Trotternish
From 1751–59 Flora MacDonald lived in a cottage that is now part of this atmospheric hotel, given a new lease of life by adventurous owners. You can stay…
Must-see hotels in Northern Highlands & Islands
Outer Hebrides
A lovely modern bungalow with three luxuriously appointed bedrooms and great views of the hills to the south. No evening meals, but it's just a short walk…
Ullapool to Kyle of Lochalsh
This convivial but upmarket walkers hang-out has excellent modern rooms that vary substantially in size and layout. Rooms for groups (of up to six) offer…
Skye
A charming old Victorian hotel with log fires, chintzy traditional decor, a candlelit restaurant and 12 luxurious rooms (plus another six in the Garden…
Caithness
In the very centre of Wick, this striking Victorian building contains a warmly welcoming B&B run by a local family. Rooms have plenty of space and feature…
North & West Coast
Off the B869, this whitewashed cottage is set beside a great beach at the end of a side road. Dorms are simple, and there's a sociable common kitchen and…
Skye
Tucked away in a remote corner, on a minor road about 3 miles south of Dunvegan, this place offers accommodation in three large bell tents in a rural…
North & West Coast
You couldn't imagine a better location for a campsite: great grassy areas on the edge of cliffs, descending to two lovely sandy beaches. Facilities are…
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…
North & West Coast
Looking very spruce after renovations, and run with pride and enthusiasm, this hotel is a great place to stay and eat. There's a variety of rooms,…
North & West Coast
Run with a genuine welcome and enthusiasm, this is a beautiful house with a garden and a fabulous outlook across the bay to Suilven and the Assynt…
Outer Hebrides
Remote and rustic campsite on an old croft, with pitches set among heather and outcrops and chickens running wild. Campers can use a communal kitchen…
Ullapool
At the end of the shorefront road, this place has a prime position with wraparound water vistas. The large double has views both ways but there are great…
Trotternish
Set on a working croft amid sheep, lambs and chickens, Shulista has luxury timber camping pods with great views (two-night minimum stay; sleeps up to four…
Portree (Port Righ)
Located on the eastern fringes of Portree, this luxury hotel enjoys a superb outlook across the harbour towards the Cuillin mountains. The more expensive…
Portree (Port Righ)
The Bosville brings a little bit of metropolitan style to Portree with its designer fabrics and furniture, fluffy bathrobes and bright, spacious bathrooms…
Ullapool to Kyle of Lochalsh
This cottage on the waterfront road offers a genuine welcome and some charming features in its front-facing rooms, such as a heritage fireplace and great…
North & West Coast
Durness’ best budget accommodation is here, opposite the supermarket. A bothy vibe gives it a very Highland feel. Inviting dorms have plenty of room and…
Outer Hebrides
This lovely old house hidden away at the northern end of Uig Bay is well worth seeking out for its friendly, old-fashioned hospitality, comfortable rooms…
Skye
The Slig, as it has been known to generations of climbers, is a near village in itself, encompassing a comfortable hotel, a microbrewery, self-catering…
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…
Outer Hebrides
The 19th-century Royal is the most appealing of Stornoway’s hotels – the rooms at the front retain period features such as wood panelling and enjoy a view…
North & West Coast
Cheery owners, a handy next-to-pub location and a serious border-collie theme are key features of this ultra-cosy place. Rooms, which are upstairs and…
Ullapool to Kyle of Lochalsh
Cosy and compact, this offers place comfortable and welcoming accommodation in Strath, the spiritual heart of Gairloch. The spotless rooms come with…
North & West Coast
Housed near the harbour in the former fishermen's mission, this is an appealing modern hostel with three functional dorms and a good kitchen and lounge…
Outer Hebrides
The basic but atmospheric Gatliff Hostel, housed in a pair of restored blackhouses right by the sea, is a wonderful place to stay. You can camp outside,…
Ullapool
You’ve got to hand it to the SYHA – it's chosen some very sweet locations for its hostels. This one is right in the heart of town on the pretty waterfront…
Skye
Run by the mountaineers at Skye Guides, this well-equipped hostel is set in a converted residential house with great views across the sea towards the…
Portree (Port Righ)
This SYHA hostel (formerly Bayfield Backpackers) was completely renovated in 2015 and offers brightly decorated dorms and private rooms, a stylish lounge…
Ullapool to Kyle of Lochalsh
Badrallach, 7 miles from the A832, is a friendly, sustainable croft that has a range of accommodation, including camping, a basic bothy and a self…
Outer Hebrides
Excellent-value B&B (though the single room is a bit cramped) just five minutes' walk from the ferry – head up the hill above the tourist office and turn…
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…
Outer Hebrides
You can birdwatch from your tent at this lovely campsite set on the machair alongside the RSPB's Balranald nature reserve, and listen to rare corncrakes…
East Coast
This lovingly run refurbished hostel is well equipped and spotlessly clean, and makes a cheerful, comfortable budget base for exploring Caithness. Rooms…
Outer Hebrides
The welcoming Carminish is a modern house with three comfy bedrooms. There’s a view of the ferry from the dining room, and lots of nice little touches…
Outer Hebrides
The Talla na Mara community centre has three campervan places with electrical hookup, and use of the centre's facilities, as well as a stunning outlook…
Outer Hebrides
Hamersay is Lochmaddy’s most luxurious accommodation, with eight designer bedrooms, a lounge with leather sofas set around an open fire, and a good…
Outer Hebrides
Touches of tartan and Harris Tweed lend a traditional air to this welcoming B&B, conveniently located directly opposite the ferry pier. Most rooms have…
Ullapool to Kyle of Lochalsh
Located 2.5 miles west of Gairloch in a stunning coastal position, this hostel is close to beaches and well set up for walkers. Wood-panelled rooms and a…
Outer Hebrides
This guesthouse provides clean, modern accommodation with spectacular views across nearby Loch Roag towards the Callanish standing stones. Evening meals…
