Must-see hotels in East Coast

  • Craigvar

    East Coast

    Luxury living with a refined touch is what you’ll find in this delightful Georgian house in Strathpeffer's heart. Classy little extras are all here,…

  • 2 Quail

    East Coast

    Intimate and upmarket, 2 Quail offers a warm main-street welcome. Tasteful, spacious chambers are full of old-world comfort, with sturdy metal bed frames,…

  • Coul House Hotel

    East Coast

    At Contin, south of Strathpeffer on the A835, Coul House dates from 1821 but has a light, airy feel in contrast to many country houses of this vintage. It…

  • Dornoch Castle Hotel

    East Coast

    This 16th-century former bishop’s palace makes a wonderful place to stay. Standard rooms are compact but comfortable, although this is a spot to splash…

  • Shandwick House

    East Coast

    This centrally located, assured conversion of a historic building is a friendly and sound choice. Rooms are lovely: spacious and uncluttered, with respect…

  • Alladale Wilderness Reserve

    East Coast

    In deep wilderness near Croick, this lodge is part of a notable rewilding project. The main lodge (which includes meals) is, in summer, for entire hire…

  • Glenmorangie House

    East Coast

    Used by the Glenmorangie distillery to house visitors, this lovely 17th-century mansion also welcomes independent guests. It's in a very peaceful location…

  • Highland Farm Cottages

    East Coast

    Located between Dingwall and the Cromarty Bridge is this fabulous conversion of 19th-century stone farm buildings into 10 very luxurious modern cottages…

  • Lairg Highland Hotel

    East Coast

    This friendly hotel at the heart of town offers surprisingly modern, stylish, refurbished rooms, despite its rather ugly facade. It welcomes solo…

  • Kindale Guest House

    East Coast

    The comforts of a home-style B&B are on offer right in the heart of Helmsdale at this relaxed, welcoming place. Spacious bedrooms offer solid quality and…

  • Invicta House

    East Coast

    Invicta House has three refurbished rooms with tartan bed trimmings and excellent en suite bathrooms away from the main road noise, by the football pitch…

  • Golf View House

    East Coast

    Set in an old manse in a secluded location just off Tain's main drag, this spot offers magnificent views over fields and water. Impeccable rooms are very…

  • Customs House

    East Coast

    Old-fashioned, cordial and top value, Customs House has a great location opposite the little harbour and fluffy, comfortable rooms with heaps of cushions…

  • Helmsdale Hostel

    East Coast

    This lovingly run refurbished hostel is well equipped and spotlessly clean, and makes a cheerful, comfortable budget base for exploring Caithness. Rooms…

  • Rhives House

    East Coast

    Handy for the ascent of Ben Bhraggie and the mountain-bike trails, this characterful Victorian villa with its turret and step gables offers warmly…

  • Royal Hotel

    East Coast

    The Royal Hotel really is the heart of town – the main street has to detour around it. It has a few quirks but the good-sized rooms are comfortable enough…

  • Bridge Hotel

    East Coast

    This sizeable inn in the heart of Helmsdale was just about to reopen as a guesthouse when we last passed by. With 16 modernised rooms and good…