenient as we were preparing for a wedding. However, the staff did their best to rectify the situation by offering us access to another room so we could take a hot shower, which was a helpful gesture.**Breakfast Discrepancy:**One thing we looked forward to was the breakfast offering mentioned in the welcome book, which highlighted a bacon or egg roll. However, on both mornings, only toast and cereal were available. This was a bit disappointing, as we were expecting more based on the provided information.**Housekeeping:**Another downside was that the room wasn’t cleaned, nor were fresh towels provided during our stay. Given the price and expectation for a suite, we would have expected at least a quick tidy-up or towel refresh.**Overall Experience:**While the room itself was lovely, the issues with hot water, the incomplete breakfast offering, and lack of housekeeping left us feeling underwhelmed. The Fig Tree Hotel has potential, but unfortunately, our stay was marred by these inconveniences.
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lesleymh1
5/5
Good welcome from staff on our arrival. Our room was very clean and beautifully decorated. Towels were soft and fluffy and the bathroom had a clean fresh smell. Bed was comfortable and sheets & pillows were soft and warm. …
Wonderland with Alice M
1/5
I recently stayed at this hotel and was left thoroughly disappointed. First of all, the advertising is completely misleading. They boast about luxurious amenities, but in reality, the shower facilities are subpar at best. The water pressure was terrible, and the temperature fluctuated constantly, making it nearly impossible to enjoy a decent shower.The management is another issue—they're dishonest and seem completely unbothered by the state of their hotel. I brought up several concerns, and while they agreed to refund me due to the poor experience, I'm still waiting for that refund weeks later with no resolution in sight.The noise levels are unbearable. Every night, there was loud music and shouting until the early hours of the morning, making it impossible to get any sleep. It felt more like a nightclub than a hotel.The cleanliness of the hotel is appalling. The floors were filthy, and worst of all, they didn’t even bother to change the bed sheets! It was obvious that the room hadn’t been properly cleaned before my stay.All in all, this place is a disaster. Avoid it if you value cleanliness, honesty, and a good night's rest. And don’t trust their refund promises—I'm still waiting for mine!
Rhys Wilkes
5/5
Staff great from the second we arrived, we arrived late due to train issues but they were very friendly and helpful the entire stay. Had an issue with our shower one morning but this was fixed same day so can’t complain at all, would stay again 👍
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Greg Gibb
1/5
We booked a room that had a bath in the middle a the room and we messaged them when we booked it to double check that was the room we had and they confirmed. We turned up and they said someone has been staying in that room for 3 weeks and then said the bath was broken so which one was true? Also said they served food til 2pm and when we got there they said the chef doesn’t work here anymore. The shower was like a drip and I’m not exaggerating and it was freezing into the bargain. Bathroom door wouldn’t open properly. The only draft beer they had was tennents and they had to phone the manager because my girlfriend asked a cocktail. Music was played very loud all night so couldn’t get to sleep. Only saving grace were the bar staff who were very helpful
Ian Lester
1/5
Very tired rooms and a poor experience. The bathroom is in particular poor condition with dirty shower head (and very low pressure), damaged floor, cracked shower panel and loose toilet seat. The bedroom had one broken and one missing bulb in the light fitting. The curtain was thin and did not reach the length of the room allowing light in. There was no handbook to advise if there was a breakfast service (don’t think there was) or what the check out procedure was. The WiFi did not work and there was no number to call once the staff finished at 6. I also noted that the front door appeared to be open all night. In the morning there were no staff around when I went to check out at 8am so had to leave my key in the room. Overall a very poor experience.
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Kenny M
1/5
Worst hotel experience, an absolute disgrace considering the price point. ||Upon entering room, window wide open and rain beating in. |Rolled back bed duvet to find sheets not fully clean. …
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Seaside673831
1/5
In my opinion this is not a hotel. It is a pub with rooms. I would not consider it to be boutique. The room did not live up to this. Putting a fancy tap in the en- suite( so you can’t fill the kettle) does not make it boutique. …
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Sheena M
4/5
Spent a pleasant couple of nights here in the Bethune room . Double room with big comfy bed that looks out onto the High Street . This means you do hear the traffic but as it’s a small village not a problem for me . …
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Keri F
3/5
We had food here. Could not fault the service and the server made sure we always had enough drinks etc but the food was a little disappointing. Macaroni was so bland and dry. There was nothing cheesy about it. …