The Cairngorms
Housed in the former SYHA building at the south end of the village, this super little hostel has a snug atmosphere, good kitchen (plus herb garden!), bike…
Must-see hotels in Central Highlands
Inverness
It's a beer drinker's dream come true – top-quality hostel accommodation in a central location, upstairs from a bar that serves real ales from the local…
Fort William
A 10-minute walk from the bus and train stations, this lively and welcoming hostel is set in a grand Victorian villa, perched on a hillside with great…
West Highlands
Two converted railway carriages at Glenfinnan Station house this unusual 10-berth bunkhouse and the atmospheric Dining Car Tearoom.
The Cairngorms
This old coaching inn has a cosy atmosphere, and offers decent B&B accommodation, a welcoming bar, and a menu of hearty pub grub (mains £7 to £11, steaks …
Central Highlands
This is the only B&B on the island; the three guest bedrooms are decorated with antiques and local art, and have glorious views across the sea to the Isle…
Glen Nevis Caravan & Camping Park
West Highlands
This big, well-equipped site is a popular base camp for Ben Nevis and the surrounding mountains. The site is 2.5 miles from Fort William, along the Glen…
The Cairngorms
There is good camping here, in a sheltered spot surrounded by mountains, with hot showers, a laundry and a small shop selling caravan and camping…
West Highlands
Basic but beautifully situated campsite, with the chance of seeing otters from your tent. It's along the Ormsaig road, 2 miles west of Kilchoan village.
West Highlands
This attractive farmhouse offers excellent B&B accommodation and also has a small hostel attached. It’s at the start of the path up Ben Nevis.
West Highlands
The Springbank is a traditional West Highland house with six homely guest bedrooms, with superb views across the harbour to the Cuillin of Skye.
The Cairngorms
Campers can set up base at this attractive lochside site with pitches amid the Scots pines; rates include up to four people per tent/campervan.
Invercoe Caravan & Camping Park
West Highlands
This place has great views of the surrounding mountains and is equipped with anti-midge machines. There's a covered cooking area for campers.
Central Highlands
The island's only campsite offers grassy pitches for tents, and more comfortable accommodation in static caravans and timber glamping pods.
Rothiemurchus Camp & Caravan Park
The Cairngorms
The nearest campsite to Aviemore is this year-round park, beautifully sited among Scots pines at Coylumbridge, 1.5 miles along the B970.
Inverness
Two of the six bedrooms here are family rooms, and there’s a spacious lounge equipped with games consoles, DVDs and board games.
The Cairngorms
Good-quality homestay accommodation, mostly in double or twin rooms with shared bathrooms. Guest kitchen and lounge with log fire.
Cannich Caravan & Camping Park
Inverness & the Great Glen
Good, sheltered spot, with on-site cafe and the option of wooden camping 'pods'. Mountain bikes for hire from £17 a day.
The Cairngorms
Set in a former shooting lodge that enjoys a great location at the east end of Loch Morlich; prebooking is essential.
West Highlands
A 15-minute walk east of Inverie ferry pier, this is a cosy hostel with wood-burning stove, kitchen and drying room.
The Cairngorms
The Boat is a traditional Highland hotel with log fires, rustic rooms and a bar serving a menu of classic pub grub.
Central Highlands
This comfortable guesthouse enjoys stunning views over Gallanach Bay on the north side of the island.
Inverness & the Great Glen
The Priory Hotel, on Beauly's central square, has bright, modern rooms and serves good bar meals.
The Cairngorms
Comfortable accommodation for walkers, and the best porridge in the Cairngorms!
The Cairngorms
Glenmore Lodge's comfortable B&B accommodation is available to all, even if you’re not taking a course, as is its indoor climbing wall, gym and sauna. The…
The Cairngorms
This independent hostel provides accommodation in bright, modern six- or eight-bed dorms, each with private bathroom, and one twin/family room. It has a…
West Highlands
This pretty, whitewashed coaching inn, draped in colourful flower baskets, makes a great place for a lunch break or an overnight stop. The restaurant …
Central Highlands
This tiny, one-room bothy, a 15-minute walk from the pier, has space for four people in one double bed and two bunk beds. It’s a real Hebridean experience…
West Highlands
This handily located hostel, just 1.5 miles southeast of Glencoe village, is set in an old farmhouse with six- and eight-bed dorms, and a bunkhouse with…
Loch Ness
This snug, friendly hostel housed in a cottage and barn has six-bed dorms, one double and a large barbecue area. It’s almost a mile from Drumnadrochit,…
Fort William
Convenient for Glen Nevis, Ben Nevis and the end of the West Highland Way, the Glenlochy is a sprawling place with three modern apartments set in a huge…
Loch Ness
A friendly hostel set in a converted house in the middle of the village, this place offers single, twin and family rooms – some en suite, and some set in…
Inverness
Set in a rambling old house with comfy beds and views across the River Ness, this hostel has a party atmosphere, and organises pub crawls in town. It’s a…
Fort William
Large, traditional, family oriented hotel bang in the middle of town, with mostly smart, businesslike rooms – be sure to ask for a recently renovated one,…
Fort William
Part of a modern hotel and restaurant complex, the Bank Street Lodge offers the most central budget beds in town, only 250m from the train station. It has…
West Highlands
Farr Cottage has a bit of an institutional atmosphere – it's often used by scouts, youth groups and clubs – but it has all the facilities you'll need…
West Highlands
Very popular with hikers, though the atmosphere can be a little institutional. It’s a 1.5-mile walk from Glencoe village along the minor road on the…
Loch Ness
Spacious site with smart, modern facilities, including its own bar and restaurant. Southeast of the village on the B862 towards Whitebridge; entrance…
West Highlands
A convivial hostel with a peaceful lounge and communal barbecue area, and good views of Ben Nevis. Slightly unusual location in a residential area near…
Pitlochry
Tucked away above the main street, this is a little gem of a place with bright rooms, easy-on-the-eye furniture, and a warm personal welcome. Breakfasts…
