Southern Highlands & Islands
Romantic Crinan Hotel boasts one of the west coast's most spectacular views. All the bright, light rooms enjoy wonderful perspectives, and the somewhat…
Must-see hotels in Scotland
Orkney
Just a short walk from the centre of Stromness, but with a lonely, king-of-the-castle position overlooking the town and bay, this exceptional place offers…
Skye
This hotel, 3 miles south of Isleornsay, is one of those places where the owners know a thing or two about hospitality – as soon as you arrive you’ll feel…
Orkney
No timetables reign at this imposing house with arcing coastal vistas; make your own breakfast when you feel like it. Your welcoming hosts have introduced…
North & West Coast
The Albannach combines old-fashioned country-house elements – steep creaky stairs, stuffed animals, fireplaces and noble antique furniture – with…
Dumfries & Galloway
It’s just you and the cruel sea out here at this fabulously romantic 200-year-old lighthouse. On a sunny day, the water shimmers with light, and you can…
Glasgow
Just off the bustle of Great Western Rd, a minute's walk from the subway but on a quiet street by the riverside pathway, this B&B has compact bright rooms…
North & West Coast
This is a special place, with cracking views and wonderfully romantic rooms (one themed on Charlie Chaplin, who stayed here), plus other suites in…
Southern Highlands & Islands
This cosy upstairs spot at the bend in the main road offers faultless hospitality, luxurious furnishings and an attractive blend of Scottish and Far…
Glasgow
The Alamo may not sound like a peaceful spot, but that's exactly what this great place is. Opposite Kelvingrove Park, it feels miles from the city's…
Southern Highlands & Islands
The George boasts a magnificent choice of opulent, individual rooms decorated with sumptuous period furniture. Some feature four-poster beds, Victorian…
Glasgow
Discreetly hidden atop a time-worn railway administration building alongside Central station, this small, well-priced hotel is a modern, upbeat surprise…
North & West Coast
You really feel you’re at the furthest corner of Scotland here, where the road turns through 90 degrees. But whether heading south or east, you’ll go far…
Dumfries & Galloway
A typically lovely Dumfries sandstone Victorian villa opposite the train station, Ferintosh is a good-humoured place with excellent rooms and a warm…
Inverness
Boutique chic meets the Highlands in this slick and sophisticated little hotel, where an elegant Georgian exterior conceals an oasis of contemporary cool…
North & West Coast
Superbly located Cloisters has three en suite rooms by an artistically converted church and absolutely brilliant views over the Kyle of Tongue and…
Ullapool
This hotel is a celebration of Scottish culture: we’re talking literature and traditional music, not tartan and Nessie dolls. Rooms go for character over…
Orkney
This large rustic house does everything right, with smashing good-sized rooms and engaging owners who put on quality breakfasts and take pride in…
Dumfries & Galloway
This historic inn is now a boutique B&B with lovely rooms that are simply furnished in attractive contemporary style with plenty of space and excellent…
Dumfries & Galloway
For a real dose of luxury, head 3 miles southeast to this former hunting lodge in a dramatic, secluded location with grassy lawns rolling down to a sandy…
Highland Perthshire
Milton Eonan is a must for those seeking tranquillity. On a bubbling stream where a watermill once stood, it’s a working rare-breed croft with a romantic…
Oban
This is a friendly place in an old church with a good vibe and a large and attractive communal lounge with lots of sofas and armchairs. A buffet breakfast…
Southern Highlands & Islands
Boat House brings a touch of class to Rothesay’s guesthouse scene, with quality fabrics and furnishings and an eye for design that makes it feel like a…
Kirkwall
Stylishly refurbished in plum and grey, this central but peaceful hotel is Kirkwall’s finest address. Comfortable contemporary rooms in a variety of…
Glasgow
Glasgow's 19th-century merchants certainly knew how to build a beautiful house, and this 1840s terrace is a sumptuous example. Huge rooms with lofty…
Edinburgh
Dunstane House and its companion, Hampton House, are large Victorian villas dating from the 1860s but totally refurbished in 2017. Gorgeous modern styling…
Ullapool
Effortlessly elegant modern architecture in this hilltop house is noteworthy in its own right, but the glorious vistas over the hills opposite and water…
Leith
Flowerpots filled with colourful blooms line the steps of this little haven hidden away north of the New Town. The eight bedrooms (all en suite) blend…
Ullapool
Slap bang in Ullapool's centre, this solid house, once a manse, has excellent rooms with contemporary style and great bathrooms. There's no breakfast, but…
Skye
You can't help notice the many new houses on Skye that bear the hallmarks of award-winning local architects Rural Design – weathered timber walls and…
Shetland
This genteel, characterful hotel near Brae has a long, sad history and inevitable rumours of a (friendly) ghost. Built in the late 18th century (though…
Shetland
One of Shetland's best hotels, this energetically run waterfront place has very stylish rooms featuring sheepskins, local tweeds and other fabrics, and…
Oban
A B&B can be a difficult balancing act: making things modern without losing cosiness, being friendly and approachable without sacrificing privacy. At this…
Skye
These thatch-roofed dwellings (each sleeping two to four people) by the roadside as you arrive in Elgol from Broadford must be the island's cutest…
Dumfries & Galloway
An exceptional place offering extremely comfortable and well-furnished modern rooms (one with a jacuzzi), Thornbank also offers excellent breakfasts and…
Shetland
Follow the puffin signpost a mile short of Hillswick to find Shetland's finest welcome. With sweeping views over the bay, this house has a great lounge,…
Glasgow
Just off George Sq, the facade of a historic building conceals a stylish contemporary hotel. Chambers are modern but compact – the idea is that you sleep…
Outer Hebrides
This 18th-century inn has been transformed into a stylish, welcoming hotel with a stunning location looking out across the sea to Barra. The excellent…
Dumfries & Galloway
This beautiful 200-year-old stone house has big beautiful bathrooms that complement the light, stylish chambers. The two upstairs doubles are lovely and…
The Cairngorms
Built as a Victorian shooting lodge in 1860, Muckrach has been tastefully converted into a luxurious country house hotel with a relaxed and informal…
