Scotland is a country with some of the most spectacular and magnificent scenery in the world, there are numerous mountains to climb and lochs to admire throughout the country. It is also well known for its excellent selection of single malts, the best whiskeys in the world are made here.
Whatever your reason for visiting this magnificent country, one thing you will need during your stay is accommodation. Some trips can be spoiled if you choose the wrong place to stay, which is why I’ve listed some of the best hotels in Scotland to stay at. There are many excellent hotels across the country but I have tried to select hotels that are in different regions of Scotland, after all there is so much to see and do in the country that of course you will want to get around and therefore you will need accommodation in different grid.
The following are 5 of the best hotels in Scotland
1. The Balmoral Hotel – Edinburgh
The Balmoral Hotels is located in Edinburgh city center on the world famous Princes Street, it is widely regarded as the best hotel in Edinburgh and is without a doubt one of the best hotels in Scotland. The rooms offer spacious and luxurious accommodation with great views of Edinburgh.
2. Inverlochy Castle-nr Fort William
This luxurious castle hotel has just 12 rooms, all suites. The hotel is rated one of the best hotels in Europe and its location is spectacular, nestled amongst the trees in the beautiful Scottish Highlands. This hotel is widely regarded as one of the best in Scotland, a must see.
3. The Old Course Hotel – St Andrews
No visit to Scotland would be complete without playing golf, and where better than at the world’s most famous golf course, the Old Course. Located in the small seaside town of St Andrews, this hotel sits proudly in the middle of the golf course, offering 5-star luxury and rooms with stunning views of both the coastline and the golf course.
4. Hotel Indigo Glasgow – Glasgow
This new hotel has a good central location in Glasgow and has rooms available at very reasonable prices. It is very popular with tourists and has been rated as one of the best hotels in Glasgow by TripAdvisor (No. 1 as of January 12). The rooms are spacious with all the major amenities and the staff are very friendly and knowledgeable.
5. The Torridon – Achnasheen
The award-winning Torridon was named Scottish Hotel of the Year in 2011 and is set in magnificent surroundings. Surrounded by 58 acres of parkland, this is a luxurious place to relax, the perfect retreat from the city and ideal for romantic getaways. Enjoy the excellent food available in the hotel restaurant or try one of the 350 whiskeys available in the bar.