Bankton House Hotel
Murieston Livingston
Scotland
EH54 9AQ
Latitude: 55.8735791 | Longitude: -3.5018456
Bankton House Hotel
The Bankton House Hotel sits adjacent to Murieston Waters and trails, secluded within 3 acres of tranquil picturesque settings. The hotel is well positioned for nature-lovers and adventure-seekers, with its surroundings offering scenic nature trails and cycle routes. The Murieston trail can be accessed from the hotels grounds, which run alongside Murieston Waters allowing guests to easily explore and immerse themselves in the beauty of the area, either on foot or cycling with its excellent 'core path network which connects all the main areas of the town and surrounding villages, and Edinburgh along the Union canal route through the village of Ratho. The Bankton House Hotel is the perfect location for pursuing adventure and those looking to unwind and relax, enjoying the beauty which Scotland has to offer with the areas abundance of woodland trails and wildlife.
The hotels surrounding area of Bankton and Murieston forms part of Livingston the largest town of west Lothian situated 15 miles (25 km) west of Scotlands capital city Edinburgh and 30 miles (48km) east of the vibrant city of Glasgow. With the main rail line of Livingston South Train Station a five-minute walk from The Bankton House Hotel which offers regular and direct routes to the centres of both Edinburgh and Glasgow allows visitors and guests easy commuting to our Cities. Whatever your interests, from shopping to scenery, the town offers a wide range of facilities for you to enjoy. Livingston is renowned for its fantastic shopping complex, located in the towns centre. Livingston Designer Outlet is Scotlands largest designer outlet with over 70 popular boutiques offering something to suit everyones taste. The mall also offers leisure facilities such as a cinema, adventure golf, bars, cafés and restaurants. Livingstons shopping complex is a popular attraction for people near and far to shop, dine and relax.
Or explore the beautiful Almondell and Calderwood Country Park. This four-star visitor attraction is set on 220 acres of countryside, tucked out of sight in the valley of the River Almond. The scenic nature park is perfect for exploring and appreciating Scotlands nature and wildlife with its paths and trails crisscrossing over a variety of impressive bridges which offer breath-taking views. Livingstons Mill Farm Heritage Centre is set in a peaceful river-side site with friendly farm animals, a working watermill and interactive displays. Offering a wide range of facilities and areas, this local attraction is popular with families and visitors of all ages.
Edinburgh Airport: has domestic UK flights to London, Manchester, Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff and other cities, as well as air links throughout Europe including hubs at Amsterdam and Frankfurt. There are also air links with Mediterranean and US destinations, 6 miles from Livingston.
Glasgow Airport: has flights to and from London, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff and other UK destinations, as well as air links through Europe, Asia and North America and sits 35 miles from Livingston.
Prestwick Airport: a small airport 50 miles from Livingston.
If you plan to join us by train, Livingston South Railway Station is just a 5 minute walk from Bankton House hotels ground, or alternatively you have the choice of Livingston North Rail line, which is 10min taxi ride or public bus. Both lines have a fast Trains, departing every 40mins between Glasgow Central and Edinburgh, makes it a very convenient and easy way to travel to us.
From Edinburgh (17 miles)
- Take the A8 heading westbound out of the city center then the carriageway will become the M8
- Take the M8 in the direction of Glasgow/Livingston.
- After approximately 7miles take the slip road for Livingston, then follow the dual carriageway until Lizzy Brice roundabout.
- At roundabout take third exit to A71 Kilmarnock, then first slip road off carriageway following the signs to Bankton House Hotel/South railway line.
- Left at T junction again (follow signs Bankton House Hotel)
- Follow road round until mini roundabout at train station then take third opening following road into Bankton House Hotel
From Glasgow (35 miles)
- Head east on the M8 towards Edinburgh
- Take slip road left A899 towards Livingston
- At roundabout take 1st exit follow the dual carriageway until Lizzy Brice roundabout.
- At roundabout take third exit to A71 Kilmarnock, then first slip road off carriageway following the signs to Bankton House Hotel/South railway line.
- Left at T junction again (follow signs Bankton House Hotel)
- Follow road round until mini roundabout at train station then take third opening following road into Bankton House Hotel
From Carlisle (93 miles)
- Head north on M6 /A74(M).
- Keep straight on M74
- 7.2miles take slip road at roundabout, take 2nd exit onto A70 towards Edinburgh/Glasgow/Lanark
- Bear right on to A71 towards Edinburgh / A71
- At roundabout, take 2nd exit.
- At roundabout, take 3rd exit to Livingston South Train Station / Murieston
- Follow road round until mini roundabout at train station then take first opening following road into Bankton House Hotel