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…
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Glasgow
The nearest camping ground to town is about 800m from Stepps station. It has sites for caravans and tents, and there are a few well-equipped chalets and…
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…
St Andrews
About a mile west of St Andrews on the A915, this campsite has brilliant views over the town. Facilities are good, though it's very caravan heavy. There's…
Shetland
In previous incarnations, this building by the pier was a fishing shed and knitwear factory, but it’s now a camping böd, with coin-operated showers and…
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…
Shetland
By the shop in Fetlar's principal settlement, friendly Gord B&B has sea views and two twin rooms and one double, all with en suite. Home-cooked dinners…
Aberdeen
The Royal Crown has eight small, but nicely furnished, bedrooms, and a top location only five minutes' walk from the train station (though up a steep…
Shetland
Near the Loch of Funzie and by the water, this cute cottage is a no-frills hostel with hot water and a kitchen. Take pound coins for the electricity meter.
Loch Ness
An attractive farm-based campsite with a mix of grass pitches and hard standings, beside the main road half a mile southeast of Drumnadrochit.
Oban, Mull & Tiree
Sleeping up to four, these pods on a working croft have a simple kitchen. There's power, but washing and toilet facilities are separate.
Mull
There’s a very basic campsite at Killiechronan, half a mile north of Gruline (toilets and water are a five-minute walk away).
Oban, Mull & Tiree
This basic, welcoming grassy campsite is about 1 mile west of the ferry on Iona. Sleeping bags and mats are available for hire.
Skye
This basic campsite is across the road from the Sligachan Hotel. Be warned – this spot is a midge magnet. No bookings.
Skye
The friendly Skye Backpackers is our favourite hostel in Kyleakin, with even cheaper beds (£14) in caravans out back.
Inverness
A mile southwest of the city centre near Tomnahurich Bridge, this camping ground is hugely popular with backpackers.
St Andrews
When the university is out of session, accommodation is available at Agnes Blackadder Hall's self-catering rooms.
Central Highlands
The cosy six-bed Isle of Muck Bunkhouse, with its oil-fired Rayburn stove, is just above the pier.
Skye
Comfortable and modern bunkhouse opposite the Sligachan Hotel. Bed linen £4 extra.
Pitlochry
Great location overlooking the town centre. Popular with families and walkers.
Caithness
At Dunnet Bay there's a caravan-dominated campsite backing the beach.
Oban, Mull & Tiree
Tiree's main hotel is looking a little tired these days, and the welcome is curtly professional rather than effusive, but it's an acceptable choice. Food…
